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Ex-Launceston Place chef Ben Murphy has opened in Fitzrovia - we went to check out his new place:
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Test Driving 74 Charlotte Street, a grown up affair for Ben Murphy in Fitzrovia
Chef Ben Murphy settles down with a more refined offering in a restaurant that's really rather beautiful in an understated way.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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We have five copies of this great new restaurant cookbook to give away:
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Win a copy of ORDER UP! cookbook, with recipes from 20 of London’s most celebrated restaurants, cafes and bakeries
ORDER UP! is a brand new cookbook and guide by Square, bringing together 20 of London’s most celebrated restaurants, cafes and bakeries, all in support of the hospitality industry. We're giving Hot…
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November 13, 2025 at 11:42 AM
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Closed by a fire for two years, Maggie Jones has finally returned:
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Maggie Jones is back in Kensington, having being closed due to a fire for two years
Maggie Jones has finally reopened in Kensington.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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The new Plaza Khao Gaeng is nearly upon us - here's what's going to be on the menu:
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Plaza Khao Gaeng is opening in Borough Yards, bringing some of London's spiciest dishes
London’s second outlet of Plaza Khao Gaeng is joining the ever-expanding dining options at Borough Yards.
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November 13, 2025 at 9:40 AM
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It's that time of year when terraces get VERY alpine:
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London's best winter alfresco - covered terraces, rooftops & more
London has long had a winter alfresco scene with covered terraces and heated gardens perfect for eating and drinking through the colder months. Here’s our pick
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November 13, 2025 at 8:39 AM
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Opening today, the Thai restaurant had a big hit in Borough Market and now Khao Bird have launched their permanent Soho restaurant:
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Thai restaurant Khao Bird goes permanent in Soho, opening in an ex adult cinema
Thai restaurant Khao Bird have chosen the most Soho location possible to open in.
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November 12, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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A second Soul Mama is on the way to Stratford:
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YolanDa Brown's Soul Mama is opening in Westfield Stratford
YolanDa Brown's Soul Mama in Stratford has proved to be a big hit - so much so that she's opening a second Soul Mama in the area.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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No Drama is coming back! This time in a new permanent Shepherd's Bush location:
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The Bush Tavern is opening as the new home of No Drama Burgers
New Shepherd's Bush pub The Bush Tavern will feature food by No Drama and beer from Birdhouse Brewery.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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This week, you can get 25% off food at this new Covent Garden Korean BBQ restaurant:
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Get 25% off food at new Covent Garden Korean BBQ restaurant SOOM
Bringing a refined approach to Korean BBQ, SOOM has arrived on St Martin's Lane, where each table features a built-in electric grill. So you can cook high-quality meats and seasonal vegetables at the…
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November 12, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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A second Cloth is on the way and it's taking over what was Simpson's Tavern in the City:
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November 12, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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We have an opening date for Hawksmoor St Pancras, and they're planning roast dinners all week long:
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Hawksmoor St Pancras sees the steakhouse taking over The Midland Grand space, and adding the Martini Bar.
Hawksmoor's eighth restaurant in London is in a very impressive room in King's Cross.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:44 AM
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December marks the end of a chapter for FKABAM:
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FKABAM (aka Black Axe Mangal) is closing but it's not completely the end for the Islington restaurant
After 10 years, Lee and Kate Tiernan, have announced that it's the end of the road for FKABAM (Formerly Known As Black Axe Mangal). Sort of.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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No Drama Burgers ahve lined up their new West London home:
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The Bush Tavern is opening as the new home of No Drama Burgers
New Shepherd's Bush pub The Bush Tavern will feature food by No Drama and beer from Birdhouse Brewery.
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November 11, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Thinking about doing some shopping? Make sure to have this guide handy:
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The best restaurants and places to eat near Oxford Street while shopping
Great restaurants, cafes, food halls and more places to eat close to Oxford Street when you can't shop a moment longer.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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There's a new tardis-like pub in Dalston with a great menu to boot. We take a look at The Black Eel and Riley's:
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November 11, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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Here's how to get 50% off food at a new Japanese chophouse with Mediterranean influences in Shoreditch:
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Get 50% off food at new Shoreditch restaurant 45 Curtain Road
Be the first to try new Shoreditch spot 45 Curtain Road, a lively combo of Japanese chophouse and Mediterranean influences, saving 50% off the a la carte menu.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:41 PM
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Thinking of celebrating Thanksgiving in London this year? Here's where you can do just that:
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The best London restaurants for Thanksgiving 2025
Where to celebrate Thanksgiving in London 2025
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November 11, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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New reader offer - here's how to get 50% off breakfast at Gallio, in both Canary Wharf and Fitzrovia:
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Enjoy 50% off the new breakfast menu at Gallio
Try the brand new breakfast menu at Mediterranean spot Gallio and save 50% on your food bill.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:51 AM
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A new modern Italian restaurant is taking over the space that used to be Chick n Sours:
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Dalston's getting a modern Italian called HOAX with a secret late night cocktail bar
HOAX is being billed as a modern Italian restaurant with a 'secret' downstairs bar
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November 11, 2025 at 10:10 AM
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The team-up between Crisp Pizza and The Devonshire launches today. Here's your first look inside:
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Crisp Pizza open The Marlborough pub in Mayfair with a little help from The Devonshire - here's a first look
The Marlborough is now run by the team behind Crisp Pizza in Hammersmith (with a little help from The Devonshire's team).
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November 10, 2025 at 8:34 AM
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Opening next to the Mandarin Oriental, a new high-end French restaurant is coming to Mayfair this month:
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Mazarine in Mayfair sees an ex-LPM chef taking coastal French cooking to Hanover Square
French restaurants have been a booming business in 2026 and the latest to join that trend is Mazarine.
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November 7, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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Prepare for December and make sure you have a month full of food and drink to hand, including caviar every day:
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The best food and drink Advent calendars for Christmas 2025
We've rounded the best food and drink Advent calendars for Christmas 2025 that should suit the food folk in your lives (or be a great present for yourself).
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November 7, 2025 at 3:44 PM
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We take a trip to the National Gallery to try an afternoon tea at Ochre:
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Trying the Winter Scene afternoon tea at Ochre , a treat too good to leave to the tourists
There's a new seasonal afternoon tea at the National Gallery's restaurant, Ochre. We headed to Trafalgar Square to try it out.
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November 7, 2025 at 1:16 PM
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It's never too early to plan ahead - here's where you can book for lunch on Christmas Day itself:
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The best restaurants open on Christmas Day in London 2025
Here are the best restaurants and pubs that are opening in London on Christmas Day, 25 December 2025
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November 7, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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A new Korean BBQ, where you grill at the table, has arrived in Covent Garden. And here's how you can get 25% off food:
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Get 25% off food at new Covent Garden Korean BBQ restaurant SOOM
Bringing a refined approach to Korean BBQ, SOOM has arrived on St Martin's Lane, where each table features a built-in electric grill. So you can cook high-quality meats and seasonal vegetables at the…
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November 7, 2025 at 11:16 AM