Jolene: A Must-Eat in London

🌟I took a good look, and the last time I seriously shared a restaurant that I thought was delicious was almost five years ago when I was studying in New York. It’s been almost a month since I returned from my trip to the UK, and before I went, I heard many people’s impression of British restaurants: don’t expect too much, just edible. So, I really didn’t have high hopes, and the restaurant research I did was just a casual look, not even checking out a single Michelin-starred place, as I was afraid of wasting money. 🤑 🌟Enough chatter, let me cut to the chase: I believe the average standard of Western and Southern European cuisine in London is higher than in New York. So, the saying “there’s no good food in London” does not hold true for me at all. Those who have a stereotype of bad food in London probably haven’t tried French, Italian, or Spanish cuisine there, or they might have only eaten Chinese food. Jolene probably isn’t that niche; those living in the area might have heard of it. It’s a small establishment with a lot of personality. The menu is written on a blackboard, only telling you the ingredients, and how it’s made is up to chance – it’s like opening a mystery box. 🌟But there’s no need to worry about their dishes. I was amazed that chicken liver could be made into such a tangy and savory dish. The Italian coarse pasta was also very al dente; I suspect it’s handmade. Topped with cheese and classic tomato sauce, it was really good. Considering the time difference, I should have been having breakfast… but my husband and I ended up ordering a roasted chicken dish as well. The servers were all very relaxed, and the atmosphere was super nice. 🍗🥘 Jolene is absolutely the best restaurant I’ve eaten at this year; I even think it could compete with my favorite in New York, casa mono. By the way, it seems that allergies are quite serious in Europe. It’s also possible that special dietary preferences are more popular?? Almost every restaurant will ask if you have any food allergies and offer a specific menu. In the US, most restaurants will label allergens as a warning, but it’s not to the point where I’m asked about allergies when I’m eating ramen. #LondonFoodExploration #MustEatInLondon #Arsenal #FoodNearEmiratesStadium #London