FOOD & DRINK : GLOBAL INFLUENCE
Havet , Bromley , Tonbridge & Tunbridge Wells A vibrant , stylish restaurant with lots of atmosphere and a menu to match , offering the very best in authentic Turkish cuisine with over 500 different combinations of dishes . www . havetrestaurant . com
Luigi ’ s , Sandwich Popular independent Italian restaurant , situated right on the quayside with a rustic interior and spacious dining room offering a great dining experience and a familyfriendly atmosphere . www . luigisrestaurant . org
The Oyster Pearl , Whitstable An eclectic menu combining the best of British and Asian fusion with its seafood dishes and seasonal ingredients , offering an ever-evolving creative menu to suit all tastes .
www . theoysterpearlrestaurant . com
Thai Passion , Ramsgate Offering a meticulous approach to fresh ingredients and a great deal of passion to produce immaculate plates bursting with Thai flavour .
www . thaipassion . co . uk
Market Square , Folkestone Mindful dining and health conscious menus packed with local ingredients with an international flair . This is nourishment at its fad-free best . www . landb-restaurants . co . uk / market-square
Café Des Amis , Canterbury Family run restaurant that opened in 1988 and has been a hit ever since . Sitting right on the banks of the river , the menu draws not only on the exotic and earthy flavours of ancient Mexico but also the fresh and healthy ingredients from rich Mediterranean heritage and inspiration from the innovative Californian approach . www . cafedez . com
La Viletta , Maidstone Independent Italian restaurant serving traditional Italian cuisine , brought to life in this cottage-style restaurant , where everything is cooked from scratch , with all the passion and flavours you would expect from an authentic Italian kitchen .
www . lavilletta . co . uk
Flavours by Kumar , Ramsgate & Margate Tantalising aromas of traditional Indian spices drift from the open kitchen , as flavourful authentic dishes tantalise the taste buds . www . flavoursbykumar . co . uk
Koyla , Mersham-Le-Hatch Award-winning chef Shanker Pandey has used everything he knows about his native cuisine when it came to creating and cooking the menu at Koyla . By striving to explore his progressive ideas surrounding traditional Nepali and Indian methods , as well as the ingredients used to create these , Pandey has shaped a truly unforgettable palate for guests to embrace while maintaining the traditional integrity of these original dishes with a difference . www . koylakent . co . uk
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
Frédéric Bistro , Maidstone Chef-Patron Ulric draws on his upbringing in the Dordogne region of southwest France to offer good food and good wine . Using good quality ingredients and seasonal produce from local suppliers .
www . fredericbistro . com
Unità 4 Family-friendly pizza and pasta restaurant situated in Elwick Place , with outside dining and a glass pasta kitchen . Offers a modern atmosphere with delicious locally sourced food and hand crafted cocktails .
www . unita4 . com
La Taberna , Maidstone Based in the ethereal and historic Corpus Christi Hall on Earl Street , La Taberna was born out of a family dream and is now a family run Spanish restaurant and bar serving delectable tapas and skilfully created cocktails in a friendly , lively atmosphere . www . lataberna . co . uk
Harbour Street Tapas , Whitstable Cooking is a serious matter at this small but perfectly formed tapas bar and charcuterie . Simplicity is the virtue of its dishes , inspired by the culinary traditions of Spain . www . harbourstreettapas . com
Bottega Caruso , Margate Sublime Italian family restaurant specialising in homecooked rustic Italian food – simple but made with good ingredients , plenty of time and love .
www . bottegacaruso . com
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