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Review of Kricket’s New Breakfast Thali: Shoreditch’s Boldest Morning Feast

Kricket Shoreditch has given breakfast a welcome shake-up with its new Breakfast Thali, a tasting-style morning feast that brings together the bold, bustling flavours the restaurant is known for. Priced at £15, it’s designed to showcase the very best of Kricket’s Kafé offering, in one generous, well-curated spread and it more than delivers.

On my visit, I opted for the bacon pao, a soft, pillowy roll that arrived packed with smoky bacon and tangy tomato chutney. It’s comforting without being heavy and sets the tone for a breakfast built on proper flavour. Alongside it came a vibrant serving of eggs Bhurji, gently spiced and perfectly scrambled, offering warmth and depth without overpowering the plate. The Andhra hash brown quickly became a standout; golden, crisp and packing a lively kick of chilli that lifts the whole dish. The tamarind brown sauce ties everything together with its sharp-sweet brightness, adding a welcome twist to the traditional condiment and giving the thali a satisfying sense of cohesion.

For a lighter finish, the vanilla Shrikhand was smooth, cool and delicately perfumed, acting as a refreshing palate cleanser. The fruit salad added a burst of juiciness and colour, keeping the experience balanced and making sure the thali never strays into heaviness.

To drink, a cup of freshly brewed masala chai offers gentle spice and sweetness, the kind that eases you into the day without rushing you along. I couldn’t resist ordering an extra drink: a pressed coconut juice topped with a cold foam matcha, which arrived silky and just sweet enough.

What sets the Breakfast Thali apart is its sense of rhythm, every component has its place, and nothing feels like an afterthought. It’s generous but not excessive, lively without being overwhelming. For a breakfast that feels thoughtful, satisfying and just a bit different to the usual London offering, Kricket Shoreditch’s new Breakfast Thali makes a very strong case for becoming a weekend ritual.

Address: 35-42 Charlotte Rd, London EC2A 3PB

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Written by Enytha Peer

Photography courtesy of Rebecca Dickson / Kricket

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Nyla Sammons
Jan 29, 2024
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Updated: Jun 29, 2024

To welcome the Year of the Dragon, a sign associated with strength, health and prosperity Hyatt Regency’s stand-out restaurant, Chinese Cricket Club is hosting a special menu to honour the fictional story of the Shanghai XI cricket team. Tradition has it Feng travelled to the UK in 1857, and with the help of his wife Xiu, opened the city’s first authentic Chinese restaurant.

From February 7th diners can indulge in an authentic Chinese feast of rich and decadent dishes.

The menu includes a host of delicious sharing platters, specially curated by head Chef Tony Truong, using the finest and most exotic ingredients. Each course is made with traditional techniques and incorporates the highest quality produce to enhance the rich and elaborate flavour sensation in every dish.

The special menu on offer includes celebratory starters to share, including their signature recipe, Prosperity Salad, with tuna, salmon & yellowtail and Traditional Peking Duck, along with feature main courses, Steamed Whole Seabass with spring onion & ginger and Roasted BBQ Pork with Jellyfish. The Hyatt Regency is based in the historic Blackfriars area on the former grounds of King Henry VIII’s Bridewell Palace. The hotel is within easy reach of Blackfriars station and well situated for visitors of popular attractions such as St Paul’s Cathedral, Tate Modern and Shakespeare’s Globe.

Prices start at £128.00 per head, to be shared by a minimum of 4 diners. A complimentary dessert and fruit platter is available for early birds who book and pay a £200.00 deposit by 31st January.

Address: Hyatt Regency, 19 New Bridge St, London EC4V 6DB

Website: https://www.hyattrestaurants.com/en/dining/uk/london/chinese-cricket-club-restaurant-menu#6516d927c8d245535f30a772

Written by: Claire Bloom

Photo courtesy of Chinese Cricket Club