The Great Northern Hotel and Plum + Spilt Milk at King’s Cross
King’s Cross in London has undergone quite a transformation in recent years. The area has seen significant regeneration and with King’s Cross St Pancras offering train links to the likes of Edinburgh, Paris and Brussels, this is one of the main arrival points for visitors to the city. The luxury traveller is well-catered for by […]
Date night at Boisdale of Belgravia
If you are in search of something a little bit different for ‘date night’, look no further than one of the Boisdale ventures. With venues in Belgravia, Bishopsgate and Canary Wharf, this lively Scottish jazz bar is one of London’s best kept secrets. We first discovered Boisdale of Belgravia over a year ago and have […]
A Country Brunch at The Admiral Codrington
By EMILY BENNION Tucked away on a quiet back street just off the Kings Road is a hidden gem, The Admiral Codrington. It might take a little finding but if you take the time to discover it you will be rewarded with a wonderful pub and award winning restaurant. The Admiral Codrington has long been […]
Canela: Covent Garden’s Portuguese Gem
By ADIL AZIM Canela in Covent Garden has recently reopened its doors following an extensive refurbishment and rebirth as an elegant and understated Portuguese restaurant and wine bar. I had eaten at Canela in its previous incarnation as a Portuguese/Brazilian cafe – a realisation which only dawned on me as I was shown to my […]
London’s Oldest French restaurant, L’Escargot, offers chic solace in busy Soho
By ANTONY NEWTON and LAURA TOOGOOD Negotiating the busy streets of Soho on a Friday or Saturday night in search of a sophisticated restaurant is not always an easy task. Raucous pubs and crowds eager to catch a West End performance mean the streets are often packed with Londoners and visitors to the city who […]
An authentic Chinese dining experience at Royal China
By LAURA TOOGOOD I must admit that I rarely opt for a Chinese restaurant when I go out for dinner. This is largely due to some bad experiences in the past, where the food has been overly filling, oily and fatty. However, this style of cuisine is hugely popular with many of my friends and […]
‘Live at The Ritz’: A magnificent dinner dance experience
By LAURA TOOGOOD, supported by ANTONY NEWTON Dining at The Ritz London has been on my bucket list for a while. The Ritz always reminds me of when I first moved to London and set about exploring the city. I was strolling down Piccadilly one sunny afternoon and passed the grand building that hosts the […]
Dram and Smoke: Enjoy a taste of Scotland at London’s top Scottish pop up
By CAT GRAY Last Friday, my friend and I visited a steel yard in Vauxhall to experience a taste of our homeland, at Scottish pop up restaurant Dram and Smoke. The steel yard is used as normal during the week, with the Dram and Smoke team moving in at the weekend to serve up a […]
The Noodle House: Jumeirah’s bustling new London restaurant
By LAURA TOOGOOD After a very busy evening filming the London Fashion Collections show for Sloaney TV, Sarah Bacon and I had certainly worked up an appetite. Seeing as we both love pan-Asian cuisine and also like to the make the most of a menu, it was the perfect opportunity to sample some of the […]
The Jam Tree launches The Loft
By EMILY BENNION I recently visited the new bar and restaurant space at The Jam Tree, which is aptly named The Loft. The Jam Tree is a popular and well established restaurant and cocktail bar on the Kings Road, which also has a brand in Clapham Old Town. To cater for the busy weekends they […]
The ‘Edible Garden’ Afternoon Tea at InterContinental London Westminster
May has arrived and that means the RHS Chelsea Flower Show is fast approaching. The annual event will welcome a host of visitors later this month and it is one of the most popular soirees to feature in The Sloaney’s British Summer Social Season Guide. While visitors to the show will be able to admire […]
The award-winning Nipa Thai impresses
By ANTONY NEWTON and LAURA TOOGOOD Overlooking Hyde Park and incorporated into the Lancaster London Hotel is Nipa Thai. Nipa Thai is part of an elite group of restaurants to have received the “Thai Select” award from the Thai government. Considering we are both huge fans of this cuisine, we were naturally excited to try […]
Fat Sam’s Grand Slam at The Goat offers a great night of entertainment
By KATIE ANN LAMB | Social Correspondent One of my favourite foods is Pizza, nothing hits the spot like a good Pizza; yet it is remarkable how many people get it wrong! So when I was invited to experience “Fat Sam’s Grand Slam” and dinner at The Goat on Fulham Road, I jumped at the opportunity. […]
The ‘Year of the Horse’ menu at the Chinese Cricket Club
By JAMES HASKELL When I was asked to review ‘The Year of the Horse’ special menu at the Chinese Cricket Club in London, I literally had no idea what to expect. This is largely because I don’t instantly put cricket and China together. However, I embraced the opportunity and was joined on the evening by […]
