The Best Restaurant Openings Of 2022
As another year comes to a close, we take a look back at the best restaurant and bar openings of 2022.
After a difficult couple of years in hospitality, this year we finally saw the true lively side of London once again, with hundreds of restaurants, bars and cafes opening their doors for the first time. Scroll down for our edit of the best openings this year.
Catch up on all of the latest restaurant openings here.
Best Restaurants In January
TH@51
On Friday 28th January, TH@51 opened its doors for the first time. The new restaurant, located at Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences, draws inspiration from the Treehouse rooftop bar at The Taj Dubai, and brings the outside in through its interiors. Expect a glass dining room, rich wood cladding, a soft green and pink colour palette, and a light, airy feel throughout.
An open kitchen showcasing a theatrical Robata grill and chef’s table takes centre stage, with the menu drawing on influences from around the world. Expect signature dishes such as Burrata and kale chaat; Desi scotch egg; Moroccan poke; Korean roast; and a Paneer wellington.
51 BUCKINGHAM GATE, SW1E 6AF
WWW.TAJ51BUCKINGHAMGATE.CO.UK
The Timber Loft
Launching above The Light Bar is The Timber Loft, a new 80-cover, modern European restaurant. Having previously worked with Stevie Parle, Tristan Downes takes the lead as head chef, offering an array of delicious, refined dishes.
Interiors wise, expect original exposed beams and skylights that frame the ‘loft’ feel. There’ll be a range of teal and green accent colours too, marble bar counters and copper finishes.
THE LIGHT BAR, 233 SHOREDITCH HIGH STREET, E1 6PJ
WWW.LIGHTBARLONDON.COM
Ugly Dumpling
Ugly Dumpling has opened a brand new restaurant in Fitzrovia. The restaurant is known for bridging the gap between traditional Asian fillings and Western flavours, mixing the two together to create fresh, unique and exciting street food snacks.
30 RATHBONE PLACE, FITZROVIA, W1T 1JG
WWW.UGLYDUMPLING.CO.UK
February
Em Sherif
Located in Harrods is a new Lebanese restaurant led by Chef Mirelle Hayek. This is the first European debut from the rising restaurant group known for its twelve restaurants spread across the Middle Eastern region, and is set to feature a restaurant and deli space.
The menu features an array of Middle Eastern favourites, from cold mezze plates to meaty grills.
HARRODS, 87-135 BROMPTON RD, SW1X 7XL
WWW.EMSHERIFRESTAURANT.CO.UK
Silverleaf
Pan Pacific London welcomed a new bar to its repertoire this month, offering a full sensory experience with views over Bishopsgate Plaza. One of the first independent cocktail bars to be part of a luxury hotel offering, Silverleaf is home to some of the finest spirits from across the world and striking hand chipped grey marble.
For cocktails, expect them to take inspiration from ‘naturalism’ and champion two or three core ingredients. Each drink will have a minimalist presentation with a touch of vibrant colour and edible garnishes.
PAN PACIFIC LONDON, 80 HOUNDSDITCCH, EC3A 7AB
WWW.PANPACIFIC.COM
Lahpet West End
Lahpet, the popular Burmese restaurant in Shoreditch from Dan Anton and Zaw Mahesh, expanded in February, bringing dishes inspired by the street food in Myanmar to Covent Garden.
The new restaurant combines seasonal British produce with native ingredients. Expect Lahpet favourites, as well as new dishes including the likes of Roasted pork belly and bamboo shoots; Shan Fish and Rice, a popular Shan state street food dish; and Rakhine fish noodle soup.
21 Slingsby Place, St Martins Courtyard, WC2E 9AB
www.lahpet.co.uk
Blacklock Covent Garden
London is bursting with restaurants serving roast dinners but the restaurant at the top of every Londoner’s list? Blacklock. This February saw the famed chophouse open up its fourth restaurant in the heart of Covent Garden.
Renowned for their high quality and dry-aged meats, the restaurant keeps sustainability at the forefront of the new venue’s ethos, focusing on lesser known cuts of meats and a pip-to-peel approach. They work with Cornish farmer and butcher Philip Warren to ensure the quality is excellent and to cut down on waste by using the whole animal across a variety of dishes. And yes, you can expect their award-winning Sunday roasts to be back with a bang.
London is bursting with restaurants serving roast dinners but the restaurant at the top of every Londoners list? Blacklock.
16A BEDFORD STREET, COVENT GARDEN, WC2E 9HE
www.theblacklock.com
Cedric Grolet at The Berkeley
Knightsbridge’s The Berkeley will be added another addition to its ever-growing roster of foodie offerings, with the arrival of a new patisserie from one of the world’s best pastry chefs, Cedric Grolet. Having opened in February, this is Cedric’s first patisserie outside of France, bringing his artistry and creations across the Channel.
Cedric Grolet at The Berkeley sees two iconic patisserie signatures brought together for the first time – Grolet’s famous Fruit creations, and his exquisite Flowers. Creating quite the impression on Instagram, Grolet is famed for his culinary ‘trompe-l’œil’ where pâtisserie genius is used to create optical illusions. Visitors will be able to enjoy Grolet’s creations at The Berkeley Cafe or take them away to devour at home.
THE BERKELEY, WILTON PLACE, KNIGHTSBRIDGE, SW1X 7RL
WWW.THE-BERKELEY.CO.UK
Dear Grace
Small plates and cocktails. What more could you ask for? Introducing Dear Grace, the new neighbourhood bar and eatery from the team behind Pergola and The Prince.
This new venue quickly became the new go-to place for cocktail catch-ups and after work-dos. Expect hanging plants, cosy sofas and big windows that look out over the local space.
There are a whole host of cocktails, from kiwi margaritas to kumquat sours, springtime negronis to mocha martinis. For food, you’ll be able to enjoy sharing plates of gambas pil pil; jerba olives; ezme burrata; and crispy corn with rock salt and chilli.
UNIT 2-3, 195 WOOD LANE, WHITE CITY PLACE, W12 7FQ
WWW.DEARGRACELONDON.CO.UK
March
The Arber Garden
From the creative team behind The Lighterman and The Broadcaster comes The Arber Garden, a brand new public house with a botanical themed gin bar and urban oasis garden terrace. Just from that lead-in alone, this place sounds pretty special, and you can trust us when we say it is.
Adjoining the Fitzrovia Chapel, this new drinking and dining spot is inspired by the botanist and philosopher, Agnes Arber. The space nods to Arber throughout, adorning the walls with floral prints, potted plants and dried flowers.
On the menu, expect a new take on British classics, from a decadent brunch menu and hearty Sunday roasts to flatbreads made in their wood oven. The space will be stocked with all of the best local and international gins, and offer a range of tempting cocktails. The one to watch being the Martini by the Sea, an oyster shell infused gin.
1 PEARSON SQUARE, FITZROVIA, W1W 7EY
WWW.THEARBERGARDEN.CO.UK
Brother Marcus
Popular Eastern Mediterranean all-day restaurant, Brother Marcus, opened its third restaurant in Borough Yards this March. This new venture merges co-founder Tasos’ traditional family recipes with Brother Marcus’ fresh and seasonal approach to bring a refreshing new culinary take.
Bought direct from the market, expect dishes to be made with the freshest of ingredients, from sweet potato fritters and shakshuka to scallops with anchovy butter, coriander cream and crispy capers. There’ll also be an extensive wine list, focusing on Greek and European countries, as well as cocktails.
As interiors go, you’ll find an open kitchen with a robata grill taking centre stage, surrounded by stone washed walls, terracotta tiles and hanging plants.
1 DIRTY LANE, BOROUGH YARDS, SE1 9PA
WWW.BROTHERMARCUS.CO.UK
Bar + Block Hammersmith/Paddington
As if one restaurant opening wasn’t enough, Bar + Block opened two in the space of a week!
The restaurants are renowned for their steaks, whether you’re after a rump or ribeye, fillet or sirloin. Using British and Irish Angus breeds, each steak is matured for at least 30 days and hand cut to size to mirror your appetite, perfect for hungry diners.
NORTH WHARF ROAD, PADDINGTON, W2 1LF
WWW.BARANDBLOCK.CO.UK
Three Uncles Brixton
Following three years of takeaway trading, London’s popular Hong Kong-style Siu Mei masters, Three Uncles, opened its first brick-and-mortar restaurant. This Brixton Village restaurant took over the former Tiger and Pig site, offering an exciting menu of house-roasted and chopped-to-order Cantonese meats.
Dine on exciting sharing plates of Uncle Mo’s Three Treasures – a selection of Cantonese roast duck, crispy pork belly and char siu pork; typhoon shelter prawns; and lotus leaf rice with Chinese sausage. There’ll also be the opportunity to sample their roast duck and char siu lai fun noodle soup, a Hong Kong favourite rarely seen in the UK.
UNIT 19 & 20, BRIXTON VILLAGE, SW9 8PR
WWW.THREEUNCLES.CO.UK
Lisboeta
Expect the style, design, food and culture of Lisbon to be captured between four walls by London-based Portuguese chef, Nuno Mendes and his new restaurant, LISBOETA. The restaurant shines a light on Lisbon’s vibrant food and drink scene.
Lisboeta – which literally means ‘a person from Lisbon’ – offers guests the chance to dine like a true Lisboeta, delighting in traditional and non-traditional ‘petiscos’ (little plates of this and that) and Portuguese wine.
Set across three floors, the ground floor is inspired by cafe culture, featuring a long, seated bar built from repurposed tram wood and limestone sourced from Lisbon, while upstairs is a dining room with banquette seating.
