Jason Johnson
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Maynard Arms
The Maynard Arms answered the question, providing us with a good Sunday Roast dinner helping us to have a very chilled afternoon. From the moment I walked in this place was busy, yet chilled; a show of how popular it is with locals.
The pub is deceptively big, and the decor is very nice with me getting a rustic feel at every turn of my head. The staff were very friendly and attentive, with me also having a nice conversation with one of the waitresses on my experience, friendly staff always elevate the experience.
For lunch I ordered the porchetta, which is something I didn't expect to find on the menu as when it comes to a roast dinner I always favour a nice piece of English pork belly. This was a very different experience with an attempt to fuze a classic Sunday Roast with Rome's famous pork belly, something I've eaten a few times on multiple trips around Italy.
Everything on my plate was cooked well, however it was the porchetta that I was a little put off by as it was dryer than usually expected only being more enjoyed with a little gravy which shouldn't be the case with this meat dish. For me it just doesn't sit well with a roast dinner as the flavour profiles greatly differ where a roast dinner is monotone in taste and simple, unlike Italian food which speaks for itself being one of the best cuisines with rich flavours. I would have kept the pork option to the classic British roast pork, rather than offering porchetta.
Regardless I liked this pub and I'd definitely shortlist this place for a good place to check in the summertime, as it also has a secretive and big beer garden. So I'll be back to enjoy that when the weather warms up!
The pub is deceptively big, and the decor is very nice with me getting a rustic feel at every turn of my head. The staff were very friendly and attentive, with me also having a nice conversation with one of the waitresses on my experience, friendly staff always elevate the experience.
For lunch I ordered the porchetta, which is something I didn't expect to find on the menu as when it comes to a roast dinner I always favour a nice piece of English pork belly. This was a very different experience with an attempt to fuze a classic Sunday Roast with Rome's famous pork belly, something I've eaten a few times on multiple trips around Italy.
Everything on my plate was cooked well, however it was the porchetta that I was a little put off by as it was dryer than usually expected only being more enjoyed with a little gravy which shouldn't be the case with this meat dish. For me it just doesn't sit well with a roast dinner as the flavour profiles greatly differ where a roast dinner is monotone in taste and simple, unlike Italian food which speaks for itself being one of the best cuisines with rich flavours. I would have kept the pork option to the classic British roast pork, rather than offering porchetta.
Regardless I liked this pub and I'd definitely shortlist this place for a good place to check in the summertime, as it also has a secretive and big beer garden. So I'll be back to enjoy that when the weather warms up!
Pachamama East
We had our work's Christmas lunch at Pachamama, beforehand I'd usually check out the restaurant online but trusted in the universe in the hope I'd be contempt. All I can say is I'd had an amazing experience, especially from a fusion restaurant which can be a gamble. I've had both Chinese and Peruvian cuisines multiple times separately, but not fuzed together.
Firstly the decor of this venue is swanky, simple, yet every detail is well thought out. One thing I particularly liked were the photos of what may have been the staff members, adding a bit of a family feel.
Though the main reason for coming here was the food, and wow Christmas came early, as I was beyond satisfied. We had several plates including the Pork Belly Chicharrones, Sea Bass Ceviche, and Sprouting Broccoli, which were all an amazing spectacle almost like you didn't want touch the dishes and just admire their beauty. However the star of the show for me was the Caramelised Aubergine, the texture and flavours were extra special making you want to have more and more. Aubergine has become a favourite in recent years, and it's nice to see how Pachamama East cook the vegetable to surprise any diner.
There's so much more I can say about the food, however this restaurant is nothing without it's staff outside of the kitchen where the main magic happens. The waiting staff were very friendly and chilled, helping you to feel relaxed and at the same time they were very attentive. Now I think about it, I felt very at home here and after this experience I'd definitely be back for more!
Firstly the decor of this venue is swanky, simple, yet every detail is well thought out. One thing I particularly liked were the photos of what may have been the staff members, adding a bit of a family feel.
Though the main reason for coming here was the food, and wow Christmas came early, as I was beyond satisfied. We had several plates including the Pork Belly Chicharrones, Sea Bass Ceviche, and Sprouting Broccoli, which were all an amazing spectacle almost like you didn't want touch the dishes and just admire their beauty. However the star of the show for me was the Caramelised Aubergine, the texture and flavours were extra special making you want to have more and more. Aubergine has become a favourite in recent years, and it's nice to see how Pachamama East cook the vegetable to surprise any diner.
There's so much more I can say about the food, however this restaurant is nothing without it's staff outside of the kitchen where the main magic happens. The waiting staff were very friendly and chilled, helping you to feel relaxed and at the same time they were very attentive. Now I think about it, I felt very at home here and after this experience I'd definitely be back for more!
Yuu Kitchen Aldgate East
This restaurant is one of the best I've been to, here in London. The food is amazing, with great taste and presentation experienced with every dish. I I've eaten here several times, for multiple reasons which the decor is on being so cool, the staff are really nice and professional; portraying the overall culture of this restaurant.
My favourite dishes: Sweet & Sticky Eggplant, 7Up Boa Pork Bun, Spicy Tuna Tostada, and Filipino style sticky adobo chicken wings... (there are other things on the menu I'm still yet to try, that I'll do next time).
If you know, then Yuu know! 😁
My favourite dishes: Sweet & Sticky Eggplant, 7Up Boa Pork Bun, Spicy Tuna Tostada, and Filipino style sticky adobo chicken wings... (there are other things on the menu I'm still yet to try, that I'll do next time).
If you know, then Yuu know! 😁
DODAM KOREA
This was my third time eating Korean food, and my expectations were met having very good food. We kicked off with some dumplings, then ordering a second round as they were gooood!
I was mostly excited to starting my adventure in getting to know Korea's fried chicken, and have some more bibimbap. However a new experience was the Yuk-gae-jang that had Oat Meal in, a good kind of different.
I was mostly excited to starting my adventure in getting to know Korea's fried chicken, and have some more bibimbap. However a new experience was the Yuk-gae-jang that had Oat Meal in, a good kind of different.