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#HurlinghamClub 🎾 Kicking off tennis season last week at @thehurlinghamclub for the⁣ @giorgioarmanitennisclassic with @marriottbonvoy ⁣. A day full of sun, world class tennis, three course lunch and afternoon tea in the Club, and Whispering Angel keeping us fuelled throughout the day. The Hurlingham Club is one of the world’s finest private member clubs set across 42 acres of landscaped grounds. Since 1869, The Hurlingham Club’s croquet and tennis lawns, gardens and stately Georgian Clubhouse, regarded as the birthplace of polo, have made it a sought-after destination for exclusive sporting and social activities.⁣ Thank you to Mariott Bonvoy for a fabulous day. The Marriott Bonvoy Club Is free to join to collect points when staying at over 30 hotel brands in 10,000 destinations globally⁣ with access to some great events like the Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic. Shout out to the best crew @clerkenwellboyec1 , @littlelondonwhispers , @eastlondonmornings , @yasgoesto and @thatgirlfleur for a great day out. Check my stories for more highlights. [pr] 🎾 🥂 . . . . . #tennis🎾 #visitengland #sportslife #britishsummer #travelreel #londonbylondoners

#ItalianFood 🇮🇹 The decadently beautiful subterranean restaurant inside the equally flamboyant @broadwicksoho (spot the Warhols as you enter) Dear Jackie is the perfect sexy date night spot with atmospheric low lighting, serving modern Italian classics. Start at the rooftop bar Flute for drinks with jaw dropping maximalist interiors and views across London before heading down for dinner. What to order: 🐚 Seared Hand Dived Scallop, Champagne, Trout Roe, Finger Lime 🥓 Hereford Beef Crudo, Caviar 🍝 Shellfish Risotto, Prawns, Baby Squid, Sicilian Lemon 🐠 Brixham Cod, Borlotti Beans, Mussels, Sea Vegetables 🥩 Hereford Beef Fillet, Black Garlic, White Asparagus Don’t miss the scallop, beef crudo, and the shellfish risotto was one of the best dishes we’ve had recently. Impeccable service. We loved the intimate booths which are perfect for catching up. Thank you to Mark and the entire Broadwick team for taking such amazing care of us! Check my stories for more highlights. [pr] 🍝🥂🇮🇹 . . . . . #finedining #londonbylondoners #soholondon #datenight❤️ #foodvideos #theartofplating

#SummerSolstice 🌞 Still recovering from the best rooftop party of the year at @the_berkeley celebrating the longest day of the year with tacos, spicy margs and the most beaut sunset overlooking London. Thank you to @paulafitzherbert @christinabgnorton @paaungier @beaaaaa_g for throwing the most unforgettable parties in town! [pr] 🌅🥂 . . . . . #sunsetgram #rooftopviews #londonbylondoners #summervibe #partytime🎉

#Omakase 🍶A very special preview dinner at @takumayfair Japanese Michelin-starred omakase in Mayfair with IWA5 hosted by @richard.geoffroy , ex Chef de Cave (cellar master) at DomPérignon, bringing 28 years of expertise from the Maison. The bottle is designed by one of my favourite designers Marc Newson who was also a special guest for the evening. IWA5 (the acronym stands for “rock” with 5 elements involved in its creation) blending rice from three varieties, Yamada Nishiki, Omachi, and Gohyakumangoku, five strains of yeast and the regimes of fermentation. The first assemblage was bottled in 2021 with the fifth assemblage now in distribution. The stellar evening featuring a special Omakase menu from Taku paired with different assemblages of IWA served at different temperatures some of which were exclusive to the dinner: ⁣ 🍶 IWA 5 A2 Isshobin (1800ml)⁣ 🍶 IWA 5 A3⁣ 🍶 IWA 5 A4⁣ 🍶 IWA 5 Reserve Isshobin (1800ml) 🥂 DP Brut 2013 Thank you to Taku, Richard Geoffroy, @lucaslyonleong and IWA5 for a stunning evening. Great catching up with @marcnewsonofficial again! Check my stories for more highlights. [pr] 🍶🍾🥂🎌 . . . . . #japanesefood #sushi #londonfood #finedine #londonfoodies #foodvideos #michelinguide

#Beaverbrook 🎈A Sky Full of Stripes. Celebrating summer at @beaverbrook , the quintessentially English Country House nestled in the heart of picturesque Surrey Hills in the Hot Air Balloon Dining Experience, now in its fourth year, in collaboration with @summerillandbishop . Set within the grounds of Italian Gardens, the three course Japanese inspired menu with sashimi, Yakiniku BBQ and Baked Alaska is the stuff of dreams. Available Wednesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner. Book ahead! Thank you to Beaverbrook for an unforgettable afternoon! Great catching up with so many friends and meeting some new ones! Check my stories for more highlights. [pr] 🍱🎂🥂 . . . . . #japanesefood #alfrescodining #englishcountryside #cornersofmyworld #foodreel Cover 📸 @davidcphotography