30 CHARLOTTE STREET, W1
WWW.LISBOETA.CO.UK
Caravel
A new floating restaurant is mooring in Regent’s Canal. Set up by brothers Fin and Lorcan Spiteri, Caravel is a brand new restaurant and bar that’s housed on a converted barge.
The floating restaurant’s menu is concise and simple, highlighting the best of each season’s ingredients. Expect dishes such as sesame prawn toast with spiced tartare; confit duck rissoles; and violet artichoke with kohlrabi. As well as British, Italian and French classics, such as white crab tagliatelle with fennel and garlic; and roast hake with confit potatoes and curry sauce.
Drinks haven’t been forgotten either. Fin has created an exciting cocktail menu, featuring a zingy blood orange Margarita made with agave and blood orange syrup.
EAGLE WHARF ROAD, N1 7ED
WWW.THESTUDIOKITCHEN.CO.UK
Facing Heaven
An exciting new opening for plant-based Londoners, Facing Heaven is a new venture from the founder and culinary mind of Mao Chow. Julian Denis draws on his personal experiences, from discovering vegan cooking through the Los Angeles punk rock scene to learning the ins and outs of traditional Chinese cooking in New York.
The new restaurant Facing Heaven, named after the potent Sichuanese chilli, brings an elevated take on Mao Chow’s staple Chinese flavours, coupled with Denis’ American upbringing.
The focus is on sharing plates and feasting-style family dining, centred around seasonal veggies, spices and chilli. Expect a menu filled to the brim with Macau style baked pork chop rice, a vegan take on the casserole-style dish. As well as spicy twice fried Jerusalem artichokes; whole sizzling aubergine; stir fried blood sausage with lacto chilli and fresh garlic. Finish off the meal with their retro-inspired dessert menu, including the malta caramel and strawberry powder ice cream sundae – yum.
1A BAYFORD STREET, E8 3SE
WWW.FACING-HEAVEN.COM
Madhu’s Brasserie
Anyone who’s a regular at Harvey Nichols will already know about the success of their on-site Indian, Madhu’s Brasserie. This March saw the team behind the restaurant open up another venue in Richmond.
Located Sheen Road, the restaurant brings its sophisticated, modern take on traditional Indian cuisine to the table. Paying homage to history, the menu features toasted wraps served warm in a soft roomali roya or tandoori naan, featuring fillings such as chilli chicken, marinated paneer and minced lamb. As well as robata dishes of tender butterfly king prawns; masala fish; and chicken biryani.
106 SHEEN ROAD, RICHMOND, TW9 1UR
WWW.MADHUSBRASSERIE.COM
Noci
Bringing Londoners a sunny slice of Italy is Noci, a brand new neighbourhood pasta restaurant opening in Islington. The restaurant is the brainchild of Louis Korovilas, formerly of Locatelli and Bancone, and is inspired by his rich travels across Italy and its signature regional specialities.
Think dishes such as fried parels of leek, taleggio, gorgonzola and walnut; fried squid and mussels with nori and bagna cauda; a classic Neapolitian Genovese ragu; and Gnocchetti, a small pasta reminiscent of its namesake potato dumpling, will be served with confit tomato and smoked ricotta.
4 – 6 ISLINGTON GREEN, N1 2XA
WWW.NOCIRESTAURANT.CO.UK
April
The Princess Royal
Returning to its former glory, The Princess Royal opened its doors after a major renovation. The pub, from the Cubitt House group, features a stunning restaurant and bars, as well as two private feasting rooms and four bedrooms.
The restaurant, spearheaded by chef director Ben Tish, is influenced by the flavours of the Mediterranean, offering a wide selection of sharing plates designed with feasting in mind. Tuck into the likes of whipped n’duja with fennel biscuits; three cheese pizzette fritta with spring truffle; red prawn crudo with rosemary and orange; and larger plates of Dorset coast monkfish with borlotti beans, chilli and salsa verde.
The interiors too are beautiful. Designed by director Georgie Pearman, they encompass the pub’s Victorian heritage, home to Victorian doors and stained glass panels.
47 HEREFORD ROAD, W2 5AH
WWW.CUBITTHOUSE.CO.UK
Ochre
The National Gallery welcomed a new restaurant opening this month… Introducing Ochre, the new restaurant that champions seasonality and English produce through a contemporary European menu.
Executive chef Alex Drayton has created a menu that’s centred around local to the UK ingredients. Expect dishes such as saddleback pork and Westcombe cheddar croquette with wild nettle pesto and aged parmesan; beetroot and macadamia ‘ricotta’ with horseradish, macadamia, sorrel and red amaranth flowers; saffron fettuccine with Indian spiced ricotta, mint pesto, pickled shallow, aged parmesan and crispy chilli; and a moreish beer battered hake fillet sandwich on farmhouse loaf with tartare sauce and garden peas.
NATIONAL GALLERY, TRAFALGAR SQUARE, WC2N 5DN
WWW.OCHRE.LONDON
Tattu
Moody atmospheric lighting and stunning traditional Chinese dishes presented immaculately… Could you get anymore Instagrammable? That’s what you can expect from London’s hottest new restaurant opening, Tattu.
Tattu London opened its doors at Outnernet’s The Now Building, located in the heart of the city on Denmark Street, and brings the traditional Chinese flavours and ingredients that the restaurant group has become famed for. As well as its stunning interiors.
Executive chef Andrew Lasseter has devised a brand new menu, featuring dishes such as dim sum of pearly king crab dumpling; small plates of seven spiced seared tuna; and larger plates of XO scallops; Szechuan red pork belly; Chilean sea bass; and desserts of bubble tea and cotton cheesecake.
THE NOW BUILDING, OUTERNET, WC2H 0LA
WWW.TATTU.CO.UK
Apricity
Championing sustainability, Apricity is the new opening from multi-award winning chef, Chantelle Nicholson. The restaurant is a veg-forward restaurant, centred around hyper-seasonal, sustainable produce from local growers and foraged ingredients.
The restaurant has been designed by Object Space Place, and boasts floor to ceiling windows overlooking Duke Street and a small terrace that spills out into the street. A chef’s table is also available for small groups to get the real kitchen experience.
On the menu, expect dishes such as Cornish mackerel and Shetland mussels with sambal butter and pickled pear; roasted Kuri squash with fermented fire flame chilies, miso aioli, squash seed crumb and Thai basil; venison with elderberry and walnut butter; and crispy brussels sprouts with spent beer vinegar and rosemary.
60 DUKE STREET, MAYFAIR, W1K 6JU
WWW.APRICITYRESTAURANT.COM
KOKO
Following a three year restoration and redevelopment, this April saw the iconic KOKO reopen its doors. Once home to the 19th century theatre, the space has been transformed into a 50,000 square foot music and arts venue, complete with the beautifully restored Victorian theatre, new ‘Fly Tower’ experience and a new day-to-night Cafe KOKO.
On the restaurant front, Cafe KOKO is a brand new bar and pizzeria. The restaurant, headed by executive chef Andreas Engberg, serves up breakfast through to dinner, offering a selection of New York style pizzas with an Italian twist and signature cheesecake. By night it’ll be a late-night tap bar serving up American classic cocktails, Italian leaning wine list and local craft beers.
1A CAMDEN HIGH STREET, NW1 7JE
WWW.KOKO.CO.UK
Cellar at Kindred
Hammersmith’s independent members’ club, Kindred is built around community and connection, providing Londoners with a space to come together and connect in a beautiful setting.
Led by acclaimed chef Andrew Clarke, the ground floor restaurant is open to the public and boasts a menu that’s inspired by Clarke’s travels around the world.
Showcased through a selection of small and larger plates, enjoy dishes such as home-cured sea trout with radish, kohlrabi and dill; Korean spiced tartare of Dexter beef served with straw chips; mutton merguez flatbread with pink onion, herb labneh and salsa verde; and celeriac schnitzel with cavolo nero, wild mushrooms and wild garlic butter.
KINDRED, BRADMORE HOUSE, QUEEN CAROLINE STREET, W6 9BW
WWW.WEAREKINDRED.COM
Acme Fire Cult
A brand new concept from chefs Andrew Clarke and Daniel Watkins, Acme Fire Cult hopes to revolutionise the BBQ. They are moving away from the traditional meaty association with barbecue and are letting vegetables take centre stage.
Located in the indoor and outdoor space at Dalston’s 40FT Brewery, the permanent restaurant features a menu of grilled leeks and pistachio romesco; beetroots with a sweet and sour dill dressing, beetroot puree, pickled blueberries and sorrel; coal roasted celeriac with mushroom-kelp XO, cocoa bean miso and salsa verde; and Dorset crab with bone marrow, jalapeno verde and salted cabbage.
40FT BREWERY, ABBOT STREET CAR PARK, E8 3DP
WWW.ACMEFIRECULT.COM
The Act
Dance shoes at the ready… New to Notting Hill, The Act is a brand new bar that’s ready to shake up London’s cocktail scene. Serving up an all-singing, all-dancing programme of live entertainment, cocktails and dining, expect a raucous night to remember. There are regular pop-up performances from casts from the West End, as well as live vocals from top chanteurs.
The cocktail menu has been designed by Benji Purslow and includes the likes of Elphaba, made with Bombay Gin, Agwa coca leaf liqueur, apple, cucumber and mint, and Elder Price,a fun twist on the Espresso Martini.
