Clarissa Ching
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La Bartola, Seville
Verdict 3/5: Good enough Would seek it out: No Would go back: Only if asked Standout dish(es): Chipirones con Verduras Decor: Tapas bar Service: Attentive Other thoughts: Lots of other solo travellers at the barstool area Dish(es) savoured Ternera Retinta con Papas al Horno Chipirones con Verduras Sushi de Verduras en Tempura con Salsa Boletus…
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Az-Zait restaurante, Seville
Verdict 3/5: Good enough Would seek it out: No Would go back: No Standout dish(es): Steak tartar Decor: Modern Andalusian Service: Good Other thoughts: Michelin Guide, nice experience but poor price-to-quality ratio Dish(es) savoured Menú “Hacienda el Monje” (5 pasos) Láminas de foie con pan de aceite – Slices of duck foie gras with olive…
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The Pastry Section
Verdict 2/5: Wouldn’t bother Would it seek out: No Would go back: Only if asked Standout dish(es): N/a Decor: Modern cafe vibes Service: Good, friendly Other thoughts: Cinnamon bun – Tasteless; flavour entirely from the cream. Matcha cookie – Good edge texture, but mushy centre. Dish(es) savoured Cinnamon bun Matcha white chocolate amaretti Price £4.00…
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Castizo Tapas Bar, Seville
Verdict 3/5: Good enough Would seek it out: No Would go back: Only if asked Standout dish(es): N/a Decor: Modern, sleek Service: Good Other thoughts: Bar – Tapas. Tables – Restaurant menu only. Don’t make the same mistake I did! Dish(es) savoured El arroz del día: Sea bass rice Drink(s) sipped Sherry in a test…
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La Brunilda Tapas, Seville
Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: Yes Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): Confit de pato con crema de zanahoria especiada Decor: Modern Service: Good Other thoughts: Big portions, reflected in the price Dish(es) savoured Confit de pato con crema de zanahoria especiada Arroz negro con chipirones y alioli Torrijas de…
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Bar Sal Gorda, Seville
Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: Yes Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): Oxtail donut Decor: Modern tapas bar vibes Service: Good Other thoughts: Quirky & innovative, pre-book or go at opening time Dish(es) savoured Oyster with Malibu foam Carbonara croquettes Oxtail donut Steak tartare Price Final bill: £26 for 4…
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Codfish Tomato Stew
Basque-inspired codfish stew. Versatile dish where you can throw in almost anything. Suggestions include roasted bell peppers and beans. Add basil for an Italian twist. Pan fry the fish separately until golden for texture. Ingredients Tomato stew Garlic White onion Canned tomatoes Sweet paprika Ground black pepper Extra virgin olive oil Optional: Lime/ lemon for…
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中国兰州拉面 Noodles Home 我家有面
Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would it seek out: Yes Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): Spicy Beef Flank Noodles Decor: Basic, canteen-style Service: Quick and efficient; waitress offered extra meat as pork was over-fried straight up without being asked Other thoughts: Not spicy despite the labelling Dish(es) savoured Spicy Beef Flank Noodles Fried…
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Turmeric-Roasted Cauliflower Chicken with Hummus
Spread a generous layer of hummus onto the plate, then pile on the toppings to your heart’s content. Ingredients Spices: Cauliflower & Chicken 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp smoked paprika 1/2 tsp turmeric 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 1/2 tsp ground black pepper Others Pomegranates Avocado & baby plum tomato salad Inspiration The Modern Proper:…