Fall in love with the Food and Mood at L’Avenue in Marrakech
By LAURA TOOGOOD During my recent visit to Marrakech for our travel pages, I dined at a fabulous restaurant called L’Avenue. I have to say, this is one of the best places that I have ever eaten and the team provide guests with a gourmet sensation. The venue, food, wine and ambience exceeded all expectations […]
Pretentious Pizza at Hunter 486 in The Arch London
When we heard about the Pretentious Pizza menu that is currently available at The Arch London, we simply had to pay a visit to this upmarket hotel. Everyone loves a pizza night and the selection of toppings available at The Arch London adds an extra special touch to the occasion. Delicacies such as lobster, scallops […]
Sunday Champagne Brunch at the Hyatt Regency London
We were definitely in the mood for a lazy Sunday earlier this month when we visited the Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill for brunch. However, it wasn’t just any lazy Sunday and it wasn’t just any brunch. Far from it; we walked across Hyde Park in glorious sunshine and arrived at Portman Square for […]
California vs France: Reenact the Judgement of Paris at The Vineyard
By LAURA TOOGOOD It is not often that a menu really catches my attention but when I came across the ‘Judgement Menu’, my eyes widened with excitement. This fine-dining experience is offered at The Vineyard, which is a luxury five star hotel that boasts a distinctive American feel. It champions Californian wine and celebrates the actual […]
Award-winning Afternoon Tea at the Manor House in Castle Combe
Sarah Bacon visits a chocolate box Cotswold village to indulge her sweet tooth… Whether you’re looking to escape for a quiet weekend in the Cotswolds, experience Michelin starred fine dining near Bath or play an award-winning golf course in the Wiltshire countryside, The Manor House Hotel in Castle Combe is your perfect luxury country house getaway. For […]
Refuel with the Moroccan breakfast at Mo’Cafe
Momo has launched a delicious new breakfast menu to welcome 2014. Whether you are looking for somewhere a little different to host a business meeting or simply want to enjoy a tasty brunch before hitting the sales, the menu is sure to stand you in good stead for the day ahead. We love Momo here […]
The magical Eric Lanlard Festive Afternoon Tea at Jumeirah Carlton Tower
If you are planning some last minute Christmas Shopping this weekend in London or even a trip to Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park between now and New Year, we have discovered a truly scrumptious addition to your festive plans. The Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel in Knightsbridge has partnered with top chef, Eric Lanlard to […]
Sophisticated and festive Christmas drinks at The Hyatt Churchill
The Hyatt Regency Churchill sits proudly on Portman Square and is one of London’s finest hotels. This month, the luxury venue has a particularly special atmosphere as it embraces the festive season with finesse. Impressive fireplaces, a selection of Winter Warmer cocktails, artistic Christmas decorations and bright white lights draped over the trees outside make […]
Enjoy a traditional British pub experience at Red House in Chelsea
The Sloaney team love a good pub meal. As winter arrives, there is nothing better than spending Saturday lunchtime or evening in your favourite local, next to a warm fire and enjoying hearty British food. Although winter may not have fully arrived, it was certainly a cold and miserable day when we visited Red House […]
Adil Azim enjoys exquisite New Nordic cuisine at Höst in Copenhagen
BY ADIL AZIM In an inspiring show of spontaneity, thirteen friends and I descended upon Copenhagen for a weekend of music, food and general debauchery. As we all trickled in to the gorgeous city at different times with varying plans for the weekend, we all agreed on the need for everyone to share at least […]
The refined St James’s Hotel and Club offers a delicious Gluten-Free Afternoon Tea Menu
A Gluten Free diet and Afternoon Tea do not typically go hand in hand; that is until now. If you long to enjoy the cakes, scones and sandwiches that feature in such a traditional dining experience, the plush St James’s Hotel and Club has answered your prayers by launching a Gluten Free Afternoon Tea Menu. […]
Dining at The Delaunay will bring out the Fraulein in you
By NATASHA EDDERY If you are a regular reader of The Sloaney, then you probably already know that I am a bit of a foodie. Of course, like every woman, I do watch my figure, but there is nothing like indulging and one place that has been on my hit list is The Delaunay on […]
Attention London sale shoppers! King’s Road and The Botanist are calling…
If you are tackling the post-Christmas sales in London, you simply must venture to one of The Sloaney’s favourite shopping districts, the King’s Road in Chelsea. Not only is there a great selection of stores, but Sloane Square is home to our much-loved social haunt, The Botanist. A favourite of local residents and visiting shoppers […]