126-128 NOTTING HILL GATE, W11 3QG
WWW.THEACTBAR.COM
Nightjar Carnaby
When I think of London’s speakeasy-style cocktail bars, Nightjar always springs to mind. It’s become a London institute when it comes to innovative cocktails and the perfect intimate date night destination. This April saw it spread its wings and expand with a new opening in Carnaby.
The bar brings its old-school glamour, cocktails and live music to central London. The interiors evoke the roaring twenties, bringing soft rose gold and mirror details to centrefold. While the menu honours three distinct historical eras of 20th century cocktail-making – pro-prohibition, prohibition and post-war.
Sip on cocktails such as Aztec Tapache, a savoury tipple of Herradura, Chinotta & camomilla liquor, pineapple huacatay & purple corn tepacher, fino sherry and freshly squeezed lime juice; and the Toronto, a rich, smoky old-fashioned style cocktail of Woodford Reserve Bourbon whiskey, orange blossom smoke, coffee & roasted pecan maple syrup, Fernet Branca and candyfloss. Or go for a signature Nightjar creation with their London Mule or Name of the Samurai.
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UNIT G15, KINGLY COURT, FIFTY CARNABY STREET, W1F 9PY
WWW.NIGHTJARCARNABY.COM
Revolve Brasserie
From Andrew Fishwick, Tristram Hillier and Romain Pottier, Revolve is the new brasserie to look out for. It draws inspiration from the brasseries celebrated and loved in Paris and New York, and features an all-day menu centred around brasserie classics made with British provenance.
Alongside the everyday menu, Revolve has launched a guest chef series, featuring an exciting roster of culinary superstar chefs and up-and-coming talent.
UNIT G02 BROADGATE, 100 LIVERPOOL STREET, EC2M 2PP
WWW.REVOLVE.LONDON
Butchies
London’s favourite buttermilk fried chicken sandwich joint has expanded! This month saw them open up shop in Ealing, serving up their signature fried chicken sandwiches and donating meals to local homeless charity, Ealing Soup Kitchen.
Their signature baps include The Original with house pickles and Butchies’ ‘OG’ sauce; Cheesy Rider served with cheese dripping, house pickles and Butchies’ Sriracha chilli sauce; and the Jenny from the Block with guacamole, chipotle mayo and smoked streaky bacon.
Fried chicken never looked so good…
14 BOND STREET, EALING, W5 5AA
WWW.BUTCHIES.CO.UK
May
Cicchetti
San Carlo, the restaurant group behind the likes of Alto by San Carlo and Isola by San Carlo, opened another restaurant this May in Knightsbridge.
The opening follows the success of San Carlo Cicchetti in Piccadilly and Covent Garden, and hopes to transport guests to Italy in an instant. Expect a buzzy atmosphere, as well as dishes such as gnocco fritto; black truffle ravioli; burrata with smoked aubergine and toasted hazelnuts; and black salt sea bass with herb and olive oil.
The interiors are as Insta-worthy as they come, with the 100-cover restaurant featuring pink banquette seats and plenty of foliage. It also makes way for a standalone bar and a private dining room perfect for seating up to 18.
6 HANS ROAD, KNIGHTSBRIDGE, SW3 1RX
WWW.SANCARLO.CO.UK
Napoli Gang
Back in August 2020, we saw the Big Mamma group launch their first ever delivery-only restaurant, Napoli Gang. It helped pave the way for the brand, as well as help out one too many Londoners during a busy working week at their home desk. Fast forward to May 2022 and Notting Hill became home to Napoli Gang’s first pizza shop!
The menu features the likes of fresh Puglian burrata, parma ham and mortadella, all from Big Mamma Group’s much-loved Italian suppliers. As well as indulgent arancini, cheesy fresh pasta, crazy dolci and fully-loaded pizzas. All available for click and collect, takeaway or delivery.
Expect their beloved pizza favourites to be making an appearance and the biggest, richest and gooiest cookies you’ve ever laid your eyes on.
Their interiors were also given an elevated playful touch, courtesy of Studio Kiki. Think hot-pink neons and an interior that’s stacked with custom graffiti art that’s been designed by a local artist.
149 LADBROKE GROVE, NOTTING HILL, W10 6HJ
WWW.NAPOLIGANG.CO.UK
The Twenty Two
Grosvenor Square welcomed a new all-day restaurant and private members’ club. Named The Twenty Two, the lifestyle destination’s interiors are inspired by 18th century classical French design, boasting playful textures and custom upholstered pieces to create some striking elements.
Over at the restaurant, Alan Christie is at the helm, serving up a seasonal menu of Devonshire crab salad; chargrilled grass-fed ribeye; and desserts of almond cake with poached pear and clotted cream, and homemade ice creams.
The Club element is split across the ground and lower ground floor, boasting four exclusive spaces that are reserved for patrons and hotel guests only, including the Living Room and outdoor terrace, the Dining Room, the Music Room and the Vault Room.
22 GROSVENOR SQUARE, MAYFAIR, W1K 6LF
WWW.THE22.LONDON
Laurel’s on the Roof
London’s rooftop lovers need to know about this not-so-hidden secret. Laurel’s on the Roof is a brand new rooftop restaurant and bar at the Mondrian Shoreditch.
Inspired by 1970’s Hollywood and the legacy of Laurel Canyon in LA, this new dining spot serves up Californian inspired dishes and cocktails, from dawn through to after dusk. Expect the rooftop to be clad with long-hanging rattan chandeliers, lounge seating and a playful neon ‘Laurel’s’ sign.
45 CURTAIN ROAD, SHOREDITCH, EC2A 3PT
WWW.SBE.COM
W/A Restaurant
Located inside 100 Queen’s Gate, W/A Kensington is a brand new restaurant. A Belgian inspired bistro and bar, the restaurant takes its name from its former owner, William Alexander and can be found serving up a delicious menu inspired by his travels.
The menu features the likes of beef tartare with capers, cornichon, shallows, parsley and olive; oysters maldon with a mignonette sauce, lemon and tabasco; and their signature waffle burger, available with beef, spicy breaded chicken, halloumi and falafel burger or vegan with a beetroot patty.
100 QUEEN’S GATE, KENSINGTON, SW7 5AG
WWW.100QUEENSGATE.COM
Audrey’s
For classic cafe-bar vibes, look to Audrey’s, the brand new venture from the team behind Flat Iron Square. The cafe serves up seasonal dishes, cocktail classics and tasty brunch options.
The ultimate suntrap, there’s indoor and alfresco seating available underneath the red and white striped sunshade. Enjoy dishes such as Audrey’s cobb salad; leek gratin with chablis, Ogleshield fondue and parsley crumb; grilled lemon sole with fennel, lemon and olives; and chocolate and orange trifle.
1 FLAT IRON SQUARE, UNION STREET, SE1 0AB
WWW.AUDREYSLONDON.CO.UK
Amethyst
The 36-cover restaurant is an intimate offering, celebrating creative flavour combinations showcased through Nordic and Japanese cuisine.
Taking over 6 Sackville Street, the restaurant features a 12-course tasting menu. Having previously been the chef patron at Xier, we know we’re in good hands with this new spot.
Expect creative flavour combinations showcased through Nordic and Japanese cuisine.
6 SACKVILLE STREET, MAYFAIR, W1S 3DD
WWW.AMETHYSTDINING.COM
Palazzo
Brought to Crystal Palace by the team at Made of Dough, Palazzo is a brand new bar and all-day diner that landed in May. The perfect spot for music lovers, the new hangout features its very own record library, late-night licence on weekends and DJ nights.
On the food front, there is a selection of small and large plates to graze on, from Italian classics such as pork and veal meatballs; chicken Milanese with lemon and aioli; and of course Made of Dough’s legendary pizzas.
Expect an exciting cocktail range too, including the Sgroppino made with Prosecco and lemon sorbetto – delicious.
3 – 6 CHURCH ROAD, CRYSTAL PALACE, SE1 2TF
WWW.BARPALAZZO.COM
Cavita
Opening its doors in Marylebone Village is Cavita, a new restaurant from chef Adriana Cavita. The restaurant is a celebration of Cavita’s Mexican heritage, guiding diners on a culinary journey through the culture and cuisine of the country.
Inspired by flavours of her childhood, every dish has been created with love, drawing on memories from her family, celebrations and adventures. There is a menu featuring mussels esquites with Nixtamalize heirloom corn and blue bay mussels; smoked beef shin quesabirria tacos; mole verde, a dish of wood grilled herb fed chicken, green mole with coal-roasted vegetables, green herbs and pumpkins; and chargrilled octopus guajillo and pasillo adobo, nopales and spring onion.
60 WIGMORE STREET, MARYLEBONE VILLAGE, W1U 2RZ
WWW.CAVITARESTAURANT.COM
Le Pont de la Tour Bistrot
Iconic French bistro Le Pont de la Tour is opening up another venue this month, bringing its signature flair and best-loved dishes in a more pared-back approach.
Executive chef Tony Fleming has crafted a menu around French classics, featuring everything from duck confit with peas à la française, honey and Madeira, to Saddleback pork belly, boudin noir and white asparagus. Come Sunday, meat lovers will be able to tuck into their roast sirloin of Cumbrian beef.
36D SHAD THAMES, SE1 2YE
WWW.LEPONTDELATOUR.CO.UK
Roti King
Delicious Malaysian dishes from Roti King’s newest restaurant can be found nestled under the Grosvenor Bridge railway arches at Battersea Power Station.
