I am such a foodie: I love good food.
We all have those favourite dishes at a restaurant. You know, the ones that keep you dreaming long after dinner is over, and that keep you going back to the same restaurant, time and time again?
While I adore trying new restaurants, sometimes I just want to revisit a classic.
My 5 favourite london foodie dishes
1. Lobster Mac ‘n’ Cheese at Bob Bob Ricard, Soho
Soak me in cheese, lobster and Champagne, and I’m a happy, happy girl!
I feel like this dish and this restaurant need no further explanation, to be honest… If you haven’t tried it yet, I’d be delighted to introduce you!
2. El Topo Rolls at Sushisamba, City
Ok, so I completely agree that mozzarella on sushi sounds sacrilegious. But this dish is f moreish and full of flavour! Best enjoyed at the Heron Tower restaurant, I find — I’m a sucker for sushi (and cocktails!) with a view.
3. Creamed Spinach at Hawksmoor, Air Street
I love a steak — and not to brag, but I cook a mean one myself! My creamed spinach is based on the Hawksmoor recipe, and while I think mine gets pretty close, there’s no substitute for the original. Special mention for their famous cocktail, Shaky Pete’s Ginger Brew.
4. Amritsari Shrimp at Gymkhana, Mayfair
Light, crisp batter and sweet, juicy prawns served with a delightful dill raita. Goes excellently with a cold glass of bubbles. Heavenly more-ish.
5. Black Cod at Sexy Fish, Mayfair
The sushi at Sexy Fish is incredible, but the black cod is out of this world. I dream about this black cod. I would die for it.
There you have it — my must-try London foodie dishes! I would quite happily have any of them for a lovely lunch date — although to fully appreciate the Champagne button at Bob Bob Ricard, we might need to take the rest of the afternoon off…
What would make it onto your list? Have you tried any of these? I would love to hear your thoughts! Over dinner and drinks, perhaps?
Rachel
