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Eating local in Barcelona
Two great restaurants selected by our Spanish specialist Ferran Centelles for Jancis and Nick during Barcelona’s wine trade fair. There is really one word that accurately describes the three-day Barcelona...
Nick Lander
Sunday 15 February 2026
• 1 min read
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Wine needs a new social contract
It’s time for a reset from vineyards to restaurants, says Robert Camuto. A long-time wine writer, Robert recently launched Italy Matters, a Substack newsletter, and he’s kindly allowed us to...
Guest contributor
Wednesday 11 February 2026
• 1 min read
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Nick on restaurants
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Nick on restaurants
The inside story of London's Chinatown. Its main thoroughfare Gerrard Street is seen above.
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A new gem that's a seaside walk from Brighton on the south coast of England, and within striking distance of...
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A great new arrival in north London. Assorted dishes from its kitchen are pictured above by Justin De Souza.
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An authentic Sri Lankan restaurant in London's Borough Market is proving extremely popular.
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Nick on restaurants
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Nick on restaurants
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