Prague Strahov Monastery Library & Theological Hall
Famous for its it's magnificent library, The Strahov is the second-oldest monastery in Prague, tucked away on top of a hill not far from Prague Castle. Founded in the 12th-century by Vladislav II, the...
View ArticleThe Franz Kafka Museum & John Lennon Wall
The unique space of the Herget Brickworks in Prague's Lesser Quarter on the banks of the Vltava River is home to the Franz Kafka Museum whose exhibitions offers insight into the world of the...
View ArticleConvent of St Agnes of Bohemia & Charles IV Exhibit
St Agnes of Bohemia Convent is one of the most famous and significant convents in Bohemia and one of the oldest Gothic buildings in Prague. Founded in 1231 by Agnes of Bohemia, the sister of King...
View ArticleTheo Randall Italian Cuisine at The Intercontinental
One of London’s best Italian restaurants, Theo Randall is also one of the most famous chefs in England. Inspired by the trattorias and wood-fired pizzas of his childhood trips to Italy, Randall...
View ArticleLondon's Borough Market & Fish! Seafood Restaurant
London's oldest and most famous food market, Borough Market is a gourmand's delight with a mouthwatering range of fresh food stalls under its Dickensian wrought-iron roof. Known in its heyday as...
View ArticleWright Brothers Soho: From Sea to Plate
One of my favourite seafood restaurants in London to indulge in oysters, whelks, winkles and razor clams, Wright Brothers relaunched their Soho restaurant since our last visit, with a major redesign of...
View ArticleTerroir Wine Bar: A Hidden Gem in the Heart London
If you could dream up the perfect wine bar then this would probably be it: an atmospheric little place tucked away on a small street between the Strand and Covent Garden in the heart of London's West...
View ArticleSaturday Lunch at The Wolseley on Piccadilly
Modelled on the grand cafés of Vienna, Milan and Paris, there are few places that can match The Wolseley for sheer elegance. Originally a 1920s car showroom, it was built on such an extravagant scale...
View ArticleA Cena: Northern Italian Cuisine in East Twickenham
A favourite neighbourhood restaurant in Twickenham since opening in 2001, Tim Healy and Camilla Kennedy started A Cena out of a passion to serve high quality simple Italian food set in an elegant but...
View ArticleColbert: French-Style Brasserie on Sloane Square
Inspired by the great boulevard cafés of Paris, Colbert is a charming and informal neighbourhood rendez-vous in the heart of Sloane Square. The latest offering from Chris Corbin and Jeremy King, the...
View ArticleCauliflower, Potato & Green Pea Matar Dal
Yellow split peas — or matar dal— are not the most frequently used legume in Indian dal curries, but their rich, earthy taste and hearty, chewy texture balances beautifully in this delicious low fat...
View ArticleWild Mushroom Risotto with Shaved Black Truffles
A classic dish of Northern Italy, there is nothing more heartwarming than a lovingly prepared Risotto con Funghi. Rich, aromatic and intensely full flavoured, this sensational Wild Mushroom Risotto...
View ArticleMomofuku Daishō: The Umami of Korean Fusion
Located on the third floor of the spectacular Momofuku glass cube complex adjacent to the luxury Shangri-La Hotel, Daishō specializes in shared plates and large format family-style feasts. Of all...
View ArticleLocale Mercatto on Bay: Getting Back to Basics
Located on Bay Street in the heart of the Financial District, Locale Mercatto, is the newest venue from owners Jack and Domenic Scarangella of Toronto’s popular Mercatto Italian-inspired restaurants....
View ArticleSpaghetti Bolognese: The Ultimate Comfort Food
One of the ultimate comfort foods, Spaghetti Bolognese is like an old reliable friend who shows up just when you need a big warm hug. Bolognese sauce, known as Ragù alla Bolognese in Italy, is a...
View ArticleLeek and Potato Soup with Cream & Dill
Of all the classic winter soups, Leek and Potato is one of the most rich and satisfying, the perfect antidote to the season's colder weather. Simple and delicious, this heartwarming soup is taken up a...
View ArticleSpinach & Ricotta Ravioli with Sautéed Mushrooms
Homemade ravioli are delicate and flavourful showstoppers that lend themselves beautifully to a combination of seasonal fillings. Surprisingly easy to make, these little pillows are filled with a...
View ArticleIndonesian Beef Short Rib Rendang with Coconut Rice
This extravagantly rich and fragrant, dry-braised beef curry is a signature dish of the Minangkabau highlands of West Sumatra in Indonesia, and is also popular throughout Southeast Asia, from Thailand...
View ArticleTheo Randall's Winter Minestrone
Theo Randall's passion for good food developed from childhood holidays spent driving through rural Italy, and his cooking remains inspired predominantly by the Italian regional cuisine he enjoyed as a...
View ArticleThai Green Curry with Chicken in Coconut Milk
I was first introduced to Thai Green Curry Chicken at 'Young Thailand', a wonderful Thai restaurant in Toronto run by Wandee Young, who is credited with opening the first Thai restaurant in Canada in...
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