Roti King Battersea is their first restaurant to open South of the River, bringing authentic Malaysian dishes created and curated by Head Chef and Owner Sugen Gopal to new part of London. Try the Roti Canai, available with four different options of kari including chicken, mutton, dahl and fish, or the delicious stuffed Murtabak which comes in a variety of fillings.
CIRCUS RD W, NINE ELMS, LONDON SW8 5BN
WWW.BATTERSEAPOWERSTATION.CO.UK
June
Compton
Restaurant, bar and deli, Compton is the brand new Clerkenwell foodie venture everyone needs to try out. The restaurant pumps out Mediterranean inspired dishes, working with small-scale British suppliers to let the flavours come to life.
In the morning, expect the ovens to be firing out freshly baked goods, as well as stacks of pancakes, English muffins and scrambled eggs with smoked salmon. Over at the Deli, your lunch break is about to be taken to new heights, with salt beef bagels, charcuterie and artisan coffee.
Through lunch and dinner, choose from small plates of Smoked Haddock Croquettes; BBQ Cornish Mussels with dashi broth, lovage and crispy shallots; or larger plates of hand rolled Pappardelle with asparagus, broad bean, fresh peas and ricotta; and the changing BBQ ‘catch of the day’.
47 ST. JOHN’S SQUARE, CLERKENWELL, EC1V 4JJ
WWW.COMPTON.RESTAURANT
Mambow
Opening in June was Mambow, a brand new restaurant offering a playful approach to Malaysian cuisine. The restaurant places an emphasis on sustainably sourced and local produce.
Expect menu highlights like a Hainanese chicken sando – poached and shredded chicken breast tossed in ginger and spring onion oil, kewpie mayo, chicken fat chilli vinegar, crispy fried onion and fresh cucumber; The M Wing, a brined and deep-fried chicken wing tossed in an anchovy sambal and served with lime; and a Nasi Lemak, served with a choice of chicken, jackfruit or fish curry.
133 RYE LANE, SE15 4ST
WWW.MAMBOW.CO.UK
Parrillan Borough Yards
Parrillan is the latest opening from the group behind Barrafina, serving up delicious Spanish fare.
The menu, created by Barrafina’s Chef Director, Angel Zapata Martin, features dishes such as Serviola esqueixada (taken from the verb ‘to tear’ in Catalan, this is a shredded salad with raw serviola); Milk fed lamb cutlets; and Wood roast shank of veal. There’s an outdoor terrace with tabletop ‘parrilla’ grills, so you can enjoy tasty Spanish dishes over the coals.
4 DIRTY LANE, SE1 9PA
WWW.PARRILLAN.CO.UK
Firebird
Founded by restaurateurs Madina Kazhimova and Anna Dolgushina, Firebird is a brand new restaurant that celebrates the open flame, drawing on the simple Mediterranean approach of cooking. Expect a menu packed with grilled based dishes, as well as draft cocktails and wines from small producers across the continent.
The 46-cover space will feel as if you’ve stepped inside a Mediterranean restaurant, complete with terracotta flooring, exposed brick and cascading plants, reminiscent of coastal holidays.
On the menu, crafted by head chef Nikos Kontongiannatos, expect Greek influences. Think Tiger Prawns with tomatoes, white wine and herbs; Pork Belly with a piquant plum ketchup and crisp green salad; and hand-dived Scallops with truffle mash.
29 POLAND STREET, W1F 8QR
www.firebirdlondon.co.uk
Bar Daskal
A brand new Spanish wine bar from the team behind the likes of Barrafina and Parrillan. The bar is named after the owners, Sam, Eddit and James Hart’s grandfather Vladimir Daskalof, an artist who was Paul Klee’s student, and draws a lot of inspiration from the family’s upbringing.
The wine list has been created by the group’s wine buyer Rafa Martin and head of beverage Nick Jackson, pulling in staple bottles from Barrafina, as well as some new extensions to the range.
Cocktails will also be on offer, including the Clara, made with Estrella Galicia, grapefruit and lemon sherbet, offering a twist on a traditional serve to offer a frit, sugary finish.
Expect bar snacks galore, including cold tapas of olives, almonds and crisps, as well as gildas; Chorizo Ibérico; Salchichón Ibérico; Lomo doblado Ibérico; AA anchovies d’Escala; and Mojama (air dried tuna) with olive oil and hazelnuts.
BOROUGH YARDS, SE1 9DG
WWW.BARDASKAL.CO.UK
The Little Scarlet Door
The Little Door Co. has expanded – the restaurant-bar takes interior notes from a New York-style apartment, with open plan spaces spread across two floors. Expect exposed brickwork, neon art and bold colours to become centrefold, finished with accents like board games, vinyl records and even the odd shower cap or two…
The bar is pumping out a selection of cocktails and sharing punches for those looking to party, from the Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, made with Mirabeau Pink Gin, pink peppercorn and rose, to the Last Days of Disco, a blend of Appleton 8, Bacardi 8, apricot, pomegranate and grapefruit. Plus plenty of sharing party nibbles for all to enjoy.
12-13 GREEK STREET, SOHO, W1D 4DL
WWW.THELITTLESCARLETDOOR.CO.UK
Cord by Cordon Bleu
Le Cordon Bleu, the leading global network of culinary and hospitality management institutes, has taken their offering to new heights by launching their first dining concept in London. CORD by Le Cordon Bleu is part of a unique offering all under one roof. Think a fine dining restaurant, a café and an outpost to the London Le Cordon Bleu culinary institute.
The restaurant offers everything from daily a la carte to weekly changing set lunches and dinner tasting menus. Hero dishes from the set menu will include Handpicked crab meat, cucumber, rhubarb and radish marmalade with herb toast, brown crab dressing and watercress oil; marinated sea bream with corn guacamole and citrus, confit lemon, grilled corn and marjoram; and warm streamed Muscovado sponge with spiced cherries, fig leaf ice cream and green pistachio.
85 FLEET STREET, EC4Y 1AE
WWW.CORDRESTAURANT.CO.UK
SHIOK!
SHIOK!, pronounced ‘shook’, is a brand new Singapore influenced patisserie that’s landed at Pan Pacific London. Brought to us from the hotel’s acclaimed pastry chef Cherish Finden, this new venture brings the traditional flavours of Finden’s childhood with her signature flare.
Expect innovative and imaginative indulgences, from a selection of petit gateaux featuring the Handbag, inspired by Finden’s mother always buying her mini handbags with classic flavours of lemon and raspberry compote, to the Chocolate TeaPot, influenced by the Chinese tradition of drinking from the smallest teapot which her grandfather always adhered to.
In the morning, head here for delicious polo buns – think sweet yet fluffy milk buns in flavours of coffee, pandan and summer berries.
80 HOUNDSDITCH, EC3A 7AB
WWW.PANPACIFIC.COM
The Riding House Bloomsbury
We may have waited a decade for its arrival but the time for the next iteration of Fitzrovia’s Riding House Cafe is finally here! Chef Partner Henry Omereye has led the creation of the all-day menus, featuring dishes inspired by the Caribbean, Nigeria and Japan.
Expect small plates of grilled flatbread with smoked cod roe, tomato and wasabi tobiko; caraway harissa chicken and cassava chips with fennel and cardamom gravy; teriyaki rabbit legs with shiitake mushroom, sweet potato champ and crispy kale; and miso grilled sea bass with nuoc cham and pickled cucumber.
THE BRUNSWICK CENTRE, BLOOMSBURY, WC1N 1AF
WWW.RIDING.HOUSE
The Black Sheep
The latest restaurant opening from the Gladwin Brothers opened up in June. The bistro-style restaurant, named The Black Sheep, takes residence on Wimbledon’s High Street, offering Londoners the chance to sample some of the best wild and British produce.
Focusing on seasonality, chef patron Oliver Gladwin’s menu pays tribute to its sister Local & Wild restaurants, featuring spring dishes such as Wye Valley grilled asparagus with crispy duck egg, roasted flaked almonds, pan-fried scallop, confit chicken wing, elderflower gel and sorrel; sweet cured confit hogget shoulder with foraged wild garlic, anchovies and white bean salsa; whole baked by megrim sole with nutty butter sauce; and English summer berry jelly with elderflower cream.
During the week, however, they’ll offer a plant-led set menu, with the likes of grilled purple sprouting broccoli with goat’s curd, toasted sunflower seeds and honey dressing; and Jersey royal gnocchi with garden peas, mint gel, whey cheese and Nutbourne tomato.
67 HIGH STREET, WIMBLEDON, SW19 5EE
WWW.THEBLACKSHEEP-RESTAURANT.COM
Miscusi
Those hunting for a new Italian joint to explore, look to Miscusi who opening its second London site this June. Located on Islington’s Upper Street, the restaurant is kitted out with a karaoke machine and fun photo booth, bringing the flavours of Milan and Mediterranean flavours.
It’s become the go-to pasta destination for families, couples and solo diners, featuring delicious pasta plates including the Pacchero Tricolore, a pistachio cream, burrata and tomato sauce; and house-favourites like the cacio pepe and shrimp tartare with Sicilian red shrimps.
WELLS HOUSE, 80 UPPER STREET, N1 0NU
WWW.MISCUSI.COM
Zēphyr
The group behind Pachamama is straying away from their Peruvian roots and are heading towards the land of the Greek myths with their brand new opening, Zēphyr.
Landing on Notting Hill’s Portobello Road this month, the restaurant serves up the best of Greece, from traditional fare to authentic interiors. Expect delicious Greek cuisine, traditional sharing coal-grilled dishes and cocktails late into the night.
