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A photo of Authentic Ethiopian Cooking Class & Supper Club restaurant
Price: Expensive
• Ethiopian • Shepherd's Bush
Chef Nazareth welcomes you to Delina Kitchen - a cafe and purpose built kitchen in Shepherds Bush Market, one of the older food markets in West London.Learn how to cook 3 authentic traditional Ethiopian dishes, mastering delicious recipes and learning new cooking techniques. Enjoy your homemade feast after the cooking class (or take it away if you prefer). You will master the art of making traditional Ethiopian coffee/tea, which you can enjoy whilst you cook!Nazareth uses simple cooking techniques and teaches you how to prepare fresh and healthy dishes including vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free meals. You will use key ingredients that are essential to Ethiopian cooking, such as organic spices, herbs, legumes and multi-grains.
A photo of Supper Club Host Emilie - Wine Tasting restaurant
Price: Expensive
• Winery • Islington
Learn about the concept of natural wine, the differences between conventional wine-making processes and how to taste and describe wine using the WSET systematic approach to tasting with wine expert Emilie. In this unique wine tasting you will leave with more wine confidence, new knowledge about natural wine and (hopefully) a buzz. Never ask for a "dry Red wine" at a restaurant ever again!Emilie is an expat living in London with a passion for food and wine. When she is not working her day job in finance she is often cooking, hosting and drinking as her alter ego @redheadedwellness. Emilie lives in a Georgian town home nestled on a brick lined street in London's Borough of Islington.
A photo of Chef Jon's Nepalese Tasting Menu in Hackney restaurant
3.7
Very Good(3)
Price: Very Expensive
• International • Hoxton
Professional chef Jon Villar has over 20 years of experience. Former head chef at PJ's Grill, Kopapa, MBER, and GammaGamma, he has now set up residency in a private members club in Shoreditch – The King’s Head. Jon works around the clock to offer fresh flavours, with a mix of authentic classic and modern innovative Asian dishes. His inspiration comes from the flavours he experienced growing up in the Philippines, and his later travels around Asia, the Middle East and Europe. Join Jonathan for his 8-course Nepalese Tasting Menu.
A photo of Hoxton French Supper Club restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(2)
Price: Very Expensive
• International • Hoxton
Join hosts Guillaume and Maja - professional head chef and restaurant manager duo - for a modern, seasonal French-inspired tasting menu hosted at GILVIC, an exclusive creative dining space on the Kingsland Road in the heart Hoxton. Guillaume will welcome you with a delicious welcome cocktail on arrival, before serving a 4-course tasting menu based on seasonal, locally-sourced British produce, and expect some little surprises along the way.Chef Guillaume collaborate with local artists, art galleries and ceramicists and will serve each course on beautiful handcrafted ceramics, which are available to buy on the night. Social dining is not always available (post covid) so you may have a private table. See the sample menu below.
A photo of The Chefs Table Supper Club at Eleven98 restaurant
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary British • Stoke Newington
Michelin-trained Chef Aidan Brooks, creator of 'Eleven98', invites you to experience his Chef's Table concept: an innovative and sustainable fine-dining tasting menu served in the gorgeous dining room at his secret Hackney location.Eleven98's social dining at The Chef's Table begins with a quirky welcome cocktail on arrival, allowing folks time to gather and mingle. Then everyone will take a pew, sit back and delve into a sequence of 9 carefully curated tasting courses, based entirely on Hackney-sourced produce. Hackney, because that's the borough in which chef Aidan Brooks was born and bred. All of the fruit and veg on his menus has to have been cultivated or foraged in the borough, and everything else has to be Hackney-produced or sourced.Aidan's interactive style of service means he's on hand to offer insightful details behind each dish. This makes the whole experience way more than just a meal. Have a look at the sample menu below.
A photo of Chef Rex - Supper Club restaurant
Price: Very Expensive
• International • Dalston
