The Pear Tree
I’m almost averse to letting you in on this little secret. The archetypal old man boozer gone posh, the Pear Tree is the kind…
L’Enclume
Simon Rogan is one of our finest wizards seen whipping up puddings that looked like dust but wowed Pru Leith on the Great British…
The Pig Hotel
The only problem I have with The Pig Hotel is that their £300 starting rate doesn’t even throw in breakfast so you’ll need to…
Red Lion Freehouse & Troutbeck Guest House
You always know the food is going to be good when the website of your destination seems to advertise an old boozer rather than…
The Gunton Arms
North Norfolk has ‘for all men’ on its label. Surely the main reason to head to The Gunton Arms is the menu all hulking…
The Wild Rabbit
Imagine Daylesford Organic doing overnight stays. Well they do. So pack your bags and head off to Lady Bamford’s vision of gastropub extraordinaire at…
The Devonshire Arms
Mention you’re going to The Devonshire Arms and you can drop in that your hosts are to be the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. Add…
The Village Pub
Avoid those swanky Gloucestershire hotels with price tags to shock and head for the Village Pub in Barnsley. Foodie gems are ten-a-penny in this…
Felin Fach Griffin
The Felin Fach Griffin has opened their arms to guests for over 12 years. You have got to be doing something seriously right to…
Feathered Nest Country Inn
A Cotswold classic, The Feathered Nest Country Inn is one of our favourites. With all the appropriate labels – ‘Best Pub of the Year…
The Bull at Ditchling
The Bull at Ditchling is one to ditch the iPhone (sorry, we couldn’t resist) and settle into the leather sofa by the fire whiling…
The Scarlet Hotel
If you’re ever in doubt of where to go, we’d recommend heading to Cornwall. We’d rather spend our Summer holidays there rather than heading…
Coworth Park
Set in 240 acres of prized parkland amidst Windsor’s Great Park, Coworth Park is big and bold. Part of the Dorchester Collection it sits…
Salcombe Harbour Hotel
With sea views to chew your own arm off for and a luxury spa, Salcombe Harbour Hotel has it all. It’s a safe bet for…
The Commander
You could be lazy and take your parents to Côte. But the last time I went I had 3 children attached to my ankle…
The Spencer Arms
The Spencer Arms is found on the way to Barnes but you can take a walk and you can jolly well earn that lunch….
The Avalon
The Avalon is one of those rare Clapham gems that offers a great boozer but also a rather inviting menu. Much as we love…
The Crooked Billet
The Crooked Billet is a real destination for any food lover. Henley in itself is a great little day trip, within easy reach of…
The Havelock Tavern
Good pub grub in the rather sophisticated surroundings of The Havelock Tavern has meant this down-to-earth pub in the heart of Brook Green has…
The Albion
North London knows how to do good pubs and they don’t disappoint with their much loved Albion. It’s easy to stumble upon endless watering…
Molé Taco Bar
Molé Taco Bar may seem like a punchy choice: tequila is not always the most sensible way to start a date. But it works for…
Polpo
Going to the theatre used to mean rushed suppers choosing the simplest fare on the menu whilst counting down the minutes to curtains up….
Colbert
Colbert has quite the prime location in London’s fashionable Chelsea. Urban legend has it that the freeholder of this prime real estate walked into…
Balthazar
Balthazar has been a New York favourite for foodies and celebs since 1997. They’ve now introduced their chic all-day brasserie experience to the heart…
Riding House Cafe
Small plate sharing menus are all the rage. The Riding House Café do this better than anyone else. Sadly service could be improved (I…
La Poule au Pot
The eponymous Chelsea landmark La Poule au Pot offers long drawn-out lunches watching the Sloanes battle their shopping bags home from their weekly shopping…
Ronnie Scotts
Ronnie Scotts is a London staple for hosting the finest jazz since 1959. It doesn’t matter if you’re a fan of Dave Mathews or…
The Engineer
A favourite for the Primrose Hill locals, The Engineer is a hearty reliable venue for a great Sunday lunch with the parents. Open for…
Charlotte Street Hotel
Charlotte Street Hotel has a real charm to it offering relaxed luxury in spades. Kit Kemp decorates the Firmdale hotels with her eclectic, sumptuous fabrics…
The Mayor of Scaredy Cat Town
If you’re looking for a date that will add an extra twist then head to Shoreditch and the unique offering that is The Mayor…
