12/06/26

Review of Kitchen at Holmes in Marylebone

Just a stone’s throw from Baker Street Station, nestled in the affluent Marleybone Village sits a Sherlock Holmes-themed restaurant that invites you to embark on a Mediterranean dining adventure you won’t soon forget.

Offering all day dining with breakfast, à la carte dining, weekend brunch, a weekday set lunch offering, and the Sunday roast menu. If you’re in the mood for something a little more relaxed, the bar and terrace are ready to serve up drinks and light bites with a side of people watching.

With cosy corners, vintage touches, an alfresco terrace overlooking Baker Street and plenty of character, Kitchen at Holmes feels like the sort of spot where Sherlock himself might pause for a relaxed lunch. Leading the culinary team is Head Chef Stefano Motta, whose Mediterranean-inspired spring and summer menu is a love letter to his nonna’s Sunday table in Northern Italy. After perfecting his skills in Italy, London, and New York, he’s now sprinkling Kitchen at Holmes with Italian hospitality and seasonal flavours.

The spring and summer menu showcases Motta’s blend of Mediterranean tradition and modern flair. You’ll find seasonal dishes like saffron fregola with seafood and lobster linguine with sweet tomatoes. The menu is designed for sharing, but the flavours might tempt you to keep everything for yourself. Kitchen at Holmes takes the classic Sunday roast, serving until 3pm on Sundays, and adds Motta’s magic touch and lots of Italian generosity.

We just couldn’t resist so we started with crisp zucchini fritters, seasoned with Maldon sea salt and black pepper, and tasty cuttlefish croquettes with Tabasco aioli (our absolute favourite). The roasted half chicken and 56-day-aged beef rump proved the kitchen’s focus on quality and care. With golden roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, rich gravy, and perfectly risen Yorkshire puddings, the portions were so

generous and delicious that it felt more like a celebratory feast than just a regular Sunday lunch.

We ordered two signature mocktails (The restaurant's spirit-free selection offers plenty of personality). I had the Enola No.2, fruity and tropical, while my dining partner chose the Holmes Made Lemonade with lavender syrup, lemon juice, and soda for a crisp, summery drink. Both

were light, tasty, and well-made, a great way to toast a relaxing Sunday afternoon.

We couldn’t resist the dessert menu-who could? I went for the tiramisu, which was light, layered, and packed with coffee flavour. My dining partner chose the honey cake with vanilla crème anglaise, a creamy, airy treat. Both desserts were light and delicious, making for a perfect

ending to our meal. The food was equally matched by the first-rate service from Glen and Shraddha. Glen's knowledge of the menu and enthusiasm for the restaurant shone through. Shraddha was

attentive, friendly and cheerful as she served each dish, creating an atmosphere that was both comfortable and memorable.

This summer, Kitchen at Holmes is teaming up with Hackney Gelato for a gelato terrace, build-your-own affogatos, and cocktails with a gelato twist. Naturally, we tried every flavour in the name of research. Pistachio stole my heart, while my dinning partner loved Cookies & Cream. Any hope of self-control melted faster than the gelato.

Ready to discover your next foodie adventure? Check out Kitchen at Holmes HERE.

Address: 108 Baker Street, Marylebone, London, W1U 6LJ

Written by Stacey Reeves.

Photography courtesey of Kitchen at Holmes

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Gymbox launches outdoor community gym in Northumberland Park

Jul 26, 2024
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Tottenham’s Northumberland Park is the new home of a vibrant 120m² outdoor gym, thanks to a collaboration between leading gym brand Gymbox and not-for-profit organization Raza Sana, along and funding from Haringey Council. This innovative space is designed to foster community spirit and fitness with six weeks of complimentary personal training and group classes, available to all residents.

The outdoor gym is equipped with top-tier calisthenic apparatus, including monkey bars, dip bars, and pull-up bars, inviting residents to swing, dip, and pull their way to fitness. Catering to all fitness levels, the gym’s variety of classes ensures that everyone, from beginners to calisthenics enthusiasts, can participate and benefit.

The six-week Summer Programme started in July 2024, Gymbox professionals will lead free and accessible exercise classes three times a week, promoting fitness and fun while building a stronger community.

The schedule includes:

Tuesdays: 12pm - 1pm (Over 50s Stretching & Mobility), 6pm - 7pm (Adult Calisthenics)

Thursdays: 4pm - 7pm (Youth Calisthenics)

Saturdays: 12pm - 2pm (Community/Family Basic Exercise)

Raza Sana’s '1st Rep' programme, implemented at the new facility, focuses on helping disadvantaged young people develop personal strategies through fitness and calisthenics.

Gymbox recently launched the 'Gymbox Academy'. This initiative provides participants from the 1st Rep programme with the opportunity to train with Gymbox professionals, gaining experience and qualifications to pursue a career in fitness.

The Northumberland Park outdoor gym is part of a larger vision by Gymbox and Raza Sana to create similar infrastructures across London and the UK. Over the next two years, they aim to open ten more parks, helping disadvantaged young people and communities develop new skills and reach their full potential.

Head on over to Northumberland Park to get fit, have fun, and be part of an inspiring community initiative.

Address: Kenneth Robbins House, Tottenham, London, N17 0SY

Website: www.razasana.com/contact

Written by Stephanie Sowaha

Photography courtesy of Gymbox