From Patrick Guilbaud to Pollen Street Social and back home to Dublin, Library Street's Kevin Burke reflects on building a restaurant rooted in pure flavour, team culture and a city he says is "seriously cool". With The Knife, Kevin talks about Michelin pressure, coddle cravings, and why stripping a dish back is often the hardest – and most rewarding – move.

Tucked inside Aldgate’s Hotel Saint, The Cardinal Bar & Kitchen is reimagining street food for the modern diner. Executive Chef Glen Padiyar blends global flavours with local East End energy, serving up sharable plates like Chicken Momos and Confit Duck Bao alongside British staples and bold cocktails. With a menu rooted in seasonality and spice, The Cardinal brings a taste of London’s streets to the comfort of a stylish hotel setting.