Patrick Dunne

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Is London's Hottest New Restaurant Worth The Hype?

1 week ago | thehandbook.com | Patrick Dunne

London has, to my knowledge, roughly a million great Italian restaurants, which makes it difficult for any new ones to really make a splash. And yet, Nina, which opened in March in the heart of Marylebone, has already become one of London’s hottest bookings. It’s a place where having a reservation already constitutes an in-the-know cultural signifier akin to a Mubi subscription or Barry Can’t Swim tickets, and is already running amok on TikTok.
Eat The Tube: The Best Restaurants In Notting Hill

1 week ago | thehandbook.com | Patrick Dunne

Famed worldwide for picture-perfect streets, a world-class market, and of course, that rom-com, Notting Hill, is one of London’s premier destinations for food. So, whether you want a blow-out dinner at a celebrity-approved restaurant or perfect pancakes to kick-start the day, these are the hotspots to bookmark for your next visit. Scroll down to see these spots mapped out.
The Best Immersive Food & Drink Experiences In London

1 month ago | thehandbook.com | Patrick Dunne

London is packed with great restaurants and bars, but sometimes you need something just a little out of the ordinary. Be it a birthday, hen-do or ice-breaking team socials, immersive experiences are all the better when there’s some food and drink involved. From dining in the dark and taking part in a murder mystery to living it in a moonshine saloon, here are some of London’s best immersive dining and drinking spots to book.
A Stunning New Floral Installation Has Just Been Unveiled In London

1 month ago | thehandbook.com | Hamish Powell |Patrick Dunne

Spring is firmly in bloom in London, and we’ve been taking in all the cherry blossom, wisteria and jasmine we can find. But the parks aren’t the only places you can find some floral displays – luxury Marylebone hotel The BoTree has unveiled a stunning immersive flower installation in collaboration with renowned florist and artist Hamish Powell. About the installationThe six-week installation features Powell’s signature style, an interplay between structure and wildness.
The 14 Best Breakfast Spots in London

1 month ago | thehandbook.com | Patrick Dunne

The most important meal of the day, they say – though I’ve never really known who ‘they’ are – but for Londoners, breakfast is a meal you’re least likely to eat out for. We’re talking about breakfast here, not brunch, 10:30am at the latest. It’s a shame, because London has such good and varied options you could just as happily eat breakfast out and dinner in, rather than the usual inverse. You’d probably save money too.
Is This The Best Hotel Restaurant In London? We Have Thoughts

1 month ago | thehandbook.com | Patrick Dunne

There aren’t many chefs in the world who sign on the bottom line of a contract to open a restaurant and it gets the fanfare of a football transfer, but Mauro Colagreco’s takeover at Raffles London at the Owo was one. The hotel opening itself was already a big deal, a first London outpost from the historic Singaporean luxury hotel group set within the old war offices.
8 Great May Bank Holiday Getaways To Book

1 month ago | thehandbook.com | Patrick Dunne

May has a strong claim to be the best month to travel in. The first of the good weather without the melting heat of July and August, bank holidays to keep annual leave in your pocket, lower prices than peak season and fewer crowds. Almost everywhere in Europe is at its best in May, but if you’re eyeing up that late bank holiday weekend and still not sure where to go, we’ve rounded up a list of places you should consider, from crystal clear beaches and hiking to historic cities.
10 Best Georgian Restaurants In London

1 month ago | thehandbook.com | Patrick Dunne

Georgian food might just be the most underrated in London. With Persian and Caucasus influence, its cuisine has been developed over thousands of years, creating rich, complex and delicious flavours. From iconic dishes like khinkali, khachapuri, and a host of stews and salads, to one of the best wines in the world, this is a paradise for foodies. And London has some great authentic spots, ranging from sleek, modern openings to family-run neighbourhood spots.
11 Best Short Books You Can Read In One Sitting

1 month ago | thehandbook.com | Patrick Dunne

There’s nothing worse than a reading slump, where few books seem to grab your attention, and the thought of finding the time to get through 400-odd pages feels almost impossible. The best way we’ve found to break through it is to pick up a shorter novel – not only do they take up less time, but they get right to the action, they can often be read in just one sitting.
10 Unique Things To Do This Weekend

1 month ago | thehandbook.com | Patrick Dunne

We only have a two-day weekend this time, but there’s so much packed into it, as summer activities really start clicking into gear. Whether you’re heading to the London Marathon, the Brick Lane Jazz Festival or fancy checking off new restaurants and exhibitions from your list, here are all the best ways you can spend this coming weekend.