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chocolate truffles

Gin Truffles

Buried in a clock of dark chocolate, lies a kick of 1920s bootlegger bathtub gin. It’s mysterious, rambunctious and a little bit naughty. With herbaceous notes and hints of floral, these dark chocolate gin truffles will make you swoon.

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Homemade Gin

Having a longtime desire to create my own homemade, or bathtub, gin, I finally got a-making and there’s no turning back now. Gin is a neutral spirit with a predominant flavour of juniper berry, and then whatever combination of botanicals you desire. For those of us who do not have […]

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Kurobuta

Remeniscent of a Sydney-style Asian fusion restaurant – think Ms G’s or Longrain – it’s no surprise that Kurobuta is run by an Aussie. After a stellar career in London, Australian chef Scott Hallsworth is going from strength to strength with Kurobuta winning many industry accolades. After a long day […]

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Pizza Pilgrims

Having eaten at Pizza Pilgrims almost twice in the one week, it is safe to say, it’s damn good. With more traditional toppings, such as the Smoked Napoli – olives, capers, fior di latte, basil, smoked anchovies, parmesan and oregano (pictured), the crust is what makes these pizzas standout. With […]

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Burger Craft

Having made quite a dent in London’s burger scene, but thankful it hasn’t had the reverse effect on me and created quite a bulge, last weekend I was introduced to a real little ripper (pardon my Aussie): Burger Craft. Located at four PubLove London pubs, the Exmouth Arms in Euston […]

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Crosstown Doughnuts 2

I have sung the praises of Crosstown Doughnuts before, but it’s a tune worthing singing. Make way for the Choc Cinnamon Scroll with Passionfruit Curd. Once you reach the explosion of tart, yellow heaven in the centre you’ll know why the girl in the shop (with the funky shirt), said […]