The Nut Tree Inn – Relaxed and fantastic value Michelin-star gastropub in Murcott, Oxfordshire, England
What is the food like? Creative British dishes that regularly evolve with seasonality of ingredients. Chef Mike North has retained a Michelin star at Nut Tree Inn since 2008, he has to be doing something right. In the UK summer, artistically presented dishes like grilled beef and pan-fried halibut were accompanied by blossoming ingredients like courgette flower, courgette, tenderstem broccoli, Italian caesar’s mushroom, violet artichoke … Continue reading The Nut Tree Inn – Relaxed and fantastic value Michelin-star gastropub in Murcott, Oxfordshire, England
Hakkasan – Seductive party-goer Michelin-star Chinese restaurant in London, England
What is the food like? Authentic Cantonese cuisine amplified with lavish Western ingredients. The sumptuous Peking duck is topped with a dash of Prunier caviar. Traditional Cantonese favourites like sweet and sour is made with pork from Duke of Berkshire. Using Iberico black pig to make char siu and replacing prawn with langoustine in har gau have intrigued many tastebuds. The flavours are kept original … Continue reading Hakkasan – Seductive party-goer Michelin-star Chinese restaurant in London, England
Imperial Treasure – An unfulfilling high-end Chinese in London, England
What is the food like? With Michelin star restaurants in Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hong Kong and Singapore, Imperial Treasure looks to carve a space among the growing list of high-end Chinese restaurants in London. The menu is made up of predominantly authentic Cantonese dishes like hot & sour soup, salt & pepper squid, spring roll, char siu (barbecued pork), roast pork belly, braised lobster noodle, steamed … Continue reading Imperial Treasure – An unfulfilling high-end Chinese in London, England
Olive Tree – Michelin-star Gem in Bath, England
What is the food like? Magnificent combination of flavours, masterfully prepared. Head Chef Chris Cleghorn, who trained under Michael Caines, holder of two Michelin stars for 18 consecutive years, has created a Modern European showpiece menu using the best of local seasonal ingredients and produce. The menu offers 9 dishes as well as vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free rendition of each of them – 3 starters, … Continue reading Olive Tree – Michelin-star Gem in Bath, England
Tofu Vegan – Trendy Chinese in Islington, London
What is the food like? Gorgeous authentic multi-regional Chinese vegan food. You will feel like a kid in the sweet shop as everything on the entire menu is vegan. Yes, that’s right. You won’t have to look out for the (V) or (Ve) superscripts here. They have the vegan rendition of all the popular dishes in a typical Chinese restaurant in England. Start off with … Continue reading Tofu Vegan – Trendy Chinese in Islington, London
Chakra – Vegan Friendly North Indian in Kensington, London
What is the vegan food like? Although Chakra is not a purely vegan nor vegetarian restaurant, there are sufficient vegan dishes on offer for a delightful meal. Colourful, beautiful and tasty. Order a variety of street food like the crispy pani puri, tangy & spicy samosa chaat coupled with some small bites like the gorgeous crunchy Avocado ke Gole (avacado arancini). Soak it up with … Continue reading Chakra – Vegan Friendly North Indian in Kensington, London
Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa – Watersport haven on Lake Windermere in Lake District, England
The hotel’s history started in 1952 when it was purchased by Norman Buckley MBE, a man who broke the World Water Speed Record multiple times in Lake Windermere between 1951 to 1972. It became the first hotel on Lake Windermere and is still run by the extended family today. It has been extensively expanded over the decades with the addition of a watersports centre, spa, … Continue reading Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa – Watersport haven on Lake Windermere in Lake District, England
The Slaughters Country Inn – Authentic village charm in Cotswold, England
This understated inn were originally farm-worker cottages as well as a horse stable in the 15th century. The lobby, dining hall, lounge and bar are in the main building while most of the rooms are in the two standalone blocks, sitting in 4 acres of relaxing greenery. The Slaughters Country Inn was awarded the Traveller’s Choice Award by TripAdvisor in 2020. Where is it? In … Continue reading The Slaughters Country Inn – Authentic village charm in Cotswold, England
Ognisko Restaurant – Classy Polish Dining in South Kensington, London
What is the food like? Wholesome and homely. Polish cooking is about big portion, high carb, plenty of meat and strong flavours – perfect recipe for a feast for all occasions. Ognisko uses traditional staple ingredients like pork, pickled cabbage & cucumber, potatoes, mushrooms and cream to churn out beautiful traditional Polish dishes, masterfully cooked. Enjoy hallmark dishes like kotlet schabowy (pork schnitzel), karkowka (grilled … Continue reading Ognisko Restaurant – Classy Polish Dining in South Kensington, London
Lambs Restaurant – Romantic Cosy Dining in Stratford-upon-Avon, England
What is the food like? A good selection of modern classics from the British and European cuisine. Start with a light pumpkin soup or balsamic roasted beetroot salad if you are after something light, or indulge in pan-fried king prawns or Cornish mussels in white wine sauce for something more wholesome. Move on to the classic French duck à l’orange or steak-frites for mains or … Continue reading Lambs Restaurant – Romantic Cosy Dining in Stratford-upon-Avon, England