THE CHEF WITH A MISSIONChef Rex has made it his mission to pioneer and popularise Filipino cuisine in the UK since 2014. He established his following, by running a series of successful popup restaurants to show case his interpretation of Filipino cuisine.​In 2016, the British born Filipino chef, embarked on a 3 month culinary research expedition to the Philippines to gain an insight into the many regional specialties that the Philippines has to offer and to share that knowledge back home in the UK.​The ambitious chef and aspiring entrepreneur now continues to popularise the cuisine through his cooking channel as seen on Youtube and most recently, through his street food business; 'TURO TURO' which specializes in Filipino barbecue and street food. Chef Rex also competed in the 'British Street Food Awards' in 2019, winning the title of "Southern Champion" in the regional heats and then competing in the National Finals to win 'Best Vegetarian Dish' in the UK
A photo of Chef Pratap - Supper Club restaurant
Price: Very Expensive
• International • Highbury
Pratap Chahal, has cooked at Gordon Ramsay at Claridge’s, Chez Bruce, Cinnamon Club and Galvin Bistrot, amongst others. He is accompanied by his wife Nikhat, who looks after Front of House.
A photo of Chef Longlong - Supper Club restaurant
Price: Very Expensive
• Asian • Spitalfields
Chef Longlong's Midnight Taiwan menu is inspired by Taiwanese street food and developed based on Seven Necessities of Taiwanese Households - Fire, Rice, Oil, Salt, Sauce, Vinegar and Tea. Join Chef Longlong for her exclusive launch of her brand new supper club: Midnight Taiwan - a 5-course set menu and experience authentic Taiwanese home cooking & street food.
A photo of Supper Club Chefs Zac & Freddie - Tasting Menu restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(1)
Price: Very Expensive
• International • Hackney
Rogues London is a series of pop-up restaurants created by Freddie Sheen and Zac Whittle.Each event is a blank canvas; each menu shaped hand in hand with season, location and sustainability, and each menu then torn down to start afresh. They also leave behind any pretence, instead focusing on creating beautifully crafted dishes in intimate environments where people can experience food at their most comfortable. And this characteristic is also present in Freddie and Zac – they’re not just the chefs of Rogues London. You’ll find them inside and outside the kitchen in equal measure, cooking and serving, greeting and talking. It’s personal for them and it’s personal for you.At its foundation, Rogues London is simply a small, tight knit group of friends working tirelessly at something they love, and who are every bit as passionate about sharing their obsession with others.
A photo of Bustronome Bus Tour & Dinner restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(2)
Price: Very Expensive
• International • Covent Garden
Waste no time by embarking on the ultimate gourmands tour of London. Experience stunning views from the shelter of a panoramic bus all whilst enjoying a gourmet meal! Journey through the heart of the city, enjoying the best view of all major landmarks - from Big Ben to Tower Bridge, thanks to a panoramic glass roof. Whilst you're cruising around in a luxury bus, you'll be enjoying a fantastic gastro-feast of the very best of a fusion between British and French cuisine. Your head chef, Ignazio Nuccio creates accessible, seasonal and contemporary French cuisine utilising different cooking techniques from around the world. He has adapted his skills from a michelin star restaurant to cooking fine dining on wheels, and brings together an aesthetic and harmonious meal on your plate.Perfect for those on a date and/or those with a tight schedule and a lot to see.

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Discover best authentic restaurants in Islington

Discover a taste of authenticity in the vibrant dining scene of North London's Islington area, where a curated selection of restaurants offers genuine culinary delights. These eateries pride themselves on delivering traditional and authentic flavors, providing diners with a true taste of diverse cultures right in the heart of London. From expertly prepared dishes that showcase time-honored cooking techniques to atmospheres that resonate with the spirit of their respective origins, each restaurant promises a unique and genuine dining experience. The focus on authenticity ensures that every meal is not only a feast for the palate but also a cultural exploration. Patrons can expect a warm welcome and expert service, reflecting the high standards of hospitality that complement the exceptional food. Whether you're a local or a visitor, exploring these restaurants in Islington is an opportunity to indulge in real, unadulterated flavors that tell a story of heritage and passion. Embrace the opportunity to transform a simple meal into a memorable journey through authentic cuisine.

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