Chefs
Imagine coming home to a freshly cooked, Michelin-star quality meal for dinner every night of the week, prepared and served to you by one of the country’s very finest chefs. Whilst having your own private...
By Natasha Heard
Nathan Outlaw may just be the nicest chef in the business. The Michelin-starred restaurateur and fish expert talks to our food and drink editor Natasha Heard.
Who has been your greatest inspiration?
I’ve...
By LLM Reporters
Chris Simpson took to the helm as executive head chef at Devon’s Gidleigh Park in January 2018, following seven years as head chef at Restaurant Nathan Outlaw, which has held two Michelin stars since...
By LLM Reporters
Sanguan Parr is by no means new to the restaurant industry, despite the fact she’s only ever had one job. Head chef at one of London’s best known Thai establishments, Nipa Thai, Sanguan very much fell...
By LLM Reporters
Leading food writer KASPAR CHAMBERS goes behind the scenes at Le Cordon Bleu, London’s most prestigious culinary institution.
Clouds of flour billow and waft from the stainless steel work surfaces, and...
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Cocktails
Everyone knows the margarita and its many fruity variations. It’s a refreshing tequila drink and a must-have spring or summer cocktail that can be made in many different ways. With this in mind we...
By LLM Reporters
Cocktails have moved beyond pina coladas with an umbrella and glacé cherry garnish. Most discerning drinkers now know their cuba libres from their tequila sunrises – but they may not know how to...
By LLM Reporters
These two delicious Christmas cocktails from Stefano Litti, Restaurant and Bar Manager at Sopwell House in Hertfordshire, will please all of your guests this festive season.
Amaro Mio
Ingredients:
25ml...
By LLM Reporters
With recent research indicating that 73% of younger drinkers are enjoying cocktails at home, switch up your chosen festive tipple of choice this winter and create a Chubby Honey Egg Nog cocktail in the...
By Sue Tidy
What do you get if you combine the flavours of the gang controlled streets of Lower Manhattan in the 1850’s, and the heady glitz and glamour of the jazz era 1930’s?
Come along to the Westbury...
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Healthy Eating
While a few years ago the idea of veganism brought about images of lentil-munching, hemp-clad hippies, plant-based diets have hurtled into the mainstream. The increase in veganism has been staggering...
By LLM Reporters
Ro Huntriss, a registered dietitian with experience in both the NHS and her own private practice, shares ten things you need to know about low-carb diets.
1.) A low-carb diet may not be as ‘low’ as...
By LLM Reporters
With April marking the beginning of Stress Awareness Month, we spoke to leading nutritionist Cassandra Barns to find out the top five stress-busting foods that can help bring about a sense of calm.
Chocolate...
By LLM Reporters
Words by Victoria Jain Hamilton (BSc Biochemistry with Immunology).
Over the years the food market has developed from one of simplicity and pureness which suited the lifestyle of the time, to one of convenient...
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James Tanner, Chef and Co-Owner of Devon brasserie Barbican Kitchen, shares his opinion on why plant-based eating is here to stay.
In January 2014, ‘Veganuary’ was launched to great applause amongst...
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Recipes & Cooking Tips
Songkran is the annual festival which takes place over three days during the traditional Thai New Year, this year falling between Friday 13 and Sunday 15 April. Throughout Thailand there are celebrations,...
By LLM Reporters
Master baker Richard Bertinet shows us how to make the perfect hot cross buns this Easter.
Makes 16
We make these in our Bath bakery at Easter and they always go down a treat. The mixture will also make...
By LLM Reporters
James Tanner, Chef and Co-Owner of Devon brasserie Barbican Kitchen, shares his opinion on why plant-based eating is here to stay.
In January 2014, ‘Veganuary’ was launched to great applause amongst...
By LLM Reporters
There’s no doubt about it, Britain is a nation of cheese lovers. A cheeseboard never disappoints us Brits, but it’s even ‘feta’ when this party favourite looks ‘gouda’ enough for Instagram....
By LLM Reporters
Leading food writer KASPAR CHAMBERS goes behind the scenes at Le Cordon Bleu, London’s most prestigious culinary institution.
Clouds of flour billow and waft from the stainless steel work surfaces, and...
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Restaurants & Bars
While a few years ago the idea of veganism brought about images of lentil-munching, hemp-clad hippies, plant-based diets have hurtled into the mainstream. The increase in veganism has been staggering...
By Natasha Presley
Situated in the swanky St Martins Lane Hotel is the chain, Asia de Cuba, a renowned, ultra-trendy fusion restaurant that has been serving Asian-Cuban cuisine to happy diners for over 20 years. The restaurant...
By Nick Constance
They claim the menu is Mediterranean but is, in fact, largely Italian. It’s obviously not a café and technically it’s not even on Union Street. But we’ll forgive a few fibs between friends.
Essentially,...
By Merilee Kern
When it comes to steakhouses, Los Angeles is a carnivore’s cornucopia. While the City of Angels is replete with meat-minded eateries, one such restaurant – STK in the W Los Angeles in West Beverly...
By Merilee Kern
San Diego tourists and locals, alike are hailing Havana 1920, which opened its downtown doors in late 2017 in the city’s famed Gaslamp Quarter. Conceived by the GBOD Hospitality Group and with a kitchen...
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Sweet Treats
In celebration of its 20th birthday, resident London favourite Sushi Shop has announced its latest innovation, the Autour du Caviar special edition box.
The Autour du Caviar box has been developed in...
By LLM Reporters
There’s nothing better than waking up to a cup of great coffee in the morning, and for many, it’s the only thing that gets us out of bed and ready for a busy day ahead. There are countless...
By LLM Reporters
Hot chocolate season is approaching! It’s time to wrap up and get cosy, and what better than with a steaming mug of creamy hot chocolate on a chilly January evening.
Hunter 486 restaurant, located within...
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Running out of ideas to make this Christmas extra special? Fear not! Luxury Lifestyle Magazine has you covered with a host of epicurean delights that befit even the choosiest of stocking recipients.
Joe...
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As December draws closer, pastry chefs across the UK will be adding some seasonal spice to their Afternoon Tea menus. Whether you’ve been naughty or nice, we’ve rounded up five of the best Festive...
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Wine, Beer & Spirits
KISHORE AND SMITA IYENGAR exult in the enchanting synergy between fine exotic perfumes and the outstanding fragrances and irresistible flavors of superlative world wines.
It’s an olfactory awareness...
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Champagne Armand de Brignac has today announced the exciting UK launch of the new Blanc de Blancs en Magnum.
A rare champagne produced with 100% Chardonnay, the Blancs de Blancs en Magnum is the newest...
By LLM Reporters
With ‘Dry January’ over, it’s the perfect time to discover why staying in is the new going out. So why not sample the nation’s favourite tipple* and hold a wine tasting at home?
Here are five top...
By Georgie Bentley-Buckle
Whether you’ve simply cut down or gone the full distance this dry January, the month-long marathon is officially over by the time Valentine’s Day reaches us. The most romantic day, this often calls...
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A rare 30 year old bottle of second edition Black Bowmore single malt whisky has been bought for a record £11,900 in an online auction held by Perth-based Whisky Auctioneer.
Bought by an investor from...
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