Goldies

 Golden goodie

BBQ corns

Located in the vibrant Kingly Court of Soho, Goldie offers a unique, wood-fired twist on dining that’s captivating London’s food enthusiasts. Known for its cozy, relaxed atmosphere and an emphasis on flame-grilled flavors, Goldie’s menu brings together fresh, seasonal ingredients with bold, rich tastes that elevate each dish. The open kitchen space allows diners to witness all the open fire actions, spreading an extremely inviting smoky aroma around the dining room. The menu is short, with around 20 dishes, mostly grilled or deep-fried.

Wild Flowers

Impactful Mediterranean flavours

Cuttlefish & octopus fideua

Nestled within Newson's Yard, just off Pimlico Road, Wildflowers offers a contemporary Mediterranean dining experience in the heart of west London. Since its launch, the restaurant has been visited by many high-profile British chefs, given that it is run by Aaron Potter, the former head chef of the Michelin-starred restaurant Elystan Street. It branded itself as a Mediterranean-lead restaurant with an international twist, and everything was cooked on charcoal, which sounded very interesting. 

Morchella

Innovative Mediterranean charm

Salt cod churros

London's food scene is ever-evolving, and it takes something truly special for a restaurant to stand out. Morchella, a relatively new gem in the city's bustling culinary landscape, has been quietly making waves with its innovative menu and warm atmosphere. Morchella offers a dining experience that's all about Mediterranean cuisine with a British touch, and highly seasonal. You would find Southern French, Spanish, Italian and Greek essences among the food offerings. The interesting thing about Morchella is it doesn't have a service charge as is factored into the price of the food.

The Cocochine

Bespoke tasting menu

Otoro, foie, caviar

This is my second visit to The Cocochine. Located in the heart of Mayfair, The Cocochine offers a sophisticated dining experience that effortlessly blends the vibrant flavors of Classic French food with the refined elegance of its Mayfair location. From the moment you step inside, the restaurant’s chic, modern, and club vibe décor greets you, setting the stage for a culinary delight. Chef  Larry Jayasekara champions the finest ingredients he can get hold of, from fatty tuna from Japan to top-of-the-range chicken from France. Given I have sampled a lot of dishes from its ALC format. I have requested the restaurant to come up with a bespoke tasting menu for my second visit.

Niju

 Katei Ryori Sundays

Sasahmi

Nestled in the heart of Mayfair, Niju brings an elegant blend of traditional Japanese cuisine and modern sophistication to London’s culinary scene. I visited in Autumn, and I was delighted with its food offering overall, especially in the seafood department. Since then, Niji has come up with a Sunday lunch menu aimed at sharing, pricing at £65 with a selection of cold dishes for starters, grilled meat for the main and a dessert. It is more or less the greatest hit of its regular ALC menu but at a much more reasonable price.

Nanyang Blossom

Blossoming into something special

White tuna and caviar

Nestled in the prestigious Knightsbridge district of London, Nanyang Blossom brings the vibrant culinary heritage of Southeast Asia to life. Chef-owner Darren Liew has a wealth of experience in high-end Asian cuisine in the UK, his approach is all about beautifully blending traditional Asian elements with a modern lens to provide something fresh, interesting yet comforting. What I enjoy about this place is that you can offer a budget, then Darren would come up with a bespoke menu to suit your taste, and that is what I opted for my 5th visit.