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Groupon Restaurant Offer at Proud Kitchen in Camden for Thurs 27th Jan

Groupon has a great deal today - Food and Entertainment for £18 instead of £44.99 at Camden's Acclaimed Proud Kitchen.

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While hardcore bands used to eat any small creature they could get hold of, some former punks now have to content themselves with softer foods, such as butter. Take your teeth with you for today's Groupon: for £18 instead of £44.99 get a three course meal and entry to a live music act at Camden's Proud Kitchen. 

Named as one of the coolest brands in 2010, Proud recently opened Proud Kitchen, inspired by New-York style restaurants. Based in the Grade II listed former stables that make up the multi-faceted Proud Camden, Proud Kitchen lies in the redesigned South Gallery. Michelin-trained chef Finlay Logan serves up a varied menu of world cuisine, available for both lunch and dinner. The newly refurbished, high ceilinged space holds a mixture of sofas and tables, and plays host to live music every night. The rest of the expansive venue contains themed rooms in each of its former residents' homes, with not a hint of straw in sight.

Today's Groupon entitles you to three courses (worth £34.99) at Proud Kitchen and also offers entry to the evening's entertainment (usually £10). Proud Kitchen hosts a live act every night in their South Gallery. Music comes from both UK and international bands, taking place in an area famed for its musical heritage.

What people are saying...
"Proud Camden has always been one of my favourite places to hang out, drink and watch bands play, and I think it was a great idea for them to open the kitchen. Not only is it in the perfect location, with a gallery, bar and venue to hand, but the food is absolutely delicious."

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Groupon Restaurant Offer at Shaka Zulu in Camden for Jan 20th 2011

Three Courses of Authentic South African Cuisine and a Cocktail for £19.50 instead of £52 at Shaka Zulu!

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The food of South Africa is often referred to as 'rainbow cuisine' because its dishes originated and are influenced by such a wide variety of multicultural sources, from the indigenous Zulu and Sotho speaking people of South Africa to immigrants from Cape Malay, Malaysia and Java. With today's Groupon you can experience the ultimate taste of this rainbow. For just £19.50 instead of £52 you will receive a three-course meal and a cocktail at Shaka Zulu. 

Your set menu is outlined below (choose one from each):

Starters
- Rooibos smoked salmon with pickled cucumber - Dorawat (Ethiopian braised chicken with berbere & egg)- Deep fried curried soft shell crab with rose harissa & lime - Green lentil & plantain salad with balsamic & coriander 

Mains
- Sirloin steak, peri peri fries & spiced chutney - Bobotie - Cape salmon trout with curly kale, capers, lemon & roasted coriander - Sweet potato bredie (caramelised sweet potato braised with tomato, herbs & spices )

Dessert
- Koeksisters, lemon & lime syrup with vanilla sugar - Coconut crème caramel & passion fruit - Melktert - Chilled rice pudding with African banana jam 

Shaka Zulu is a new theatre of food and drink that brings a taste of Africa to the heart of London. Based over two floors, it combines some of the culinary specialities of South Africa in one venue by having both a Seafood & Oyster Bar and authentic South African Braai restaurant. The Braai restaurant is where your the food comes alive with a line-up of world class chefs stoking the fires and creating a multitude of dishes with the freshest ingredients available.

THIS RESTAURANT OFFER IS AVAILABLE UNTIL END OF NIGHT ON JAN 20TH

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Stables Market, Chalk Farm RoadLondon NW1 8ABhttp://www.shaka-zulu.com

2011 London Restaurant Openings by TV Famous Chefs

2011 is going to be a great year if you're into trying out new restaurants owned by your favorite TV chefs.

The best publicised is Dinner, opening in the Mandarin Oriental Hotel at the end of January.  Heston Blumentall presides over what will be a huge success in central London gastronomy (the place is booked solid for the first two months so plan ahead if you want to go).

Gordon Ramsay is still keen on building his empire, opening Bread Street Kitchen in the City, right next door to the recently opened Barbecoa, by Jamie Oliver.

