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KiD (Review) - Soho, London
The most anticipated Soho opening of the autumn, from Mangal II's Sertaç Dirik and David Carter of OMA and Agora. We went on opening night for Anatolian meze, wood-fired pide and a slow-roasted kid in a clay pot.
Riding House Cafe - London, Fitzrovia (Review)
Riding House Cafe helped invent London brunch, and this year it turned 15. We went along to the Fitzrovia original for the anniversary menu: a standout crab, bacon and avocado sandwich, deep-dish pancakes, and a secret off-menu sundae. Here's everything we ate, and our honest take.
Rita’s - Soho, London (Review)
We had heard Rita's was a lovely little Soho wine bar, so on a sunny day last week we wandered in for an impromptu lunch. We stayed for a white bean and miso shrimp tostada, a beautifully cooked whole Cornish mackerel and one of the best Mini Martinis in central London. Here's everything we ate.
Malaysian Deli - Brockley, London (Review)
A tiny, no-frills Brockley room turning out some of the most soulful Malaysian cooking in London. From flaky roti chanai and proper satay to deep, dark rendang and a punchy chicken sambal.
The Blue Pelican - Deal, Kent
A day trip to Deal, built entirely around lunch. The Blue Pelican is the Japanese-inspired seafront spot from the team behind The Rose, and between the clay-baked donabe rice and a hamachi collar off the specials board, it more than earned the journey.
Pizza Nerds - Peckham, London
Pizza Nerds has opened on our home stretch of Bellenden Road, and it runs two ovens: a wood-fired one for proper Neapolitan pizza and an electric one for crispy London-style pizza. With National Pizza Awards winner Davide Parato at the helm, here is what we made of it.
MAAI By Nikita - Clapham, London (Review)
We have followed Nikita Pathakji since her supper club days, so her Clapham debut was always going to be special. Standout lamb, a championship halibut, banana pudding we still dream about, and cocktails you really should not skip
The French House - Soho, London
We finally got into The French House, the iconic Soho dining room above the legendary Dean Street pub, and it absolutely lived up to the hype.
OMA* Review - Borough Market, London
We first visited OMA in 2024, just weeks after it opened above Borough Market. We loved it. Then it got a Michelin star. We went back in 2026 and loved it even more.
Impala - Soho, London
Five years in the making and one of 2026's most hyped openings, Impala on Dean Street is Chef Meedu Saad's debut solo restaurant. A love letter to North African flavours, all built around a charcoal grill.
Homies on Donkeys - Leytonstone, London (Review)
A full review of Homies on Donkeys in Leytonstone. We tried their tacos, tostadas and salsas to see if they really are among the best tacos in London.
Kiln - Thai Grill in London (Review)
Our honest review of Kiln. Fire-cooked Thai dishes, bold spice, and Soho energy. Is it worth the hype? What to order and what to expect.
Pot Luck Club, Cape Town
Creative meals in the shadow of Table Mountain. We loved Pot Luck Club and in this review we highlight why.
Belly of The Beast, Cape Town
One of our greatest dining experiences ever. Belly of the Beast really doesn’t disappoint!
The Eagle Farringdon - London
Come here and get a hearty steak sandwich, you won’t regret it
Franklin’s - East Dulwich, London
Tucked away on Lordship Lane, Franklin’s is our go-to local for seasonal British food, a great cocktail, and that relaxed neighbourhood charm. Here's what we ate and why we’ll be back.
Alley Cats Pizza - A Slice of NYC in London
If you’re after a slice of New York in London, Alley Cats Pizza in Marylebone delivers. With tasty pies, a cool, casual vibe, and The Sopranos playing on the wall, it’s a great spot for pizza lovers looking for big flavours and NYC energy.
Pizarro - London
A review of Pizarro. A taste of Spain right in the heart of London on the iconic Bermondsey Street