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LOCAL RESTAURANTS
The Wolseley (Piccadilly) A grand café in the European tradition, celebrated for its all-day dining. From elegant breakfasts and afternoon teas to refined evening meals, it’s a place where glamour meets comfort. Its soaring ceilings, marble pillars, and art-deco design make it one of London’s most iconic dining rooms. www.thewolseley.com Barrafina (Soho) Counter-top dining at its most authentic. Barrafina’s open kitchen serves up exquisite Spanish tapas made with the freshest seasonal ingredients. Expect dishes like chorizo, croquetas, and razor clams, all enjoyed in a lively and
Bob Bob Ricard (Soho) Glamorous, decadent, and playful, Bob Bob Ricard is famous for its “Press for Champagne” buttons at every table. Offering Anglo-Russian dishes in art-deco splendour, it delivers indulgence with a touch of theatre. www.bobbobricard.com/soho
OUR PICK OF THE LOCAL RESTAURANTS
It would be a cliché to say Central London had an over-abundance of incredible places to eat and recipes and ingredients from every corner of the world, but it would also be true. Here’s a snapshot of just a few Winkworth favourites.
Rules (Covent Garden) London’s oldest restaurant,
established in 1798, Rules is steeped in history. It specialises in traditional British cuisine, particularly game, oysters, and hearty puddings, served in richly decorated, atmospheric rooms. www.rules.co.uk The Palomar (Soho) A vibrant dining spot inspired by Jerusalem’s culinary scene, The Palomar serves modern Middle Eastern dishes bursting with spice and flavour. With its open kitchen and buzzing bar, it’s intimate, lively, and stylish. www.thepalomar.co.uk
convivial atmosphere. www.barrafina.co.uk Kiln (Soho)
Inspired by the rural cooking of Northern Thailand, Kiln is renowned for its fiery flavours and unique methods, using clay pots, wood grills, and woks over flames. Its ever-changing menu and Bib Gourmand recognition make it both
rustic and inventive. www.kilnsoho.com
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