I like to get dim sum frequently and rather than going to one of our usual places, my friend suggested we try Hutong at the Shard. After navigating security and the lifts (which have buttons, but also signs saying “do not press the buttons”), and dealing with a flustered front of house, we got to […]
Four Seasons
I read the Kevin Kwan ‘Rich Asians’ trilogy recently and the following quote amused me, describing the Singaporean group’s favourite places in London: ‘The Holy Trinity are Four Seasons for the roast duck, Mandarin Kitchen for the…lobster noodles, and Royal China for the dim sum” I think it still holds true (though I’d swap out […]
Hunan
After a slow start to the year, I have finally started to get out and about; my problem is that I have so many trusted places, I now need some prompting to visit new restaurants! My friend booked Hunan for Chinese New Year – I was very pleased as this was on my ‘must-go’ list […]
Bright Courtyard
This is an old favourite of mine. We went back for Chinese new year…with a group of 12! I have to say, the restaurant put up with us very well, including random demands for odd food, more dumplings than you would think are humanly possible to eat, and with the stress of tens of other […]
Lanzhou Noodle Bar
I have been meaning to go here for ages, having heard about the place on chowhound. I got the fresh noodles (la mian) in beef soup and really enjoyed them; fresh fragrant stock, springy noodles and whilst the meat wasn’t the best quality, it added an extra depth to the stock. I also enjoyed watching […]
Mandarin Kitchen
We went for the lobster noodles – these didn’t disappoint, though the soups and the rest of the food was pretty uninspiring…as was the decor and atmosphere. However, if you do have a craving for lobster noodles then it does the trick! Price: Mid Rating: Good (only for the lobster noodles; otherwise mediocre) Value for money: […]