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Spring Sampling The Hampstead Butcher and Providore is somewhat of a local treasure, offering everything from high quality meats and cheeses to fine wine, exceptional caviar and home-baked pies. The outlet also hosts tasting evenings several times a month, which have become a popular choice for birthday gatherings. Guests are given the opportunity to sample a varied menu of seasonal produce in an informal atmosphere and recent options have included dark chocolate brownies, scallops wrapped in bacon and delicious chutney. However, for those who haven’t pre-booked, there is an open-house policy each Saturday afternoon from 12pm-4pm. Head along to sample wines from around the world with carefully chosen cheeses and charcuterie.
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55 Rosslyn Hill, NW3 1ND www.hampsteadbutcher.com
The Gilbert Scott
NEWS: La Cucina Caldesi is the only Italian cooking school in London, founded by the team behind Marylebone’s homely authentic restaurant Caffe Caldesi. The company offers a variety of courses of different durations and skill sets and even has a designated programme for children. On Saturday 21 May, Stefano Borella will be hosting an intense, one day guide to creating a three-course Italian menu. From traditional breads like foccaccia to tasty pasta sauces, this is a great choice for inquisitive foodies. www.caldesi.com
The menu showcases a range of local produce, including braised steak with port and redcurrant, sea trout with lemon and fresh fruit in a puff pastry and custard tartlet. Champagne breakfasts and hearty traditional fare will be available in an adjoining bar area, while the lively kitchen table will allow one party to immerse themselves in the buzz of the chef’s kitchen. Euston Road, NW1 3AU www.thegilbertscott.co.uk
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Cöp Sis A Turkish kebab variant which is a speciality of the Selçuk region. These kebabs include pounded meat marinated in black pepper, thyme, olive oil and garlic. They are served with tomatoes on wooden skewers.
Food is seductive; it incorporates all of the senses. Padma Lakshmi, Model and cookery author
www.estelleandvincent.com
Take a peek at the glamorous interior of the Gilbert Scott brasserie and bar! This newly released image shows the luxurious decor of the destination restaurant which has been chosen to occupy a prestigious site at the newly-renovated St Pancras Renaissance Hotel. Michelin-starred chef Marcus Wareing will take the helm as operator, with his acclaimed protégé Chantal Nicholson as general manager, promising diners an array of classic British fare in an intimate and beautiful setting.
Having worked in some of London’s finest restaurants, catering partnership Estelle and Vincent are now offering bespoke and private dining experiences. Whether it is canapés in Regent’s Park or a grand dinner party in St John’s Wood, Vincent will personally source quality ingredients and devise the perfect menu, while Estelle manages special arrangements and waitressing for the event.
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