City of Seven Hills: Part Two
Nota Bene has just returned from Portugal’s capital, where we were charmed by its cobbled streets, quaint buildings and stunning bridges. In the second instalment of our Lisbon round-up, we take a look at the city's best restaurants…
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Mark Collins
Anthony Lassman talks to Mark Collins about his Provençal roots, his love of Pinot Noir and the challenges of gluten-free catering…
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A Foolproof Formula
Nota Bene reviews 34, the recently opened Mayfair steakhouse from the man behind The Ivy, and finds another Richard Caring recipe for success...
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Une Petite Tranche
At last, a credible addition to Chelsea café culture (or lack of) we thought, when renowned artisan bakery Poilâne recently opened its first Cuisine de Bar in London…
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A Marque Of Distinction
Family-run champagne house Roger-Constant Lemaire makes a sparkling impression on the Nota Bene team
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Hitting the Mark
Often unimpressed by the Jean-Georges stable of restaurants, will his latest offering hit the mark?
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Juan y Andrea
On a recent visit to the island of Formentera, Nota Bene enjoyed a leisurely lunch at Juan y Andrea and sampled their excellent paella
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A Cut Above
Nota Bene always aims to be first at new openings so reviewing Cut was a must on our early September ‘hotlist’
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Vittorio Dall’O
Nota Bene talks to one of the veterans of hospitality about great food, great wine and why French is not always best
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Pierre Gagnaire
Anthony Lassman talks to Pierre Gagnaire about his St Tropez restaurant, Colette, and his ever expanding culinary empire
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Tsuyoshi Murakami
While in London to showcase his award-winning food at The Loft Project, Nota Bene met up with Chef Tsuyoshi Murakami to discuss his unique take on traditional Japanese cuisine
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Dinner
Inspired by historic British gastronomy, Heston Blumenthal opens his first London restaurant at the Mandarin Oriental, Hyde Park
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Amaranto
Having spurned the obligatory celebrity chef and opted for a soft opening, Four Seasons Hotel London on Park Lane has high hopes for its new restaurant
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Heston Blumenthal
The 31st of January will see the opening of Dinner by Heston Blumenthal at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, taking inspiration from historic British recipes. Nota Bene talks to the much fêted chef about delving into cooking’s past and why he has finally taken the plunge into the London restaurant scene…
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Sarment
From wine novices to connoisseurs, Sarment Wine Club is the ultra-exclusive fine wine advisory service which provides those with a love of wine with the means to fill their cellars to the brim
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The Savoy Grill
As part of a lavish refurbishment of one of London’s most iconic hotels, the Savoy Grill has reopened as a Gordon Ramsay restaurant under Chef Patron Stuart Gillies and Head Chef Andy Cook. Ever on the pulse of London’s hotel and restaurant scene, Nota Bene went to see if reality matched the hype…
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Moroccan Wine
The recent refinement in Moroccan wine is surely indicative of a greater shift towards quality and finesse. Nota Bene scours the 'Red City' for the finest domestic wines available
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Vannulo Farm
The only certified organic buffalo farm in Italy, Vannulo produces the most remarkable buffalo mozzarella that is handmade, fresh daily in the farm’s pristine dairy...
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The Art Of Cooking
Taking a day out of one’s schedule to enjoy the art of fine cooking is something we rarely have time or need for – as someone else is doing it all for us
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Nuno Mendes
Having grow up in Portugal, Nuno's passion for cuisine was sparked by his love for Portuguese seafood, which is still featured heavily in his menu's today. Working on the family farm, he gained a deep connection with the land and the importance of how food is produced. Following training at the California Culinary Academy, Nuno began working as a chef. His passion for food has led him to study numerous different cuisines, and his career has led him to the finest restaurants in the United States and Europe, including Jean Georges in New York City, Coyote Cafe in Santa Fe, and a brief internship at El Bulli in Roses. Recent projects have included Nuno’s acclaimed restaurant Bacchus and his innovative private supper club, The Loft.
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Insider Restaurants Mallorca
We’ve seen a renewed interest in Mallorca as a destination, Pollença in particular, which has much to commend it: pretty countryside, charming villages, a dramatic coastline of hidden bays and coves (best explored by boat), and villas that offer far better value than St Tropez or Ibiza in high season...
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Dock Kitchen
Off the less-fashionable northern end of Ladbroke Grove in north Notting Hill, overlooking a canal, the enclosed largely glass space of this innovative restaurant is approached through a large front terrace raised above a gated courtyard...
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Arte Antwerp
The finest Italian food in Antwerp is to be found at at Arte bvba on Suikerrui 24 just off the main cathedral square. Just ask Ann Demeulemeester, Dries van Noten or any of the city’s opinion-formers, all of whom adore the personal welcome your get from Arte's contemporary art collector-cum-proprietor Guido, a man who knows how a glass of Ca' del Bosco should be served, just as he’s an expert on the preparation of perfect pasta and pizza.
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Gregory Castells
Gregory Castells has selected wines for some of the world's most prestigious restaurants and discriminating oenophiles. Now, as the wine director of Soutirage, he advises private clients.
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