From cronut queues to the best late-night restaurants, here’s what we’ve been reading about this week.
Pan-Asian precision at Pan Chai Harrods in Knightsbridge – The Foodaholic
London’s best late-night restaurants and cafés – The Guardian
Cronut bakery finally opens in UK, Londoners queue from 5am to try it – Huffington Post
How restaurant blogs redefined dining forever – Grub Street
L’Enclume’s Simon Rogan takes Chef of the Year at the AA Hospitality Awards – Homemade
Lobos Meat and Tapas is bringing all the Iberico pork to Soho – Hot Dinners
10 of the best restaurants in Brighton – Delicious Magazine
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News bites: What we’re reading
From burgers in Birmingham to the Good Food Guide, here’s what we’re reading about this month.
“You’ll leave inspired with your belly and your heart full.” The Girl Next Shore reviews The Little Viet Kitchen.
Simon Rogan’s L’Enclume named Britain’s best restaurant for fourth year in a row – The Guardian
ETM Group to open three new London sites (including City roof bar) – Big Hospitality
The burgers you must try in Birmingham – Birmingham Mail
Restaurants are neglecting their table customers for the sweet embrace of Deliveroo – Telegraph
Where to eat and drink in Soho – Londonist
The 10 best restaurants near Edinburgh’s Royal Mile – The Culture Trip
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Flavours of summer: Seven restaurants to try in Birmingham
This is a guest post written by Birmingham-based food and drinks blogger, Full to the Brum.
The start of the British summer has been a bit of a wash out this year, hasn’t it? And whilst everyone remains hopeful that the sunshine is just a bit late to the party, if you want to pretend you’re in sunnier climates without having to board a plane then there are plenty of places in Birmingham to whisk yourself off to.
El Borracho de Oro – This Spanish tapas bar is nestled in Edgbaston, a foodie hot spot just on the edge of the city centre. Run by Alfonso and Emma, El Borracho has a distinctly Spanish feel with traditional tiles and a relaxed but vibrant atmosphere. The long bar, which overlooks the restaurant, allows you to enjoy some delicious honey-like Sangria and tapas whilst you pretend you’re in an Andalusian paradise.
Rofuto – High up in the clouds, Rofuto is a Japanese bar and restaurant based on traditional Japanese techniques served in a creative modern Japanese style. The izakaya-style service means it’s the perfect place for a romantic getaway or celebration, just make sure you get a table near the windows – the city looks magical as the sun sets.Continue Reading
Eight unmissable eats in Brighton
This is a guest post written by Brighton-based food blogger and design enthusiast, The Graphic Foodie.
Brighton is famously unique in its style and outlook and this certainly extends to our dining scene too. Far beyond the classic fish and chips you’d expect from a seaside resort, we like to extend the quirky and the interesting to what’s on our plates. With a booming dining scene, there’s something here for all tastes be it a full Indian breakfast, hidden fine-dining gem or vegan tapas.
GB1 at The Grand Hotel – One of the few fine dining spots in the city, the Grand Hotel serves an unusual fish afternoon tea in its glamourous surroundings. The classic jam scone has been swapped for a salted version with caviar, sandwiches are filled with smoked salmon, they include a selection of seafood and a miniature ice cream cone for seaside nostalgia.
Bincho Yakitori – I was absolutely blown away by my recent visit to Bincho Yakitori recently. This stripped back restaurant based on a Japanese izakaya (a bar that also serves food) is a cool place with a view of the scorching hot open kitchen. Serving a selection of grilled skewers – yakitori – you can experience many new and interesting tastes. Try the chicken skin and hearts washed down with one of the sake flights. Trust me!Continue Reading