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Michelin-Starred Chef Woongchul Park brings Korean Fried Chicken to Flat Iron Square

Korean fried chicken is getting a Michelin-starred makeover at Flat Iron Square, where chef Woongchul Park has launched Papa Dak, a new casual concept inspired by his Korean heritage and love of seriously good fried chicken. Park, chef-owner of Michelin-starred Sollip in London Bridge has swapped fine dining for something altogether more indulgent, creating a compact menu centred around crispy, double-fried chicken and bold Korean flavours.

The headline act comes in two varieties, both topped with rice crisps for extra crunch. Korean Red (£12) takes its cues from classic yangnyeom chicken, coated in a sticky, sweet and spicy glaze, while Guinness Black (£13) offers an unexpected London twist with a deep, savoury Guinness glaze. Elsewhere, So-Tok So-Tok skewers (£5) pair smoked sausage with chewy Korean rice cakes, while sides include Kole-Slaw with carrot, fish sauce, Korean chilli and sesame, plus garlic and ginger Pickled Kohlrabi. Bringing friends? The Korean Feast (£36) serves four with both chicken flavours, skewers and sides.

Even the name has family at its heart: ‘Dak’ means chicken in Korean, while the crowned chicken logo was created by Park and his wife and business partner Bomee's children. Now serving at Flat Iron Square, Borough, Papa Dak brings Michelin-level know-how to the gloriously messy world of Korean fried chicken – and we're very much here for it.

Address: Flat Iron Square, 45 Southwark Street, London, SE1 9HP

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Written by Enytha Peer

Photography courtesy of Papa Dak

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Pergola on the Piste in Brixton

Jan 26, 2025

2 min read

Pergola on the Piste brings the Alpine party spirit straight to SW9, offering an unforgettable mountain-themed experience at their popular Brixton Market home.

Opened earlier this month, this transformed Pergola venue promises fun for everyone, with DJs, live entertainment, shot skis, and plenty of Aperol flowing, expect a lively atmosphere to brighten up those winter blues. In true Pergola style, drinks are themed and top notch.

Guests can kick things off with a shot-ski, then move on to signature cocktails like the ‘Aperol Margarita’ or ‘Mulled Margarita,’ both priced at £5. For those looking to warm up, the Maple Hard Cider (featuring Fireball Cinnamon, Absolut Vanilla, Apple & Honey) provides a cosy, mountain-inspired glow.

The venue also serves up a bottomless brunch every Saturday, featuring Nachos & Tacos from Jalisco in Brixton Market. For après-ski vibes, £5 margaritas are available every Thursday, while Friday brings £5 Aperol Spritzes between 4pm and 8pm. Of course, there are alcohol free options, with a selection of low and no-alcohol drinks also on offer. The mocktail menu includes a Crodino Spritz, Lucky Saint Radler, and a Nogroni made with Lyre’s London Dry, among others.

With its wintery atmosphere, Pergola on the Piste will keep the party going through early April, offering a unique and lively destination throughout the season.

Weekly Offers:

Thursdays - £5 Après Margaritas

Fridays - £5 Aperol Spritzes, 4-8pm

Saturdays - Bottomless Brunch with Nachos & Tacos from Jalisco in Brixton Market

Opening Hours:

January - Thursday - Saturday: 5pm – 11.30pm

Opening hours to be extended from February

Address: Brixton Village, Coldharbour Ln, London, SW9 8PS

Website: https://www.pergolabrixton.co.uk

Written by Jordan Crowley

Photography courtesy of Pergola Brixton