Daily Archives: 2013-03-10

Sophisticated Indian Flavours at Zaika Restaurant, London (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-03-10 by tikichris

Head chef Navin Prasad’s kitchen delivers refined and delicate dishes that nonetheless check the boxes for filling and yummy. Case in point is the hearty yet dainty starter, pan-seared spiced scallops with sautéed cavolo nero and pumpkin sauce. Equally delicious, a main course of king prawns simmered in a rich coconut cream sauce flavoured with lime leaf proves curry prowess and gourmet subtly needn’t be mutually exclusive attributes. Continue reading →

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A Beguiling Ode to Great Britain at Alvin Leung’s Bo London (CDCLifestyle)

Posted on 2013-03-10 by tikichris

It’s been a little over a month now, yet I still find myself carrying on about how lovely my dining experience at Bo London was. I’ve enjoyed a fair number of fine meals since but, still, something about my time there lingers. Odds are my dinner will go down as the best meal of the year. And if not, well then, the rest of 2013 promises to be one of exquisite culinary delight. Continue reading →

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Wine of the Month: Soryu Koshu 2010

Posted on 2013-03-10 by tikichris

Japanese wine … yes, by “wine” as in fermented grape juice. Who knew? Not me until very recently when I attended the fourth annual Koshu of Japan UK Trade and Press Tasting late last month at the Westbury Hotel. Continue reading →