Food and Drink

Taking place on Sunday 3rd March, Bistrotheque in east London will provide the venue the first ever Magic Brunch. Spearheaded by Natalia Ribbe of Ladies of Restaurants and children’s nutrition charity Magic Breakfast, the fundraiser event will feature a menu comprised of signature dishes from London restaurants Bistrotheque, Foxlow, Som Saa and Gunpowder London. Moreover, drinks will be provided by Three Sheets (named one of the World’s 50 Best Bars) and Karma Cola, including a ‘Karmosa’ – a brunch cocktail...

With a long, colourful history, the hamburger has become one of the world’s favourite fast foods. While the exact roots are much-contested, the US has become synonymous with the dish, with more than 40 billion burgers consumed annually. On this side of the Atlantic, however, London also has its fair share of exciting burger restaurants, with Burger & Beyond having recently joined the proverbial pile, opening a permanent site on Shoreditch High Street. While minced beef has been enjoyed for...

There's nothing quite like a wine with a good story, and New Zealand's Marisco Vineyards certainly aren't short of a tale or two. Descendent from the noble de Marisco family, whose members variously fell in and out of favour with the English monarchy in the 12th and 13th centuries, 'The King's Series' celebrates the extraordinary tales of the family through five wines, appropriately named The King's Legacy, The King's Thorn, The King's Favour, The King's Wrath and A Sticky End. The story starts...

A motel in the US has banned vegans because "rabbit food" is making them do it like rabbits, according to a new mockumentary. To help ensure that people have the most romantic Valentine's Day yet, PETA US has released a new video involving a fictional motel that's been forced to ban vegans – because of their marathon sex sessions. A series of "investigative interviews" reveals that the motel manager is fed up with all the moaning and the local maintenance...

Saltaire Brewery, an independent brewery in Shipley, West Yorkshire, has refreshed its branding and launched a new product line. Having crafted internationally award-winning beers since 2006, the brewery is now striving to bridge the gap between cask and craft ales with its commitment to high quality beer – producing over 56,000 litres of beer each week. As part of an ambitious five-year growth plan and ongoing investment programme led by Managing Director, Ewen Gordon, Saltaire Brewery released a series of four new...

Paige Hart, 24, and boyfriend William Maddock, 32, popped into Grill Town after enjoying a couple of pints at their local pub

Valentine's Day is around the corner and the hunt for the perfect meal is on for loved-up couples across the country. Oysters will be shucked, asparagus and chillis tossed and heart-shaped chocolates dispensed liberally, but what to drink? Wine can be the difference between a good meal and a great meal on Valentine's Day, and picking the right bottle can really show you care. So forget Echo Falls, cast aside Blossom Hill and indulge in something a little more thoughtful....

Food waste is a pressing global issue with no sign of slowing down. At least one third of the world’s food produce is discarded: that’s enough to feed 870 million people (a figure greater than the entire population of Europe). Here in the UK, 40 per cent of all fruit and vegetables are rejected before reaching shelves, considered ugly, misshapen, too big or too small; yet they remain absolutely edible. Former Head Chef of Petersham Nurseries, Skye Gyngell aims to...

Occupying the former site of Bag O’Nails – a live music venue renowned for hosting The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix and The Who – The Court has the potential to become Soho’s most exciting new members’ club. Intending to honour the club’s rich musical history, The Court will act as a private members’ club with a piano stage and nightly live entertainment. The realisation of founder Harry Mead, “who’s vision is to redefine the typical private members’ experience”, the venue will...