10 London restaurants to look forward to in 2021

While London restaurants remain shuttered, we’ve rounded up 10 new openings we’re looking forward to this year, from seafood sanctum Manzi’s to the Batman-themed Park Row.

Japan

Diner accidentally spends $800 on bottle of wine

A diner in Japan accidentally spent US$800 on a bottle of wine in a hotel restaurant on Valentine’s Day after he miscalculated the exchange rate.

Japan’s first non-alcoholic bar opens in Tokyo

Japan’s first non-alcoholic and vegan bar, 0% Non-Alcohol Experience, has opened its doors in Roppongi, Tokyo this week, presenting a different drinking experience to the city.

Louis Vuitton to open first restaurant next month

Fashion house Louis Vuitton, part of the LVMH group, is to open its first restaurant in Japan next month, with a menu devised by chef Yosuke Suga.

‘Saké and food never fight’ says director of Japanese promotion centre

At the launch of London’s first ever saké week last night, Hiroki Oizumi, who is director general for the JFOODO promotion centre, highlighted the food pairing versatility of this distinctive Japanese drink.