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London food
fromCN Traveller
11 hours ago

Why Leith is the most exciting foodie destination in the UK right now

Leith has transformed from a strategic port to a vibrant neighborhood known for its exceptional dining scene.
Dining
fromThe Atlantic
15 hours ago

The Atlantic's May Cover: Caity Weaver Finds the Best Free Restaurant Bread in America

The quest to find the best free restaurant bread in America involved extensive research and personal tasting experiences across various locations.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Boston.com readers share the best seafood restaurants in Maine

Boston.com readers prefer local seafood spots over TravelMag's list, with The Clam Shack being the most favored.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

Jamie Oliver's Foolproof Trick To Removing Tricky Eggshell Pieces From Your Dish - Tasting Table

Chef Jamie Oliver offers a simple method to remove eggshell fragments using the shell itself instead of fingers.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Dining across the divide: We both agreed Brexit was a disaster - but disagreed about who was responsible for that'

Graham and Katherine share differing views on Brexit and its consequences, highlighting personal experiences and political affiliations.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

Instantly Elevate Cinnamon Rolls With An Unexpected Cheesy Addition - Tasting Table

Cheddar cheese can enhance the flavor of cinnamon rolls by adding a savory-sweet contrast.
fromTasting Table
4 days ago

West Virginia's 7 Best Steakhouses - Tasting Table

A truly great steakhouse isn't just about the steak. We'd argue that the best steakhouses in the country are ones that put as much thought and effort into the drinks, cocktails, and sides as the meat, and that's one place where Prime 44 West shines.
Silicon Valley food
Wine
fromTravel + Leisure
5 days ago

This European Country Is the Ultimate Whisky Destination-Here's How to Explore it

Scotland is the premier destination for whisky, renowned for its unique flavors shaped by local landscapes and traditions.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Fish and chip lovers told to completely avoid eating UK cod amid population crisis

UK-caught cod populations are declining, prompting conservationists to recommend alternatives like European hake or haddock.
fromLondon On The Inside
13 hours ago

A Transatlantic-Inspired Bistro Is Coming to Belgravia

Head Chef Joshua Conte's all-day menu is set to include dishes like NYC fried chicken & caviar, AVI Caesar salad, and black brioche lobster roll, showcasing a blend of modern French and elevated American classics.
fromLondon Unattached
6 days ago

INTER ALIA Review

Rosamund Pike's portrayal of Judge Jessica Parks is a high-energy performance, showcasing her ability to balance the demands of the law with her personal life. The character embodies the struggle of women who must navigate multiple roles, often sacrificing their autonomy for the needs of others.
Law
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

Tartar Sauce Isn't The Only Way To Eat Crab Cakes - Here's What Maryland Locals Use Instead - Tasting Table

Many Marylanders boasted of serving their crab cakes with yellow mustard, with one user stating, 'growing up it was always fried crab cakes with saltine crackers and yellow mustard.'
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

12 Iconic Maine Eats Everyone Should Try Once - Tasting Table

Maine is known for its fresh seafood, specifically lobster, and has many other foods native to its culinary culture that are unbreakably tied to the state.
East Bay food
Dining
fromConde Nast Traveler
4 days ago

The Irish Chef Creating a New Hospitality Culture in Edinburgh

Norah is a successful restaurant in Edinburgh, emphasizing good cooking and hospitality inspired by the owner's grandmother.
Cooking
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Meera Sodha's recipe for noodles with rose beancurd, spring greens and egg | Meera Sodha recipes

Rose red beancurd enhances noodle dishes with a char siu flavor, creating exciting culinary possibilities.
Boston food
fromTasting Table
4 days ago

Where To Find The Best Seafood Boil In Boston, According To A Local - Tasting Table

Holly Crab in Boston offers unique Cajun seafood boils, blending Southern and Vietnamese influences, and has gained recognition for its exceptional flavors.
fromTODAY.com
5 days ago

Maggie Baird Is Writing a Recipe Book for Kids Billie Eilish and Finneas With 'Things They Grew up With'

