Not a restaurant but a ‘social food hub’, complete with a ‘concept’ and ‘happenings’ (instead of boring old events)… Jenius Social has arrived in Islington. The venue hosts supper clubs, cookery classes, masterclasses with industry experts and private dinners. It also has its own on-site deli. What Jenius Social does not offer, however, is regular restaurant service: […]

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One lucky Harden’s reader (and a friend) will have the chance to hone their kitchen skills at a free cookery course of their choice, courtesy of Jenius Social. A new food hub offering cooking masterclasses, Jenius Social opens in Islington later this month – and you and your friend could be among the first to take […]

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The Editors’ review of Kurobuta The prices at this ‘relaxed’ Japanese tavern aren’t very informal, but the food is ruddy good   Blanchette knows how to please Jay Rayner  The Guardian critic eschews a pricier tasting menu spot for this down-to-earth, small plates affair (which we also gave a big thumbs up to)   Lee Westcott’s […]

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