Enjoy this light fish supper which is given an interesting twist thanks to a distinct Asian influence. This recipe comes courtesy of Chewton Glen, one of the finest country house hotels in the UK. The cod is from Hutchings Bros in Bournemouth, and, where possible yours too should be sourced from a similarly knowledgeable…
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This light dish comes from the new recipe book ‘The Long and Short of Pasta‘ by Giancarlo and Katie Caldesi, due out at end of May 18 by publisher Hardie Grant (£20). Also available for sale in Caldesi restaurants. Over to the enigmatic Giancarlo Caldesi to introduce this one: I always like to buy fresh…
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A recipe by Luke Matthews, Head Chef at Chewton Glen “The English asparagus season is only short, but English asparagus is the best in the world,” says Luke Matthews, “At the hotel, we get ours from Sopley Farm, just down the road from us in Christchurch.” Paired here with an incredible truffle hollandaise, this is…
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There were great expectations for chef-turned-hotelier Michael Caines’ first opening. One of the country’s most celebrated chefs restored a former Georgian mansion in 28 acres on the River Exe, previously used as an event venue. After an intense three year development plan and a sixteen month build, the results are evident: A Michelin-star after only…
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He’s either won, or worked at some of the top Michelin-starred restaurants of Europe: Alain Ducasse’s three Michelin-star Louis XU in Monaco, two Michelin-starred Flipot in Piedmonte, and Michelin-starred Le Clivie in Italy and Kuchlmasterei Project in Wein, Austria. So now that Chef Gonzalo Luzarraga has opened his first restaurant in Parsons Green, London in…
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The legendary El Bulli, now closed regretfully, propelled the Spanish food industry when it became the Best Restaurant in the World for a record five times in the World’s 50 Best Restaurant awards. The distinctly regional tastes of Spanish cuisine can also be found at some of their most imaginative best in London. In the Luxury…
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Who better to present a great vegetarian dish than Head Chef Matthew Tomkinson from The Montagu Arms in Beaulieu, New Forest. Matthew started his career in 1998 working at a vegetarian restaurant in Cheshire, before setting his sights on fine dining. He then went on to win the prestigious Roux Scholarship in 2005 (at…
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Welcome to Luxury Restaurant Guide’s Spring lamb recipe! We will let Chef Vivek Singh from The Cinnamon Club introduce this great seasonal recipe himself… Now for April’s recipe of the month, don’t let the picture and cheffy flourishes with sauce put you off; my recipe for roast rack of lamb with saffron sauce is a…
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Officially it’s Spring and the clocks spring forward this weekend, so let’s forget the cold outside and indulge in a taste of Spring inside, with this lovely fresh recipe from Michelin-starred The Goring’s Head Chef Shay Cooper. LOBSTER SALAD RECIPE – Serves four Lobster 2 (Approx. 900g each) native lobster 1 leek 1 celery 2…
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Core is the debut restaurant of Clare Smyth, the first and only female chef to run a restaurant with three-Michelin stars in the UK. It celebrates modern fine dining – elegant and informal in relaxed surroundings with an emphasis on natural, sustainable food, sourced from the UK’s most dedicated farmers and food producers. Here we…
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Take a sneak preview into the restaurants set to raise headlines in 2018. London and Manchester are always epicentres of new activity, but likewise residents of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Sussex, Shrewsbury and Cumbria have much to look forward to for fine dining choices: 1st Quarter Openings ROGANIC: 5-7 Blandford Street, Marylebone, London, W1U 3DB The…
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2017 has seen some bright new restaurant openings as UK demographics and consumer trends continue an upward rise for dining out well, more often. These openings come despite a challenging year for most restaurants as competition from chains hots-up and cost pressures increase. Labour wages, which are significant in this trade, have escalated with the National…
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We ask 12 leading restaurateurs, chefs and mixologists to suggest a recipe dish each for the ultimate Christmas menu. Our team of experts present a collection of traditional British favourites, from superbly simple to expertly detailed recipes, to inspire a very tasty Christmas at home, or enjoy at their restaurants. We have collaborated with the…
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This week we have selected a delicious recipe created by Arnaud Bignon of the two Michelin star Greenhouse – London, to try at home. The Greenhouse is an oasis of calm and tranquillity in the heart of bustling Mayfair. Accessed via a tree-lined pathway the elegant simplicity and clean fresh tones whisk you away from the…
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Few dishes satisfy more than a simple warm velouté. This recipe perfectly mirrors the ethos of Winteringham Fields as it is made using only one major product – homegrown butternut squash. They have the luxury of picking it at the perfect ripeness to be stewed into this great autumn warmer. About Colin McGurran : Colin took…
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Hambleton Hall is proud to say that it has the longest-retained single Michelin star in the UK. It celebrates its 35th year with a star in 2017, and offers exceptional dining experiences worthy of a visit. Michelin star Head Chef, Aaron Patterson and his highly skilled team use the best local produce for seasonal dishes,…
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It’s that time of year when ‘growing your own’ really pays off and those lucky enough to have a veg patch or allotment are reaping natures reward with a glut of delicious veg. What to do with them all though? If you are looking for ideas of what to do with your crop – or…
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“Razor clams are a rare treat – they don’t like hanging around at the fishmonger once they’ve been caught. If you’re lucky enough to find them – it’s easy to tell a live one – they’ll be wriggling about from the end of the shell. If they’re not lively, the advice is don’t bother. There…
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Wood pigeon is commonplace in the wild and is generally meatier and tastier than other types of pigeon. With the benefit of no closed season it can also be easily substituted in pheasant or partridge recipes as it has a wild gamey flavour. This recipe from Michelin star L’Ortolan’s head chef Tom Clarke gives it…
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With its juicy flesh and ability to cope well with punchy flavours, Sea Bass has become a firm favourite of chefs and is found on some of the worlds best menus. This wonderful summery Sea Bass recipe, from Michelin star chef William Drabble, is perfect for a special lunch or light supper. Inspired by his…
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