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Review of London Landmarks Afternoon Tea at The Kensington

Says Benjamin Buckley, Food and Beverage Manager at The Kensington, the 5-star boutique hotel located in London’s desirable South Kensington neighbourhood. Situated on a tree-lined boulevard, the hotel is also home to the recently refurbished Town House restaurant. With its interconnecting drawing rooms, hidden whisky bar, and chrome chandeliers, Town House at The Kensington provides a quiet refuge away from the city’s busy streets. After hearing about the success of Town House’s “Tale As Old As Time” afternoon tea that brought characters from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast to life, I was excited to have the chance to try out their new offering which celebrates the city I know and love.he new London Landmarks Afternoon Tea takes guests on a tour of the capital’s most recognisable structures through decadent little bites. We started our adventure with a glass of champagne and made our tea choices. I went for the Malawi Spearmint which promised a smooth, well-rounded infusion made from gentle leaves grown on the Shire Highlands of Malawi. Soon, we were provided with our menu: a beautifully-illustrated map detailing all the landmarks we would soon be visiting on our culinary tour.

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Review of Burns Night - Dinner at Wiltons

Ownership of the restaurant has passed through many hands but perhaps the most influential was, surprisingly, a British merchant banker. Mr Hambro purchased the restaurant after a bomb detonated nearby whilst he was dining there - adding the restaurant to the end of his dinner bill! The restaurant's new owner employed Jimmy Marks - as the new oysterman - who established Wiltons as the acclaimed institution it is today.

Review of Vegetarian Dining in Mayfair: A Review of Franco’s

It isn’t common to find restaurants in London that provide an entirely separate vegetarian menu, and it is even harder to do so in the neighbourhoods of Mayfair and St. James where oysters and prime rib options dominate restaurant menus. Franco’s Head Chef Stefano Turconi noticed the trend in plant-based diets and the increase in requests from his customers who were in need of vegetarian and vegan options.  “I personally love meat and fish, however, in advance of creating this new and exciting menu, I chose to adopt a plant-based lifestyle for three months, where I was able to really appreciate and understand what vegans enjoy eating. In doing so, this really inspired me to develop our new vegan-vegetarian menu at Franco’s where we are able to offer a wide range of dishes,” he says.

The Ultimate Guide to New Year’s Day Brunch in London

Spending New Year’s Day in London may not be as popular as the fireworks and champagne show from the eve before, but we can’t think of a better way to start 2023 than to keep the celebration going with a delicious, hearty—and yes, boozy—brunch. From bottomless cocktails to lobster benedict, we’ve found the best places in town for you to keep the party going and celebrate #BloodyMaryDay to the fullest.

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A Sustainable Christmas Dinner: The Whole Turkey vs. The...

For many, Christmas dinner is synonymous with turkey. The Sybarite was invited by luxury turkey brand KellyBronze to attend a masterclass conducted by their Managing Director Paul Kelly. The event was held at the Jamie Oliver HQ by Holloway Road and Jamie himself was present to welcome the guests, talk about the great relationship he has with Paul and KellyBronze, and why we should care about the impact that food waste has on our environment.

Featuring Behind London’s Most Eccentric Venues: Meet Charlie Gilkes

Operating some of the most eclectic, mysterious and fun venues across the city, such as Bunga Bunga, Barts, Cahoots and Mr Fogg’s, Inception Group was founded in 2009 and continues to grow with each new opening, bucking the current market trend which has seen many notable bars and restaurants close their doors for good. The Sybarite sat down with co-founder Charlie Gilkes to chat about how and why Inception Group has found its success.

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Where to Spend Thanksgiving in London

Thanksgiving is a tradition that began as a harvest festival in the 1600s. Though not a national holiday in the UK, it isn’t uncommon to find Londoners gathering around a table come late November to give thanks, be merry, and of course, enjoy a sumptuous spread of hearty autumnal dishes. Whether you’re an American transplant searching for a taste of home, or simply have a craving for a perfectly-bronzed turkey with all the trimmings, we’ve rounded up the top restaurants in London to get into the Thanksgiving spirit.