Caravan, Kings Cross (London)

Caravan, Kings Cross (London)

I have been remiss in updating this blog from the London front! To be honest, I can’t quite keep up with my own pace of eating over here. Caravan is a large warehouse-style cafe hidden behind Kings Cross St Pancras station.  My friend had warned 

Roman Tapas & Grill, Caledonian Road

Roman Tapas & Grill, Caledonian Road

I love the thrill of discovering a good restaurant that is hidden away from the main hustle and bustle.   That is exactly what Roman Tapas did for me – as soon as I walked in, it sent a little frisson of excitement through me. It 

Ottolenghi, Islington

Ottolenghi, Islington

Ottolenghi is somewhat of an Islington institution.  It has a prime position on Upper Street, about halfway between the Highbury/Islington and Angel tube stations.  On most days, especially weekend mornings, there is queue out the door.  The restaurant specialises in fresh food with a modern 

Tonkotsu, Soho (London)

Tonkotsu, Soho (London)

It was a bustling Friday night and we were headed to Soho in search of  Koya, a casual Japanese eatery that has great reviews for its udon noodles.  When we reached Koya, we were dismayed to see a gigantic queue. The thing about London is 

Byron Burger, Angel (London)

Byron Burger, Angel (London)

While I was out and about exploring London, I saw this burger chain called Byron Burger often enough to pique my interest.  I looked it up online and found mixed reviews.  Funnily enough, the most negative reviews were focused solely on the decor – people 

The Breakfast Club, Angel (London)

The Breakfast Club, Angel (London)

Since moving to London, I have become accustomed to doing things by myself.  Don’t get me wrong, I have some friends here but I think being new to a city is one of the best reasons to try things by yourself. I was staying in 

Yum Cha Silks & Spice, Camden (London)

Yum Cha Silks & Spice, Camden (London)

As a new expat on a tight budget, I find Time Out London’s list of ‘Cheap Eats’ to be a godsend.  I read about Yum Cha Silks & Spices, a cheap and cheerful Chinese restaurant which offers 50% off dim sums from Monday to Wednesday 

Allpress Espresso, Shoreditch (London)

Allpress Espresso, Shoreditch (London)

I like how there are several cafes and bars in London which remind me of the ones back home.  My friend suggested that we meet for a sneaky Monday brunch at Allpress Espresso in trendy Shoreditch.  I did a quick google and turns out they 

Dinner by Heston, Knightsbridge (London)

Dinner by Heston, Knightsbridge (London)

When I was planning my visit to London, I knew that I wanted to try at least one fancy restaurant. Dinner by Heston immediately came into mind and I swiftly made an online booking.  The reservation system was very simple and allowed you to look