As the Bao phenomenon takes London by storm, Pod become the first fast food chain to launch these sweet fluffy steamed buns, known in Taiwan, their country of origin as ‘wrapped treasure’. Loved by the likes of Grace Dent, Nigella Lawson and Giles Coren, Bao buns are a delicious Asian street food, traditionally steamed and filled with protein and sticky sauce. Pod have … [Read more...]
Roux Scholarship 2017 OPEN for entries
Who will be the next Roux Scholar? The Roux family is delighted to launch the 2017 Roux Scholarship competition. The winner receives £6,000 and a career changing opportunity: an all expenses paid, three month stage at a three star Michelin restaurant anywhere in the world, as well as many unique prizes all related to food and hospitality. Entrants must be in full-time … [Read more...]
The Hundred House, Norton Spinach, Leek & Sorrel Soup
For a comforting, warming and hearty one-pot dish, look no further than a vibrant spinach, leek and sorrel soup – taken from Head Chef Stuart Phillips at The Hundred House, Norton. The lemony hit from the sorrel gives the creamy soup a welcome citrus hit which is perfect for a chilly autumn evening. Serve with a loaf of crusty bread and glass of white wine for a satisfying … [Read more...]
som saa launch lunch menu
Today, som saa will officially launch their new lunch menu of regional Thai-style dishes and Asian inspired cocktails, with tables available to book for parties of all sizes. Co-Head Chefs Andy Oliver and Mark Dobbie will be combining the best of seasonal British meat and fish with some new ingredients they've specially sourced directly from Thailand. New dishes have been … [Read more...]
Dinner, bed and breakfast, the awards keep coming for The Queens Arms
The Queens Arms in Corton Denham has continued to impress the industry experts this month, earning high praise from both the Michelin and AA inspectors, building upon its strong reputation as a destination dining pub with rooms on Somerset’s border with Dorset. As a result, 2017 will be the seventh year in a row that the pub will appear in the Michelin Guide, while owners, … [Read more...]