Editor's Desk -London

At Mavi, The Charcoal Grill Is The Main Attraction

Photo: Fire does the talking at Mavi, where succulent lamb, smoky kebabs and crisp lahmacun celebrate the generous pleasures of the Turkish table. Charcoal Cooking, Generous Plates And A Dining Room Full Of Mediterranean Warmth Mavi brings Turkish warmth to Kenilworth with crisp homemade-style lahmacun, excellent charcoal-grilled lamb, generous mixed kebabs and a colourful dining…

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The Indian Streatery Turns Family Cooking Into One of Birmingham’s Most Enjoyable Indian Dining Experiences

Photo: At The Indian Streatery, family tradition and street-food creativity come together in a kitchen built around flavour, generosity and Punjabi heritage. Street-Food Energy, Punjabi Flavours And The Warmth Of A Family Kitchen The Indian Streatery combines Birmingham street-food spirit with warm family hospitality, serving playful paneer fries, vibrant chaat, theatrical pani puri and a…

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Nigar Parvin Reveals the Secrets Behind Britain’s Beloved Curry House Cuisine and the Journey That Shaped a Lifetime of Culinary Discovery

Photo: Chef Nigar Parvin brings more than 5 years of culinary experience to British Indian restaurant cuisine, combining tradition, travel, and teaching to inspire confident home cooks. The Curry Was Never the Secret—Understanding It Was Chef Nigar shares how decades of restaurant experience, global travel, and teaching inspired him to demystify British Indian restaurant cooking,…

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Iftehar Ahmed Grew Up at Bombay. Now He’s Preparing It for the Next Generation.

Photo: Ahmed combines entrepreneurial instinct with remarkable resilience, protecting his family’s culinary heritage while confidently preparing Bombay for a new generation. For Iftehar Ahmed, 45 Years Is Only Part of the Bombay Story Iftehar Ahmed reflects on Bombay Restaurant’s 45-year journey, revealing how family, fresh ingredients, calculated risks, innovation and old-fashioned hospitality have helped a…

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Lime Cafe & Restaurant Turns a £9.99 Lamb Biryani Into Kingsland Road’s Best Surprise

Photo: The chef at Lime Cafe & Restaurant brings traditional flavours to Kingsland Road, serving a generously portioned lamb biryani that celebrates honest, affordable comfort food. A Cosy Neighbourhood Café Serving Honest Comfort Food That Delivers Far More Than Its Price Suggests Lime Cafe & Restaurant surprises diners with a generous, flavourful £9.99 lamb biryani….

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Bulbul Brings Contemporary Indian Dining to London’s Tudor Street

Bulbul Arrives In London Bulbul opens on 18 July at 25 Tudor Street, introducing a contemporary Indian dining experience with regionally inspired small plates, innovative cocktails, immersive interiors and an intimate private dining room. LONDON — A new destination for contemporary Indian dining is set to arrive in the capital as Bulbul opens its doors…

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FUKO Brings Korean Street Food To Crystal Palace With Flair And Flavour

Photo: FUKO’s signature dishes celebrate Korean street food with inventive fusion, vibrant flavours and beautifully executed comfort food made fresh to order. Modern Korean Fusion Done Brilliantly FUKO blends authentic Korean street food with global inspiration, delivering vibrant flavours, creative fusion dishes, welcoming hospitality and a stylish dining experience in the heart of Crystal Palace….

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A Masterclass in Central Asian Comfort: Uzbek Corner Wins The 2026 Best of Taste Asia Street Food Award

The 2026 Best of Taste Asia – Street FoodRich in history, generous in flavour and deeply comforting, the Uzbek Pilov served at Uzbek Corner is a masterclass in authentic Central Asian cooking. Every grain of rice is perfectly cooked, delicately infused with the juices of slow-braised meat, aromatic cumin and carefully balanced spices, while the…

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Taste Asia Magazine Launches Worldwide in Print Across 190+ Countries

Celebrating Asian Cuisine, Culture, Arts, Business, and Lifestyle Through Global Storytelling London – UK Taste Asia is proud to announce the successful launch of the inaugural issue of Taste Asia Magazine, now available in print in more than 190 countries through an extensive global distribution network spanning over 40,000 retail outlets, bookstores, libraries, and online…

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Why Chef Steven Heap Believes Simplicity Is the Highest Form of Culinary Excellence

After Visiting Nearly 70 Countries, One Truth About Food Still Endures Chef Steven Heap reflects on four decades of culinary excellence, celebrating Indian cuisine, global traditions, education, authenticity and the enduring belief that confidence, simplicity and heritage create exceptional food. F ew chefs embody the spirit of lifelong learning, culinary craftsmanship and cultural appreciation quite like…

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