Restaurants and pubs
From cosy inns and pubs to the smartest places in town, Country Life reviews the very best pubs and restaurants across the country. From pre-theatre dining in London to the best places to eat in The Cotswolds, Country Life reviews the best restauraunts in the country regularly.
Country Life’s Little Black Book
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Pomona's review: All the wonder of a beachfront bistro, impeccably presented in London's Notting Hill
The relaxed Cali-vibe of Pomona’s restaurant provides a happy contrast with their very serious attitude towards food – Alexandra Fraser visits to discover their new menu, spearheaded by Executive Chef Mark Lloyd.
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Recipe: How to make mini Christmas cake canapés
How to make mini Christmas cake canapés, a perfect seasonal mouthful.
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The Coral Room review: A touch of the Twenties in the heart of Bloomsbury
The recently-refurbished bar at The Bloomsbury has added a touch of glamour to an area once full of chains and tourist traps. Rosie Paterson paid a visit.
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Gidleigh Park review: Country house hotel perfection in Devon
Gidleigh Park has been on Toby Keel's bucket list for a decade and a half. He finally ticked it off this summer; was it worth the wait?
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Farm Girl Chelsea review: A healthy haven for the fashion-forward
The Farm Girl Chelsea is an photo-ready dream for anyone hoping to eat greener, enjoy a signature cocktail or two and upload some new Instagrams. Rosie Paterson paid a visit.
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The Jugged Hare, London review: A gentleman’s game tea
London's leading game restaurant releases a rustic take on a very British classic with pheasant sandwiches and hare scones aplenty - Alexandra Fraser paid a visit.
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Blueprint Café review: A beautiful space and a brilliant view, but the food is still the star
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Country getaways for gourmets
You'll find great food and wine right across the British countryside. Emma Hughes offers her pick of the best gastropubs, restaurants and hotels.
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The Churchill Arms, Paxford review: A Cotswolds village pub with fine dining pedigree
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Black Roe restaurant review: A luxury slice of Hawaii in London's urban jungle
London's Black Roe restaurant is making a name with its take on 'poke', the Hawaiian take on sushi that's creating a bit of a buzz. Rosie Paterson tried it out.
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Simpson's on the Strand, the most English of all restaurants, now flying the flag for British bubbly
Simpson's is a restaurant so English that they even banned the word 'menu' – and while they're still serving Champagne, they're now making a real effort to champion the English alternatives. Octavia Pollock went along to try it out.
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The Cary Arms & Spa, Devon: A boutique bolthole in Babbacombe Bay
The Cary Arms & Spa in Devon's delightful Babbacombe Bay is a boutique bolthole by the sea that's won all sorts of awards – Heather Clark paid a visit.
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The Bottle & Glass Inn review: A dog-friendly pub with a touch of fine dining
Emma Earnshaw appreciates the fine dining and friendly welcome at the Bottle & Glass Inn, Binfield Heath, near Henley on Thames in Oxfordshire.
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Salt restaurant review: The Stratford hotspot masterminded by the brightest new talent in British food
Paul Foster’s recently opened restaurant in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon is causing a bit of a stir. But is it worth its… salt? Vicki Gumbley put it to the test.
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The royal afternoon teas at London's top hotels to celebrate the Royal Wedding
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Ginza Onodera restaurant review: Comfort food for the mobile gastronome – and a main course priced at a month's rent
Once an exotic rarity outside its home country, sushi is now ubiquitous and top-quality Japanese food is found all over the world – so can this restaurant in London make it feel special? James Fisher paid a visit to find out.
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Review: La Poule au Pot – 'A heady atmosphere, fit for romance and plotting'
Why did the chicken cross the road? To get to La Poule au Pot, says James Elwes, who highly recommends the iconic Belgravia restaurant.
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Restaurant review: Coda by Eric Chavot, fine dining at the Albert Hall
The Royal Albert Hall has opened a top-end restaurant whose opening schedule and entire those is about serving those who have come to watch a performance. Rosie Paterson paid a visit.
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The Pointer, Brill: A hotel, pub and restaurant oozing character and class
The Pointer has won all sorts of awards in the last few months, but does it justify all the acclaim? Toby Keel paid a visit to find out.
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GBR restaurant review: 'A surprisingly unstuffy and a calm oasis'
GBR in London's Dukes Hotel offers a laid-back atmosphere that's perfect for Sunday brunch, as Rosie Paterson found out.
