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David Ellis

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David Ellis is the editor of the Reveller. He writes regularly about eating and drinking, and is a keen practitioner of both.

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David Ellis is the editor of the Reveller. He writes regularly about eating and drinking, and is a keen practitioner of both.

Food + Drink

Yes we can! Top chefs on the best meals to make with tinned food

As food shortages worsen and grocery prices reach another high, London’s top chefs tell David Ellis how to get creative with store cupboard staples

Mar 2, 2023
Restaurants

Michel Roux calls for return of frog taken on tribute night to Albert

The frog, which the chef has had for more than 30 years, went missing on an evening raising money for Hospitality Action, in memory of his late father

Feb 28, 2023
Restaurants

Doppo: Flirty oysters, monkfish to marry — but it’s not true love

This Soho Italian is easy to admire, respect and like, says David Ellis, but for the moment the affair is strictly casual

Feb 22, 2023
Pubs, Bars and Nightlife

The Connaught Bar announces new Synergia menu to mark 15th birthday

Regarded as one of London’s finest place for a drink, the Connaught is celebrating a milestone with its new cocktail list

Feb 21, 2023
Restaurants

The best pancakes in London

What do you call someone who can’t stop stealing pancakes? A crêpe-tomaniac

Feb 21, 2023
Food + Drink

Five top chefs share their favourite recipes for Pancake Day

Five chefs, five twists: not all heroes wear crepes

Feb 21, 2023
Pubs, Bars and Nightlife

Is Guinness about to lose its crown to Brewdog’s Black Heart?

Guinness is now the UK’s most popular pint — and now Brewdog are gunning for a slice of that pie. The ES Reveller team sink a pint of both

Feb 20, 2023
Clubbing

Bouji wonderland: Is this the return of posh boy clubbing?

Boujis, London’s most infamous club, is coming back to life. David Ellis meets the man who taught the royals how to properly party

Feb 15, 2023
Restaurants

Hawthorn: Revolutionary? No — but everywhere needs a local like this

An upscale neighbourhood restaurant, Hawthorn is the kind of place your parents might have picked to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, or cutting someone out of their will

Feb 15, 2023
Restaurants

Valentine’s SOS: Where (and how) to bluff your way through the big day

Feeling the pressure or just looking to spice up your plans? The Reveller team are ready with a survival guide for February 14

Feb 14, 2023
Restaurants

Chefs Andy Beynon and Sally Abé announce lunch to support #CookforIran

The six-course lunch will see the chefs collaborate on a number of riffs on traditional Persian dishes

Feb 9, 2023
Events and Things To Do

Pxssy Palace announce Skin2Skin, its first party for over 30s only

The night is promising erotic readings, striptease shows and the chance to be hand-fed food

Feb 9, 2023
Pubs, Bars and Nightlife

Why Filipino rum is set to be the spirit of 2023

Though so far little known in the UK, one distiller is determined to make Filipino rum a must-order for Londoners. David Ellis takes a sip

Feb 6, 2023
Restaurants

Diners raise £750k for homeless during successful StreetSmart campaign

The number of rough sleepers in London is reportedly up 21 per cent on 2021; StreetSmart has raised more than £12m over 25 years to help

Feb 6, 2023
Restaurants

Claude Bosi and Samyukta Nair: We’re rethinking Mayfair with Socca

Ahead of their new opening together, the chef and restaurateur explain why they’re promising more than just glitz with their new bistro

Feb 3, 2023
Events and Things To Do

Where to learn about London's LGBTQ+ history

From the UK’s only museum dedicated to LGBTQ+ history to a stalwart of Soho’s pub scene, here’s where to uncover more about the London’s queer past

Feb 2, 2023
Events and Things To Do

Marylebone Food Festival returns with Cavita cooking at charity launch

The festival, which has raised thousands for community cafe supporting those with HIV, returns in April

Feb 2, 2023
Pubs, Bars and Nightlife

Sentia taste test: Can this non-alcoholic spirit really get you drunk?

The two flavours we try are red and black and you too may find they’re a bit of a gamble, says David Ellis

Feb 2, 2023
Food & Drink

Raise a toast with our pick of the best Scotch whiskies

Honour the great poet by sipping on a dram of Scottish hooch

Feb 2, 2023
Restaurants

Papi: Are these two London’s rowdiest restaurateurs?

Matthew Scott and Charlie Carr have made their name with pop-ups that are more like parties. Ahead of new opening Papi, they tell David Ellis what’s next

Feb 1, 2023