News
Most Expensive Bread Loaf Made With Champagne and Gold
A baker in Wrexham has made what he believes to be Britain's most expensive bread, for people with the extra dough. Robert Didier adds champagne and 24 carat gold to the bread, which costs £25…
July 26, 2014
News
Chef Alain Ducasse Brings Rivea to London
Legendary French chef Alain Ducasse has extended the Rivea restaurant name (his other one is at Hôtel Byblos in St Tropez) to London, at the
July 13, 2014
Spotted Stories
Keep Calm and Carry On: Cocoa&Co's Cake for Her Majesty
It was an immense pleasure watching Hala Beydoun from Cocoa&Co as she artistically crafts this year's birthday cake for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of England
June 26, 2014
Travel & Tourism
With Etihad You Can Lounge and Have Your Butler
Etihad, the Abu Dhabi-based national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has created the closest thing to having you own private jet on its commercial flights. It’s called ‘The Residence’ – a…
May 05, 2014
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Reviews
The Breakfast Club: Probably the Best Pancakes in London
Breakfast is the meal of the day I love the most...While in London, I wanted to try what is considered to be the best place for breakfast. A favorite among many is The Breakfast Club and after seeing…
May 03, 2014
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London
French Food
Gardens of Babylon on the Rooftop, London
I’d been told there were two things I had to visit in London: the Shard and the roof gardens and here we were doing both during this discovery trip to the British capital. Renowned for serving…
May 01, 2014
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London
Reviews
The Owl and Pussycat: Tasting Big Apple Hot Dogs
So, why were we at Big Apple Hotdogs? We'd heard about the famous kiosk which opens only on Fridays for lunch, so we went all over the city searching for it. From one tube station to another,…
April 29, 2014
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London
Breakfast & Coffee
Breakfast at The Hoxton hotel, London
We arrived in London and were staying at the Hoxton Hotel, situated in a busy neighborhood of the capital. The first impression was strange yet good at the same time, as you have to pass through a…
April 29, 2014
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London
Burgers
Five Guys, London: Voted the Best Burger in Town
They say, "You can't visit London and not try Five Guys". Voted by many to be the best burger in town, prepare yourself to wait in line, under the rain and in the cold to have a burger from the guys…
April 28, 2014
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London
Spotted Stories
Add Spring Fashion to Tea Time
I might just pass by Berkerly Hotel next week for an afternoon tea while in London for the
April 22, 2014
News
Meet Me at the Chowzter World's Seven Tastiest Fast Feasts Awards in London
Meet Me at the Chowzter World's Seven Tastiest Fast Feasts Awards in London In less than two weeks I will be flying over to London to be part of the inaugural Chowzt
April 12, 2014
| Popular
Travel & Tourism
You're James Bond in the New Virgin Atlantic Safety Video
Virgin Atlantic launches a new safety video, an animated film, that is more likely to be watched by frequent passengers than previous traditional instructional spots. For the new project, the…
February 28, 2014
News
World Cup 2014: Capture a 'Moment of Happiness' for Coca-Cola
Make history with Coca-Cola by submitting a 10-15 second video clip inspired by 'Moments of Happiness' for the chance to be featured within the global music video for Coca-Cola's 2014 World's Cup…
February 27, 2014
Contributors
Five Guys Diner, London
Was on a trip to London and decided my cousins and I to help you out on your burger quest so they took me to this shop called 5 guys it makes a corner on Covent Garden and leicester square crossing.…
February 21, 2014
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News
Harrods Hotel Coming to Manhattan?
It has been reported that one of the world's most popular luxe department stores, Harrods, will soon be developing a hotel in Manhattan, let alone other prime locations around the world. The chairman…
February 18, 2014
News
Dubai Mall Number One Visited Mall in the World
Dubai Mall attracted 75 million visitors in 2013, making it the most visited retail destination in the world for the third consecutive year, according to a statement from the mall’s developer
January 30, 2014
Desserts & Sweets
Pay Attention: Sugar is the New Tobacco! Youth New Addiction
The growing obesity epidemic could be “halted or reversed” in less than five years if the food industry makes cuts the amount of “hidden sugar” in our food, leading doctors…
January 12, 2014
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Spotted Stories
Extreme Patriotism: What Food Would You Choose to Represent Lebanon?
