Archive for the Category ‘Food & Drink’

London walks: a food trail from Stamford Hill to Shoreditch

London walks: a food trail from Stamford Hill to Shoreditch

Allow 5 hours for this food-lover’s hike across Hackney

A Persian Vegan Peasant Hidden Dinner – Saturday 21st May

A Persian Vegan Peasant Hidden Dinner – Saturday 21st May

Tahdig with Sibzamini (potato) Another epicurean delight from the people behind Hackney’s sought after vegan pop up dinner. It kicks off with a welcome drink and canapés. Remember, it’s BYOB! This month it’s a Persian fest. To start.. Barini esfanaj sauteed baby leaf spinach finished with yogurt and sumac dust Zucchini dolmeh Slow baked zucchini [...]

Veganpeasant Hidden Dinner – Friday 29th & Saturday 30th April 2011

Veganpeasant Hidden Dinner – Friday 29th & Saturday 30th April 2011

Chocolate Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Pineapple Gelato & Coconut Shard What is becoming a popular Hackney gastronomic event is just a few days away, so if you have missed out on previous sold out secret dinners hosted by Vegan Peasant,  haven’t made plans for this weekend or still looking for something to do, you will [...]

Cajun inspired Secret Veganpeasant Dinner

Cajun inspired Secret Veganpeasant Dinner

Just in time for spring,  another secret veganpeasant dinner with a creole twist right here in Hackney. This pop up restaurant has a seating capacity of 20 people, so space is limited. Here’s a peek. Taymer Mason of Vegan in the Sun fame is the inspiration for this month’s menu. Saturday, March 26th -  £30 [...]

Review: The Pig’s Ear Beer & Cider Festival

Review: The Pig’s Ear Beer & Cider Festival

The Pig’s Ear Beer & Cider Festival (so named for Cockney rhyming slang for a bottle of beer) is a beer enthusiast’s paradise. The Round Chapel on Powerscroft Road (which, for the record, is more of a parabola on the inside) is rammed full of casks and bottles – some imported from as far away [...]

Review: Su Sazzagoni – 17 Course Tasting Menu- What a deal!

Review: Su Sazzagoni – 17 Course Tasting Menu- What a deal!

We recently booked a table for two at Su Sazzagoni’s 17 course monthly tasting and it was a great experience. We were prepared for a small tasting menu, but what we received left us very surprised! Located in the heart of Victoria Park Village in South Hackney, Su Sazzagoni’s has fast become a favorite of [...]

Review: Where can you find Chicago-style pizza in London ? Su Sazzagoni

Review: Where can you find Chicago-style pizza in London ?  Su Sazzagoni

After a strenuous search, I thought the answer was nowhere, until I contacted my local Italian restaurant, Su Sazzagoni, and asked them if they could make this for my husband’s birthday. Not only was Chicago-style deep dish not on their menu, the chef had never heard of it.  So, we exchanged several emails and recipes [...]

Another secret vegan dinner in Hackney – December

Another secret vegan dinner in Hackney – December

Following an early sell out of Vegan Peasants first hidden dinner, that will be held this weekend, they decided  to organize a second one in December, and because that one is already selling out fast, they’ve added a second December date. Built around the philosophy of preparing and eating healthy food that has a low [...]

An African Caribbean Christmas dinner at Open The Gate Dalston

An African Caribbean Christmas dinner at Open The Gate Dalston

Open The Gate Black Culture Cafe, are taking bookings for their African Caribbean Christmas dinners. Located in Dalston, the centre is a unique gathering place that celebrates and explores all things African in music, film, arts, culture, food and so much more including a vibrant monthly indoor African Market. The restaurant is open from 12noon [...]

A pop up vegan hidden dinner in Hackney

A pop up vegan hidden dinner in Hackney

In the heart of Hackney, this event focuses on extraordinary vegan cuisine. 7-courses, 100% organic, 100% vegetarian and 100% delicious Only attendees will be privy to the whereabouts of the space within 48 hours of the event. Saturday, November 27th \ £40 Donation * starter and evening cocktail * 7-course dinner * wine and/or beer [...]