John Salt with Ben Spalding

John Salt is a “neighbourhood bar with good beer” and resides on Upper Street in Islington. It’s more than just a bar however, it’s the first restaurant from Ben Spalding since he left the kitchen of Roganic. He has taken up a 6 month residency to run the kitchen at this newly renovated bar/restaurant and my gentleman companion and I were lucky enough to have … Continue reading John Salt with Ben Spalding

Ben Spalding and Rare Tea Lady Dinner

Ever since visiting Stripped Back by Ben Spalding, I’ve been a big fan of his. I was rather excited by the news that he was doing a one off dinner in collaboration with Henrietta Lovell (aka the Rare Tea Lady) which would consist of a tasting menu with matching teas. Once I convinced my gentleman companion that the £80 a head would be worth it … Continue reading Ben Spalding and Rare Tea Lady Dinner