🍺🍣 COMPETITION CLOSED congrats @mumtrepreneurnow 🍣🍺 To celebrate International Sushi Day, I have teamed up with my pals @sapporouk to give one lucky person the chance to win a £200 DINNER FOR 2 at any of the 11 Sticks ‘n’ Sushi restaurants NATIONWIDE paired with 2 iconic 650ml cans of Sapporo beer each! ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Sapporo is one of the world’s leading brands and the No. 1 Asian beer in the US. Created in 1876 utilising traditional German brewing techniques elevated with Japanese artistry, it is a true fusion of East meets West with a clean, crisp taste. To #Win : ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ 1️⃣ LIKE and SAVE this post ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ 2️⃣ COMMENT and TAG the lucky people you would love to share this prize with⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ 3️⃣ FOLLOW @sapporouk , @sticksnsushi.uk AND @londongastroboy ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ (we will check)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ 4️⃣ DOUBLE your chances by encouraging your friends to follow @sapporouk , @sticksnsushi.uk AND @londongastroboy ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Winner will be contacted by DM on Monday 1 July 2024 and the prize must be redeemed by 1 August 2024. You must be over 18 years old to enter. Please enjoy responsibly. Check my stories for more highlights. Kanpai 乾杯! [AD]⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ 🎌🍣🍺 #japanesefood #sushi #ビール #postitfortheaesthetic #londonlife #salud #cheers #mixology #乾杯 #soulfood #🍣

#Bistrot 🇫🇷 London’s love for French cuisine continues with @jackson_boxer ’s @henri__henrietta a French bistro with the @experimentalgroup in Covent Garden. Expect modern French cuisine with a British twist inside a beautiful dining room with all the touches you expect from Experimental and sublimely clever food from Jackson Boxer. What to order: 🇫🇷 Quail’s Eggs, Mushroom Salt 🇫🇷 Seaweed Canelé, Crème Crue, Trout Roe 🇫🇷 Raw Beef, Duck Liver, Pommes Allumettes 🇫🇷 Grilled Snails, Green Garlic, Veal Rice 🇫🇷 Brixham Cod, Crab Bisque, Lime Leaf 🇫🇷 Roast Duck, Blood Orange & Green Olive 🇫🇷 Riz Au Lait, Poached Apricots, Dulce De Leche Don’t miss the seaweed canele, beef tartare and duck liver parfait (genius), roast duck and blood orange, and the snails in divinely rich veal rice which ticks all the boxes for me and is one of the best things I’ve eaten this year. The rice pudding was interesting and would suit a sweet tooth. Thank you to Jackson and the Experimental Group for a stunning lunch. Cannot wait to see what the future holds! Check my stories for more highlights. [pr] 🍴🥂🇫🇷🇬🇧 . . . . . #frenchcuisine #miammiam #coventgarden #londonbylondoners #foodvideos #brasserie #frenchinlondon

#InternationalSushiDay 🎌 For International Sushi Day, I am celebrating in style with @sapporouk and @sticksnsushi.uk Sapporo is one of the world’s leading brands and the No. 1 Asian beer in the US. Created in 1876 utilising traditional German brewing techniques elevated with Japanese artistry, it is a true fusion of East meets West. Sapporo’s clean, crisp taste pairs perfectly with a delicious selection of sashimi, nigiri and maki from Sticks ‘n’ Sushi. In honour of International Sushi Day I am launching a special COMPETITION this week. TURN ON post and story notifications for @londongastroboy @sapporouk so you don’t miss out! Please enjoy Sapporo responsibly. Kanpai 乾杯! [AD] 🍺🍣⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #sushiporn #寿司 #seafoodlovers⁣ #londonbylondoners #foodreel #streetfoodlover #乾杯

#Fortnums 🧺 Celebrating the start of National Picnic Week with @fortnums first-ever hamper partnership: ‘Curated By...Sabrina Ghayour’ a very limited-edition hamper edit, created by chef and food writer @sabrinaghayour and all her favourite Fortnum’s flavours.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Handpicked by Sabrina Ghayour from Fortnum & Mason’s Piccadilly store, the ‘Curated By’ hamper is packed with a selection of biscuits, condiments, spices, tea, and tipples to celebrate the tenth anniversary of Sabrina’s cookbook, Persiana, including⁣ ⁣ 🧺 Fortnum & Mason x Sabrina Ghayour Amalthea Persiana Gi n 🧺 Fortnum’s Sparkling Tea⁣ 🧺 Fortnum’s Pistachio Turkish Delight Tin⁣ 🧺 Fortnum’s @181fortnums Sauce⁣ 🧺 Piccadilly Lemon Curd Biscuits⁣ 🧺 Shropshire Ling Heather Honey⁣ 🧺 Fortnum’s Picnic Mustard⁣ 🧺 Breakfast Blend Tea⁣ 🧺 Burlington Breakfast Marmalade⁣ 🧺 Raspberry Preserve⁣ 🧺 Sabrina Ghayour Persiana Spice Blend⁣ 🧺 Sabrina Ghayour Bazaar Spice Blend⁣ ⁣ An absolutely sublime hamper showcasing all of Fortnum’s favourites curated by Sabrina, with only a very limited number available. Thank you to Fortnums and Sabrina for this beautiful hamper! Check my stories for more highlights. [ad]⁣ ⁣ 🧺🍪🍯🫖🍾🇬🇧⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #chefsofig #picnics #londonbylondoners #parklife #londonparks #foodphotography #london🇬🇧

