Darina Allen: Ready for a taste of London’s delights and new food vibes

There have been many high-profile launches in recent months despite the deeply challenging trading climate and the many closures, mainly due to costs rising exponentially in every area

I hate banoffee pie with a passion, but everyone seemed to be raving about it, so my grandson ordered one as well as a huge choux bun oozing with chocolate mousse, whipped cream, and crunchy praline with a wafer of craquelin on top. Both were luscious and irresistible

It's over four months now since my knee replacement. Even though I’m still a bit ‘bockety’, I’m infinitely more mobile than previously so I’m up for little adventures. 

Recently, I flew to London to attend a ‘Last Supper’ gathering to remember Skye Gyngell, a dearly loved cook and friend who sadly passed away at just 62 years of age.