Super summer dining spots

Where to eat & drink this summer?

The long-awaited return to eati ng out is fi nally over. We can even be seated indoors in bars and restaurants once again. We’ve put together a shortlist of some of our favourite places for meeti ng up over long-awaited lunches with friends and family, romanti c dinners and catch-ups over drinks this summer. You are sure to enjoy the tasti est of meals wherever you dine

Don Luis

Spanish tapas and Argentinian steaks in Esher

An indulgent new tapas and steak restaurant has opened in the heart of Esher. Their vast selection of authentic Spanish and Argentinian dishes will tantalise the taste buds and will ensure you return again and again to sample the full menu. Whether you fancy patatas bravas, sizzling gambas or succulent steak Don Luis caters for all. Serving only authentic and best possible quality ingredients from Spain and Argentina spiced up with lively music and warm ambience to provide a welcoming atmosphere for all.

10 High Street, Esher KT10 9RT 01372 202197

Fratelli Delicatessen

a little piece of Italy in the heart of North Kingston

Missing Italy this summer? Head over to Fratelli for a coffee or a delicious lunch prepared by owner Antonio who has years of experience as a chef at London’s top Italian restaurants. As well as creating fantastic food he is more than happy to suggest perfect ingredients or give great advice on any of your cooking queries. You’ll fi nd a well-stocked deli counter, Italian groceries and also a broad selection of wine, including some of the fi nest vintage Italian wine.

10% off a case of six bottles of wine, valid until 31 July. 57 Park Road, Kingston upon Thames KT2 6DB 020 8549 8021 | fratellidelicatessen.com

Roz Ana

award-winning Indian cuisine in Kingston

If you have not yet tried the award winning Roz Ana in Kingston yet, you defi nitely should. Over the last 13 years it has become the place to go for the best in authentic regional Indian food from across the sub-continent. Check out some very special dishes; coconut soft shell crab from Goa, chicken tikka masala in a sauce laced with Laphroaig whisky, chocolate samosas to name a few. At the bottom of Kingston Hill, away from the busy town centre, it’s a smart but casual spot for relaxing with cocktails, great wines and the most addictive of cuisines.

4-8 Kingston Hill KT2 7NH 020 8546 6388 | roz-ana.com

The Retreat Kitchen

a vegan gem in Richmond

Food for your heart and soul. The Retreat Kitchen is hugely popular for a reason as this independent plant based cafe is one of a kind. It occupies an unassuming spot on Richmond’s Hill Rise and is a perfect place to truly unwind. Maggie and Claire have created a warm, open and friendly cafe in which to enjoy their homemade creations. Whether you are in a mood for a healthy salad and fresh juice or a jackfruit chilli hot dog and some delicious cake, you’ll leave feeling happy and nourished.

16 Hill Rise, Richmond TW10 6UA 020 8127 0700 | theretreatkitchen.co.uk

Riverside Walk

six incredible restaurants with spectacular riverside views

Situated on Riverside Walk, by Kingston Bridge, the six restaurants offer diverse cuisine that’s ideal for any occasion, from early morning breakfast to late dinners, and caters for all taste buds with a great variety of cuisines. There is plenty of outdoor seating available making it the perfect setting during the long summer days for alfresco dining and watching the sun go down over the river.

Restaurants: Bill’s, Busaba, Chakra, Comptoir Libanais, Côte Brasserie, Haché Riverside Social.

riversidewalkkingston.co.uk KT1 1QN

Stein’s Berlin

modern German in South Kensington

Stein’s Berlin is a new and exciting city addition to the well loved and family owned group of Stein’s Bavarian restaurants in Kingston and Richmond. A mix of a modern contemporary interior and an elegant Grade 2 listed building create a sophisticated yet relaxed place for authentic German food, beer and wine from all its different regions. The bar also mixes fantastic cocktails and serves even coffee and cake any time of the day. You’ll fi nd Berlin on Exhibition Road, overlooking Princess Gardens near Royal Albert Hall. You’ll fi nd Berlin on Exhibition Road, overlooking Princess Gardens near Royal Albert Hall.

51 Princes Gate (entrance on Exhibition Road), South Kensington, London SW7 2PH 020 3968 4600 | berlininkensington.stein-s.com

Children’s mental health matters!

is a charity on a mission to improve mental health awareness. We are committed to educating individuals and organisations so they understand mental health and emotional wellbeing, and how to manage them effectively to lead successful, fulfilled lives.

In 2017 Shawmind raised 103,000 signatures during our initial Headucation campaign for a parliamentary debate which led to compulsory mental health education in schools. Following on from this, Headucation 2025 focuses on equipping teachers to better understand mental health and support their pupils more effectively to deal with it.

OUR GOAL: 150,000 teachers trained in basic mental health awareness by 2025 – mental health support for 2.5 million schoolchildren per year.

1 in 6 children aged 5-16 years has a probable mental disorder? Furthermore, only 63% of these children had regular support from their school or college.

The launch of Headucation 2025 coincides with the opening of the Lu-Ma Breathe Café in Wimbledon. As part of our commitment to improving the mental health of the Merton borough, we aim to make the borough the first in London to have all of its currently active primary and secondary school teachers trained in mental health awareness.

We are delighted to offer all teachers FREE basic

mental health training. Funded entirely through grants and donations, we are making this CPD-accredited training available at no cost to the individual or the school. The training is not demanding and is designed to fit busy teaching schedules.