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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Shian Nails – Fillers Treatment Review

Dec 28, 2022
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Updated: May 28, 2024

Having opened in early 2021, Shian Nails has become a Dalston beauty institution, known for their luxurious beauty treatments. Offering everything from express manicures to anti-wrinkle injections, the team is renowned for giving high-quality service with a smile. Located on the Haggerston stretch of Kingsland Road, the salon can’t be missed; a glistening sign with gold writing and a beautiful window display, the clear emphasis on aesthetics is a good omen for what lies inside. Greeted by a friendly team and a delicious oat latte, I immediately felt comfortable and at ease.

Having been thinking about trying fillers for my smile lines for about a year now, this seemed like the perfect opportunity to dive in. I was greeted by my specialist Jo who introduced herself before leading me downstairs into the treatment room; immaculately clean with a comfortable bed, I was offered a stress toy animal to squeeze should the injectables become too uncomfortable. Jo talked me through the components, how the procedure works what the risks could be (as well as how she would react to these), a nurse in her other job I felt entirely confident in both what she was telling me and her ability to do a good job. Jo explained that hyaluronic acid would be injected into my smile lines to essentially fill in the wrinkle and lift the creases out of the skin.

Preparing myself for a lot of pain, I actually found it to be more tolerable than I expected, no more painful than having a tattoo. I had 4 shots on each side using a total of 1ml of fillers across both sides, with Jo stopping to show me my reflection and check in after every couple of injections. The whole thing took a total of about 10 minutes and I could instantly see the difference. The procedure didn’t completely remove all of the lines but there was a tremendous reduction, and so subtle that no one has noticed that I have had it done. The downtime was minimal; my appointment was in the morning and I went to work and out that night and had no issues, a very slight swelling that you could feel to touch but not notice by looking. For about a week I could fill a solid line where the liquid had settled but this has now disappeared, and it just feels normal.

A great East London spot, Shian Nails specialise in everything from nails to injectables with plans to expand further this year. A super friendly and knowledgeable team makes for a relaxed visit with quality service.

Address: 446 Kingsland Rd, London E8 4AE

For more information visit: www.shiannails.com

Written by Jordan Crowley

Photography courtesy of Shian Nails

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