3 must-visit restaurants

Top dining spots to try this month

Just opened Linden Stores, Cheshire

Wine expert Laura Christie (co-founder of Oklava) and husband Chris Boustead have reopened their Islington wine bar and bistro in the canalside village of Audlem. Scarborough-born chef Chris takes inspiration from hearty Yorkshire cooking to create seasonal twists such as bubble and squeak croquettes with Bovril mayo, braised short rib with celeriac purée and Yorkshire parkin. Laura has curated a list of unique, great-value wines to drink on site or at home. lindenstores.co.uk

Revisiting

Rudy’s Vegan Diner, London

This sleek American-style restaurant serves vegan versions of classic diner food, from the ultimate burger stacked high with plant-based toppings, to seitan reuben sandwiches and creamy banana and Biscoff shakes. Inside, you’ll find glossy retro fittings, with black leather stools, plush yellow booths and chequered tile flooring. Plus, there’s an all-vegan butcher in the back, offering seitan or soya-based cold ‘meats’ for customers to enjoy at home. rudysvegan.com

Opening soon Apricity, London

In March, Chantelle Nicholson is set to open an innovative, socially conscious restaurant in the heart of Mayfair. The veg-focussed menu will showcase sustainable produce to create zerowaste dishes such as Cornish mackerel and Shetland mussels with sambal butter and pickled pear, and venison with elderberry and walnut butter. Low-intervention wines from English vineyards and zero-waste cocktails will sit alongside a tasting menu dedicated to British veg. apricityrestaurant.com