Born in California, this newly opened Italian from the team behind Hakkasan has found its new home in luxury hotel, The BoTree in Marylebone. Serving sophisticated Italian cuisine with coastal Flair, the team at LAVO make fresh pasta in-house. Boasting a beautiful Mediterranean-style garden and sleek interiors, experience a chef-hosted evening led by Stephano Lorenzini.
This Borough Yards restaurant is recognised by its distinctive West-African cuisine, from the team behind Michelin-starred Akoko. The menu is centred around crispy Akara fritters with diverse fillings. Find yourself under the railway arches moments from London Bridge for a memorable chef-hosted afternoon with Elk Miotto.
Brainchild of one of Turkey’s most acclaimed chefs, Istanbul-born Civan Er, this independent neighbourhood restaurant in Soho takes its inspiration from open-fire cooking with a menu focused around modern Turkish cuisine. Combining traditional Turkish techniques with British produce, Civan has received recognition through multiple awards including ‘chef of the year’ by GQ and Time Out.
Bringing authentic flavours of Mexico to Chelsea, Ixchel London – a celebration of Mexico’s rich culinary heritage. An evening led by Head Chef Ximena Gayosso who has curated a sharing-style menu that promises authentic Mexican flavours, creatively executed using some of the best quality ingredients. Expect a comforting space full of warmth and meticulous attention to detail.
Maison François is a modern brasserie and wine bar in the heart of St James’s. Featuring an open kitchen, get a look into the action, where Executive Chef, Matthew Ryle elevates traditional French dishes. The stunningly appointed restaurant even has its own little bakery, making breads and patisserie daily.
Hidden in Borough Market and sister of Mark Dobbie’s Som Saa, Kolae centres around a live-fire cooking concept, offering guests southern Thai dishes. Guests will be guided through the menu by chef and founder Andy Oliver.
From leading female chef Lisa Goodwin-Allen, The Game Bird offers unrivalled British cuisine in the heart of St James’s. Combining innovation with familiar flavours, Chef Goodwin-Allen alongside Chef Jozef Rogulski has carefully curated a British menu boasting simple yet creative dishes.
Pahli Hill is known for producing some of the best regional Indian plates, taking inspiration from the kitchens of Mumbai. An evening hosted by world-class Indian chef Avinash Shashidhara, who gained experience at restaurants including The River Cafe before opening Pahli Hill Bandra Bhai.
This intimate Filipino restuarant, Donia promises perfectly executed dishes combining tradition and flair. Culinary star and CEO Florence Mae Maglanoc alongside Guillermo Bitanga Villasista take centre stage for this chef-hosted evening on Carnaby Street.
Inspired by Chef Ramael Scully’s travels across the world combined with his rich family heritage, this St James’s restaurant is his first solo venture. A menu showcasing culinary traditions with bold, Asian flavours and vibrant colours served in a relaxed yet refined setting.
Prize includes six bottles of Gran Vino de Rueda wine made exclusively with indigenous verdejo grapes, selected from very old certified vineyards that make small quantities of high quality wines. These represent the ultimate expression of D.O. Rueda wines from the highly acclaimed white winemaking region of Spain.
Competition opens from 8 May – midnight on 30 June 2024. Terms apply.
