FOOD & DRINK : GLOBAL INFLUENCE
Giggling Squid , Chislehurst , Maidstone , Sevenoaks & Tunbridge Wells Simple , rustic , fresh Thai tapas-style food harnessing the Thai tradition of sharing lots of dishes , and complemented by fun , friendly and quirky restaurant dining rooms . www . gigglingsquid . com / restaurant
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 seafood dishes and seasonal ingredients , offering an ever-evolving 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 and 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 restaurant ’ s menu draws not only on the exotic and earthy flavours of ancient Mexico , but also the fresh and healthy ingredients from a rich Mediterranean heritage and inspiration from the innovative Californian approach . www . cafedez . com
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
La Viletta , Maidstone Independent Italian restaurant serving traditional cuisine brought to life in a cottage-style restaurant where everything is cooked from scratch . All the passion and flavours you would expect from an authentic Italian kitchen . www . lavilletta . co . uk
Koyla , Mersham-Le-Hatch Award-winning chef Shanker Pandey ’ s take on modern Nepali and Indian cookery ; utilising traditional techniques to create show-stopping dishes with a difference . www . koylakent . co . uk
Rosemont , Folkestone Contemporary and welcoming restaurant boasting Eastern-Mediterranean flavours and modern cocktails against a glamorous backdrop . www . rosemontrestaurant . co . uk
Brettingtons Steak & 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 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
Sekkoya , Canterbury Pan-Asian menu by chef Jay Morjaria , which includes delectable dishes prepared on their bespoke Japanese robata grill . Exquisite cocktails and a chic ‘ vibe dining ’ experience . Social dining journey of mouthwatering Asian flavours in a classy infectious and high-energy atmosphere . www . sekkoya . co . uk
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
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