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The Rich Man’s Stew: Fesenjan at Seymour Kitchen
As the evenings grow colder and darker, there is one indulgence in particular that I begin to crave: fesenjan.
Matthew Pellow
Feb 24, 20252 min read
The Willows: The Sunday Brunch You Didn’t Know You Needed
For most people in the Western world, Sunday is known to be the day of relaxation, resetting and, most importantly, brunch.
Mariza Michailidou
Nov 27, 20243 min read
Indian Veg: Angel’s Quirky Vegetarian Indian Buffet
Walking along Chapel Market, Indian Veg is difficult to miss, with its garish signage that beckons passersby with promises of a feast.
Matthew Pellow
Nov 18, 20243 min read
Knoops: Making Willy Wonka Proud Since 2013
With cold winter days approaching and Christmas spirit in the air, we cannot go any longer without knowing where to get hot chocolate.
Lago Starck
Nov 13, 20244 min read
Humble Crumble: A Not-so-humble Crumble Empire
Humble Crumble has been on my to-try list ever since I found out that I would move to London.
Mariza Michailidou
Nov 10, 20242 min read
Biriyani: More Than Just Rice and Meat
Biryani has become an everlasting symbol of the multicultural world we live in. Originating in Iran, biryani traces its linguistic roots to birinj , Persian for rice, as well as birian , Persian for ‘fried before cooking’. The most widely accepted origin story of biryani places its creation in the royal kitchens of the Mughals, who ruled India from the 15th to the 18th century. The story goes that Queen Mumtaz, for whom incidentally the Taj Mahal was commissioned, had visit
Kanchan Palakode
Oct 9, 20245 min read
Eating and Drinking My Way Around Bucharest
Explore the best places to eat and drink in Bucharest, from charming cafés like Artichoke Social House to hidden gems such as Suta de Grame.
Clara Goilav
Aug 31, 20244 min read
Finding Home at C&R Café: A Malaysian Culinary Oasis in London
Living in London is certainly no joke for international students, especially when you’re suddenly hit with cravings for your favorite foods from home, which, unfortunately, do not exist at your nearest Tesco or food market. Though London is celebrated for its multicultural status, featuring a wide array of cuisines to indulge in, the food found here most definitely does not quite capture the essence of home. As a fellow Malaysian here in London, there are times when I miss th
Renee Chu Jae Yi
Dec 12, 20236 min read


A Day Out In... Soho
Photo by David Skinner via Flickr (licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0) Ah, Soho. The land of underground boutiques, cutting-edge eats and...
Harry Anstey-Walsh
Nov 24, 20235 min read
Borough Market: A Culinary Oasis or Just an Instagram Trend?
London is renowned for its eloquent cultural engagement. Many contend that Borough Market is the centre of London's culinary culture. However, is this reputation genuine, or is it primarily influenced by Instagram stories? I have high standards for flavour, having been raised in a culture where food is not merely a necessity but also an experience. A supper feels like a warm embrace to me. Food has the ability to bring people together, fostering mutual appreciation and compre
Ayçiçek Balbina Sadik
Oct 9, 20233 min read
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