Locanda Locatelli (8 Seymour Street, W1, London) — With its simple yet sophisticated decor, Locanda Locatelli (which has a Michelin star) serves what can probably be described as Italian ‘Soul Food’. Guests can sip their vodka martinis and Italian wines at the bar whilst waiting to be seated. A plethora of mouth-watering meals including authentic […]
Le Pont de la Tour (36d Shad Thames, London) — Le Pont de la Tour combines traditional yet innovative French cuisine, an award-winning wine list, knowledgeable and friendly staff and thoughtful design that evokes the Parisian chic of the 1930s. The restaurant interior recreates the feel of a dining room in an ocean liner and […]
Kitchen W8 (11-13 Abingdon Road, London) – this restaurant, awarded a Michelin Star in 2011, offers a menu that combines a modern English style with a French Soul. Dishes range from Fricassée Girolles with Hand Rolled Parsley Farfalle, Grelot Onions, Artichokes and Tomatoes; to Caramelised Fillet and Raviolo of Pata Negra Pork with Ruby Grapefruit, […]
Flemings Grill (Flemings Mayfair Hotel, Half Moon Street, Mayfair, London) — Flemings Mayfair is a luxury boutique hotel situated in one of central London’s most exclusive neighborhoods in the heart of fashionable Mayfair. The distinctive style, relaxed ambience and personal, friendly service make The Grill at Flemings an ideal choice for intimate dining. The cuisine […]
Constancia (52 Tanner Street, Southwark, London) — Constancia is a family-run Argentine Grill restaurant serving a vast array of dishes (from its signature steaks to choripan – Argentina sausage rolls, empanadas) and full bodied wines. It is in the heart of Bermondsey, once London’s tannery and leather district, that Constancia makes its home.
China Tang (The Dorchester, Park Lane, W1, London) — launched by Sir David Tang, the founder of China Clubs in Hong Kong, Peking, and Singapore, as well as the life-style brand, “Shanghai Tang”, China Tang aims to define the best of classical Cantonese food. The decoration of China Tang will evoke a romantic sense of […]
Bonds Restaurant & Bar (5 Threadneedle Street, London) – Bonds Restaurant & Bar sits at the very heart of Threadneedles and provides a fresh approach to modern British & European cuisine. Head Chef, Stephen Smith’s career began in the kitchens of London, working his way up the ladder at renowned restaurants including Quaglinos, Rhodes in […]
Žlica i vilica (Kneza Mislava 13, 10000 Zagreb) – the name of this restaurant, which is Croatian for “spoon & fork”, is an upscale Italian-style bistro which serves both local and Italian dishes. It also has a respectable wine list, and welcomes both romantic couples and groups of friends.
Zinfandel’s (Regent Esplanade Hotel, Mimanoviceva 1, Zagreb) – for those who want to splurge, this upscale restaurant, located within one of Zagreb’s finer hotels, is well- regarded as the country’s best. Widely-tipped for long-overdue Michelin recognition when Croatia enters the guide, Zinfandel’s offers a fresh and witty interpretation of the country’s traditional cuisine. Innovative cuisine […]
Tratoria Al Pittor (Bogovićeva 3, Zagreb) — this restaurant is named after a local artist who provided it with wall paintings and other artwork to promote this venue. An array of local and international dishes is served there, including creamy juha od raštike (collard soup), hand-made ravioli with garlic, and the cod served with grilled […]