#FrenchCuisine 🥂 In 1766 Monsieur Lefèvre, wine merchant to Louis XV, King of France, set up shop in the 6th arrondisement in Paris at 51 Quai des Grands Augustins, and the rest is history. Lapérouse is the first restaurant to be awarded three Michelin stars back in 1933 and for more than two centuries, guests and literary greats have flocked to the elegant private Salons to share in the magic of its “joie de vivre”. ⁣⁣ In London the first @cafelaperouse.london is set within the @theowo.london with a glass pavillion taking centre stage in the courtyard. On the table: 🇫🇷 6 French Oysters ⁣ 🇫🇷 Foie Gras, Citrus Chutney⁣⁣ ⁣⁣🇫🇷 Sea Bass Tartare,Extra Virgin Olive Oil⁣⁣ 🇫🇷 Limousin Veal Chop, Café De Paris Butter⁣⁣ 🇫🇷 Black Truffle Rigatoni⁣⁣ 🇫🇷 Lapérouse’s Chocolate Soufflé (Since 1776⁣⁣) Classic French cuisine with a modern twist, beautiful interiors and a cracking wine list that lives up to its legacy. Don’t miss the seabass tartare, veal chop and chocolate soufflé. Thank you to the team who took such great care of us! Check my stories for more highlights. [pr] 🍴🥂🇫🇷 . . . . . #theartofplating #londonfoodies #seafoodlovers #miammiam #foodvideo

#CasaSeabird 🦞 Channelling the Balearics in the capital, @seabirdlondon has transformed into ‘Casa Seabird’ for the summer in partnership with @casamigos with Mediterranean-inspired eats and killer tipples from Casamigos.⁣ ⁣ On the table: 🦪 Dressed Oysters, Casamigos Blanco, Lime, Chilli, Shallot 🐠 Sea Trout Ceviche, Tiger’s Milk, Blood Orange 🦑 Fried Calamari, Lemon, Red Pepper Aioli 🦐 Gambas Al Ajillo 🦀 Dressed Brixham Crab Brown Crab Butter, Cox’s Apple, Caviar 🦞 Whole Lobster Rice, Seashore Salsa 🍰 Burnt Basque Cheesecake All best paired with Casamigos’ Frozen Palomita, Casa Caliente, Truffle Negroní or Condor. Thanks to @thehoxtonhotel and Seabird teams for a great sky high dinner! Casa Seabird is on all summer with DJs Thursday to Saturday. Check my stories for more highlights. [pr] 🦞🥃🌞 . . . . . #seafoodrestaurant #londonbylondoners #lobsterlover #rooftopping #foodvideos

#Brasserie 🇬🇧 A stunning meal at @kerridgesbandg the first London restaurant by @cheftomkerridge in the @corinthialondon , one of the capital’s true grand hotels. Tom’s brought much of the team, produce and inspiration from Marlow focusing on British dishes and the best of British ingredients. On the table: 🇬🇧 “A Moon Shaped Pool “ - Great British Menu 2023 | Lobster Tail with Thai Green Velouté, Salty Fingers, Marinated Cucumber and Exmoor Caviar⁣ 🇬🇧 English Asparagus Royale with Smoked Egg Yolk, Confit Lemon and Morels⁣ 🇬🇧 North Sea Cod Bouillabaisse with St. Austell Bay Mussels, Fennel, Crab Brioche and Red Prawn Tempura⁣ 🇬🇧 Double Wagyu Burger with Homemade Cheese Slice, Pulled Brisket, Truffle Remoulade and Chips⁣ 🇬🇧“Balloon Girl” - Great British Menu 2023 | Raspberry and Rose Cheesecake with Chocolate Raspberry Torte and Blackcurrant ‘Pate de Fruit’⁣ 🇬🇧 Paris-Brest, Milk Chocolate, Hazelnut and Frangelico Caramel⁣ A spectacular meal from start to finish including two @greatbritishmenu dishes. The @radiohead inspired “A Moon Shaped Pool’ and @banksy ’s reworked “Love is in the Bin” Balloon Girl dessert. Thank you to the Drone Queen @crazycatladyldn for the best company and the entire Kerridge’s team for the flawless hospitality. A great British icon on the London restaurant scene. Highly recommended! Check my stories for more highlights. [pr] . . . . . #bistro #finedininglovers #londonbylondoners #foodart #theartofplating #foodvideos