The Go To Weekend

Welcome back to The Go-To Weekend, your ultimate guide to making the most of your days off. Hosted by Sunday Times deputy food editor Hannah Evans and Foodism deputy editor Molly Codyre, we’re here delivering the hottest tips on where to go, what to eat, and what not to miss this weekend.This week, Hannah and Molly kick things off with a chat about The Beatles, following the announcement of Sam Mendes’s ambitious four-part film project—one film for each band member. With casting details emerging, they discuss whether this approach will give fresh insight into the Fab Four or just be another rehash of rock history. They also round up the best (and worst) April Fool’s Day pranks they fell for this year, including fake restaurant openings and absurd fashion collaborations that had them momentarily fooled.Then, it's onto a crucial topic: late-night eating in London. After a long night out, where’s the best place to grab a bite? They debate the merits of Beigel Bake on Brick Lane—iconic, but do the queues kill the vibe?—versus the newer, but equally excellent Sons + Daughters for an after-hours sandwich fix. They also throw in a few wild cards, like Noodle & Beer noodle bar, which serves steaming bowls of udon into the late hours, and Old Town 97 for a midnight roast duck feast.Then, they’re joined by Alexina Anatole—finance-professional-turned-food-writer, MasterChef finalist, and cookbook author—for a deep dive into her journey from the world of finance to food. She opens up about the realities of making money in cookbook publishing, the challenges of breaking into the industry, and how growing up in Paris shaped her love of bold flavours. Alexina also goes in on River Cafe, delivering an unfiltered critique of its service. While she fully respects the restaurant’s legacy, she argues that for the price point, diners deserve better than a dining experience that can sometimes feel cold and indifferent. The food? Undeniably good. The hospitality? In her view, inconsistent at best.Beyond that, Alexina shares her thoughts on dating and food, including the ultimate culinary red flags. She rounds things off with a list of her must-visit London restaurants, favourite art galleries, and go-to late-night spots. The conversation also delves into the complexities of flavour, with a discussion on umami, MSG, and how she builds layers of taste in her cooking.Hit play for your weekend fix of food, culture, and the best things to do in London.

Welcome back to The Go-To Weekend, your ultimate guide to making the most of your days off. Hosted by Sunday Times deputy food editor Hannah Evans and Foodism deputy editor Molly Codyre, we’re here delivering the hottest tips on where to go, what to eat, and what not to miss this weekend—all with a sharp eye, a raised glass, and zero tolerance for nonsense.This week, we’re diving into the wild world of Nobu—the restaurant that’s been a celebrity magnet for decades. With its first Manchester outpost now open, we look back at its star-studded history, iconic black cod miso (a staggering 538,000 portions sold annually), and the A-listers who’ve made it their second home.Then, it’s onto Hollywood’s latest disaster: the Snow White remake. Between casting controversies, political tensions, and some seriously brutal reviews, we ask—has Disney finally lost the plot?Back in the food world, we take on the latest pantry essential: Bold Beans. Are they worth the £4 price tag, and more importantly, can you handle the, er, side effects? And we head to Borough Market to unpack how it’s changed, whether it’s still a place for locals, and which vendors are actually worth your time.With Borough on the mind, we sit down with chef Elliot Hashtroudi to talk about his restaurant Camille, the highs and lows of the industry, and why government support for restaurants is seriously lacking.And of course, we wrap things up our things to eat, drink and do this weekend, Hannah’s birthday plans, some hilarious food mishaps. Grab a drink, get comfortable, and let’s make the most of the weekend.

Welcome back to The Go-To Weekend, your ultimate guide to making the most of your days off. Hosted by Sunday Times deputy food editor Hannah Evans and Foodism deputy editor Molly Codyre, we’re here with the hottest tips on where to go, what to eat, and what not to miss—all with a sharp eye, a raised glass, and zero tolerance for nonsense.This week, we’re joined by the one and only Claire Dinhut—aka @condimentclaire, the Condiment Queen, as anointed by Nigella and Ottolenghi themselves. From debating whether butter qualifies as a condiment to the unexpected joys of soy sauce on vanilla ice cream, we’re getting deep into the saucy stuff.Elsewhere, Hannah uncovers a troubling new restaurant trend: Dorian and others are secretly ranking diners based on how ‘good’ a customer they are, with priority bookings and VIP treatment reserved for the chosen few. Is this the future of dining—or just another way to make eating out feel like an exclusive club?We’re also heading to Wolton Kitchen Garden in the Cotswolds, the perfect antidote to the nauseating scene at Soho Farmhouse. Plus, we swap stories of the most incongruous celebrity spots in restaurants and debate the best places for a first date.And of course, we round things off with our Go-To picks of the week—what to do, read, watch, eat, and, crucially, what to avoid.Grab a drink, get comfortable, and let’s make the most of the weekend.

Welcome to The Go-To Weekend, your ultimate guide to making the most of your days off. Hosted by Sunday Times deputy food editor Hannah Evans and Foodism deputy editor Molly Codyre, we’re here delivering the hottest tips on where to go, what to eat, and what not to miss this weekend, all with a sharp eye, a raised glass, and zero tolerance for nonsense.This week, we’re taking in the scent of Tom Straker’s candle—does it whisper ‘buttery bliss’ or just smell like burning cash? And speaking of money, we’re tackling International Women’s Day, the gender pay gap, and why letting your partner pick up the tab might just be a sleeper act of economic rebalancing.Meanwhile, we reminisce about the golden age of Big Mamma Group restaurant launches - back when treating yourself didn’t require financial planning and leaving a restaurant launch in an ambulance wasn’t quite the faux par it might be today.Then, with St Patrick’s Day looming, we get stuck into the internet boxing match of the year, Ellis vs Corcoran, before we brace for the inevitable onslaught of Guinness brosplaining while making the case for Beamish as the superior pint. Plus, in a twist that defies all logic, we investigate Guinness as a health food—its surprising role in weight loss and post-pregnancy recovery.Grab a drink, get comfortable, and let’s make the most of the weekend.