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7 decadent desserts to try in London this Easter

OpenTable April 19, 2019

Looking for somewhere to satisfy your sweet tooth? If you’re staying in London for the long weekend, look beyond the average Easter egg and try one of these decadent Easter desserts.

Chocolate sharing platter at Florentine
At Florentine, a short walk from the South Bank, they’re serving traditional Sunday roasts all weekend. Don’t fill up on Yorkshire puddings, though – you’ll want to save room for this chocolate sharing platter. Designed to feed four, it features waffles with chocolate sauce, chocolate and lemon pavlova, and chocolate egg shells filled with panna cotta and mango jelly.

Easter Freakshake at Maxwell’s
Head to Maxwell’s for an all-American feast followed by their eggs-travagant Easter freakshake. The giant chocolate egg is filled with chocolate milkshake and topped with whipped cream, chocolate bunnies, Smarties eggs, Oreo cookies, wafer biscuits, and rainbow sprinkles. It’s on the menu until Monday, priced at £12.95.Continue Reading

Just desserts: 5 sweet spots to discover in London

OpenTable March 29, 2019

Dessert lovers, listen up! We’ve done all the hard work for you and uncovered five of the best locations for sweet treats in London. Whether you fancy cheesecake, traditional scones or trendy cronuts, we promise the right dessert is waiting for you. All you have to do is get your spoons at the ready, wear something stretchy and indulge yourselves.

Maître Choux
Maître Choux really is the master of éclairs (and choux buns) – head pastry chef Joakim Prat has been working with pastry since he was 15. You’ll feel like you’re in a Parisian patisserie choosing your favourite dessert. Whether you have a weakness for pistachio, cappuccino or salted caramel, there’ll be a flavour for you. We recommend you try their afternoon tea and treat yourself to a selection of delicious patisserie items while sipping a glass of Champagne. Santé!

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Cakes & Bubbles
World famous desserts, anyone? Uber-talented pastry chef Albert Adrià, who made his name at El Bulli, is the man behind Cakes & Bubbles at the Hotel Café Royal on Regent Street. It’s his first opening outside his native Spain, so Londoners can count themselves very lucky indeed. The sweet treats at Cakes & Bubbles contain less sugar and no colourants or artificial flavour enhancers. Try their famous cheesecake made with white chocolate, hazelnut and Coulommiers (a soft French cheese). You can thank us later!Continue Reading

Sweets for my sweet: 7 desserts to swoon over this Valentine’s

OpenTable February 13, 2019

Make sure your romantic meal ends on a sweet note with these decadent desserts.

The Ivy Collection – Chocolate bombe
Whether you’re dining at the buzzy Ivy Market Grill or amongst the foliage at Ivy Chelsea Garden, there’s one dessert you really need to try. The chocolate bombe melts when hot salted caramel sauce is poured over it and reveals a vanilla ice-cream and honeycomb centre. Ask for two spoons – this show-stopper is made for sharing.

Flesh & Buns – S’mores
The DIY s’mores at Flesh & Buns are a date night favourite. You can get hands on this Valentine’s Day with the special strawberry-flavoured version on their set menu. Snap up one of the last few tables at their Fitzrovia izakaya and enjoy a selection of small dishes and maki, followed by brisket and teriyaki salmon in steamed buns.Continue Reading

Go nuts! 8 Nutella desserts to try in London

OpenTable February 5, 2019

With one jar sold every 2.5 seconds, it’s fair to say we’re nuts about Nutella. Whether you’re spreading it on toast or spooning it straight from the jar, it’s guaranteed to improve your day. If you’re a self-confessed Nutella addict, here are seven decadent desserts to try in London.

NAC – Nutella éclair
NAC (North Audley Cantine) is a French sharing plates concept and buzzy weekend brunch spot in Mayfair. Their fresh seafood dishes, plant-based plates, and colourful salads are great if you’re trying to eat healthy. If it’s indulgence you’re after, their new homemade Nutella éclair will definitely hit the spot.Continue Reading