Josh Barrie is a food and drink writer for Evening Standard, with weekly bar review On The Sauce
Josh Barrie is a food and drink writer for Evening Standard, with weekly bar review On The Sauce

Yi-Ban, opposite City Airport, has existed in east London for more than 20 years, but should be far more popular

After he sold his chain, John Vincent watched it get ‘bad’. Can he revive its fortunes?

Josh Barrie and his Clark’s desert boots pad softly into Annabel’s for a drink with the star

Cubana is a joyous place, writes Josh Barrie

Negronis for a fiver will do well in this part of town

A refreshing drink in the springtime heat

Nourishing scenes are happening, and happening well, writes Josh Barrie

From mortadella rolls to plump egg sandos, London has a sandwich culture to rival any in the world

Everywhere is going to be busy, but these pubs and bars will be your best bet

There is no need for beer to cost this much, writes Josh Barrie

Toast the start of terrace season at the capital’s best outdoor dining spaces, from laidback waterside pubs to the bougiest rooftops

Sova is this new, polished and a little contrived — but once it loosens up, it’s going to be a marvel, says Josh Barrie

The hospitality campaign works to end homelessness across the UK

On Kamari beach is a post-swim dish of repute, says Josh Barrie

Times are hard for London’s chippies, but Joseph’s is proof they’re worth preserving, says Josh Barrie

In search of late-night London? Follow the butt plugs, says Josh Barrie

Heston Blumenthal talks to Josh Barrie about being bipolar and closing his London flagship

Greggs has launched its latest menu item across the UK
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Time to take this outside? These alfresco spots are perfect for a drink in the warm weather

Flash without the cash, as chosen by Josh Barrie

Nekter is the work of wine supplier to the stars Jon Davey, who specialises in vintages from the New World