Le Cirque had languished on the Doctor’s wish list for too long and so when one’s American chums Baddenoch and Cranleigh suggested a luncheon there, one duly accepted with alacrity. Obfuscated by a modern, yet impressive glass building one entered expectantly. The modern and eye bashing bar is the first thing one sees before… Read More ›
Mild Shock (£££)
Green Jelly at The Greenhouse
Mes amis! Apologies, one has been rather remiss sharing this update with you before the yuletide celebrations. The Greenhouse restaurant has long been a favourite of your Doctor and it now has a “new” chef. (Arnaud Bignon in fact arrived about a year ago). Modern, upmarket and… Read More ›
Medlar – a peach? – 6/10 – £££
UPDATE – Since writing this review, one understands that it has lost its Michelin star. Not quite due to this review I am sure. Alas, many moons have passed since one’s first visit to Medlar in the Kings Road, London… Read More ›
Steak on Air Street
One stumbled on a most interesting piece of information that on Mondays Hawksmoor restaurants charge just £5 corkage if one brings one’s own bottle. Hurrah that presents an excellent opportunity to plunder one’s wine cellar and enjoy a first class… Read More ›
Been seen in Greens?
Yes dear friends, Greens! Why has one not told you of this marvellous eatery before? The honest truth is that one has been remiss and strayed from this one time “DL” favourite. This is a “must visit” destination for any… Read More ›
Bellamy’s – alone? – £££ – 8/10
One was alone at lunch. As one can imagine, this is a rare occurrence for your dear Doctor. However, seated at a table in Bellamy’s of Mayfair sipping a Campari and Soda was no great hardship. This moment of solitude… Read More ›
On the subject of steak
One was recently discussing eateries with one of one’s chums and the subject of fine meat arose. Now, in the colonial States of America one can say that a good steak is easy to find. However, back in blighty, the… Read More ›
Gastronomic with a star
Tucked away in a residential street just behind Fulham Broadway is a Michelin star Gastropub. The only one in London no less. It is a joy and so are the helpful and friendly staff! But beware! Parking in this area… Read More ›
Go Go Plateau
“One might think one was in New York” commented Masterton excitedly as we gazed through the floor to ceiling windows at the towering buildings of glass and steel. Indeed he was right, it was a glorious view from the restaurant… Read More ›
Who Kicks who?
Konnichiwa! Your Doctor is expanding his boundaries! Now dear readers, one knows that this might upset some of you to find that the Doctor is deserting a tried and trusted path but your Doctor recently took his repast at a… Read More ›