I'm trying to share stories with them, but they're also all veganized recipes, whether they came historically through the family or they're things they grew up with.
Everyday cooking
London food
fromCN Traveller
11 hours ago

This underrated archipelago is the UK's best-kept secret

The Isles of Scilly offer unique experiences with beautiful landscapes, diverse islands, and a timeless charm, making them a perfect getaway.
Dining
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

'We're years ahead of anyone' - leading figures in gastronomy bite back at Rory McIlroy after comments about Irish food

Golfer Rory McIlroy faced criticism for comments about Irish cuisine at the Masters Champions Dinner.
fromLondon On The Inside
1 day ago

Bianca's Review | "Stoke Newington's New Neighbourhood Star"

Bianca's is rooted in the osteria tradition and Adolfo's Italian heritage but takes a more global and instinctive approach to the menu.
London food
Madrid food
fromCN Traveller
3 weeks ago

Britain is obsessed with Basque cooking right now

Basque cuisine is thriving in the UK, with numerous restaurants showcasing its delights and gaining recognition.
#british-cuisine
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
London food

Simpson's-in-the-Strand, London WC2: A rollicking list of cosy British joys' restaurant review | Grace Dent on restaurants

London food
fromLondon On The Inside
1 week ago

Roast to Reinvention | Inside London's British Food Renaissance

London's chefs are innovating British cuisine by reinterpreting traditional dishes and incorporating local ingredients into new dining experiences.
London food
fromwww.london-unattached.com
2 months ago

Best of British Restaurants in London

British cuisine combines excellent local ingredients, simple preparations, and strong traditions despite a damaged reputation caused by wartime rationing and mid-20th-century scarcity.
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Simpson's-in-the-Strand, London WC2: A rollicking list of cosy British joys' restaurant review | Grace Dent on restaurants

Simpson's-in-the-Strand offers a nostalgic dining experience with a menu of classic British dishes in a historic setting.
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Gentleman's Relish is toast after its maker axes the pungent anchovy spread

Simpson's in the Strand has created its own version of Gentleman's Relish after its discontinuation, gaining popularity among customers.
London food
fromLondon On The Inside
1 week ago

Roast to Reinvention | Inside London's British Food Renaissance

London's chefs are innovating British cuisine by reinterpreting traditional dishes and incorporating local ingredients into new dining experiences.
London food
fromwww.london-unattached.com
2 months ago

Best of British Restaurants in London

British cuisine combines excellent local ingredients, simple preparations, and strong traditions despite a damaged reputation caused by wartime rationing and mid-20th-century scarcity.
fromLondon On The Inside
4 days ago

Get Mash Up | The Best Fusion Food in London

Fusion food has historically had a bit of a bad rap, with overly gimmicky dishes and unnecessary combinations turning diners off. However, when you drill down into what fusion actually is - blending together flavours, ingredients and techniques from different cuisines - it's something that a lot of chefs are doing all the time.
Environment
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Woke scientists call for Brits to ditch the scampi and chips

Bottom trawling for scampi releases trapped carbon from ocean sediment, threatening climate stability and marine ecosystems.
London food
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

The 17 greatest bakeries in London, according to Good Food

London's top bakehouses include Layla Bakery, The Dusty Knuckle, and Chatsworth Bakehouse, known for their unique baked goods and popularity.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Even Mary Berry Approves Of This Store-Bought Baking Shortcut - Tasting Table

Mary Berry, a baking expert, prefers buying puff pastry instead of making it due to its complexity and time consumption.
Food & drink
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Truly vile': the UK's 25 best (and worst) novelty hot cross buns tested!

