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Hidden Gems at The K Bar London

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…

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Bedford Street Wines

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 […]

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Scarfes Bar at the Rosewood London

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 […]

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Truffles, treasure of the forest

Love them or loathe them, truffles evoke the strongest emotions in people. For those who love them, there’s no doubting the allure of one of the most gourmet and magical ingredients in the world. Devotees eagerly await the new season’s arrival, and last year a four pound white truffle – the so called “World’s Largest” […]

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Tom Kerridge

An incredible journey Born and raised in Gloucestershire, Tom joined culinary school in Cheltenham at the age of 18. His career started in country house hotels and restaurants in Gloucestershire. He moved to London in his early twenties, where he worked with well-known chefs such as Phillip Britton, Steven Bull and Gary Rhodes. Leaving London, […]

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Caldesi in Campagna

Inspired by celebrity Chef Giancarlo Caldesi’s rural upbringing in Tuscany, Giancarlo and his wife Katie opened Caldesi in Campagna in 2007. Passionate about seasonal and sustainable ingredients, and using local produce as much as possible, the authenticity of their cooking made the restaurant an immediate hit. Most of their clientele are regulars who I hear […]

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Plates, London

A nomadic restaurant 17 Amhurst Terrace, Hackney Downs, London. E8 2BT Plates is the first vegan fine dining experience to hit London, created by accomplished Chef Kirk Haworth and Creative Keeley Haworth. Conceptually a “nomadic” restaurant, Plates changes settings with the seasons, and currently they have based themselves in trendy Hackney. Kirk’s fully plant-based menu […]