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Locally focused, globally flavoured: Here arrives in Crouch End

Information: 22 November 2017

Global flavours, local ingredients, vegan and gluten-free options, and a separate brunch menu means that Here’s got all the makings of a perfect Crouch End neighbourhood joint.

Linden Stores wine shop and restaurant comes to Highbury

Information: 21 November 2017

Taking over the spot vacated by Prawn on the Lawn, this is a new wine shop and restaurant in Islington - run by half of both Oklava and Boustead & Bidois.

Temakinho Brazilian Japanese fusion restaurant is the latest addition to One Tower Bridge

Information: 21 November 2017

A Brazilian-Japanese fusion restaurant chain founded in Italy is expanding, opening its second London restaurant at the new One Tower Bridge development

Test Driving Santo Remedio Mk 2 - the authentic Mexican restaurant is resurrected in Bermondsey

Information: 21 November 2017

One of London's best Mexican restaurants has been revived at a new Bermondsey location. We head down to see what's new at Santo Remedio.

NYC’s hip vegan chain By CHLOE. is coming to London in Covent Garden

Information: 20 November 2017

Everything about By Chloe. screams NYC cool, from the full stop in its name to its determination to call itself ‘plant-based’ instead of just plain vegan. But aside from that, there’s more than...

Aubaine has a festive s'mores pop-up at Selfridges for Christmas

Information: 20 November 2017

We're already in an American frame of mind here at Hot Dinners, what with Thanksgiving coming up this week. So news that Selfridges is putting on a s'mores pop-up was right up our street. This...

Zelman Meats is coming to the City with a St Paul's location

Information: 20 November 2017

They've already had big success in Soho with another offshoot in Harvey Nichols. Now the next main Zelman Meats is coming to the City - expect lots of cuts of meats and some rotisserie chicken too.

A cricket-laden doughnut hits Doughnut Time with their Bushtucker Trial

Information: 20 November 2017

We're pretty certain this isn't a very early (or late) April Fool's joke, but today newcomers to the London doughnut scene have added a rather different doughnut to the menu. Apparently launched in...

Grab a bite and sort your bike at Dynamo's new Balham base

Information: 20 November 2017

Very good news for South London bike lovers - the ever popular Putney cycle caf Dynamo has branched out to Balham, bringing its range of hearty food, cold drinks, coffees and to the cycling community.

Amalfi-inspired Sorella takes the place of Clapham's The Manor

Information: 17 November 2017

It's farewell to The Manor and hello to Sorella, a new Italian restaurant from The Dairy group that'll be springing up in its place.

Immerse yourself in the Berkeley’s new Out Of The Blue drinks experience

Information: 16 November 2017

London has an entirely new cocktail experience you're going to want to try - bring your friends

The Principal London takes over from Hotel Russell on Russell Square

Information: 16 November 2017

Updated 16/11/17 with restaurant and bar details If you've been wondering what's happening with the old Hotel Russell on Russell Square which is currently swathed in scaffolding, then let us...

Get up close and personal with top chefs at Borough Market’s Cookhouse Christmas series

Information: 16 November 2017

A series of super exclusive lunches and dinners is coming to the Borough Market Cookhouse, with a series of guest chefs, and space for just ten per meal. It’s part of their Cookhouse Christmas...

Caprice's Granary Square Brasserie is opening in King’s Cross

Information: 16 November 2017

This new Granary Square opening (taking the space from Grain Store) from the team behind the Ivy Collection is aiming to cater for everyone.

Perfect pasta at penny pinching prices - we Test Drive Flour and Grape in Bermondsey

Information: 16 November 2017

The team behind Antico in Bermondsey have reopened as Flour & Grape, honing the menu to simple starters and top quality pastas

Lewisham's Dirty South reopens after 6 years - and Other Side Fried will be there

Information: 16 November 2017

Lewisham's former music venue Dirty South is back, but not as you know it. Now, they've relaunched as a casual restaurant and bar.

Harrods Food Hall redesign begins with opening of new Roastery and Bake Hall

Information: 15 November 2017

Big changes are happening to Harrods Food Halls with the first section reopening this winter

Hélène Darroze launches takeaway range and supper club at Harrods

Information: 15 November 2017

If you’re on the hunt for a foodie gift with a difference, or just plan to seriously spoil yourself this Christmas, Harrods' Food Hall is always a safe bet. But now they've taken things to another...

The Winter House Christmas pop up takes over old Limelight Club

Information: 15 November 2017

As far as winter pop-ups go this year, this one definitely has to be among the most luxurious we’ve encountered. Nestled in the very grand former premises of the Limelight Club on Shaftesbury...

Try new Wahaca dishes first at their new Shoreditch test kitchen

Information: 15 November 2017

If you know the Wahaca menu like the back of your hand, then get down to Shoreditch where you can be the first to try, and rate brand new concoctions from the Mexican chain, before they get rolled...

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