Sketch: The Library
Sketch a destination venue if ever there was one – 2 bars, 2 restaurants & 1 private members club – and as funky and classy as can be. My hosts and I dined in The Library restaurant on the 1st floor which is a stunning environment, in fact everything that followed was stunning – the .. read more
The Wine Library
The Wine Library is a gem of an eatery a stones throw from London Bridge tube. The wine cellar offers over 400 beautiful wines which you can purchase and take off the premises or [ay a £7.50 corkage on and drink in their ‘restaurant’. The eating area is very informal with bar stools and counters .. read more
L’Anima
L’Anima has been described as ‘a noisy box with a glass front’ which I think is unfair I was struck by the floor to ceiling windows at the front of the restaurant pouring light into the restaurant even on a dull day. My guest chose the Burrata – cow mozzarella filled with fresh cream and .. read more
Al Hamra
Al Hamra is an authentic Lebanese restaurant located in Mayfair’s renowned Shepherd Market. The restaurant decor is a bit tired and needs an overhaul but that’s not why you choose places like this. I love the plate of tomatoes, spring onions, radishes, carrot that you are served on arrival following by humous and hot breads. .. read more
Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester
Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester is an exceptional restaurant, honoured with 3 Michelin Stars. My friend and I ate from the ‘Lunch Hour Menu’ which offers 3 courses and 2 glasses of wine for £55. We begin the experience with small gougere sprinkled with a mixture of parmesan and pepper dipped in a light cream .. read more
The Square
The Square is without question one of the finest restaurants in London and deserving of its 2 Michelin Stars. Chef & co-owner proprietor Phil Howard was hard at work in the kitchen today and prepared a stunning lunch… Amuse BucheScottish Langoustine with Black Truffle and Mushroom PureeStarterSaute or Hare with Parmesan Gnocchi, Scorched Onions, Celeriac .. read more
Vivat Bacchus
Vivat Bacchus probably best known for its range of wines. It claims to serve ‘European cuisine’ however the menu goes a few thousand miles off piste with the offer of Springbok Burger and Grilled Zebra Steak - there is some South African influence here probably the owners! I settled for a simple Risotto of Apple, Walnut and Gorgonzola .. read more
Roast
Roast offers the very best in traditional English roast dishes and views across the vibrant Borough Market. For starter my guest and I chose the Scotch Burford Brown egg – I’m no fan of scotch egg however this is far from your usual supermarket offering – it was divine and helped down with a carafe of Chapel .. read more
The Anthologist
The Anthologist is a welcome addition to the city of London’s restaurant scene. It is relaxed, informal and youthful. My host and I shared a Peking Duck Flatbread – a good job we were hungry – it was a hefty flatbread covered is crispy duck, salad and dressing – delicious and highly recommended! To accompany we .. read more
The Garrick Club
The Garrick Club is a private members’ club in the heart of Theatreland founded in 1831 so that “actors and men of refinement and education might meet on equal terms”. In my opinion it is the finest private members club in London. It has the most comprehensive collection of theatrical paintings and drawings in existence. .. read more
