Food & Drink

If there’s one thing I’ve genuinely learned since being on a bit of a health and fitness kick, it’s that protein-rich foods actually work – when they come from real food.

China Tang at The Dorchester will host Hiroyasu Kayama, owner of Tokyo’s renowned Bar Benfiddich, for an exclusive one-night guest bartender takeover on 4 March 2026.

Searches for health shots are up 127% compared to last year with over 175k searches in the last month. As the ‘bio-hacking’ trend grows and people look for more ways to increase their nutrient intake, health shots are in huge demand.

From 9 March, Michelin-starred chef Nieves Barragán Mohacho takes over The Donovan Bar at Brown’s Hotel for a three-month residency, bringing bold Spanish flavours and flair to one of Mayfair’s most iconic cocktail destinations.

Fulham favourite, The White Horse, affectionately known as ‘The Sloaney Pony,’ is now welcoming pub-goers following its stunning refurbishment.

So I started properly looking into protein: what it actually is, why we need it, and whether this sudden obsession is justified – or just another wellness trend wrapped in expensive packaging.

Warm, soft, and endlessly adaptable, savoury pancakes feel a bit indulgent but are secretly one of those “use what’s in the fridge” dinners that save you from another night of toast.

What’s on the menu for Valentine’s night? For me, it’s always going to be something comforting. I’ve always loved a bit of stodge, and if we’re talking elevated stodge, then nothing quite hits the mark like the sort of shepherd’s pie you’d order in somewhere like The Ivy.

Cheese is often written off by people who train regularly, dismissed as too fatty or indulgent to fit into a muscle-building diet.

With Pancake Day fast approaching on February 17, many of us are already planning our favourite toppings, from classic lemon and sugar to indulgent stacks loaded with fruit, cream and syrup.