Review: Amorino

http://www.amorino.com/en/

This is, hands down, my favourite ice cream shop on the whole planet. It's a global chain with shops in the US and all over Europe. It's a dessert place, with many gelato & sorbet choice and waffles, affogato and macaroons! I've never tried the other items but the famous pistachio ice cream has me coming back everytime! They have two kinds of pistachio, one is creamy and soft and the other has a hint of salty taste to it. Can say the salty one is not for everyone but i personally love it. The gelato is very creamy compared to a lot i've tried including some local shops in Italy. When you order the ice cream in a cone, they scoop the ice cream in pedal like pieces and makes it into a little flower! (sorry don't have a photo)

here's a small post on Serious Eats that tell sou what the difference between ice cream and gelato is, very interesting little knowledge =) 

http://sweets.seriouseats.com/2012/07/whats-the-difference-between-gelato-and-ice-cream.html

Review: Dishoom

http://www.dishoom.com/

12 UPPER ST MARTIN’S LANE, LONDON WC2H 9FB  || 020 7420 9320 || ££ || Takes Reservations

A Bombay cafe with small dishes for quick fixes, plenty of choices and variety which is nice as it caters to all. My 2nd time here at the Covent Garden store (there's on in Shoreditch), brunch again, definitely an alternative brunch spot as the food is tasteful with spices. not too crowded on a Sunday morning but have walked by and seen queues outside so perhaps should make reservation for lunch or dinner just to be safe. they have items ranging from porridge, yogurt & granola, to Bombay styled fried eggs, fire toast and naan rolls. Very fresh ingredients and served very promptly, the waiters are delightful and quick which is a big plus for me! one of the healthier food choice spot I've been for brunch with food that's satiating but not too heavy. 

House Chai, small cup but flavourful, sweet Masala Chai

Sauasage Naan Roll, small portions but filling, with cilantro, cream cheese and sweet (tomato) spread? 

Lunch Menu 

Suggestions: Edinburgh Restaurants

So, to make clear, personally i've never been to any of these places but was recently compiling a list of restaurants for friends to visit Edinburgh so this is what i've got having visit a dozen food blogs by locals. If anybody had tried any of these, do let me know!

http://www.thedogsonline.co.uk/  

-          scottish food

http://mithas.co.uk/

-          Indian fusion

http://www.angelswithbagpipes.co.uk/  

-          scottish / italian fusion

http://thehonours.co.uk/  

-          michelin rated  

http://www.wedgwoodtherestaurant.co.uk/  

-          scottish posh

http://www.oinkhogroast.co.uk/

-          hog roast! Didn’t love it but a good quick bite

http://edinburghlarder.co.uk/

-          bakery / breakfast

http://www.earthy.uk.com/eat/

-          healthy food choices!

http://petersyard.com/

-          good lunch bite by the Edinburgh university

http://www.ondinerestaurant.co.uk/

-          seafood and shellfish 

Review: Andrew Edmunds

http://www.andrewedmunds.com/

46 Lexington St, London W1F 0LW, United Kingdom || +44 20 7437 5708 || ££ || Take Reservations

Saturday night date spot =), been dying to try out this place and it did not disappoint! cozy little place as many have mentioned, have a downstairs basement as well, tables quite close together and very lively as everyone's chatting away. Good thing is they take reservations unlike many other small places. 

 

Here's the menu for the night which tends to change often based on their ingredients, one of the things I love about the spot and another reason why I'll be coming back.

There was four of us but there was plenty of choices for all. They also have an extensive wine list, had forgotten the bottle we got but was a bold Red Spanish made which went perfect with the red meats we had for mains. The waiter was quite quirky but delightful enough =). The ingredients are all very fresh and the portions are plenty for the price, which is an impressive part for fine dining. Quite a refreshing experience to have gourmet food in a more laid back, unpretentious setting with a casual crowd in London! Definitely coming back often given its 5 mins from where I live. 

Stilton & Leek Soup, very delicious!! 

Baked Bacon & Scallops  

Baked Brie with Pita & Cranberry Sauce! - for 2 to share 

Angus Beef with Potato Wedges and Bearnaise sauce 

Duck Breast

Dessert menu but we were all too full to try, shame!