I recently came across a series of images that truly captured my attention. I contacted the artist to understand more about the concept behind these attractive photos. I see flags, I see food that…
December 18, 2013
News
TV Dinner for Two Worth $600
Brrr, the thought of being cuddled up in front of the TV right now is priceless... add to the world’s most expensive TV dinner.
Made with vintage champagne, edible gold leaf and “topp
December 12, 2013
Spotted Stories
5,000 Gingerbread Cookie Christmas Tree
An army of 12 pastry chefs are baking and assembling 5,000 gingerbread cookies on an acrylic structure to create a three-meter high edible Christmas tree which was recently introduced at Corinthia…
December 05, 2013
Spotted Stories
From Instagram to Marshmallows for Christmas
A cool idea for a gift this Christmas, or in my case, it would be interesting to see some of my photos on Instagram on something edible... Well, now with UK based Boomf will take your favorite…
December 01, 2013
News
Moët & Chandon: The World’s First Champagne Vending Machine
Oooh how luxe is this vending machine. Just in time for Christmas, Moët & Chandon just unveiled the world’s first Champagne vending machine at Selfridges on Oxford Street, London. Let the festive…
November 23, 2013
Ice Cream & Gelato
Some Glow-in-the-dark Ice Cream?
Created by Charlie Harry Francis from Lick Me Delicious, England, this ice-cream, which is made of jellyfish protein, glows in the dark when licked.
November 06, 2013
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Spotted Stories
Jamie’s Italian Restaurant, Angel, UK
This is a place to visit on my next trip to London. Situated in the recently redeveloped Angel building (shortlisted for a RIBA Stirling prize in 2011) this J
October 23, 2013
News
Tea Time... Crodough Anyone?
First there was the Cronut, now there's the Dosant and the Crodough, Greggsnu, Duffin... which all seem to mean the same thing... In England today the Crodough is the new craze.
October 09, 2013
News
What your Coffee Says About You? A New Study Reveals Personality Traits of Caffeine Lovers
Clinical psychologist Dr Ramani Durvasula analysed 1,000 coffee lovers and examined common personality styles and psychological traits, looking specifically at introve
October 03, 2013
News
Burger King: Have You Heard About the Low Calorie Fries?
Burger King launches “Satisfries”, a crinkle-cut french fry with 20 percent fewer calories than their regular french fries. A small order of Satisfries will contain 270 calories as opposed to a…
September 25, 2013
Spotted Stories
Would You Fly Onboard a Glass-Bottomed Plane?
In case you missed the superb news of the first glass flooring...On a plane! Will shed some light here... Virgin Atlantic and our founder Richard Branson are once again flying in the face of ordinary…
September 02, 2013
Spotted Stories
Citizen M - London
citizenM is a new Dutch hotel group that opened their first two hotels at Schiphol Airport and in Amsterdam City in 2008 and 2009 and citizenM Glasgow in 2010. citizenM Bankside will be the fourth…
September 01, 2013
News
Limited Edition Royal Cheddar Cheese
Even cheese makers in the UK are making limited edition items in honor of the new royal baby - named “William and Kate Royal Addition”
August 02, 2013
Spotted Stories
The Guardian UK Reports: In Search of the Perfect Burger
A good burger is a thing of beauty. As two cult chains open in London, we ask if the new imports are any better than what's already on offer
Marina O'Loughlin
July 10, 2013
News
Time Out London: The World's Best Designed Restaurants in 2013 - Beirut on the List
Amazing article in Timeout London:
The world's best designed restaurants in 2013 and Beirut makes the list with two of its restaurants,
June 15, 2013
News
iTray: Food Flies Straight to Your Table
I don't know if this is good news or great news. Speedy food with no attitude from a real life waiter...? British restaurant chain YO! Sushi has launched what is apparently the world’s first…
June 11, 2013
Travel & Tourism
Virgin Megastore Champs Élysées: The Last Pictures...
