FOOD & BOOZE NEWS
Grab a Tortilla next time you’re in Wimbledon
Posh Mexican take-away Tortilla has continued its expansion with a new branch on Wimbledon’s The Broadway. The grill specialist now has stores in eight locations across the capital, including Leadenhall Market, Canary Wharf and Southwark. If freshly prepared burritos and fajitas are your thing, this is the place for you. Go to tortilla.co.uk for more information.
Create a bloody good cocktail
Shaking the perfect Bloody Mary just got easier with the launch of Belvedere Bloody Mary Vodka. The vodka boasts “dramatic” notes of black pepper, horseradish and celery with notes of fresh bell pepper and capsicum. To try it, head to brasserie Randall & Aubin at 16 Brewer Street, Soho, over the next two weekends for a special selection of cocktails.
Drink Champagne all night long at Umu
If you crave long nights sipping nothing but the finest Champagne, head over to Michelin starred Japanese restaurant Umu, where executive chef Yoshinori Ishii has created 10 dishes to be sampled and matched with Laurent-Perrier Ultra Brut. The special Champagne menu, priced at £250 for two people, includes sushi, foie gras and scallops. To book, call Umu on 020 7499 8881.
Relax in style at the Zurich food festival
Foodies planning on taking in the Il Tavolo Zurich food festival can take advantage of a deal by by The Dolder Grand hotel, offering accommodation, breakfast and dinner in two Michelin starred The Restaurant for £413 per person per night. Il Tavolo takes place from 27 June to 1 July. For more information go to www.il-tavolo.ch and www.thedoldergrand.com.