Hot cross buns are now available in various non-traditional flavors, often appearing in stores as early as January.
London food
fromLondon Unattached
4 days ago

Native Lobster Rolls at Faber, Hammersmith, London - Review

Faber restaurant in London offers a sustainable Lobster Lunch Club featuring freshly caught lobster from the Llŷn Peninsula in Wales.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Pollock and chips? Chippies face closure unless we eat cheaper fish, says owner

Fish and chip shop owners warn that rising cod prices threaten traditional chippies' survival, urging customers to accept cheaper fish alternatives like pollock to keep businesses viable.
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

From soups and greens to roots, how to survive the hungry gap'

Spring brings vibrant blooms but a scarcity of fresh produce at farmers' markets, leading to the 'hungry gap' before summer crops arrive.
SF food
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Why You Don't See Fish And Chips Wrapped In Newspaper Anymore - Tasting Table

Fish and chips were traditionally wrapped in newspaper, which transferred toxic ink to food until EU regulations banned the practice in 1976 due to health and safety concerns.
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

Jamie Oliver Would Make This Nostalgic Dish His Last Meal - Tasting Table

Jamie Oliver's last meal would be one of his mother's roast dinners, featuring a chunk of beef or lamb or chicken, with all the trimmings and homemade sauces.
Everyday cooking
London food
fromElite Traveler
4 days ago

Farm-to-Glass Drinks Are the Lake District's Best-Kept Secret

The Lake District is renowned for its landscapes and has the most Michelin stars outside London, with L'Enclume showcasing local produce.
Cooking
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Mother's Day UK recipes: three delicious ideas to make for your mum from Ravinder Bhogal

A lemon and elderflower drizzle cake baked in a bundt tin makes an impressive Mother's Day gift, combining simple ingredients with elegant presentation.
London food
fromBon Appetit
5 days ago

Inside Hong Kong's Ever-Evolving Eateries

Cha chaan tengs are essential to Hong Kong's dining culture, gaining global attention while maintaining their down-to-earth spirit.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Campaign seeks 50 objects to take the heat' out of Englishness debate

A new campaign is aiming to collect 50 objects that sum up Englishness in an effort to move the conversation away from reductive arguments over whether to hang a St George's flag or not. Supported by the Green party politician Caroline Lucas, the musician and campaigner Billy Bragg, and Kojo Koram, a law professor, the A Very English Chat campaign hopes to tackle England's growing social divisions and political polarisation.
UK politics
London food
fromTime Out London
5 days ago

This central London hotel is launching an 'afternoon cheese' experience

Brassiere Max introduces 'Afternoon Cheese' featuring British cheeses from Neal's Yard Dairy, transforming traditional afternoon tea into a savory experience.
London food
fromTime Out London
5 days ago

This Shoreditch wine bar will soon serve Britain's greatest toasties

Nekter in East London is collaborating with Michelin-starred chefs to create gourmet toasted sandwiches paired with low-intervention wines.
London food
fromLondon On The Inside
5 days ago

The Sea, The Sea Is Opening a New Bistro and Fish Shop

The Sea, The Sea is expanding with a new bistro and fish shop across Pavilion Road, featuring a larger retail offering and an evening seafood bar.
fromTime Out London
6 days ago

This beloved London restaurant on a boat has been forced to close

Caravel and Studio Kitchen have been forced to close our doors with immediate effect. We will provide an update as soon as the details are allowed to be made public. Thank you and sorry.
London food
fromLondon On The Inside
6 days ago

This New Dalston Bakery Is All About Lebanese Manoushe

Edami specializes in manoushe, traditional flatbreads baked fresh and topped to order, with a menu that includes classics such as zaatar and akkawi jibneh.
London food
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

10 Irish Desserts Everyone Needs To Try At Least Once - Tasting Table

Irish desserts are, in one word, resourceful. They have to be; in a nation that grappled for centuries with conflict, famine, and outright war, luxurious ingredients were not accessible to most people. Instead, the Irish turned to local ingredients like sea moss, apples, and an impressive array of dairy products to satisfy their cravings for something sweet.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Brits Once Loved This Dessert So Much They Bought 25 Miles Worth Of It Monthly - Tasting Table

This family favorite is as simple as it's iconic - sponge cake rolled over vanilla ice cream, with a layer of raspberry jam between the two. Think Swiss roll, but from the frozen aisle. The dessert became so popular that more than 25 miles of Arctic Roll were sold per month during the 1980s.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