I'm in Paris now. I passed by Virgin Megastore Champs Élysées and went in to look around the grand place that was once strong, while admiring the last of its existence in the French…
June 07, 2013
News
Test Tube Burgers? Order Your Burger From a Lab
Some science this morning... The New York Times posted an article "Building a $325,000 Burger" - intriguing no?
May 23, 2013
Ice Cream & Gelato
Restaurant Meets Design: DRI DRI Gelato, London
Customers will be transported to the Mediterranean in the heart of London’s bustling center enjoying their gelato DRI DRI.
May 22, 2013
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News
The Telegraph: EU to Ban Olive Oil Jugs from Restaurants
Interesting article I read today in the The Telegraph:
The European Union is to ban olive oil jugs and dipping bowls from restaurant tables in a move described by one of Britain's top cooks as…
May 20, 2013
Spotted Stories
Foodful National Flags
I just spotted the Lebanese flag made entirely from food, pita bread, diced tomatoes and cucumber and a coriander leaf as the cedar tree. This flag is among many other creatively delicious food art…
May 01, 2013
Spotted Stories
Marks&Spencer Finally in Lebanon - Will There be a Food Hall?
The much anticipated retail giants, Marks & Spencer is finally seeing the light in Lebanon. As I walked through Beirut City Centre yesterday, my heart skipped a beat
April 26, 2013
Spotted Stories
Black Cow: Vodka Made from Milk?
Black Cow is the world’s first pure milk vodka, made entirely from the milk of grass grazed cows and nothing else. Fresh whole milk makes an exceptionally smooth vodka with a unique creamy…
April 25, 2013
Spotted Stories
The World of Designers Hotels: The ME Hotel, London
The ME Hotel – the first flagship hotel in which everything, from the shell of the building to the bathroom fittings has been designed by Foster + Partners – has opened in London. An…
March 05, 2013
News
Food Fraud on the Rise. What is it?
Interesting to read this article about the increase of food fraud around the world. What is it exactly? I think it's a must that we all be aware of what's happe
January 23, 2013
News
Popup Cake Shop - Not for the Sensitive Eyes - Ideas for Halloween
How far people would go to deliver a message. This is really gruesome, I agree, but it's made of food and it's a super idea in my opinion to attract people to see and learn more about the body…
October 24, 2012
News
Offerings From Marks & Spencer
Coming back from my London food discovery week, I had the chance to enjoy many interesting places providing unique offerings. One of them is Marks & Spencer food.
October 14, 2012
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Travel & Tourism
London: A Food Lover Journey Around the City's Magical Wonders
London 2012: A Food Lover Journey Around the City's Magical Wonders
October 09, 2012
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London
Fortnum & Mason: Delicatessen at its Best in the Heart of London
Spotted Stories | London UK Europe
October 09, 2012
Spotted Stories
Fortnum & Mason: Delicatessen at its Best in the Heart of London
Fortnum & Mason often shortened to just "Fortnum's", is a department store situated in
October 09, 2012
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London
Travel & Tourism
A Culinary Journey Around Europe’s Greatest Cities: London 2012: Day2
My second day in the capital was about to get more interesting. Attending a class, learning new things and meeting new people were on the menu.
October 07, 2012
Restaurants
Pret A Manger: Who Said Fast-Food Should be Junk?
Pret creates handmade natural food avoiding the obscure chemicals, additives and preservatives common to so much of the 'prepared' and 'fast' food on the market today.
News
Food Blogger Connect, London 2012: Day2
Another day in London attending Food Blogger Connect 2012.
The Interesting Program: Getting ‘Geeky’ with Lightroom,
October 05, 2012
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London
News
Food Blogger Connect, London 2012: Day1
Food Blogger Connect (FBC), was founded in 2009, and is Europe’s first, biggest, & leading food blogger’s conference &
October 05, 2012