Finally, housewives love muffin Marcus Wareing is to open a large brasserie next month at St Pancras.

Happy dining in 2011.

The Clink Restaurant Joins Sustainable Restaurant Association

Now here's something you won't do every day - go for a meal inside a prison!  Well, you can do just that at The Clink Restaurant at Her Majesty's Prison High Down in Sutton.

OK, so Sutton isn't London, but it's not far away and surely worth the trip down there just to say you've been 'inside'.

The actual press release I was sent is about The Clink joining the Sustainable Restaurant Association.  

 I love Stephen Fry's quote below:

The Clink restaurant at HMP High Down, Sutton has joined the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA) with the intention of increasing its own and others environmental awareness levels.

Stephen Fry, actor, writer, journalist, comedian, television presenter and film director, kindly offered to cover the joining fee, supporting and believing in the vision of The Clink.

He comments: “This is the perfect marriage of two of my great loves - the rehabilitation of offenders and great, sustainable food. I am delighted to help the Clink become a member of the Sustainable Restaurant Association.”

The Clink, a registered charity and training restaurant for prisoners is already aware of its impact on the environment and sources the majority of its ingredients locally.

All the meals in The Clink are prepared and served by prisoners. This is part of the prison's efforts to rehabilitate offenders, giving them the skills and experience to get jobs and not to reoffend on their release.

Chris Moore, Chief Executive at The Clink comments: “Joining the Sustainable Restaurant Association was the logical next step for us in our mission to be more committed to a sustainable future. The SRA provides us with all the support and positivity we need to be as environmentally responsive as possible.”

The Sustainable Restaurant Association is a national not-for-profit membership association, providing restaurants with advice and support to help them navigate the whole spectrum of sustainability issues, with the aim of making UK restaurants global leaders in sustainability.

Simon Heppner, SRA managing director said: “We are delighted to welcome The Clink as a member. Inclusivity is the SRA’s watchword. It’s not a restaurant’s reputation, location or size that matters, but its commitment to become more sustainable, and the Clink clearly has that. We are immensely grateful to Stephen Fry whose generosity has made this partnership possible.”

Any restaurant, whether part of a chain or independent, can become a member of the SRA providing they are willing to abide by the views set out by the association and commit to at least three new sustainable activities whilst they are a member.

By becoming a member The Clink is showing not only current customers but also new ones its dedication to making positive changes to the environment and to society.

Book a table at: www.theclinkonline.com

Christmas Day Restaurant and Pub Openings

Here are a few London restaurants and gastro pubs that are open on Christmas Day, if you can't face cooking yourself.

The Cinnamon Club,The Old Westminster Library,30-32 Great Smith Street, London SW1P 3BUT:020 7222 2555
www.cinnamonclub.com

Aubrey Restaurant, 109-113 Queen’s Gate,South Kensington, London SW7 5LRTel: 020 7589 6300
www.doylecollection.com

108 Marylebone Lane Restaurant & Bar,108 Marylebone Lane, London W1U 2QETel: 020 7969 3900
www.108marylebonelane.com

Thatched House, 115 Dalling Road,Hammersmith, London  W6 OETT: 020 8748 6174
www.thatchedhouse.com

The Dial Arch, The Dial Arch Buildings,The Warren, Royal Arsenal Riverside,Woolwich, London SE18 6GHT: 020 3130 0700
www.dialarch.co.uk

County Arms, 345 Trinity Road,London SW18 3SH
T: 020 8874 8532
www.countyarms.co.uk

The Cadogan Arms, 298 King’s Road, SW3 5UG
T: 020 7352 6500
www.thecadoganarmschelsea.com

The Empress of India, 130 Lauriston Road, Victoria Park, E9 7LH
T: 020 8533 5123
www.theempressofindia.com

The Gun, 27 Coldharbour, Docklands, E14 9NS
T: 020 7515 5222
www.thegundocklands.com

The Hat and Tun, 3 Hatton Wall, London, EC1N 8HX
T: 020 7242 4747
www.thehatandtun.com

