Kiera is an Editor at DesignMyNight, specialising in food, drink
and culture across London and the wider UK. With a BA in Journalism
and over eight years' experience, including time at The Sunday
Times and Marie
Claire, she brings a sharp, informed eye to the UK's dining and
nightlife scene.
Across her three years at DesignMyNight, she's reviewed everything
from Michelin-starred
Legado to Peckham favourite
Lai Rai, and knows where to find the best
exhibitions in London and top listening
bars. Her work spans hands-on venue visits and firsthand
testing across the country, not just the capital.
You may know Chef Aktar Islam for his two-Michelin-starred Opheem in Birmingham - one of only two Indian restaurants in the UK (alongside
Gymkhana) to hold such an accolade. It’s...
It’s been a massive year for BiBi in Mayfair. Led by Chef Patron Chet Sharma, the
contemporary Indian restaurant is named after the colloquial
Urdu word for ‘grandma’ - a...
Even though I’ve lived in London for over ten years, I had never
- naturally - woken up next to Buckingham Palace. That all changed last week
when I stayed...
The new Barton Arcade location (pictured)
is where the Classic Football Shirts shop used to
be.
There's unique cafes, there's cute cafes, there's even cafes in toilets, but after five long years,
Manchester's...
While some embark on a 'hot girl summer,' I've found myself in
the middle of a hot woodland one - wolfing down flame-kissed meats
on heavy-duty, seasoned logs far more...
If you've got a sweet tooth, then you
might have had your fair share of pancakes across the capital, but
there's one type that's quite literally rising above
the rest. Japanese soufflé pancakes or...
Looking to swap your phone for a
paintbrush? Pottery painting in Manchester might
just be the mindful weekend or mid-week activity you didn’t know you needed. The city's
ceramic scene is...
Let's be honest, London’s not exactly
known for its peace and quiet; finding somewhere to properly unwind
can often feel like a small miracle among a city that's well on...
Tucked away in the crisp Essex woods lies Tey Brook Orchard,
home to Browning Bros.’ fifth-generation organic farm and the
setting for The Wild Table. Following three
sell-out successes, this...
As you emerge from Old Street station, a towering cylindrical
building sits adjacent to it. It's home to Art’otel Hoxton, a
modern four-star hotel that hosts galleries, live music, and,...
Bistros are currently thriving in London; while much of
this revival champions British dishes, it’s not all about puddings
and pork chops. Especially not when it comes to Calong, a Korean-inspired...
London may be home to some of the
world’s most lavish Michelin-starred eateries, but you don’t need a
black card to dine like royalty (especially at these amazing
Bib Gourmand-awarded...