100 PORTOBELLO ROAD, NOTTING HILL, W11 2QD
WWW.ZEPHYR.LONDON
July
Maddox Tavern
Taking over the former Brown’s restaurant on Maddox Street will be the latest venture from Roger Payne of the Enhance Hospitality group. A new all-day British brasserie, the restaurant has undergone a huge transformation and will feature rich mahogany throughout, wrought-iron railings, Versailles parquet flooring and a copper-topped bar.
At the helm of this new restaurant is Jon Grimes. Having worked at the likes of Aqua Kyoto, Kobe Jones in Bromley and Gilagamesh, the menu honours British classics with refined modern elements. Look forward to dishes such as London cured smoked salmon; Middle White pork sausages with olive oil mash; Te Mana glazed lamb rack, artichokes and charcoal calcot onions; and dark chocolate tart with burnt caramelised banana and honeycomb.
47 MADDOX STREET, MAYFAIR, W1S 2PG
WWW.MADDOXTAVERN.COM
Caia
Named after the Roman goddess of fire, Caia is a new lively neighbourhood wine bar, restaurant and music venue that’s rocked onto Golborne Road this month. Brought to life by locals of the area, Rishabh Vir and Tim Lang, the space boasts a seasonally changing menu of sharing dishes cooked on the open fire grill.
As well as the restaurant space, a 10-seater wine room will be on hand for those looking for something a little more intimate or downstairs in the basement will be a vinyl bar, offering music lovers the chance to listen to a collection curated by Stranger Than Paradise Records founder Noreen McShane.
46 GOLBORNE ROAD, W10 5PR
www.caia.london
Bottle & Rye
Heading to Market Row in Brixton Village is a brand new Parisian-inspired wine bar from Robin and Sarah Gill. Bottle & Rye might be a wine bar but it’ll be open all day, offering everything from brunch in the morning through to natural wines come the evening.
Nodding to bistros in Paris, Robin and head chef Ben Hughes-Gage have crafted a menu packed with flavour. Expect highlights to include Ogleshield Gougères with pickled walnut; Vichyssoise oyster tartare; smoked eel brandade with pink fir crisps and provencal herbs; and marinda tomato tarte fine with innes log and kalamata olive.
GROUND FLOOR, 404-406 MARKET ROW, SW9 8LD
WWW.BOTTLEANDRYE.COM
Bubala Soho
Middle Eastern restaurant Bubala has expanded, launching a brand new brick and mortar site in Soho this month. Having opened in Spitalfields in 2019 following a series of successful pop-ups, the plant-forward restaurant has become a popular restaurant renowned for its bright dishes and fresh flavours.
Their new Soho restaurant boasts 50 covers, including an eight seat counter-style bar and open kitchen. Executive chef Helen Graham and her team are spinning the decks in the kitchen, specialising in their signature classics as well as a few new menu additions.
Delight in their halloumi with black seed honey; confit potato latkes with toum and Aleppo chilli; hispi cabbage with mandarin and ras el hanout ponzu; and yemeni malawach with stracciatella, kalamata olives and smoked aubergine honey.
15 POLAND STREET, SOHO, W1F 8PR
WWW.BUBALA.CO.UK
Tatale
A new pan-African restaurant has opened from the culinary whizz Akwasi Brenya-Mensa. His first London restaurant, the restaurant focuses on contemporary flavours, sharing stories through the food, art and culture of the restaurant’s setting.
Opening up inside the Africa Centre, expect really exciting flavour combinations and traditional African techniques coming into their own. Highlights include the ETO plantain tart; black eyed bean hummus with red palm oil and dukkah; chichinga chicken with yassa onion, palm wine pickles and red stew crema; and spiced rice pudding with hibiscus poached pear.
THE AFRICA CENTRE, 66 GREAT SUFFOLK STREET, SE1 0BL
WWW.TATALEANDCO.COM
The Baring
A brand new neighbourhood pub opened this month, brought to life by Adam Symonds and Rob Tecwyn, ex-head chef of Dabbous and The Henriett Hotel. Taking over the Islington pub, The Baring promotes humble ingredients and seasonal produce, with sustainability a big part of their ethos.
The menu features the likes of bar snacks, starters, mains and desserts. Look forward to smoked eel and pig’s head terrine with horseradish and daikon; roast gurnard with roscoff onion and taramasalata; ricotta gnudi with broad beans and nasturtium; and warm almond cake served with chantilly cream.
55 BARING STREET, N1 3DS
WWW.THEBARING.CO.UK
Valderrama’s
Love sport but don’t know where to start when it comes to watching the big games at bars? We’ve found a new one that’s worth the wait… Introducing Valderrama’s, the latest sports bar from the 12:51 head chef James Cochran.
Expect 4K screens viewable from wherever you’re sat and a delicious menu filled with James’ buttermilk fried chicken classics and cocktails.
163 UPPER STREET, N1
WWW.VALDERRAMAS.CO.UK
Moët & Chandon Champagne Bar at Harrods
This June saw an exciting new addition to Harrods’ food and drink offering, and it’s arriving in the form of a Moët & Chandon Champagne Bar. Visitors are able to experience the Maison’s sprawling vineyards as they settle in for an afternoon of sipping bubbles and tucking into light bites.
Wines on offer are from the Moët & Chandon Legacy Champagne Grand Vintage and Legacy Champagne Rare Limited-Edition Bottle Collections – with the likes of a 1959 Grand Vintage Magnum worth £4,400 available. While there’ll be foodie dishes such as a cheese delice, a burrata stracciatella, spicy kimchi and black sesame toastie; and the bar’s signature ‘choux love’, a dessert filled with mango and passion fruit diplomat filling.
HARRODS, KNIGHTSBRIDGE, SW1X 7XL
WWW.HARRODS.COM
Barrafina
Adding another restaurant to its offering, Barrafina opened a new venue at the Borough Yards development in London Bridge. The menu has been created by chef director Angel Zapata Martin and will follow in its sisters’ footsteps with classic Spanish tapas dishes and daily changing specials.
Offering 32 covers, this restaurant may be on the smaller side but it’ll offer the restaurant’s signature leather bar stool dining options for those who like to dine counter-side.
2 DIRTY LANE, BOROUGH YARDS, SE1 9PA
WWW.BARRAFINA.CO.UK
The Other House
A slightly different inclusion but one worth mentioning all the same, The Other House, South Kensington opened in July. It’s an interesting concept to say the least, offering apartment-style living for its residents with the amenities of a Private Club and hotel services on tap. And the best part? No membership is required.
Offering a home-away-from-home experience, it’ll allow you to feel comfortable no matter how long you’re staying, whether it’s a night, month or even a year.
It’s home to over 200 Club Flats, as well as event spaces, dining rooms and private meeting areas. There are plenty of wellness areas, from the vitality pool to the gym and meditation hub. For dining, expect the all-day street cafe, The Other Kitchen, and a cocktail bar, The Owl and Monkey.
HARRINGTON GARDENS, SOUTH KENSINGTON, SW7 4JW
WWW.OTHERHOUSE.COM
August
Feels Like June
Want somewhere that’s summer all year round? While we can’t promise you sunny rays during all four seasons, this new Californian-inspired dining spot is the ultimate place for brunch and cocktails.
Located in Canary Wharf’s new neighbourhood, Wood Wharf, restaurant Feels Like June is serving up Europe-meets-West Coast flavours. The new destination for brunch, expect the counters to be laden with fresh pastries, pastrami and mustard buns and glazed cinnamon buns, as well as serving up indulgent morning options. Think banana buttermilk pancakes piled with maple syrup, creme fraiche and macadamia nuts; breakfast burritos packed with potato, cheddar cheese, eggs, pico de gallo, avocado and salsa rojo; and more.
Lunch will see small plates and larger dishes, including a twist on the usual US tater tots – it’s filled with a cacio e pepe filling and served with a pecorino aioli – yum.
In the summer months, look to their balmy terrace perfect for sundowner moments and cocktails like the Rhubarb Cosmo and the PB&B made with peanut butter, bourbon, honey liqueur, bitters and orange.
15 WATER STREET, CANARY WHARF, E14 9SB
WWW.FEELSLIKEJUNE.COM
Peggy Jean Barge
Brunch maestros, Daisy Green Collection have opened up a new restaurant this month and it’s docked in Richmond!
Taking over the former Jesus College Boat Race Barge, Peggy Jean has been given a new lease of life complete with Oxford College boat race charm and Aussie beach club vibes.
For the sun lovers, sit atop the barge and soak up the last of the summer under the pink umbrellas and booth seating. Expect dishes to be cooked over an open flame, from fresh calamari to woodfired pizzas, and plenty of sustainably sourced seafood grilled. In true Daisy Green style, you can expect a lot of brunch dishes too, including their award-winning banana bread sarnie.
RIVERSIDE RICHMOND, RICHMOND, TW9 1TH
WWW.DAISYGREENFOOD.COM
Lost Property Office
Looking for a secret drinking den away from the crowds? Introducing Lost Property Office, a brand new cocktail hideaway from the award-winning bartender Rich Woods.
Nodding to the speakeasy era, this new bar can only be accessed through a secret door within BrewDog’s soon-to-open Waterloo venue. Hidden inside expect the intimate space to be filled with dim lighting, dark timber ceilings, cushioned booths and vintage film and music prints lining the walls.
