Nammie Matthews, Author at Brighton Restaurants Guide and Directory

An Ode to the Roast – Sunday Dining at Wild Flor

Posted by Nammie Matthews on 5th October 2020

An Ode to the Roast – Sunday Dining at Wild Flor Aside from the nation’s adoration for tea, the Sunday Roast might just be the most widely held tradition in the UK. But the mark of a great roast extends further than what’s on the plate. As the champion dish of the British home cook,…

Community at its heart – Experience at The Hartington

Posted by Nammie Matthews on 12th August 2020

Community at its heart – Experience at The Hartington Follow your feet halfway up Elm Grove and take a left on to Whippingham Road, and you’ll soon come across The Hartington. Its tell-tale sign might be its large, imposing stature that dominates the corner it stands on – or the locals that gather to people-watch…

Seasonal sustainability – Kindling Brighton Experience

Posted by Nammie Matthews on 29th January 2020

Seasonal sustainability – Kindling Brighton Experience With gentle light flickering from an open grill and a low-waste ethos at its heart, there are a few places across Brighton and Hove quite as accommodating as East Street’s newest fine food opening, and none more deserving of its name: Kindling. Nature at work The 45 cover restaurant’s…

‘A flavour liberation’ – Moksha Cafe review

Posted by Nammie Matthews on 25th October 2019

Moksha Cafe: A flavour liberation Sitting proudly in the centre of York Place overlooking St Peter’s Church in central Brighton, the bright and spacious Moksha Cafe was opened as a coffee shop more than 12 years ago by hospitality extraordinaire Oliver de Trafford. Humble beginnings With support from his family, Oli’s vision of his café…

‘Creative and rebellious’ – Upstairs at The Joker Review

Posted by Nammie Matthews on 14th August 2019

Upstairs at The Joker Review Even if you’ve not been into The Joker before, you’ll know the place. Standing proudly at the helm of Preston Circus, the two-storey Neighbourhood Cocktail Pub boasts delicious gin bowls, first class cocktails, excellent food courtesy of Lost Boys Chicken, and an energy that’s unique to the area – and…

‘An a la carte menu to be reckoned with’ – Bohemia Brighton Review

Posted by Nammie Matthews on 18th July 2019

Bohemia Brighton Review Long has Bohemia reigned when it comes to offering unique cocktails deep in the Lanes. It’s a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it type bar, nestled on the outskirts of Meeting House Lane, and completely unassuming by day. But missing out on this little taste of the Czech region would indeed be a mistake, as we find…

‘Fascinating fictitious tales’ – Hilton Brighton Metropole Review

Posted by Nammie Matthews on 8th July 2019

Hilton Brighton Metropole Bar – Review There are very few cocktail bars in Brighton that are quite as grandiose as the Hilton Brighton Metropole Bar. Plush quilted armchairs join circular booths for more intimate drinking, with the entire room looking out across the sea, but pretentious it is not; in fact, this decadent environment sets…

‘A Twist on Seaside Cuisine’ – Lucky Beach Brighton Review

Posted by Nammie Matthews on 4th July 2019

Are you feeling Lucky? Lucky Beach Brighton Review The Lucky brand has made quite a name for itself over the last couple of years. As part of the Kemptown Project, Lucky not only boasts a long-term residency at The Temple Bar but also offers Northern Thai barbecue at Brighton’s premium roastery and cafe Redroaster, through…

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