Category Archives: Restaurants

Tavolata Brunch At Cucina Asellina – London

Cucina Asellina on Aldwych brings Italian feasting to London with its indulgent Tavolata Brunch. Based on the popular Ristorante Asellina in New York, Cucina Asellina is contemporary with an industrial-luxe feel, designed in warm, earthy colours with white and chocolate … Continue reading

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Dim Sum Brunch at Asia de Cuba, St Martins Lane Hotel – London

Weekend brunches seem to have replaced Sunday roasts as my new favourite London dining habit.  Really, what could be better than a lazy Sunday afternoon filled with delicious dim sum, exotic cocktails and a live Cuban band? Sunday Dim Sum … Continue reading

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Breakfast At Pulino’s – Lower East Side, New York

Pulino’s is the more low-key, downtown sister of Keith McNally’s Pastis and Balthazar – it’s certainly more affordable too.  Located on the Bowery and just a short stroll from our hotel, Thompson LES, we decided to have a leisurely breakfast … Continue reading

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Futuristic Luxury At YOTEL New York – Midtown

YOTEL New York is one of the city’s most forward-thinking design hotels, combining cutting edge technology with home comforts. Following the success of YO SUSHI’s airport pod hotels, the group launched YOTEL New York, its first city hotel.  Inspiration for … Continue reading

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The Meatball Shop – Lower East Side, New York

The Meatball Shop is a perfect spot for a bit of tasty, low-key comfort food in a rustic New York-Italian diner. Established by Daniel Holzman and Michael Chernow, it’s quite the New York success story, starting from just one small restaurant on … Continue reading

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Lunch At Cafeteria – Chelsea, New York

Cafeteria is a Chelsea institution, much loved for its tempting comfort food and upbeat atmosphere.  For the past 15 years, Cafeteria has been open 24-hours a day, making it a favourite among New Yorkers for a lazy weekend brunch, people … Continue reading

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SUDA Thai Cafe Restaurant – Covent Garden, London

SUDA Thai Cafe Restaurant is a perfect spot for classic Thai dishes in a stylish yet casual setting.  It’s the sister restaurant of my favourite Thai fine dining restaurant Patara,  but with a more informal atmosphere, simpler menu and lower price … Continue reading

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Heliot At The Hippodrome – London

Leicester Square is possibly the last place I’d come to find excellent food in London, however Heliot at The Hippodrome is quite an unexpected gem. Since opening in 1900, The Hippodrome has been a theatre, circus, music hall and nightclub. … Continue reading

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Cinnamon Kitchen & Anise – London

When it comes to modern Indian cooking that breaks away from tradition, Chef Vivek Singh leads the way.  I’ve spent many a weekend wishing I could reach into my TV and feast on the mouth-watering, cross-culture dishes he creates, so … Continue reading

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The Gallivant Hotel & Bistro – Camber, East Sussex

The Gallivant Hotel & Bistro in Camber is a little piece of The Hamptons on the East Sussex Coast.  The New England style beach hut hotel is a favourite among London weekenders escaping the city for its chilled out atmosphere, excellent … Continue reading

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