While on the cocktail front, an array of classic and signature cocktails will be available, from the Full Flex, made with bourbon, blended sweet vermouths, cacao butter, ancho chilli and grapefruit oils to Lagerita, a reformed margarita with Hopped Tapatio tequila, clarified lime, blood orange and bergamot topped with a beer cloud and micro flowers.
UNIT G, WATERLOO STATION, 01 THE SIDINGS, LONDON SE1 7BH
WWW.WATERLOOLOSTPROPERTYOFFICE.CO.UK
Mriya
Chelsea’s Mriya is a brand new restaurant from Ukrainian chef Yurii Kovryzhenko and his partner Olga Tsybytovska. Mriya, meaning ‘dream’, will offer Londoners a taste of the country, telling stories through taste and comfort.
Look forward to traditional dishes of borsch with porcini mushrooms and duck; chicken kyiv with mashed new potatoes and green peas; and zucchini pancakes with stracciatella and smoked trout.
BROMPTON ROAD, SW5 9JA
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Granger & Co.
Bringing a sunny slice of Australia to London is Granger & Co. and their brand new opening in Marylebone. Renowned for its communal style dining, the restaurant offers an all-day dining menu, ranging from Aussie breakfast favourites through to delicious light dining options for the evening.
For those looking for a touch of nostalgia, look forward to their neapolitan slice – think layers of sour cherry, chocolate and pistachio ice cream. The ultimate summer treat.
105 MARYLEBONE HIGH STREET, MARYLEBONE, W1U 4RS
WWW.GRANGERANDCO.COM
Sessions
If you like your dining experiences with a side of every cuisine available, you’ll be glad to know that a brand new food market opened up.
Brought to us from the team behind Brighton’s Shelter Hall, this new venue lands on Islington’s Upper Street, and is home to an exciting roster of culinary options from independent restaurants and vendors.
Look forward to modern Korean bites from Tiger and Rabbit; Mediterranean flavours from Big Has; West African ingredients from Zoe’s Ghana Kitchen; and classic cafe grub from Norman’s.
77 UPPER STREET, ISLINGTON, N1 0NU
WWW.SESSIONSMARKET.CO.UK
Mother Clucker
Looking for somewhere a bit more casual, that still serves delicious food? The recently opened Mother Clucker in Islington is the place for you.
Ideally located close to Angel station, the restaurant is a true haven of tasty chicken. Mother Clucker previously toured places as a pop up, with Southbank, Backyard Cinema and Peckham Springs being amongst the stops. Serving up delights like Smoking BBQ chicken burgers, Cluckin Hot wraps and mouthwatering Oreo Ice Cream covered waffles, this is the place to go for seriously good fast food. There’s a vegan menu too, and everything is easy to order and tuck in to. It’s like a cross between Nandos and Five Guys.
30 UPPER STREET, ISLINGTON, N1 0PN
WWW.MOTHERCLUCKER.CO.UK
September
Koyn
A brand new modern Japanese restaurant landed this September. Inspired by the nature-spirited roots and duality of Mount Fuji, Koyn comes from the restaurant group behind Michelin-starred Jamavar, MiMi Mei Pair, Bombay Bustle and Socca.
The restaurant has been designed around Japan’s enigmatic volcano, so you can expect the two-story space to have contrasting areas. MIDORI, the green room, will represent the vegetative life on the snow capped peaks while MAGMA, the charred room, will nod to the active, bubbling volcano.
Executive chef Rhys Cattermoul has created a menu rich with umami flavours and locally sourced produce. The grilled menu highlight will of course be the hojicha-smoked lamb marinated with spicy kuromame miso, hispi cabbage grilled with homemade koji dressing; as well as wagyu ishiyaki, served on a sizzling hot stone with KOYN’s Yakiniku Sauce.
38 GROSVENOR STREET, MAYFAIR, W1K 4AG
WWW.KOYNRESTAURANTS.COM
Alex Dilling at Hotel Café Royal
Launching early this September was Hotel Café Royal’s new venture from renowned chef Alex Dilling.
Having worked under the legacy of Alain Ducasse at Adour in New York, he has been mentored and trained by Didier Elena and Tony Esnault. Since returning to the UK, he joined Helene Darroze as executive corporate chef. Now he brings his expertise to the table at this iconic Regent Street hotel.
This new venue sees Alex add a modern twist to traditional French cuisine. Expect a tasting menu available on Thursday and Fridays, with dishes such as veal shank; wild brill with squid, coco haricot bean and basque chorizo; dry aged beef sirloin for two.
68 REGENT STREET, W1B 4DY
WWW.HOTELCAFEROYAL.COM
Milk Beach
It might not be summer but that isn’t stopping new all-day Australian restaurant, Milk Beach, from bringing the sunny vibes to London. This September saw the restaurant land in Soho, bringing with it stunning interiors, a large outdoor courtyard, cocktails and brunch options to suit every occasion.
Milk Beach offers up that Australian coastal aesthetic we all know and love – think high ceilings, natural light, palm trees and muted-toned accessories.
On the menu front, crafted by Soho executive chef, Darren Leadbeater, expect fresh BBQ-inspired dishes cooked over a large Robata grill. Think Chinese 5-spice BBQ pork rib dumplings; chilli pho go consommé; and koji marinated chicken ‘schnitty’ with chicken salt chips.
UNIT 3, ILONA ROSE HOUSE, MANETTE STREET, SOHO, W1D 4AL
WWW.MILKBEACH.COM
Chotto Matte
This one might not be an opening but it’s a reopening we were super excited about! Soho’s Chotto Matte reopened in style this month after a stellar redesign.
The reimagined restaurant debuts a stylish lounge bar, as well as new menu and cocktail options available to enjoy. Sip into the night on their Tokyo to Lima cocktail menu, before sampling their Nikkei inspired food menu. Menu highlights include yellowtail ‘nikkei sashimi’ with jalapeno, coriander and yuzu truffle soy; wagyu sirloin with truffle teriyaki sauce; and black cod aji miso with chilli miso marinade, yuzu and chives.
11-13 FRITH STREET, SOHO, W1D 4RB
WWW.CHOTTO-MATTE.COM
Sixes Cricket Westfield
Love cricket? Sixes Cricket expanded over to Westfield London this month so all you need to do is grab a bat and see if you have what it takes to beat the global leaderboard.
The aim of the game is simple: eat, drink, and bat in state-of-the-art batting nets available to hire and test out your cricket skills against your friends and family. Who doesn’t love a bit of friendly competition anyway?
To keep you going through your batting session, there are plenty of tasty treats to tuck into, including sharing plates of crispy chicken wings in a sesame and sticky BBQ sauce coating; prawn popcorn with charred limed and kewpie mayo; coronation bubble and squeak pakoras with mango chutney and coronation mayo. As well as pizzas, burgers and moreish loaded fries.
WESTFIELD LONDON, ARIEL WAY, SHEPHERD’S BUSH, W12 7GA
WWW.SIXESCRICKET.COM
Mayha
Mayha is a new Japanese omakase restaurant landing in Marylebone. The two-storey restaurant features an intimate ground floor home to a curved stone counter where guests can interact with the chefs as they busily prepare dishes and tasting menu options, while the lower ground floor will offer a Japanese raw bar and courtyard.
The daily-changing tasting menu is prepared by the chefs, rooted in technique and using what’s currently seasonally available.
43 CHILTERN STREET, MARYLEBONE, W1U 6LS
WWW.MAYHALONDON.COM
Din Tai Fung
Famed for their traditional techniques and popular Selfridges outpost, Din Tai Fung opened at Centre Point this September, allowing more Londoners the chance to tuck into their delicate dumplings.
The Taiwanese restaurant chain brings their famed signature dishes to the table, from pork and vegetable wontons with black vinegar and chilli oil to signature pork chop with egg fried rice; their famous xiao long bao to salted egg yolk custard lava bun.
Centre POINT, 11 ST GILES PASSAGE, WC2H 8AP
WWW.DINTAIFUNG-UK.COM
Speedboat Bar
Whizz on over to Rupert Street’s newest restaurant opening for the speedboat ride of your life. Speedboat Bar is a brand new Thai restaurant from chef Luke Farrell and JKS Restaurant’s launching later this month.
It draws inspiration from the Thai-Chinese restaurants in Bangkok’s Chinatown and the speedboat racing phenomenon over there. Expect a selection of fast wok cookery with roasted meats and zingy seafood salads available.
Only one dessert features on the menu but it’s one you won’t want to miss… Think a candied pineapple and butter pie, a twist on a Thai treat and an ode to the innumerable 7-11 shops that cover the country.
30 RUPERT STREET, W1D 6DL
www.speedboatbar.co.uk
October
Straker’s
You might know him for being the ‘butter guy’ on TikTok, but Thomas Straker has been this year’s hottest chef to look out for. And now he’s opening up his first ever restaurant.
Located on Golborne Road, the restaurant is heavily influenced by the Italian’s approach to cooking and the buzz around the tables in Italy. Expect a mix of snacks, small and larger plates to form the base of the menu, with sharing a top priority of the table. A number of ‘primi’ pasta dishes will feature including pillowy potato gnocchi and ragu, as well as roasted turbot with butter chanterelles and chives.
91 GOLBORNE ROAD, W10 5NL
WWW.STRAKERS.LONDON
Battersea Power Station
Battersea Power Station’s regeneration has been slowly ticking away for the past few years, with restaurants, bars, boutique salons and even a new tube stop opening up to connect the neighbourhood destination with the rest of the city. It’s a buzzy hub that we’ve all grown to love exploring, and it expanded even further on Friday 14th October when the Grade II* listed building opened its doors to the public for the first time in history with an exciting line-up of shopping and dining destinations.
