The English countryside is the ideal retreat to pass the weekend. Secluded villages conceal gastronomic surprises within an easy carriage ride from Londonium. Your Doctor ventured forth along the winding narrow roads of the Chilterns to find The Old Plow. An olde 17th Century pub, now a restaurant, secreted in the village of Speen in… Read More ›
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It’s all gone fishy again
After a long wait, the new Brady’s fish and chip emporium opened quietly last week. It is a triumph. Keeping the character of the old smaller restaurant and the convivial, lively atmosphere. The addition of some “communal” bench tables is quite a… 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 ›
One step closer to Heaven
Fortescue dined at Mossiman’s and was effusive in his praise. It sounds delightful and the complete antithesis of the abominable Mc Spiggets. He was accompanied, no invited by Lady Hartwell and Lady Sloane . This is no ordinary restaurant dear… Read More ›
A Sunday Rose + trimmings
It was a day which chilled one to the bone. The frost was thick on the rooftops and the thought of a hearty Sunday lunch was most enticing. Masterton’s research found The Rose, a gastropub with favourable reviews on the… 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 ›
Keep the “Wolfe’s” from one’s door
Whilst meandering through olde London towne, one chanced upon Wolfe’s Bar and Grill. On a whim, one entered and partook of a dry Martini cocktail (or two). Upon departing, one decided to return another time to sample more substantial fare… Read More ›
Something fishy going on
One remembers a darker time, when brigands, thieves and robbers roamed the streets of olde London towne. One feared for one’s wallet and possibly one’s life. Now, fortunately, Wandsworth is much safer and your Doctor fearlessly ventured across Wandsworth bridge… 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 ›