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Liu Xiaomian, Kingly Court
Hidden on the first floor of the ever-buzzing Kingly Court in Carnaby, Liu Xiaomian is the kind of place that makes you fall in love with spice all over again. It’s small, lively, and unapologetically fiery, a perfect match for its surroundings in one of London’s most energetic dining hubs.…
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The Grill at The Dorchester, A London Legend Reborn
When a dining room as storied as The Grill at The Dorchester reopens, London pays attention. This isn’t simply another restaurant relaunch, it’s the return of a Mayfair institution that has shaped the city’s culinary landscape for nearly a century. Under the direction of culinary director Martyn Nail and head…
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Marlene Brunch at Engel Review
Engel, the cocktail bar and restaurant nestled within The Royal Exchange, has launched its newest Saturday sensation: Marlene Brunch. Inspired by screen legend Marlene Dietrich and her iconic film Der Blaue Engel (The Blue Angel) this weekly series blends live music, theatrical flair, and indulgent brunch in a setting that…
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Hocus Focus: Black Sheep Coffee Launches New Iced Ube Matcha Latte
I’m Black Sheep Coffee is leaning into Halloween with a limited-edition Iced Ube Matcha Latte. This seasonal drink blends earthy matcha with ube — a purple yam known for its vivid colour and subtly sweet, nutty flavour. It’s made using ceremonial-grade matcha, sweet ube syrup and Black Sheep’s mushroom-powered Focus Blend.…
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Hot Noodles Specialists’ Liu Xiaomian Open Spicy New Pop Up at The Stranded Pub
Liu Xiaomian, London’s cult-favourite Chongqing noodle specialists, are opening a new pop-up at The Stranded, from the team behind Marylebone’s The Jackalope, serving fiery, aromatic bowls in a brand-new pub, perfectly paired with frothy pints and a warm, buzzing winter atmosphere. In true lucky Chinese style, the first 66 bowls…