Each month we publish a round-up of the most exciting new openings across food and drink around the world over on the tfp trendhub. Here are some of the highlights from March 2023 from London, Singapore, Auckland, Cornwall and more.
Crocadon, Cornwall
Back in 2017, chef-grower Dan Cox took on a farm in St Mellion, Cornwall with the hope of turning it into a self-sufficient, hyper-seasonal restaurant. Five years later, he has opened Crocadon, a restaurant housed within a barn on the farm that celebrates the connection between food and agriculture. This is a true farm-to-table experience with dishes made using the regenerative organic ingredients Cox has spent years cultivating. There's a choice of two tasting menus whilst Sundays offer a sharing-style slap-up roast. Cox learnt his craft working from Simon Rogan, one of the key players on the farm-to-fork sustainable dining scene so expect big things.
Find out more here.
Liquid Lightning, Auckland
A new haven for health has opened its doors on Jervois Road. Liquid Lightning, the brainchild of naturopath Grace Miller and Jane Wilson who established the Exercise Room as the first luxury gym in New Zealand in 2004, is the place to come to kick-start your day or boost your mood. There are cabinets lined with fresh-pressed juices, a menu of nutrient-dense smoothies and coolers dosed with adaptogens as well as fresh coffee. Each juice and smoothie is made with medicinal doses of supplements and adaptogens to offer a noticeable effect on mood and overall health. This is the place to recharge, relax and rediscover your sense of wellbeing.
Find out more here.
Zapote, London
London's love affair with Mexican cuisine shows no signs of slowing down with the latest offering opening its doors. Zapote is offering traditional Mexican fare but with creative twists. Tortillas are made in-house using native Mexican corn varieties whilst Mexican chillis and spices are imported quarterly in the interests of sustainability. Dishes include the likes of beef tartare and bone marrow tacos, scallop cevice with persimmon and roasted sweetcorn and charred lamb neck with aubergine and tamarind tortillas. As for drinks, there is an extensive cocktail menu that, not surprisingly, focuses on mezcal and tequila-based drinks.
Find out more here.
Le Matin, Singapore
Le Matin, which burst onto the scene in the midst of the pandemic, has opened its first dine-in concept in Ion Orchard. The name behind the brand is Mohammed Al-Matin who was previously the pastry chef at Restaurant Andre and Noma. Of course, the display cases are awash with pastries of all kinds, from choux buns to tarts and viennoiseries. What's new is the brunch menu where he has creatively reimagined staples - his version of scrambled eggs sees it enhanced with black truffle aioli and truffle paste and embedded between round croissant buns. And keep an eye out for dinner as well as Al-Matin plans to extend the offer to this soon.
Find out more here.
Gair, New York
A new cocktail bar has opened its doors in DUMBO that looks out over the Manhattan Bridge. Gair takes its inspiration from the industrial history of the area, reflecting this in its interiors with polished concrete walls and a concrete-accented bars. Seasonal cocktails feature, created with unique spirits and ingredients like the Old Man and The Sea, mixing Japanese whisky, soy ad nori. For those after something a little more simple, you can opt for the natural wines and locally sourced beers. And if peckish, there is a range of sharing plates to tuck into.
Find out more here.
Disorder, Manchester
Disorder has opened its doors in the Northern Quarter, named after the first track on Joy Division's debut album, Unknown Pleasures. The new spot is set over two floors and houses a bar that hosts live music and DJ nights along with a bar and space where customers can grab Asian-inspired street food. As for drinks, there's a pretty extensive selection of whiskies as well as sake. Cocktails include the familiar such as a Negroni or Old Fashioned and some more unusual choices including the Japanese Slipper that mixed Midori with Triple Sec and lemon.
Find out more here.
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