Previously a small takeaway, this restaurant has not only moved into larger premises around the corner, but has also upped its game. Continue reading
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★★★★☆ / Chinese / Vegetarian
Tofu Vegan review – the plant-based Islington restaurant with age-old roots
I come to praise Chinese mock meats, not to bury them Many people are wary and cautious of the new and different, especially food. Acceptance often comes gingerly, with the new arrival initially forced to adopt a more familiar guise. Chinese food in the UK is a case in point. For many decades, it bore … Continue reading
Brunswick House review – outdoor feasting at a Georgian mansion
An oasis of calm and good taste makes this Georgian mansion a fine choice for outdoor feasting. Continue reading
Lao Café review: a taste of Laos in Covent Garden
From the people who brought Rosa’s Café to London, a som tam by another name would be as spicy Continue reading
Humble Chicken vs Junsei review – chicken skewers, but with guts
Soho vs Marylebone yakitori face-off. Continue reading
Kaieteur Kitchen review – a taste of Guyana in Elephant and Castle
Its menu of Guyanese dishes, which changes every week and sometimes everyday, has some similarities with other Afro-Caribbean traditions, but it’s still very much its own thing – especially if you’re fortunate enough to nab one of the Friday specials. Continue reading
Alhaji Suya review – Nigerian barbecue for takeaway and next day delivery
Some parts of London are more blessed with takeaway bounty than others, with surprises tucked away in the most unexpected of places. Alhaji Suya serves up Nigerian suya and kilishi, grilled marinaded meats and jerky respectively, from a unit in a North Greenwich industrial park having relocated from Peckham. Continue reading
Chishuru review – the Nigerian newcomer in Brixton that already feels at home
Chishuru is almost giving their take on Nigerian food away anyway with its £30 set menu of four courses alongside an a la carte option. Continue reading
Koya City review – vegan-friendly Japanese noodles and bookable too
Nab some effortlessly adaptable udon at the outdoor seating while it’s still warm-ish Continue reading
The best and worst American barbecue in London for delivery and takeaway
Update 19/4/2021 – added reviews of The Big Smoke (Bromley), Crossroads and Pappy’s Summer and barbecue go together like Bank Holidays and rain. One naturally follows the other, but even better is a summer filled with American-style barbecue, a world away from a typical suburban garden grill topped with bangers and burgers. The low ‘n’ … Continue reading
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