Shannon Bennett's London : a personal guide to the city's best /
Bennett, Shannon,author.
Murray, Scott,1951-author.
"From Michelin starred restaurants to local bistros and from luxury hotels to rooms with a view, this unique guide journeys through the unsurpassed culinary experiences in the great city of London. Seen through the eyes of Shannon Bennett--one of Australia's most highly acclaimed chefs and restaurateurs--and travel writer Scott Murray, Shannon Bennett's London is a fascinating guidebook that delves into the diversity that London and its outer regions has to offer from an internationally recognised voice in the culinary world. Across the book's 12 chapters, they explore boutique hotels, fine dining restaurants and hip and trendy eateries--always comparing and contrasting their thoughts on the experiences. From Ducasse to Masgouf House, Lebanese restaurants to iconic pub food, the chapters also include peppered notes of interest from the authors such as the best coffee in town, great English cookbooks, iconic London films and the best London treats to be had. Fully illustrated and complete with a collection of recipes from Shannon himself, which are inspired by their incredible dining experiences, this highly personalised handbook offers a new perspective on one of the world's most popular destinations."--Publisher's website.
Includes index.
What London means to me -- A word from Scott -- A few dining tips -- A few hotel tips -- A question of names and addresses -- A question of area -- Mayfair -- Soho -- St James's -- Strand, Covent Garden -- Belgravia, Victoria -- Regent's Park, Marylebone, Fitzrovia -- Bloomsbury & Holborn, King's Cross, Primrose Hill -- Bayswater & Maida Vale -- City of London, Clerkenwell & Finsbury, Islington, Shoreditch, Spitalfields -- Chelsea, Earl's Court, Hyde Park & Knightsbridge, South Kensington -- Kensington, North Kensington & Notting Hill -- Southwark & Bermondsey -- Greater London & beyond.
"From Michelin starred restaurants to local bistros and from luxury hotels to rooms with a view, this unique guide journeys through the unsurpassed culinary experiences in the great city of London. Seen through the eyes of Shannon Bennett--one of Australia's most highly acclaimed chefs and restaurateurs--and travel writer Scott Murray, Shannon Bennett's London is a fascinating guidebook that delves into the diversity that London and its outer regions has to offer from an internationally recognised voice in the culinary world. Across the book's 12 chapters, they explore boutique hotels, fine dining restaurants and hip and trendy eateries--always comparing and contrasting their thoughts on the experiences. From Ducasse to Masgouf House, Lebanese restaurants to iconic pub food, the chapters also include peppered notes of interest from the authors such as the best coffee in town, great English cookbooks, iconic London films and the best London treats to be had. Fully illustrated and complete with a collection of recipes from Shannon himself, which are inspired by their incredible dining experiences, this highly personalised handbook offers a new perspective on one of the world's most popular destinations."--Publisher's website.
Bennett, Shannon
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