Anyone who has met Chef Andre Lucien will know he is not in the business of doing things by halves. After recently catching up with the founder of House of Flavaz for FLVR’s People Focus series, it seemed only right to take a closer look at the Caribbean culinary hotspot he has built, and there…
London may be FLVR’s first love, but every now and then even the most devoted city dweller needs a weekend escape, and Edinburgh makes a very convincing case for stealing away north. Just far enough from the capital to feel like a proper break, yet close enough for an easy hop on the train, Scotland’s…
Clapton Craft has quietly become one of my favourite little discoveries in London — and after spending time at their Wood Street spot, I completely understand why people rave about it. I popped in initially with my pal Gabriella, who introduced the spot to me as part of a bar tour in her hood. The…
London’s food lovers have every reason to clear their calendars on Tuesday 26 May, when Galvin La Chapelle in Spitalfields hosts a one-night-only chef exchange bringing together two Michelin-starred talents for an evening that looks set to be one of the season’s most exciting dining events. For this special collaboration, Arturo Granato, the chef director…
When the London Marathon takes over the capital on 25 April, thousands of runners will be pounding the pavements in one of the city’s most celebrated annual events. After 26.2 miles of determination, sweat and sore legs, Miznon has come up with a reward that feels both well-earned and wonderfully simple: free hummus and a…
Interviewer: Samantha Samuel House of Flavaz is more than just a restaurant — it’s a reflection of West London’s rich cultural identity, brought to life through bold Caribbean flavours and a strong sense of community. At the heart of the kitchen is rising chef Andre Lucien, whose approach blends nostalgia with a modern edge, celebrating…
