Shaftesbury has today announced that Shake Shack, the New York based fast casual restaurant group, has taken a prime 4,500 sq ft site at Cambridge Circus, on the junction of Shaftesbury Avenue and Charing Cross Road in the heart of London’s West End. Starting life as a hot dog cart in Madison Square Park in Manhattan in 2001, Shake Shack now has restaurants in 12 countries … [Read more...]
Crayfish season comes to Aquavit London
The Swedish crayfish tradition started when restrictions on harvesting were introduced in the early 1900s, and the delicacy became an exclusive and sought-after luxury. Today the tradition lives on and is still one of the biggest celebrations in the Swedish calendar. With events, dishes and drinks to suit all occasions, Aquavit London will be bringing the Kräftpremiär, or … [Read more...]
Waka introduces affordable ‘Nikkei Go Food’ to The Square Mile
Waka, a new brand which for the first time brings Nikkei - the vibrant fusion of Peruvian and Japanese cuisine - to the ‘grab-and-go’ market, will open its first location in the City of London this September. Situated in the Square Mile at 39a Eastcheap – equidistant from the landmark ‘Walkie Talkie’ building and The Monument - Waka will cater to City workers, Londoners and … [Read more...]
Bunga Bunga Covent Garden presents no place like Rome
Every Friday in August is set to be an absolute chaRIOT at Bunga Bunga Covent Garden. The unique dining experience will transport guests back to the ancient ruins of Rome for an orgiastic experience full of food, wine, gladiators, emperors and togas galore. In true Bunga Bunga style, it's time for guests to find out what the Romans really did for us. All inhibitions will be … [Read more...]
Simon Radley restaurant retains top 100 status
The Michelin starred Simon Radley at The Chester Grosvenor Restaurant has been voted as one of the top 100 restaurants in the UK by website and restaurant guide, Squaremeal, rising 10 places from 2016. Simon Radley comments: “It’s an honour to have featured on the list once again. The team works tirelessly to maintain the high standards that we’re renowned for and we’d like … [Read more...]