For A Better Fish And Chips Experience, Choose This Beer Pairing - Tasting Table

Fish and chips is about as iconic as you can get for pub fare. It's a perfect harmony of tender, subtly sweet and briny cod with a crisp, buttery coating; plus, salty, starchy fries. The only thing a classic fish and chips meal is missing is a good beer. After all, it's a standard order in pubs, where many guests are already enjoying pints - and that's not to mention that many chefs actually batter the fish in beer.
Beer
fromCN Traveller
1 week ago

Where the Chefs Eat: Aktar Islam's favourite restaurants in the UK

Oudh 1722 is set to be as sensational as its bigger sibling up in Birmingham, but with a unique focus on the Awadhi cuisine of northern India.
London food
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

The UK's Taste in Bacon is Changing

Nitrites are generally used as a preservative in bacon and other processed foods, and the U.K.'s Food Standards Agency published a report last fall on the health risks of consuming nitrites. As Dr. James Cooper, the agency's Deputy Director of Food Policy, stated, '[W]hile nitrates and nitrites can form compounds called nitrosamines, many of which are carcinogenic, the link to serious health problems like cancer in humans remains inconclusive.'
Food & drink
Music
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The British Staple Meal That Barry Manilow Enjoys Eating On The Road - Tasting Table

Barry Manilow has been sighted on UK tours enjoying traditional fish and chips and posing for photos with fans at country pubs.
#pub-culture
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Where the magic really happens': the influencers out to celebrate and save Britain's proper boozers'

Social media accounts dedicated to pubs are helping struggling establishments survive by providing exposure and attracting customers during a period of significant pub closures.
#uk-restaurants
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 weeks ago
London food

The Best New Restaurants in the UK

The UK's top new restaurants showcase diverse global flavors and emphasize simplicity and fun in dining experiences.
London food
fromCN Traveller
3 weeks ago

The UK's Top New Restaurants 2026: the winners revealed

The UK's best new restaurants showcase diverse global flavors and emphasize simplicity and fun in dining experiences.
London food
fromCN Traveller
3 weeks ago

The UK's Top New Restaurants 2026: the winners revealed

The UK's best new restaurants showcase diverse global flavors and emphasize simplicity and fun in dining experiences.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Here is a political lesson progressives need to learn, and fast: British pubs are crucial | Simon Jenkins

Cut child benefit for families with more than two children and redirect savings to subsidise pubs and lower hospitality taxes amid accelerating pub closures.
London food
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Kebabs and chicken korma fall out of Just Eat's top 10 takeaways

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, while Just Eat reveals changing British takeaway preferences influenced by social media and wellness trends.
fromEater
2 months ago

British Food Is Here

There is an art to a proper meat pie, according to the Seattle chef and butcher Kevin Smith. The American pot pie frustrates him because it lets the pot do the heavy lifting. "The real way of doing it, for me, is to make a freestanding pie," Smith says. The pastry should hold itself up, a technique cooks in England have honed over centuries. "That is so much more theatrical."
Food & drink
Cooking
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The Wartime Comfort Food Is Still Frugal, Delicious, And Perfect For Winter - Tasting Table

Homity pie is a wartime British vegetable-and-cheese open-faced pie born of rationing, hearty, versatile, revived by vegetarian movements and adaptable to modern ingredients.
London food
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

One of west London's last pie and mash shops could be forced to close

Cockney's pie and mash shop in Notting Hill faces closure as landlord seeks to double annual rent from £31,500 to £64,000, threatening a three-decade family business.
fromCN Traveller
3 years ago

A ranking: the best Cornish pasties in Cornwall

Its origins lie in the county's mining past, where it was devised as a complete, portable meal. The crimp acted as a handle, and some pasties were even made with different fillings at each end, offering both savoury and sweet in a single bake. Debate over the perfect pasty remains lively, but the classic combination of beef, potato, onion and swede is still the benchmark, and for many, still the one to beat.
Food & drink
#welsh-cuisine
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

Before Protein Bowls, Britain Had This Old-School Lunch Dish - Tasting Table

The ploughman's lunch is a cold, versatile British meal of cheese, cured meats, bread, pickles and accompaniments that has regained popularity via social media.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

