Ognisko restaurant on Exhibition Road in the heart of South Kensington, is just a stone’s throw away from the Natural History Museum, Science Museum, Royal Albert Hall and London Imperial College. Housed in the beautiful Victorian home of Ognisko Polskie club the restaurant is focusing on the cuisines eastern and Central Europe. The bar is open all day serving light dishes as well as mouthwatering desserts. Ognisko’s bar serves a wide range of fruit and spice -infused vodkas, classic cocktails and a small range boutique beers from regional Polish breweries. The restaurant can sit up to 80 guests together with a terrace overlooking communal gardens seating up to 40. There is also a large events space on the first floor available for daytime conferences, weddings and corporate events.
Situated in the heart of Knightsbridge, Mari Vanna, home of the mythical Russian matriarch, bids you a warm welcome to her London outpost for a home-cooked meal and a cosy retreat.Specialising in “babushka cooking”, the menu is replete with Russian dishes and influences from the former Soviet countries of Georgia, Ukraine and also offers an extensive selection of salads and lighter dishes displaying a liberal use of fresh herbs. Its generous and exquisite selection of tea-time treats, cakes and infusions, meanwhile, is hard to resist, and available throughout the day.With extraordinary attention to detail, Mari Vanna transports each guest into the Russian home of a bygone era where shelves are adorned with matryoshka dolls, trinkets and tchotchke. Displaying true Russian tradition from top to toe, Mari Vanna is a rare find in London.Initially opened in a private apartment in St Petersburg, Mari Vanna has sister restaurants in Moscow and New York.
Mriya (which means Dream in Ukrainian) brings Ukrainian cuisine to London with a modern twist. The restaurant features distinctive, chef-inspired dishes that draw from both contemporary life and Ukraine's rich gastronomic heritage. Incorporating elements like homemade fermentation, a thoughtfully curated wine list, and an immersive dining experience, Mriya offers guests a true taste of Ukraine's evolving culinary landscape. From classic borsch to creatively filled varenyky (traditional Ukrainian dumplings), each dish narrates a story of tradition and innovation. Mriya transcends beyond a mere dining destination; it hosts vibrant gastronomic events like wine tastings, chef's dinners, and live music nights, enhancing the overall experience and creating lasting memories.Executive chef: Anton Vasyliev Head chef: Tetiana Verestiuk
