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TOWN: DINING Vittle & Swig, Tunbridge Wells Granville, Canterbury Seasonal, creatively crafted, one-of-a-kind dishes offering a little bit of luxury in an understated location, perfect for romantic dining or drinks with friends. www.vittleandswig.co.uk A characterful pub/dining room offering modern European food, traditional Kentish cask ales, international lagers and wines by the glass, to be enjoyed in the comfortable sofa, bar, or eating areas or outside in the pretty enclosed garden. www.granvillelowerhardres.co.uk The Ivy, Tunbridge Wells The renowned London establishment’s first Kent-based restaurant, offering a sophisticated and friendly all-day dining experience, serving British classics and crafted cocktails, just a few minutes’ walk from the idyllic Pantiles. www.theivytunbridgewells.com Brettingtons Steak and Lobster House, Rochester Boasting the largest steaks in Kent, with a vast range of cuts and sizes including Wagyu, Rare Breed and USDA beef, as well as finest lobster; all cooked on their Josper Grill and served with freshly-made-in-house sauces. www.brettingtons.com Prima Donnas, West Wickham Serving the community for nearly 30 years, this elegant Italian restaurant provides first-class cuisine in a relaxed, Mediterranean atmosphere, especially popular for intimate, romantic dinners. www.primadonnas.co.uk Curious Brewery, Ashford In-house restaurant at the new flagship Brewery from award-winning Kentish producer Chapel Down. Offering snacks and beer food, classic gastro-pub main dishes and tempting desserts alongside their flagship brews. www.curiousbrewery.com Koz, Beckenham Refined authentic menu of flawlessey prepared Central Asian, Middle Eastern, Balkan and Mediterranean cuisine, served in a sleek and welcoming dining room. www.kozrestaurant.co.uk Amalfi, Sittingbourne Authentic Italian dining experience offering homemade food, made with traditional Italian methods, wines, cocktails and desserts, in a modern dining room set in a historic Grade II listed building. www.amalfi-sittingbourne.co.uk The Bickley, Chislehurst Popular steakhouse offering 28-day aged premium cuts and succulent rotisserie chicken in a great family- friendly ‘local pub’, set in leafy surroundings complete with huge garden. www.thebickley.com Duke of Wellington, West Malling Warm and friendly family-owned pub providing a wonderful range of homemade food boasting local produce, cask ales and fine wines. With an inglenook fireplace for the colder months and a variety of outside areas for alfresco drinking and dining in the summer, this welcoming gem is not only family friendly, but dog friendly too! www.dukeofwellingtonryarsh.com Browns of Bexley, Bexley A quintessential delicatessen full of vintage décor, that offers an afternoon tea of delight consisting of a wide variety of homemade sandwiches, delicious cakes and of course, fresh scones. www.brownsofbexley.co.uk Delaney’s, Tunbridge Wells Tamarind, Sevenoaks Quirky fun café serving a great combination of sweet and savory crêpes, gallettes, American stacks, and waffles accompanied by dirty fries, freakshakes and cocktails. www.delaneyskitchen.co.uk Awarded Asian Restaurant of the Year (South East) 2019 at the Asian Curry Awards, this classy, fine dining restaurant offers authentic, delicious and freshly cooked Indian dishes, also available to takeaway, from its welcoming restaurant that is at the heart of the local community. www.tamarindfinedining.co.uk Amano, West Malling Classic Italian specialities including antipasti, gelato and pizzas, made with Head Chef Fabio Moschini’s award-winning dough, this contemporary dining room sources ingredients direct from Italy and prepares each dish ‘by hand’, just as its names implies. www.amanorestaurant.co.uk The Bank, Locksbottom New contemporary Turkish restaurant, offering authentic cuisine with a family touch, in a modern and welcoming dining room in the centre of the town. www.thebankrestaurant.com 40