FOOD AND DRINK

Sharing the spicy prawn crackers to start, I perused the (very large) menu and tried to make up my mind, finally settling on the One Giggling Squid Tapas Set. Boasting four different dishes in one, this was a great way to try mini versions of their larger menu items and it’s a decision I’m very happy with. Sleeping Honey Duck, Cashew Stir Fry, Spring Rolls and Jasmine Rice: each dish was seemingly more delicious than the last, and all for just over £12. Though the Honey Duck really did stand out as my favourite.

Looking around at the plates of my fellow diners, every single dish looked great and there were plenty of positive reviews all round. Next time, the Lamb Shank Massam (which I stole a bite of) is definitely going to be on my agenda. But in the meantime, I absolutely recommend you try the restaurant yourself. Packed with fragrant flavours, a great team of servers and a wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks too, you can’t go wrong.

Lizzy O’Riordan

@gigglingsquid

70 Bridgford Road, West Bridgford, NG2 6AP

They also host, in my humble opinion, one of the best pub quizzes in Nottingham - which takes place every Wednesday at 8pm. In particular, their music quiz is a goodie - it’s popular and fills up quickly, so it’s best to make your booking through their website to secure your spot.

Keep an eye on their Instagram page as they have started hosting food pop ups too, with the likes of locals such as Prad Thai and Smokehouse UK! Julia Head

@theberlinerbar

6-8 High Road, Beeston, NG9 4AE

Can’t take the heat? I would say get out of the kitchen, but you probably shouldn’t be in the Mr Thai kitchen anyway, so at least just stick to the mild dishes - because this one is not for you! This spicy noodle stir fry is full of flavour and full of chillies… mrthaifood.co.uk

Giggling Squid –Thai Green Curry

Looking for a bit more of a familiar dish? Known for being a ‘farang’ (foreigner) favourite, this tops the charts for the best Thai Green Curry I’ve tried. From the choice of veg to the consistency of the curry, not one area missed the mark. Perfection. @gigglingsquid

Paste - Pla Murk Hua Hin

A best-seller according to the restaurant, crispy squid is always going to be a crowd pleaser, and you can’t get much better than Paste’s Pla Murk Hua Hin. Served with spring onions and a sweet chilli sauce, it’s a starter sent from the heavens.

@pastethaiuk

Rosa’s - Gai Satay

Fancy another smaller dish or snack? You can never go wrong with a chicken satay. This classic dish is transformed through its multitude of flavours, including a zesty lemon tang to the grilled chicken. Incredible if you ask me.

@rosasthai

To Follow Golden Fleece

Nottingham’s 100% vegan pub is really a three-in-one. It has great drinks. It has Prickly Pear food. And it has exciting events on the regular. Drop them a follow to keep in the loop.

@goldenfleeceofficial

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