Food and Drink
Whats On Our Radar This Month
From exciting new openings to product launches you’ll want to add to basket these are the fifteen things on The Sybarites radar in April.
Ask anyone who lives in the UK, and they’ll surely tell you there is no shortage of exciting openings, launches and events taking place each month — the trouble is usually hearing about them. From a hot, new restaurant opening to a newly-launched wellness product to add to your wishlist, consider The Sybarite your luxury barometer when it comes to the noteworthy newcomers each and every...
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Top Table: Sparrow Italia
Sparrow Italia, tucked away on W1’s Avery Row, is by no means a newcomer to the Mayfair culinary scene, but occupying a three-story Georgian townhouse on this quiet mews it is imbued with an air of discreet exclusivity and ‘if you know, you know’.
Eight Restaurants On Our Radar For 2025
There's no shortage of dining options in a city like London. From delicious, neighbourhood eateries to well-known institutes, there are plenty of hot-ticket venues to discover night after night. Whether you're seeking a high-energy adventure or a cosy corner booth, there's something to suit every kind of mood. Each year, The Sybarite compiles our list of the most noteworthy restaurants to book... discover the 2025 iteration below.
Top Table: Il Gattopardo
Inspired by 1960s Italy, Il Gattopardo opened on Mayfair’s glittering Albemarle Street 18 months ago and has garnered much attention since. As part of the hospitality group that boasts well-loved gems such as COYA, Amazónica and Bare des Prés, expectations were high and this relative newcomer more than delivers in terms of both cuisine and aesthetic.
Six Of The Souths Best Whiskey Bars
Whiskey's historical roots run deep in southern parts of the USA. From Tennessee and Kentucky to Virginia and South Carolina, there are time-honoured distilling traditions and legacies to be found in each. For those visiting, be they whiskey aficionados or not, a distillery visit ranks high on the bucket list. From lowkey, local drinking holes to grander affairs, The Sybarite has curated a list of must-visit whiskey bars in the south.
Meet The Chef: The Woman Behind Louie
Located in a historic 19th-century townhouse, Louie is known for serving New Orleans-inspired cuisine with a heady blend of Spanish and Caribbean influences. At its helm is Geanina Rugina, an experienced executive chef whose résumé includes the likes of Gordon Ramsay Group and D&D London. With a seasonally-changing menu and delicious, fresh flavours delivered consistently, Louie has certainly made its mark on the London food scene. Below, The Sybarite speaks to Geanina about the women who have inspired her, the unique dynamics of Louie and her advice for budding chefs.
Whisky and Chocolate: The Perfect Pairing
House of Hazelwood creates sublime whisky, and they asked an award-winning Chocolatier from the Highlands, Mr Iain Burnett, to create a bespoke chocolate pairing for four of the distillery's rarest whiskies.