Shannon Bennett's London

Book excerpt: A guided tour of the best restaurants and hotels of London from one of Australia's most highly acclaimed chefs From Michelin-starred restaurants to local bistros and from luxury hotels to dining rooms with a view, let a world-class chef navigate you through the plethora of culinary experiences that London now has to offer. Shannon Bennett and Scott Murray speak with absolute authority on the diversity of the London food scene and also make suggestions for foodie destination trips out of town. Across the book's 12 chapters, they explore boutique hotels, fine-dining restaurants, and hip eateries – always comparing and contrasting their thoughts on the experiences. Fully illustrated and complete with Shannon's own recipes inspired by these incredible meals, this handbook offers a new perspective on one of the world's most popular destinations.