From restaurateur frères extraordinaire Claude (Hibiscus W1) & Cedric Bosi (The Charlton Arms, Ludlow) – a new pub-with-rooms close to Esher Common – The Swan Inn launches today (20 May). The brothers have described the menu (overseen by Claude but delivered by head chef Justin West) as ‘English food from a Frenchman’; however it features traditional pub […]
Those wondering what Henry Harris has been up to since he shuttered Knightsbridge’s Racine last year need wonder no more. The chef will bring his signature, classical French cuisine to Thames-side restaurant-with-rooms, The Dog & Badger, in the village of Medmenham (not far from Marlow). Originally we were informed the venture would open at the […]
Our unique event, exclusive to Harden’s readers, hosted at the restaurant nominated in this year’s survey as the pinnacle of London gastronomy: Le Gavroche has sold out within hours. Commiserations to those of you who didn’t nab a ticket but we are planning to host other events later in the year – watch this space! The evening […]
This year marks Michel Roux Jr’s 25th year at the helm of London’s bastion of old fashioned, “flawless and indulgent” Gallic gastronomy Le Gavroche. Opened in 1967, the iconic Mayfair venue was founded by Michel’s father Albert Roux OBE. Michel took the reins in 1991 and in honour of this the celebrity chef will host a […]
D&D London has appointed Igor Tymchyshyn as chef patron of its “bright and airy” Marylebone restaurant Orrery. Igor joined the restaurant – always a favourite business destination among our reporters – as head chef in April 2008 after. He was formerly head chef at the now defunct Mirabelle in Mayfair, as well as roles at St […]
French haute cuisine, the wellspring from which culinary magic seems to flow across the world, has been sidelined of late in favour of rusticity, simplicity and (let’s face it) dirty great burgers. But can the classics ever truly go out of style? Surely we all just need a gentle reminder of France’s culinary prowess? Well, […]
After their successful pop-up turned into a permanent site in Covent Garden, the husband and wife team behind Champagne + Fromage are eyeing expansion with a third outpost coming soon. Stefano Frigerio and Maud Fierobe, together with cheese expert Franck Le Blais, will open the French artisan bistro and deli this June within Greenwich market […]
For January only Cigalon is offering the opportunity to enjoy 20% off the total bill when you book through the Harden’s booking grid. Located within the beautiful surrounds of a former Chancery Lane auction house, this “beautiful and light” restaurant specialises in serving up the true flavour of Provence. January’s à la carte menu sees head chef Julien […]
It may be cold outside but winter is still a very romantic time of year – roaring fires, cosying up with a glass of wine and Valentine’s Day just around the corner. To help set the mood Harden’s is offering the chance to win dinner for two at London’s most romantic restaurant, Clos Maggiore, which […]
French haute cuisine, the wellspring from which culinary magic seems to flow across the world, has been sidelined of late in favour of rusticity, simplicity and (let’s face it) dirty great burgers. But can the classics ever truly go out of style? Surely we all just need a gentle reminder of France’s culinary prowess? Well, […]