Maggie's - Henley Regatta
The 80's themed bar has temporarily set up shop at the 3/4mile mark on the river bank at Henley
Get yourself down there.
Saturday, 30 June 2012
Friday, 29 June 2012
Thursday, 28 June 2012
La Bodega Negra
La Bodega Negra has been talked about continuously since is opening and so it was about time I got myself together and booked a table. From the moment you walk through the 'sex shop' entrance you feel like your in for a treat and that is exactly what you get.
The dark, mysterious basement restaurant doesn't lend itself to big groups and it is hard to have a conversation without shouting at each other over the table however with our waitress's infectious enthusiasm for the menu this was quickly forgotten.
In a group of 4, we decided to share one large main and 4/5 smaller dishes and sides. The Pork Belly (main), served with white beans and salsa verde melted in our mouths and was complemented well with our side of Potatoes and Mole Negro (a favourite among my friends). Note that it is far too large for one person to eat to themselves and I can guarantee food envy would have set in as soon as other peoples dishes arrive. The Prawn Jicama and Chorizo and Roast Squash Taco's came next, which when ordering make sure you decide on more than 1 each as we did, they will devoured in one, very large, mouthful which is just not enough.
Then came the Salmon Ceviche which felt, didn't contribute too to our meal however my companions strongly disagreed. This may have been however because my attention had been turn to the two unexpected triumphs of the evening that had just arrived on our table; The grilled corn coated with chipotle sauce and cheese, and the Guadalajara salad with caramelised pecans, pines nuts and pomegranate seeds. These two dishes would compliment any combination of choices from the menu and simultaneously cool (the salad) and spice up (the corn) your taste buds.
With never ending rounds of delicious Hibiscus Margaritas coming to our table, maybe Tuesday night wasn't the night to go; however you are guaranteed fantastic food and an electric atmosphere any night of the week. There is no question as to why La Bodega Negra has become so popular.
9, Old Compton Street London, W1D 6JF
http://labodeganegra.com
Booking is essential.
The dark, mysterious basement restaurant doesn't lend itself to big groups and it is hard to have a conversation without shouting at each other over the table however with our waitress's infectious enthusiasm for the menu this was quickly forgotten.
In a group of 4, we decided to share one large main and 4/5 smaller dishes and sides. The Pork Belly (main), served with white beans and salsa verde melted in our mouths and was complemented well with our side of Potatoes and Mole Negro (a favourite among my friends). Note that it is far too large for one person to eat to themselves and I can guarantee food envy would have set in as soon as other peoples dishes arrive. The Prawn Jicama and Chorizo and Roast Squash Taco's came next, which when ordering make sure you decide on more than 1 each as we did, they will devoured in one, very large, mouthful which is just not enough.
Then came the Salmon Ceviche which felt, didn't contribute too to our meal however my companions strongly disagreed. This may have been however because my attention had been turn to the two unexpected triumphs of the evening that had just arrived on our table; The grilled corn coated with chipotle sauce and cheese, and the Guadalajara salad with caramelised pecans, pines nuts and pomegranate seeds. These two dishes would compliment any combination of choices from the menu and simultaneously cool (the salad) and spice up (the corn) your taste buds.
With never ending rounds of delicious Hibiscus Margaritas coming to our table, maybe Tuesday night wasn't the night to go; however you are guaranteed fantastic food and an electric atmosphere any night of the week. There is no question as to why La Bodega Negra has become so popular.
9, Old Compton Street London, W1D 6JF
http://labodeganegra.com
Booking is essential.
Today Kate Likes...
A Walk On Part - The Fall of New Labour
The Arts Theatre, London
'Exhilarating.... excellently performed' Guardian
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Tuesday, 26 June 2012
Duck and Waffle
So the end of last week came the announcement of a new 24 hour eatery, that will join (just above) Sushisamba up The Heron Tower .
They will be open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with an eclectic mix of food depending on what time you are there. Breakfast will be served for the early birds in the city to include: Foie Gras 'All Day Breakfast' with homemade nutella and jam, fresh brioche, pork dust and rice crispies and their namesake Duck and Waffle with fried duck egg and mustard maple syrup.
However if you bright eyed and bushy tailed between 2am and 6am, the menu will include dishes such as Roasted Galloway veal Marrow Bones with ox Cheek Marmalade, picked girolles and parsley.
Do not fear though, an All Day Menu will be served EVERY HOUR of EVERY DAY too.
Opening August
Reservations from 22nd June
40th Floor, Heron Tower, 110 Bishopgate, London, EC2N 4AY
Twitter: @duckandwaffle
http://duckandwaffle.com/
They will be open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with an eclectic mix of food depending on what time you are there. Breakfast will be served for the early birds in the city to include: Foie Gras 'All Day Breakfast' with homemade nutella and jam, fresh brioche, pork dust and rice crispies and their namesake Duck and Waffle with fried duck egg and mustard maple syrup.
However if you bright eyed and bushy tailed between 2am and 6am, the menu will include dishes such as Roasted Galloway veal Marrow Bones with ox Cheek Marmalade, picked girolles and parsley.
Do not fear though, an All Day Menu will be served EVERY HOUR of EVERY DAY too.
Opening August
Reservations from 22nd June
40th Floor, Heron Tower, 110 Bishopgate, London, EC2N 4AY
Twitter: @duckandwaffle
http://duckandwaffle.com/
Today Kate Likes...
That with in a delivery from Monsoon Fushion, you get a free copy of Grazia.
Makes online shopping, oh so much sweeter!
Monday, 25 June 2012
Bubbledogs
With the growing pursuit for simplicity husband and wife team, James Knappett (Noma, Ledbury) and wife Sandia Chang (The Berkeley, Noma) have hit the nail on the head.
Bubbledogs is the perfect marriage between casual dining and sophisticated drinking. They will only be serving a menu of 10 hotdogs and grower Champagne. Hotdogs include the BLT dog, wrapped in bacon and served with truffle mayonnaise and the Jose dog with guacamole, salsa, sour cream and jalapenos.
The Fitzrovia restaurant will also feature a Kitchen table, which will seat a maximum of 19 people, with a contemporary European menu, set course from £25.
Opening date, TBC, but looking likely to be the end part of July 2012.
I for 1, can't wait.
70, Charlotte Street, London, W1T 4QG
http://www.bubbledogs.co.uk/
Bubbledogs is the perfect marriage between casual dining and sophisticated drinking. They will only be serving a menu of 10 hotdogs and grower Champagne. Hotdogs include the BLT dog, wrapped in bacon and served with truffle mayonnaise and the Jose dog with guacamole, salsa, sour cream and jalapenos.
The Fitzrovia restaurant will also feature a Kitchen table, which will seat a maximum of 19 people, with a contemporary European menu, set course from £25.
Opening date, TBC, but looking likely to be the end part of July 2012.
I for 1, can't wait.
70, Charlotte Street, London, W1T 4QG
http://www.bubbledogs.co.uk/
Today Kate Likes...
Busaba Eathai - Covent Garden has joined Taste Card
50% off (except Friday or Saturday)
Sunday, 24 June 2012
Today Kate Likes...
White Zara Cardigan/Summer Jacket
It smartens up any outfit, am waiting for them to bring it out in other colours
http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/uk/en/zara-S2012/189502/825261/FRAYED%2BCARDIGAN
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