BACK Restaurant – Obligatory gastronomical experience in Marbella, Spain
What is the food like? Experimental. This isn’t your regular Spanish restaurant. You are stepping into a testing laboratory headed up by Chef David Olivas. You will be presented with bold and creative dishes that push the boundaries of flavours and traditions. Expect the unexpected, like pepper ice cream, lemongrass oxtail soup and dark chocolate with passion fruit. Dishes are made from some of the … Continue reading BACK Restaurant – Obligatory gastronomical experience in Marbella, Spain
Lobito de Mar – Flamboyant grilled seafood restaurant in Marbella, Spain
What is the food like? Charcoal grilled fresh seafood. It is the simple process of vapourisation of the natural oil from the fresh seafood as it come into contact with the red hot charcoals that has created the delicious and captivating flavours associated with grilling. This process has been industrialised by local celebrity chef Dani García with large serious grills, high quality fresh seafood coupled … Continue reading Lobito de Mar – Flamboyant grilled seafood restaurant in Marbella, Spain
Restaurante Skina – Two Michelin-star restaurant celebrating the best of Andalusia in Marbella, Spain
What is the food like? Flamboyant European with an Andalusian homage. The winning formula at Skina is to serve popular dishes using fresh local produce, make it to perfection and served them as an art piece paired with the best wine. Expect masterpieces for each of your dish from this two Michelin-star restaurant. The Southern Spain staple of gazpacho, espetos, red prawns and squid were … Continue reading Restaurante Skina – Two Michelin-star restaurant celebrating the best of Andalusia in Marbella, Spain
Kitchen W8 – Your friendly neighbourhood Michelin-star European restaurant in Kensington, London
What is the food like? Reimagined British European fusion. The creamy cod from Cornwall, seared then baked in the oven, was served with Italian gnocchi made from pumpkin. Oxtail was creatively used as filling for the Italian raviolo while the fillet of veal was paired with a Bavarian classic of spätzle (German pasta noodle). Traditional English Christmas ingredients like chestnut, bacon and sage were accompanying … Continue reading Kitchen W8 – Your friendly neighbourhood Michelin-star European restaurant in Kensington, London
The Lanesborough – Impeccable family and dog friendly luxury hotel in Central London, England
Where is it? In Belgravia, one of the most affluent neighbourhood in Central London, in between posh Mayfair and glitzy Knightsbridge. A perfect spot to experience the lifestyle of the distinguishably rich in London. It is less than 10 mins walk to Knightsbridge luxury shopping district, home to Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Sloane Street and King’s Road. It is also walking distance to major tourist attractions … Continue reading The Lanesborough – Impeccable family and dog friendly luxury hotel in Central London, England
The Ivy Cafe Richmond – The perfect choice for a special celebration
What is the food like? The Ivy Richmond offers an a la carte breakfast menu and an all day cafe style menu of mainly British and European bistro classics. Also available are a vegan and vegetarian menu, afternoon tea and daytime, evening and weekend brunch set menus. How is the drinks selection? On the menu, a small range of bubbles, a few standard cocktails with … Continue reading The Ivy Cafe Richmond – The perfect choice for a special celebration
Gran Hotel Miramar – Family friendly beachfront luxury hotel in Málaga, Spain
Where is it? On the Playa de la Malagueta (main beach in Málaga, closest to city centre) within 10 minute walk to Málaga Old Town, 10 minute walk to Muelle Uno, Málaga’s swanky waterfront promenade and 3 minute walk to the Plaza de Toros La Malagueta (bullring). Although there is a road separating the beach from the hotel, it is easily accessible via multiple side … Continue reading Gran Hotel Miramar – Family friendly beachfront luxury hotel in Málaga, Spain
Gauthier Soho – A 100% plant-based vegan classic French fine dining restaurant in London, England
What is the food like? Since 23rd June 2021, Gauthier Soho only serves plant-based vegan French gastronomy. Renowned chef Alexis Gauthier once held a Michelin-star here in 2011. He turned vegan in 2016 and has spent the last 5 years perfecting the elements and removing animal products from his kitchen. The mandatory fine-dining tasting menu is a showcase of meat alternatives. Instead of steak tartar, … Continue reading Gauthier Soho – A 100% plant-based vegan classic French fine dining restaurant in London, England
Marbella Club – Timelessly charming family beach resort in Marbella, Spain
Where is it? Centre of Marbella. As the venue that put Marbella on to the luxury travel map, the town grew around Marbella Club as its fame grew among the rich and famous globally. Hence, it is no surprise that it is at the centre of Marbella, with luxury shopping and nightlife Puerto Banús marina to the west (4 km) and romantic Old Town to … Continue reading Marbella Club – Timelessly charming family beach resort in Marbella, Spain
Champneys Mottram Hall Spa & Hotel – Review of Cheshire Suite Room 353
champneys.com/hotels/mottram-hall Ambience Gloomy and dated. In stark contrast to the rest of the hotel, Room 353, Cheshire Suite is not stylish, luxurious nor grand. The sheer curtain windows, poor lighting, tired furnishing, dated electrical appliances and dark furniture made the room dark and soulless. Although spacious, they have managed to create a bottleneck in one of the major thoroughfare in the room. The bed is … Continue reading Champneys Mottram Hall Spa & Hotel – Review of Cheshire Suite Room 353