Food and Drink
Iced coffee time
Ok, so it is only Spring. But when you live in England even a glimmer of sunshine means the shorts are on, picnics in the park are a go and you will sit in the beer garden as long as you can until that last glimmer of sunshine disappears behind a cloud.
World's blenders to sniff out top dram
Ten of the world’s top Whisky blenders will assemble at The Scotch Whisky Experience this May, as the International Spirits Challenge returns to the Capital.
Canned Food UK will keep you warm and healthy
The UK weather has taken a turn for the worse recently, so now is more important than ever to keep warm and healthy, especially for those of us that are more vulnerable and frail.
Olive oil taste bud frenzy
Last summer was one to remember in the UK, not only did Andy Murray win Wimbledon, but we finally saw some sun, having one of the warmest summers on record.
The Bar at Big Easy Covent Garden
Big Easy Covent Garden is set to open in March 2014. The jaw-dropping, nine-metre bar will be situated on the ground floor and will boast over 500 bottles with a focus on brown liquor of all types, including American, Scotch & world whisk(e)ys, Tequila & Mezcal, Caribbean rum, aged gin, French and Spanish brandy.
Science in the kitchen: How to get kids interested
Science shouldn't be reserved just for the classroom. There are plenty of science experiments that you can do in the kitchen that involve food. Your kids will learn something while helping you make some yummy treats too.
D&D London’s Avenue restaurant in St James’s now open
D&D’s Avenue restaurant in St James’s has re-launched with a new look and a menu inspired by New American cuisine created by head chef Michael Blizzard (previously at Bar Boulud at the Mandarin Oriental London, The Dirty Habit in Hollingbourne, Kent, and three Michelin-starred Restaurant Daniel from 2004-2006, New York City).
Kensington Place launch new pop-up diner FISHBone
This February, vibrant neighbourhood fish brasserie, Kensington Place, will transform its private dining room into a pop-up diner: FISHBone.
Another record breaking year at The Cornerhouse
It has been another record-breaking year at The Cornerhouse in Nottingham with over 9 million of us visiting the city’s premier leisure and entertainment complex.
Giggling Squid's tentacles spread to Marlow
Giggling Squid, the fast growing restaurant chain which introduced the ‘Thai Tapas’ concept to Britain, is to open in Marlow in Buckinghamshire on Monday 10th February.
Humble roast dinner tops list of most-loved comfort foods
The traditional roast dinner has been unveiled as Britain’s best-loved comfort food. The classic meal topped the list of food which Brits turn to most to keep spirits high during the cold months.
Dirty Bones now open in Kensington
Dirty Bones, London’s newest dining destination, is now open on Kensington Church Street. Operating as a traditional hot dog stand throughout the day, by night, the venue will reveal a quirky twist.
‘Tea Tails’ at Min Jiang: Chinese tea cocktails for the winter months
Min Jiang Bar has now launched the Min Jiang Tea Tails Collection, a selection of exquisite alcoholic tea cocktails served hot for these cold months. Created by Felicity Hall, manager of the authentic Chinese restaurant, the cocktails are made with finest Chinese teas together with a blend of spirits, liqueurs and fresh ingredients to complement their flavours.
Britain tops European unhealthy snack league table
The people of Britain eat more unhealthy snacks than any other Western European nation, new research reveals.
New French bistro opens in Soho
The latest addition to Soho’s diverse dining scene, Blanchette, is a French bistro serving simple, classic and inventive French food.