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Away on business and hungry for something new? Try one of these relaxed, convivial restaurants
LONDON FRENCHIE COVENT GARDEN
Frenchie Covent Garden is the first London outpost from Michelinstar chef Gregory Marchand of Frenchie Rue du Nil, FTG, Frenchie Wine Bar and the Frenchie Caviste, all located on the Rue du Nil in Paris. Launched in February 2016 to critical acclaim, the restaurant serves internationally influenced dishes, inspired by Gregory’s travels, in a relaxed yet elegant setting. The restaurant serves both an à la carte and five-course tasting menu, as well as a set menu for both lunch and pre-theatre dining.
▪ 16 Henrietta Street, London WC2E 8QH
+44 (0)20 7836 4422 office@frenchie coventgarden.com frenchiecovent garden.com
LONDON SUMOSAN TWIGA
Sumosan Twiga, launched in November 2016 in west London’s smart Knightsbridge neighbourhood, is an exciting combination of the much-loved Sumosan brand in partnership with Flavio Briatore’s Twiga. Set across three floors, the venue has a restaurant and cocktail bar in an elegant dining space which combines subtle references of contemporary Japanese and classic Italian design. With its winning formula of Venetian-inspired Italian dishes, paired with Sumosan’s contemporary Japanese cuisine, Sumosan Twiga has a truly unique presence in the London restaurant scene.
Sumosan Twiga offers an outstanding culinary match where east meets west. An Italian menu serves handmade pasta, meat, seafood and Italian dishes using the finest ingredients. A wide selection of revisited classics include veal Milanese, homemade strozzapreti with lamb ragout and Dover sole.
The Japanese kitchen’s contemporary menu features Sumosan classics such as new-style sashimi, salmon rice pizza, truffle hamachi tiradito, a classic black miso cod and the restaurant’s signature lobster salad. ▪ 165 Sloane Street, Belgravia, London SW1X 9QB +44 (0)20 3096 0222 reservations@sumosantwiga.com sumosantwigalondon.com
LONDON ISABEL
Isabel is an all-day restaurant and bar in the heart of Mayfair. The imaginative food and drink menu derives from the essence and traditions of South American cuisines with Mediterranean influences.
Expect octopus a la parrilla, whole shellfish on the robata grill, beef in the Argentine asado style, house-made breads charred to order and chorizo dulce to snack on. Dishes are accompanied by lively salads and light pastas made in-house, giving the menu a truly transporting quality of travelling without moving. A dulce de leche fondant – a Latin American sweetened milk favourite – is a standout dessert.
▪ 26 Albemarle Street, Mayfair, London W1S 4HY
+44 (0)20 3096 9292 reservations@isabelw1.london isabelw1.london
LONDON KASPAR’S AT THE SAVOY
Provenance takes prominence within Kaspar’s at The Savoy with menus that showcase contemporary seasonal dishes from land and sea, capturing the vibrancy of the natural landscape. The restaurant’s dining experience evolves throughout the day, with informal lunches moving into elegant dinners, and a sense of theatre running through the service style that perfectly emulates the vibrant art deco-inspired setting. Champagne and seafood are served at a striking centrepiece bar with chefs stepping out of the kitchen for an interactive dining experience. ▪ Strand, London WC2E 0EU +44 (0)20 7420 2111 savoy@fairmont.com thesavoylondon. com/restaurant/ kaspars-atthe-savoyrestaurant/
DUBLIN PEARL
Located right in Dublin’s Georgian city centre next door to the famous five-star Merrion Hotel, Pearl has catered for lovers of fine dining for the past 19 years. French and Asian fusion is the norm. The pigeon Rossini or bluefin tuna ponzu is still a staple on the menu, but it is the €80 six-course surprise tasting menu that will demonstrate Pearl’s culinary legacy. ▪ 20 Merrion Street Upper, Dublin 2, Ireland, D02 XH98 +00 353 1 661 3572 info@pearlbrasserie.com pearl-brasserie.com
GLASGOW
The Battlefield Rest has been trading for the past 25 years under the same ownership. As an established institution in Glasgow, it offers quality, consistency and service delivered by loyal and dedicated staff. From the very first day it opened, head chef Marino and manager Antonio have been the pillars of this iconic and unique restaurant. ”You come in as a customer and leave as a friend. This sums up what we are about,” says Marco.
▪ 55 Battlefield Road, Glasgow G42 9JL
+44 (0)141 636 6955 battlefieldrest@hotmail.com battlefieldrest.co.uk
HAMBURG 100/200 KITCHEN
Experience authentic flavours, pure gastronomy and the exhilaration of a homely kitchen.
This place is a restaurant and kitchen in one. Dishes come with interesting behind-thescenes stories from farmers. It’s a warm place to share tastes and thoughts amidst the surrounding noise of the kitchen. Welcome to the German seasons, prepared by chef Thomas Imbusch.
▪ Brandshofer Deich 68, Hamburg, 20539 mail@100200.kitchen 100200.kitchen