The Prince Arthur, 95 Forest Road, London Fields, E8 3BH
T: 020 7249 9996
www.theprincearthurlondonfields.com

The Well, 180 St John Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V 4JY
T: 020 7242 9122
www.downthewell.co.uk

The White Swan Pub and Dining Rooms, 108 Fetter Lane, EC4A IES
T: 020 7242 9696
www.thewhiteswanlondon.com

Chutney Mary – open lunch only. 4 courses for £68
Reservations:  cmreservations@realindianfood.com 

Veeraswamy – open for lunch and dinner. 4 courses for £70
Reservations: vsreservations@realindianfood.com 

Masala Zone Earls Court – open for lunch and dinner.  3 courses for £36
Reservations: masalazone@realindianfood.com 

Masala Zone Bayswater – open lunch only.  3 courses for 36
Reservations: masalazone@realindianfood.com 

Masala Zone Camden Town – open lunch only.  3 courses for 36
Reservations: masalazone@realindianfood.com 

Masala Zone Covent Garden – open lunch only.  3 courses for 36
Reservations: masalazone@realindianfood.com 

Masala Zone Fulham Broadway – open lunch only.  3 courses for 36
Reservations: masalazone@realindianfood.com 

Masala Zone Islington – open lunch only.  3 courses for 36
Reservations: masalazone@realindianfood.com 

Masala Zone Soho – open lunch only.  3 courses for 36
Reservations: masalazone@realindianfood.com

 

Christmas Party Ideas

In case you are still deciding what to do for your Christmas party this year, here are some ideas:

Festive Fun at The Folly – Gracechurch Street (City)
For a venue with a difference this Christmas, step inside to the great outdoors with The Folly, a truly botanical bar with life-size trees and natural materials that bring a taste of nature to the concrete jungle.
Choose from a variety of spaces to host your Christmas party – with sharing benches for casual lunches, one of our private vaults for small, intimate cocktail parties or the chef’s table for a special sit-down dinner. There are round booths to socialise in, or there’s a private dining space for larger groups – and you can even rent the whole venue out if you need to find a festive home for up to 1000.
Don’t forget, you can even head to our deli for last-minute Christmas foodie gifts including delicious preserves and homemade chutneys.
For any enquiries or help around planning your festive season, contact our events team on 0845 468 0102 or christmas@thefollybar.co.uk
The Folly, 40 Gracechurch Street, London EC3V 0BTTel: 0845 468 0102
www.thefollybar.co.uk


The Anthologist – Gresham Street (City)
Whether you’re planning an intimate event or want to hire the whole venue for up to 850 guests, there are ample options over its two storeys, from the large bar to the cocktail lounge, chef’s table and private studio with 1950s kitchen.
Don’t forget you can even head to our deli for last-minute Christmas gifts – from delicious preserves to homemade chutneys.
For any enquiries or help around planning your festive season, contact our events team on 0845 468 0101 or christmas@theanthologistbar.co.uk
The Anthologist, 58 Gresham Street, London EC2V 7BBTel: 0845 468 0101
www.theanthologistbar.co.uk

The Parlour – Canary Wharf
Whether you’re a small group or want to rent out the whole venue for up to 650 guests, there’s an area just right for your event, from our decadent timber-panelled cocktail lounge to our intimate wine room and conservatory lounge for cocktail parties, to the alfresco terrace, complete with giant umbrellas and fire pits for warmth all year round.
For any enquiries or help around planning your festive season, contact our events team on  0845 468 0100 or christmas@theparlourbar.co.uk
the parlour, the park pavilion, 40 canada square, london e14 5fw
tel: 0845 468 0100
www.theparlourbar.co.uk

The Refinery - Southwark
Choose from casual dining at our large sharing benches or go for something more intimate with booths that are curtained off from the rest of the venue. There’s also a private dining space on our mezzanine level, comfortable lounge seating, or you can even hire out the whole venue.
For help planning an event, contact our events team on 0845 468 0186 or info@therefinerybar.co.uk
www.therefinerybar.co.uk