How to make a clootie dumpling recipe | Felicity Cloake's Masterclass

Clootie dumpling is, let's face it, a much better name than spotted dick, but if you were fond of the latter at school, you'll probably enjoy this very similar, classic Scottish steamed pudding. Not too sweet and, thanks to the apple and carrot, lighter than it sounds, this is a proper winter dessert and the perfect end to a Burns supper, especially when served with custard or ice-cream.
Cooking
Food & drink
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

The best restaurants in Belfast: 10 brilliant spots for a refuel

Belfast offers a diverse, award-recognised dining scene rooted in agricultural heritage and waterfront seafood, featuring standout venues like Capparelli and EDŌ.
Food & drink
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We want to make jacket potatoes sexy again!': how the humble spud became a fast food sensation

The jacket potato has experienced a social-media-fueled renaissance, becoming a viral, high-demand street-food trend in the UK.
fromEater LA
2 months ago

Inside Los Angeles's British Food Invasion

Natasha Price and Tatiana Ettensberger never really imagined being "the British restaurant" in Los Angeles. Three months after opening their neighborhood bistro-cafe in Los Feliz, the childhood friends-turned-business partners are the grateful, extremely busy owners of one of the city's hardest-to-get-into new restaurants. During evening service, would-be diners arrive right before 5 p.m. in hopes of scoring one of the tables held for walk-ins, while online reservations - released every two weeks at midnight - are snatched up almost instantly.
Food & drink
London food
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Fish and chip shops 'under pressure' as Iran war oil surge hits costs

Rising oil prices from Middle East tensions threaten to increase operating costs for UK fish and chip shops, which operate on tight margins and rely heavily on energy-intensive frying operations.
London food
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Why You Might Want To Think Twice About Ordering This Iconic British Dish At Irish Pubs - Tasting Table

Fish and chips should be avoided at Irish-style pubs in the U.S. because they serve frozen, pre-battered fish and frozen fries instead of the fresh, quality ingredients found at dedicated Irish chippers.
Food & drink
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

I'm Not Calling You Uncultured, But If You Can't Pass This American Food Quiz...Well

Name as many American foods and regional specialties as possible without using online searches.
Food & drink
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The pub that changed me: We'd walk home with kebab sauce dribbling down our chins'

Pubs served as personal landmarks for varied experiences, and student life centered on a local pub, late-night drinking strategies, and profitable pub-quiz teamwork.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The Classic Comfort Food You Should Skip At An Irish Pub, And What To Get Instead - Tasting Table

Authentic Irish stew uses lamb or mutton rather than beef; beef stew reflects English influence while cows were historically valued for dairy.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

This Old-Fashioned Seafood Breakfast Has All But Disappeared - But It's Not Gone For Good - Tasting Table

Poached kippers are a traditional British breakfast made from fatty, cold-smoked herring, offering rich smoky umami flavor and traditionally simmered briefly in water.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

Once-Popular Parsnips Didn't Fail As A Vegetable - They're Just Easy To Ruin - Tasting Table

Parsnips' signature sweet, nutty flavor comes from their cold-weather cultivation. That subterranean freeze is what converts the roots' starches into sugars as the veggie grows underground. This is also why spring-harvested parsnips tend to be sweetest, although parsnips can be harvested during the fall and winter months, too. Fall- and winter-harvested parsnips feature a firmer texture and earthier, subtly bitter tasting profile.
Food & drink
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The pie and mash crisis: can the original fast food be saved?

The pavement along Barking Road in Plaistow is a blur through the front windows and deserted, and there are only two customers in the shop. Another sign this one on the counter says CASH ONLY. Card machine companies often tell proprietor Nathan Jacobi that he's missing out by not catering to customers who favour cashless transactions. They're the ones missing out, he says. Cos they ain't getting pie and mash.
London food
London food
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

How London Fell in Love With Spice Bags and Laverbread

London's restaurants pair global diversity with growing regional British and Celtic specificity, showcasing Scottish and Welsh dishes alongside classic and modern British fare.
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