Joining the likes of Wright Brothers, Megan’s, Roti King and Tapas Brindisa will be gourmet kebab specialists, Le Bab; brunch maestros, Where The Pancakes Are; and Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen & Bar.
BATTERSEA POWER STATION
WWW.BATTERSEAPOWERSTATION.CO.UK
The Libertine
Hidden underneath The Royal Exchange lies a brand new dining spot you’ll want to be the first to try.
The Libertine is a brand new 400 capacity venue, made up of a large destination bar, lively drinking and dining corners, main restaurant and two private dining rooms with a secret whiskey vault.
The menu will focus on wholesome seasonal fare, serving from lunch till late – think seafood dishes, dry-aged steaks and snacks for sharing. Don’t miss your chance to sample their drinks Manu, created in partnership with some of the city’s best distilleries, breweries and wine merchants.
1A THE ROYAL EXCHANGE, CORNEAL, EC3V 3LL
WWW.LIBERTINELONDON.CO.UK
Casa Do Frango
Opening up its largest site to date, Casa Do Frango lands on Heddon Street this month, bringing with it a street-level terrace, airy dining room, a quirky drinks bar and two private dining rooms. Spread over two floors, the restaurant will serve up some of the best Southern Portuguese fares in London.
Expect all of Casa Do Frango’s signature dishes to be making an appearance, including the half chicken brushed with a secret piri-piri recipe that’s been perfected over time and influenced by co-founder Marco Mendes’ childhood spent in the Algarve.
Expect other favourites including Iberico pork croquettes; bacalhau fritters; African rice; batatas fritas; and a Montanheira salad.
31-33 HEDDON STREET, W1B 4BN
WWW.CASADOFRANGO.CO.UK
Restaurant St. Barts
The team behind Hackney’s NEST and Fulham’s FENN has launched a brand new restaurant, this time in Smithfield. Restaurant St. Barts focuses on hyper-seasonal produce from the best small-scale farmers and conservationists in the country through a 15-course menu.
The highlight will be on the best of the British Isles, with a refined selection of dishes. An open, wood-fired kitchen will connect the bar to the main dining room, offering everything from red mullet terrine with salted kohlrabi to poached cod with preserved Wiltshire truffle.
63 BARTHOLOMEW CLOSE, EC1A 7BG
WWW.RESTAURANT-STBARTS.CO.UK
St. JOHN Marylebone
Renowned for its brilliant daily-changing menu and nose-to-tail approach, the team at St. JOHN opened a brand new restaurant this month. Located in Marylebone Village, it’s the first opening from the team in over a decade.
The space moves with the day, from mornings filled with pastries to lunches lined with their daily-changing chalkboards. Led by head chef Fintan Sharp, the menu changes daily but you can expect dishes such as onion soup; bone marrow toast; deep fried Welsh rarebit; and middle white chop, chicory and sorrel.
98 MARYLEBONE LANE, MARYLEBONE, W1U 2JE
WWW.STJOHNRESTAURANT.COM
Cycene
Cycene – meaning ‘kitchen’ in Old English – is a brand new restaurant from the Blue Mountain School founders James and Christie Brown. Spread over two floors on a restored townhouse, the space ignites feelings of dining in a private home.
The menu, led by Theo Clench, focuses on a ten-course menu, marrying techniques and influences from his travels across Eastern Asia and Australasia.
Guests can begin their night in the ground floor bar, open to diners only, enjoy cocktails, wines and kombuchas, before heading up to the main restaurant space, where the second course will be served with views of the chefs. Following this, they’ll move up to the first-floor dining room where the remainder of the menu will follow.
9 CHANCE STREET, E2 7JB
WWW.BLUEMOUNTAIN.SCHOOL
Belvedere Restaurant
History will play a significant role in this new restaurant’s opening. With the building dating back to 1638-40 and converted into a restaurant in 1965, this brand-new opening has a lot to live up to. Now reopen, the restaurant’s architecture plays the part, with its roman arches, mullioned windows, and towering ceiling taking centre stage.
The co-founders of Goodman, Burger & Lobster, and Wild Tavern are behind it, with an affordable menu featuring Italian-focused dishes on offer.
HOLLAND PARK, ABBOTSBURY ROAD, W8 6LU
WWW.BELVEDERERESTAURANT.CO.UK
Lucky Voice Soho
This karaoke bar has had a serious makeover, and boy are we excited to see it! From new karaoke rooms to a vibrant, multicoloured pathway, Lucky Voice Soho is certainly made a comeback this October. You can now go grab a refreshing cocktail before singing your heart out to the song of your choice, or maybe a delicious pizza from their top-tier menu.
So if you’re planning to belt out a Mariah Carey song this Christmas with your pals whilst having some savoury delights on the side, Lucky Voice Soho is your guy.
52 POLAND ST, LONDON W1F 7NQ
WWW.LUCKYVOICE.COM
November
Bacchanalia
Brought to life by Caprice Holdings’ chairman Richard Caring and acclaimed interior architect Martin Brudnizki, Bacchanalia is the new restaurant on everyone’s dining wishlist. Step inside the impressive dining room and you are immediately greeted with four giant Damien Hirst statues reminiscent of those found in Greece and Italy.
Keeping with the grandeur theme, expect to find a mesmerising hand-painted ceiling mural and 2,000-year-old Greek and Roman artworks lining the walls. There’s a photo opportunity around every corner, with mural artist Gary Myatt’s floor to ceiling interpretation of ‘Romans In Their Decadence’ taking centre stage.
It’s not just the interiors that are destined to impress with internationally renowned chef Athinagoras Kostakos at the helm. Bacchanalia’s story will be brought to life with a menu inspired by Greek and Italian cuisine. Expect the finest regional and seasonal ingredients on offer, from mountain herbs to artisan cheeses, sun-ripened produce to fresh seafood including crab salad and sea bream carpaccio. Dishes will be finished at the table adding a touch of theatrics to the feast, as well as plenty of sharing dishes such as risotto nero for three and turbot for two. Find out more here.
1 MOUNT STREET, LONDON, W1K 3NA
WWW.BACCHANALIA.CO.UK
Lusin Mayfair
Bringing the vibrant cultures of Eastern Europe and the Levant to London is brand new high-end Armenian restaurant, Lusin Mayfair.
Meaning ‘moon’ in Armenian, this is the first UK outpost by the restaurant group Mira Foods, and offers a selection of recipes and dishes that have been created by two Michelin-star chef Marcel Ravin. Expect dishes such as traditional mutual (smoked aubergine with sesame pasta and yoghurt); Armenian toushka (grilled flatbread stuffed with spicy meat and akawi cheese); kibbeh cooked in marzone yoghurt, served with braised lamb and topped with garlic coriander; and saffron Scottish mussels ragout with broad beans, chickpeas and green peas.
The interiors are just as impressive – think three giant pillars that have handmade carvings with symbols and signs from the ‘tree of life’ and walls featuring Armenian tuff stone sourced from the mountains.
16 HAY HILL, MAYFAIR, W1J 8NY
WWW.LUSINRESTAURANT.COM
Dorothy & Marshall
The long-awaited redevelopment of Bromley Old Town Hall sees a brand new British restaurant land. Dorothy & Marshall is an all-day dining restaurant and bar, focusing on hand-crafted cocktails and locally sourced seasonal ingredients.
Heading up the kitchen will be Ralph Jones who will be adding his innovative twist on classic British staples. Look forward to dishes such as braised beef short rib with Guinness and black treacle, bone marrow mash and red cabbage; baby artichoke and heritage tomatoes with Ragstone’s goats cheese puff pastry tart; and Golden Tate & Lyle treacle tart with raspberries and topped with whipped almond clotted cream.
The space’s redesign is a sight to behold – think soaring ceilings, expansive radius windows and beaming natural light.
BROMLEY OLD TOWN HALL, COURT STREET, BROMLEY, BR1 1AN
WWW.DOROTHYANDMARSHALL.CO.UK
Studio Frantzén at Harrods
Gracing the top of Harrods is a brand new restaurant from acclaimed Swedish chef, Björn Frantzén. The space, seating over 150 diners, will take inspiration from Frantzén’s flagship restaurant in Stockholm, from the music and bespoke tableware to the hand-painted mural that’s been designed to create a harmonious atmosphere.
Open late, the restaurant also features a stunning new rooftop terrace, intimate booths, private dining areas and space at the kitchen for a true front-row seat to the culinary world.
Expect bold flavours and dishes ‘from the fireplace’ – think steak with pine-scented bone marrow and oxtail ponzu; and blistered lobster with curry hollandaise, pomegranate-infused mirin, dried cloudberries, ginger and coriander butter.
HARRODS, 87-135 BROMPTON ROAD, SW1X 7XL
WWW.HARRODS.COM
Maria G’s
Chefs Robin Gill and Aaron Potter opened Maria G’s Fulham just months after the successful launch of their Kensington restaurant of the same name. Inspired by Gill’s time spent working in the south of Italy and his love for the fishing village of Marina Del Cantone, the restaurant features fresh seafood dishes inspired by the Amalfi coast.
Italy is at the heart of this restaurant, but the dishes will be centred around the best British produce available. Expect dishes such as hand drive scallop crudo with green mandarin, chilli and coriander; razor clams dressed in gremolata; citrus cured chalk stream trout; and oysters sourced directly from Connemara, the west coast of Ireland. Big sharing plates of pasta will also feature, from baked lobster orzo with winter tomato, fennel and vault vermouth to spaghetti alla ‘Nerano’, a famous Amalfi pasta dish made with fried courgette and provolone cheese.
