Jasmine Lee Kennedy is our Lead Editor - Food & Drink at
DesignMyNight, with a first-class degree, an NCTJ Diploma, and over
9 years of experience writing, editing and commissioning content on
all things food and drink.
Born in Brixton, she's a London local, and an expert on
restaurants, bars and pubs in the city - she's worked in many
herself, which gives her a unique insider's perspective into the
city's vibrant food and drink scene.
Over her 5 years at DesignMyNight, she's tried and tested
the best
Sunday roasts, has reviewed some of the hottest spots in town,
from Michelin-starred Taku to local gem Babur, and is always on the hunt for the
best new restaurants in
London.
Looking for the best new
restaurants in London for
2026? As we move into spring, the restaurant scene is
positively blooming: from Michelin-starred chefs launching bold new
ventures to hidden gems...
Japanese culture is as popular as ever in
London. Whether it’s the insane matcha craze, the appetite for the
country’s Instagrammable baked goods, or festivals like Hyper Japan celebrating pop...
Brazilian Barbeque Restaurants
in London are renowned for their stunning, perfectly
grilled meats, often sourced from Argentinian cattle for that extra
premium touch, and served all-you-can-eat style as part of...
There's no denying that our city is a
wonderland of food - but let's face it, we're all feeling the pinch
at the moment. You may think that eating out...
Thai food is absolutely having its moment.
There are more and more restaurants across London serving up the
spicy, tangy, flavour-packed dishes that put Thailand on the
culinary map -...
Imagine this: behemoth plates piled high
with juicy sausages, sizzling bacon, hash browns, fried eggs, baked
beans, plus a healthy helping of black pudding... If that’s got
your stomach growling,...
The Sunday roast at The Great Exhibition
in East Dulwich.
It’s no secret that everyone’s been pinching the pennies
recently. Bills are on the up and the cozzy livs is...
The Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs 2026
have been announced and the lineup is a knock-out.
What Are The Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs Awards & How Are
They Chosen?...
It's no secret that January is one of the gloomiest months in
our calendar. Not only do we have a festive come down from all of
the joy and merriment...
Though seafood boils started back in ol’
Louisiana in the 18th century, as a way for communities to get
together and catch up over some delicious food, they've expanded
far...
It wasn't just Ivan Orkin's 2017 appearance on Chef's Table that
brought him cult status - after developing a passion for Japanese
culture as a teen, the NYC-born chef moved...