Food has a wonderful way of connecting us, regardless of our background. I knew I was onto something special when I set up Let’s Do Lunch Network seven years ago whilst studying journalism at UAL (University of the Arts London). Even then, at the early stage of my career, it was apparent my superpower as a creative would be to establish meaningful IRL (in real life) connections beyond the URL!
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Low-lit Thai chain restaurant with a modern dark wood interior and square communal tables. Meeting with my Italian friend Andrea during his visit to London, I opted for these favourite small plates from Busaba which pack a big punch! … Continue reading
Every year my best friend Kinho from Brazil flies to London for a work conference, then takes the opportunity to stay an extra few days with me in Soho. When it comes to recommending places to eat, I have to admit I’m not the most experimental (something I’m on a mission to change), I tend to stick to what I know… and Pho was on the list for a healthy (and slurpy) catch up with my bestie bro! Continue reading
It’s said we eat with our eyes, so it’s no wonder the restaurant with over 200 chains across the world has got it so right; a choice of what goes in – and what stays out of your dish! Vapiano offers a wide range of freshly prepared Italian dishes cooked to order right in front of you – appealing for even the fussiest of eaters! Continue reading
When Global Dinners co-founder Ricardo Tannus reached out via LinkedIn to hear more about Let’s Do Lunch Network, it wasn’t long before the conversation went from email, to a meal! I met up with Ricardo at Whyte & Brown in Kingly Court for lunch, and it turns out food isn’t our only common interest. Brazil, Ghana, student-initiative-turned-business, promoting diversity and connecting people through sharing of food are just some of the things which connected us! Continue reading
No holding back: I make the first move for freshly baked pizza!
A few months ago I organised a workshop wearing one of my other hats, Diversity Matters! The event had a ‘skills share’ collaborative approach themed on addressing race equality agendas in the workplace, attended by those passionate about seeing diverse representation. Continue reading
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