The Yellow Bittern, London: ‘Leaves you muttering about school dinners’ – restaurant review
A new destination in Kings Cross turns its back on mod cons to cater to a fantasy of past times
Rick Stein: ‘I’m open to most things, but I can’t stand chocolate and marshmallow’
The chef and broadcaster on growing up on a farm, the best post-booze food, and why running a restaurant was never his ambition
What’s the silliest question you can ask a restaurant critic? (And yes, I have the answer)
It’s fair to say that, after 25 years of writing reviews, I have eaten in a lot of restaurants. But I’ve always thought it ludicrous to pick a favourite
Joseph’s Brasserie, London: ‘Let’s celebrate’ – restaurant review
With its smoky flavours and heady scents, this new west London restaurant showcases the best of Lebanese food
Mauby, London: ‘Exactly the vibe you want’ – restaurant review
The great spicy tastes of the Caribbean have been given a thorough shakedown at this eminently affordable, friendly new place in Brockley
1 York Place, Bristol: ‘Does the job beautifully’ – restaurant review
The eclectic menu here wanders right across Europe – but diners will want to stay right where they are
Tapas not tantrums: we put food at the centre of our Barcelona family holiday
On a rail trip to Spain from the UK via Paris, our writer discovers a great way of travelling happily with children …
Meet your makers: the artisans who help make eating out magical
Bespoke ceramics, evocative music playlists, handmade leather aprons – we may not always notice them, but these are the things that make eating out magical
Maroto, London: ‘I really can’t recommend it’ – restaurant review
The experiment with five flavours at this Brazilian-inspired place will leave diners feeling only bitter
Stage, Exeter: ‘Just know it’s all bloody good’ – restaurant review
Every dish from this superbly talented young cast deserves its moment in the spotlight
Hot Dogs by Three Darlings, London: ‘Things that no one needs’ – restaurant review
Hot dogs are meant to be an indulgence, but these ‘gourmet’ offerings are barking up the wrong tree
‘If we can’t tell the truth … we can’t run Attica’: Ben Shewry on the failings of fine dining
In his new memoir the acclaimed Melbourne chef calls out ‘incredibly problematic’ restaurant awards and toxic hospitality culture
18, St Andrews: ‘Smells of newly pumped testosterone’ – restaurant review
18 at St Andrews serves huge steaks to golf lovers, but more imaginative dishes are well below par
20 of the best UK foodie breaks for autumn
Fancy a seasonal getaway? From cosy inns to restaurants with rooms, we’ve found the best boltholes – all with menus as enticing as the scenery
Goldies, London: ‘Celebrate its arrival’ – restaurant review
There’s a really useful new live-fire restaurant in Carnaby Street where you can feast and have fun without breaking the bank