UNIT 4, 20 CENTRAL AVENUE, SW6 2QE
WWW.MARIAGS.CO.UK
Lucarelli at Harvey Nichols
Landing at Harvey Nichols this month is Lucarelli, a brand new restaurant from award-winning chef, Aldo Zilli.
Bringing a slice of the Mediterranean to central London, the restaurant focuses on traditional, Italian heritage recipes that fuse ingredients from Stivale and local produce together. You can expect dishes inspired by different Italian regions, from bruschetta and seafood, freshly made pasta and risottos to pizzas topped with the finest delicacies.
HARVEY NICHOLS, 109-125 KNIGHTSBRIDGE, SW1X 7RJ
WWW.HARVEYNICHOLS.COM
Saltie Girl
Hailing from Boston, Saltie Girl brings a slice of the East Coast to London. Created by Kathy Sidell and headed up by chef Kyle McClelland, expect the flavours to be reminiscent of the sea.
Look forward to dishes such as clam chowders, lobster rolls, baked cotuit oysters and smoked Atlantic salmon.
15 N AUDLEY STREET, MAYFAIR, W1K 6WZ
WWW.SALTIEGIRL.COM
hicce hart
From the team behind Coal Drops Yard’s bustling sharing plate restaurant comes hicce hart, a brand new British-style pub.
Located in Islington, this new hicce site echoes its flagship restaurant’s ethos, from delicious British influenced food to serving up craft beers from local brewers and sustainable wines. The female fronted mission – Agustina from hicce will be taking on the general manager role and hicce’s head chef Charlotte will be running the ship – will serve up small plates and sharing menus, and of course, a hearty Sunday roast.
58 PENTON STREET, ISLINGTON, N1 9PZ
WWW.HICCE.CO.UK
Velvet
Corinthia London opened the city’s most highly anticipated new late night bar. Celebrating the love of life, the finer things and the permission to be a little decadent, Velvet features theatrical cocktail making with a modern twist from acclaimed bartender and drinks expert Salvatore Calabrese aka ‘The Maestro’.
Magic will come to play in the new drink menus, featuring a selection of Salvatore’s signatures, 1920s favourites and 2020s new hits. Pair your drinks with a few small bites from their bar menu, from autumn vegetable tempura with fennel seeds and dashi ponzu to spiced crab tartlet with curry and lime.
CORINTHIA LONDON, WHITEHALL, SW1A 2BD
WWW.CORINTHIA.COM
Notto
Think you know pasta, think again. NOTTO is a brand new pasta bar from culinary whizz Phil Howard. The 74-cover restaurant will see executive chef Louis Korovilas at the helm, serving up authentic pasta prepared freshly.
The menu features ingredient-led dishes that celebrate Howard’s long standing career and love of pasta. Affordable, simple and authentic.
199 PICCADILLY, W1J 9HA
WWW.NOTTOPASTABAR.COM
Bruno’s
Looking for a new cocktail haunt? Bruno’s is a brand new cocktail bar inspired by London and New York’s finest drinking dens. Created by the brothers behind Caravel, this new canal-side bar serves up playful drinks and nostalgic snacks inspired by their childhood memories.
The warmly-lit lounge boasts velvet armchairs, bar counter seating and two stunning marble tables perfect for larger groups and celebrations.
The menu features drinks such as the Peach Drop, a blend of vodka, lemon juice, peach syrup, egg whites and burnt sugar; and the Cookout, a smoky mix of mezcal, barbecued lemon juice and orgeat. While small plates of saucisson, soppressata and cheeses will be served on lunch style trays.
172 SHEPHERDESS WALK, N1 7JL
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King’s House
New drinking and dining space, King’s House, has landed in Chelsea. The space, designed by DesignLSM, blends style and substance, from dark wooden features and red banquette seating to a black-painted bar that directly contrasts the white marble tops, pale walls and antique mirrors.
Head outside and you’ll find a stunning 96-cover outdoor space that’ll be perfect come spring-summer time. We can already picture the balmy nights and catch-ups with friends.
The food has been created by Dhruv Baker and Ben Floyd, featuring dishes such as whole grilled daily caught fish with butter beans and chorizo; toulouse cassoulet; and a delicious Sunday roast come the weekend.
541 KING’S ROAD, SW6 2EB
WWW.KINGSHOUSECHELSEA.CO.UK
Bantof
Bantof is the latest in November’s newest dining and drinking hotspots, with swanky interiors and a delectable menu to match. Situated in the heart of Soho, this modern, yet sophisticated fine-dining restaurant is not one to miss.
With a mouth-watering menu crafted by London’s youngest Michelin-starred chef, indulge in a sea bream tartare or share a platter of rainbow mini burgers, with a side of sweet potato fries. Finish it all off with a delightful dessert of chocolat tart with strawberries or pistachio with berries.
31 GREAT WINDMILL ST, LONDON W1D 7LW
WWW.BANTOF.COM
Dishoom Canary Wharf
Famed for its breakfast naan rolls, tender chicken tikka and industrial-esque interiors, Dishoom is set to open its ninth restaurant in Canary Wharf this month.
Every Dishoom restaurant is inspired by some scene from history, and this riverside outpost is set to be no different. This new restaurant takes influences from the 1970s Bombay financial scene and all of its (clean and shady) characters. It’s a time when big money was made (and often lost), plots were uncovered, and dreams were dreamed (and broken), so expect plenty of glitz and glamour as this metropolitan scene is brought to life through the 350-cover restaurant interiors.
On the food front, expect an array of new dishes from their Chef-wallas and tempting drinks from their Daru-wallas, as well as some old-time menu favourites too.
13 WATER STREET, CANARY WHARF, E14 5GX
WWW.DISHOOM.COM
December
Shiro
From the team behind Aqua Shard and Hutong comes a brand-new Japanese restaurant inspired by the buzzy dining culture of Tokyo’s Ginza.
Shiro is headed up by chef Ken Miyake and will specialise in authentic Tokyo cuisine and techniques. Hero dishes include crystal sushi, layers of infused jelly laid on top of each sushi piece; grilled tiger prawns; and ramen set menus.
Spread over two floors, the interiors are heavily influenced by both the Japanese appreciation of nature and the precision of craft, with a textured and monochromatic scheme. The restaurant will also boast an outdoor terrace, perfect for summer dining.
BROADGATE CIRCLE, 100 LIVERPOOL STREET, EC2M 2RH
WWW.SHIROSUSHI.CO.UK
Florattica
For the best rooftop seat this Christmas, look to Florattica, a new east London haunt with views stretching across St Paul’s, Canary Wharf and the Thames.
Inside the rooftop bar will boast floral installations inspired by east London’s textile industry and the silk-woven floral patterns created by local 17th-century French Hugernots.
On the drinks front, the cocktail menu has been devised by head mixologist Serena Carrino, previously of Nightjar. Look forward to tipples such as Alma, a herby glass made with Casamigos Blanco, hibiscus amores espadin, ancho reyes, lavender syrup and citrus; and a sweet and sour tipple Inca, made from El Gobernador, Maraschino, marigold syrup, lemongrass air and citrus.
Wanting something to soak up the booze? There’ll be a selection of small plates, including salmore tartare with chilli mayonnaise; a traditional lobster roll with crème fraîche, lemon oil and chives; and a charcuterie board with capocollo, speck, bresola and salmae finocchiona to share.
LEVEL 11, CANOPY BY HILTON LONDON CITY, 11-15 MINORIES, EC3N 1AX
WWW.FLORATTICALONDON.CO.UK
bar kroketa
Heading to Carnaby this December is Bar Kroketa, a brand-new Spanish-inspired bar from the team behind Tapas Brindisa.
Opening just off Kingly Court, the postage stamp-sized space will bring the spirit of Spanish bar culture alive through traditional drinks and croqueta’s taking centre stage on their menu.
Expect an informal affair, home to blackboard menus lining the walls and stool-side seating at the bar. As well as the signature croquetas, there’ll be a daily changing menu of small dishes, from sobrasada and goat’s curd with honey to a crab and aioli toastie.
21 BEAK STREET, CARNABY, W1F 9RR
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Tozi Grand Cafe
Opening up at Battersea Power Station is London’s first art’otel. Officially launching in February 2023, the hotel will welcome first stays from this month.
From 12th December 2022, treat yourself to a stay at the hotel and sample the delights of all-day café and restaurant TOZI Grand Cafe, a new Italian restaurant inspired by the classic elegance of Europe’s Grand Cafes.
Expect dishes such as aubergine parmigiana; lobster linguine with garlic and chilli; whole gilthead sea bream with lemon, dill and tomato; and veal Milanese with marinated tomatoes and rocket.
3A ELECTRIC BOULEVARD, SW11 8BJ
WWW.TOZIGRANDCAFE.CO.UK
Ikoyi
Having earnt itself two Michelin stars earlier this year, Ikoyi is relocating to a bigger site at 180 The Strand this month.
The restaurant will continue to focus its spice-based cuisine around British micro-seasonality, from sustainable line-caught fish to age-native beef.
The space has been designed to allow them to “fully express [its] interpretation of seasonality through bold heat and intensify the techniques [it has] worked on for the past five years.”
180 STRAND, TEMPLE, WC2R 1EA
WWW.IKOYILONDON.COM