Restaurant Reviews
Rocksalt, Folkestone: tried and tested
April 18th 2012
The opening of Rocksalt was so hyped up that Kent Life decided to leave a visit until the restaurant was nearly a year old. So – was it worth the wait?
Restaurant review: Tapas Revolution, Bluewater
March 24th 2012
For a taste of truly authentic Spain in the UK, head for Bluewater and experience the vision that is Omar Allibhoy’s Tapas Revolution
Richard Phillips’ at Chapel Down, Tenterden
January 19th 2012
Entering its fourth year based at the home of English wine, would celebrity chef Richard Phillips’ eponymous restaurant at Chapel Down still live up to its early promise? Kent Life went to find out
Richard Phillips’ at Chapel Down, Tenterden
January 19th 2012
Entering its fourth year based at the home of English wine, would celebrity chef Richard Phillips’ eponymous restaurant at Chapel Down still live up to its early promise? Kent Life went to find out
The Black Pig Pub and Dining Room: Restaurant Review
November 10th 2011
The Black Pig is quirky, appealing, serves really tasty pub grub and is just a great place to hang out ...
Welcome addition to Dover’s hotel and dining scene: Dover Marina
November 9th 2011
A welcome addition to Dover’s hotel and dining scene, the Dover Marina looks after cruise passengers, locals and visitors in an elegant restaurant overlooking the harbour...
The Turner effect: Make a trip out of the new Turner Contemporary
September 29th 2011
Keen to see the new Turner Contemporary and make a bit of a trip out of it? Then pop up the road to Cliftonville and enjoy sea views and super service at homely Smith’s Court Hotel
The Bull in Wrotham: restaurant review from Kent Life
September 9th 2011
It might have ‘hotel’ in its name, but The Bull in Wrotham is a pub at heart where you can enjoy some exceptional cooking...
Kent August hotel of the month
August 20th 2011
Stand outside The Bell in Sandwich and your eyes could be deceived, as its historic exterior hides chic modern rooms and fine dining
The Abode Hotel, Canterbury reviewed
June 5th 2011
Need a short break to recharge your batteries? There’s a very stylish solution right here in Kent
Restaurant review: The Grand at Folkestone
March 20th 2011
With its Edwardian grandeur, spectacular setting and a talented new chef at the helm, The Grand is once again truly living up to its name
1181, Howfield Manor Hotel reviewed
February 24th 2011
Howfield Manor’s French restaurant, 1181, not only enjoys a delightful setting but with a young Parisian chef at the helm celebrating his first year here, it’s definitely poised for greater things
Kent Trading Standards tests foods
February 8th 2011
Do you always know what you are eating? Did you know that every year Kent Trading Standards works with Kent Scientific Services, to test thousands of samples of food on sale to the public, to make sure they contain safe ingredients...
Romantic restaurants in your area
January 24th 2011
With Valentine's day fast approaching, discover some excellent restaurants in your local area...
Chapter One, Locksbottom, reviewed
January 21st 2011
Celebrating the feast of St Valentine or simply want to impress your date? Then it doesn’t come much better than this Michelin-starred favourite...
RG’s at Rowhill Grange, Wilmington reviewed
December 24th 2010
When you want a mini break but not too far from home, Rowhill Grange has got everything from a new restaurant to comfortable accommodation and an award-winning spa
Age and Sons, Broadstairs, reviewed
November 22nd 2010
Runner up for best restaurant in The Independent Food and Drink Awards 2009 and awarded a Bib Gourmand from Michelin, this family run restaurant in Ramsgate with fish at the heart of its menu is definitely one to watch
Tufail restaurant, Gravesend: reviewed
October 18th 2010
When it’s cold outside we automatically crave foods that will give us a bit of warmth, our own internal fire – and this Gravesend Indian restaurant really hits the spot
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