But I do think that fish has to be either raw and served very cold and fresh indeed, or it needs to be cooked just enough to ensure that it isn't slimy in the middle. I thoroughly approve of slow cooking in a hay crust, as does my guest who rather likes his lamb well done. I was as surprised as he was to see how very rare it was after two hours in the oven. Corrections and adjustments were made and everyone was happy with the results. It came in a lovely puff pastry bento box which had locked all the flavours in admirably well.
Puddings are excellent and well differentiated.
Elderflower jelly with champagne sorbet is a must for those wimps who would otherwise refuse puddings because their tummies are so pathetically small, or large, depending on which way you look at it. Axis has all the ingredients to be a very successful new destination once the initial wrinkles are ironed out. It's very well positioned, has excellent and friendly staff, a head chef with proven flair and a modern, sharp, smart ambience. We've heard great things about One Aldwych's second restaurant, Indigo which features many lighter style dishes. Indeed, my same guest as above, who's been twice, rated it highly horny.