Gourmet

Cocktails are a girl’s best friend

Prompted by the current Cartier exhibition at the V&A, The K Bar at The Kensington has created a cocktail menu inspired by precious stones, “Hidden Gems”. Diamonds, rubies, emeralds and  amethysts are attracting both London residents and guests of the hotel to this award-winning jewel, a favourite among cocktail lovers since it first opened its doors almost a decade ago.

There are many reasons for the success of The K Bar. One could talk about the superb location, a stone throw from many of the London attractions and in the heart of the elegant Kensington & Chelsea borough; or about its fabulous selection of drinks and bites; but what really makes this bar so special is the quality of its people. Manager Adrian González, Head Bartender Jonatan Bou and the rest of the team have created such a professional yet friendly atmosphere that is easy to find yourself lingering far longer than planned. Whether you’re nestled into a plush armchair with a perfectly balanced cocktail or chatting away at the bar as the hours slip by, there’s a comforting sense of belonging…

A modest front, a superb cellar

Nestled in the heart of Covent Garden, Bedford Street Wines looks too inviting not to go in. Although it is very small, the space is cleverly used and the atmosphere effortlessly relaxed.  High stools, wine barrels doubling as tables, and a communal table that anchors the room, together with shelves stacked with wines from all […]

My kind of place to while the evening away

If you’re looking for a place with the ambience of a drawing room and the sophistication of a gentleman’s club to sip on a cocktail and while away the evening, look no further than Scarfes Bar. Evoking a convivial and sophisticated yet intimate atmosphere, and located a short distance from London’s Covent Garden, Scarfes Bar […]

by Lavinia Dickson-Robinson

We have all heard of Alice Through the looking Glass and Johnny Cash’s song Ring of Fire, so, what if I told you that you can have delivered through your letterbox a Pacific Ring of Fire wrapped in a chocolate dream. firetree chocolate will whisk you away on an exotic journey around the Solomon Islands, […]

A Spanish tradition with a modern twist

The Mallorca based catering company Tast Culinary Projects has surprised the public of the eponymous Balearic island with the opening of El Vermú de Tast, a classic “vermutería” located in the centre of the beautiful village of Soller, in Mallorca offering traditional tapas, dishes and novelty cocktails all with the best of local produce . […]

By Julia Pasarón

Although their vast popularity is quite recent, rosé is probably the oldest known type of wine, as in early wine making (think Ancient Greece and Rome) both red and white wine grapes were often pressed soon after harvesting, with very little maceration time, creating a juice that was only lightly pigmented. In the 6th century […]

by Lavinia Dickson-Robinson

The Strand, London WC2R 0EZ The Savoy is without a doubt, one of the most iconic hotels in London and is steeped in history, mystery and superstitions, from Fred Astaire dancing on the roof top to the courtyard being flooded to create a Venetian canal for a particular decadent party in 1905.  Kaspar’s, the seafood […]

It is difficult to find a restaurant that prioritises wine as much as it does cuisine, but D-Wine in Nueva Alcántara –near Marbella, has managed to strike the perfect balance between the two and much of the magic has to do with having found the perfect staff. At the helm of the kitchen is Latvian […]

A modern twist on an old classic

Once perceived as the ultimate gentleman’s drink associated with prestige and sophistication, whisky has stepped out of its elitist bubble in recent years, attracting a new, much more diverse crowd of drinkers. Of dark spirit liquors, single malt whisky is the most popular among adults in the UK, with 38% of those asked stating that […]

The Antinori family started making wine in 1385 – and 634 years later, the company is still in the hands of the family, run today by Marquis Piero Antinori’s three daughters, Albiera, Allegra and Alessia. Our Editor Julia Pasarón had the chance to interview Allegra in London, where the company’s hospitality business is growing substantially. […]

by Jeremy Webb

The IIiffe’s location near Coventry is convenient to explore the Midlands and a beautiful base where you can relax in gorgeous natural surroundings. The Iliffe boutique hotel is the second under designer Laura Ashley’s own brand, after The Belsfield Hotel, Windermere. After undergoing a thorough refurbishment, the Iliffe now boasts elegant new interiors showcasing the […]

by Lottie Wilkins

Burger & Lobster Launches Ultimate Feast Featuring Giant Lobsters Lobster epicurean Burger & Lobster has launched a Giant Lobster Feast just in time for Christmas shenanigans and lucky me, I had the chance to be one of the first to crack into the epic dining experience. Featuring the biggest lobster showstopper you can buy in […]

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