Based in Holborn, this tucked away restaurant is a hidden gem. So much so, that it is easy to walk past it’s entrance, having done so myself numerous times. Once you find it, so authentic is the ambiance of this place, that as you walk in, you feel like you are in Hong Kong already! This place is adorned with beautiful Chinese lanterns, dark wood and bright red furnishings and spectacular interior design in general; very in tune with Chinese tradition. The dim lighting adds to the overall atmosphere.
The staff is friendly, very welcoming and polite and it’s worthwhile booking early so that you can request one of the more secluded, corner tables for added privacy, especially as this place gets full pretty quickly.
In so far as the food is concerned, there are a plethora of menus from which to choose the dishes that are going to set your taste buds on a journey of adventure! I, personally, have only eaten from the 'a la carte' menu and the dim sum menus and I can assure you, every dish chosen hit the spot! Really flavourful dishes, it must be said.
So, if you like Chinese food, or even if you don't, do go and try this place as it will convince you start liking Chinese cuisine. :) As always, let me know how you rate it!
'Til next time, my friends...
Bon appétit! xx
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Thursday 13 September 2012
Sunday 9 September 2012
Crostata fragole at Princi, London.
Super delicious and refreshing too! xx
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Thursday 6 September 2012
Princi, Wardour Street, London.
Initially established as a bakery in Milano, Italia, this wonderful deli has found its place amongst the best in London as well. I was first introduced to this place by a friend of mine who studied in Milan and raved about Princi; so it was decided, we would try this place out. A fantastic place to go to after a full day of gallivanting around London, may I add! :) The food is excellent!
As you walk into this lovely deli, there is a pizzeria restaurant with a traditional stone oven to your left and the bakery/deli lies in front of you, waiting for all of your senses to be tantalised! The atmosphere is inviting, sophisticated and informal; one can smell the aroma of the freshly baked breads, the wafts of authentically brewed, fresh, Italian coffee, the deliciously coloured desserts are beautifully visible to the eye and there's a vibrant air to this place with the sound of laughter and conversation from people enjoying themselves. On top of that, if you are into your interior design, this place does not fail to please; there is a row of tap fountains on the right wall where you can eat while sitting on high stools.
I have been there many times since I was first there, as you can imagine, and I would highly recommend the breadsticks embedded with fresh green olives, the coffee, the canoli, the strawberry cake (crostata fragole, I believe it's called) and the salads. I would also eat at the pizzeria where the pizzas are just divine!
So go and give the place a try; just turn up, they don't take reservations... and let me know how you enjoyed it!
'Til next time, amici! ... :)
Buon appetito! Ciao! xx
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As you walk into this lovely deli, there is a pizzeria restaurant with a traditional stone oven to your left and the bakery/deli lies in front of you, waiting for all of your senses to be tantalised! The atmosphere is inviting, sophisticated and informal; one can smell the aroma of the freshly baked breads, the wafts of authentically brewed, fresh, Italian coffee, the deliciously coloured desserts are beautifully visible to the eye and there's a vibrant air to this place with the sound of laughter and conversation from people enjoying themselves. On top of that, if you are into your interior design, this place does not fail to please; there is a row of tap fountains on the right wall where you can eat while sitting on high stools.
I have been there many times since I was first there, as you can imagine, and I would highly recommend the breadsticks embedded with fresh green olives, the coffee, the canoli, the strawberry cake (crostata fragole, I believe it's called) and the salads. I would also eat at the pizzeria where the pizzas are just divine!
So go and give the place a try; just turn up, they don't take reservations... and let me know how you enjoyed it!
'Til next time, amici! ... :)
Buon appetito! Ciao! xx
© Londontopnosh, Meetali Parekh and London Eateries, 2012 - 2021. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Londontopnosh, Meetali Parekh and London Eateries with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.
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