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Emerald Greens

2020-04-30T10:53:55+01:00

The foods from our youth always stay with us. I remember these beautiful greens that were available in abundance when I was a child. Morning glory and Kai Lan - these emerald greens that make up a bulk of my diet till date. Each of the Chinese vegetables have its own unique character. They become more pronounced when they are cooked, releasing their distinct flavour. It matters how each one is prepared to complement the dish. Here are some delicious Chinese vegetables accompaniments that also make for a healthy detox: Spinach and goji berry - perfect in a soup or a salad. During the winter, we prepare [...]

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How we Became a Gluten Free Restaurant

2020-04-30T10:53:55+01:00

We were recently listed in The Telegraph as one of London's top ten restaurants to eat gluten free food. Some of you were asking how we got to this point since our initial start in April 2012 to now and defining our place in the community of restaurants in London. Our initial intention was to serve delicious, healthy food without additives. No MSG slogan on our windows attracted dinners with many different types of food allergies. The most common group were Coeliacs. To make processes easier for staff and customers, I introduced a selection of gluten free options on the menu [...]

How we Became a Gluten Free Restaurant2020-04-30T10:53:55+01:00

Getting Together For A Good Cause

2020-04-30T10:53:56+01:00

Last Monday proved to be a great success! We fulfilled our target and raised ￡2198 which will go to the children in Vietnam charity. The Mayor, Councillor Ken Smith and the Mayoress, Mrs. Madeleine Smith who celebrated the event with us just before their last day in office showed esteemed support for the occasion. It was a truly splendid evening. Everything came together smoothly. It seemed effortless for people who didn't all necessarily know each other to sit together over a good meal and show kindness to those in Vietnam who they may never meet. We also had a table filled [...]

Getting Together For A Good Cause2020-04-30T10:53:56+01:00

Fundraising Dinner

2020-04-30T10:53:56+01:00

We are delighted to be hosting our first ever fundraising dinner for the children and families of the northern provinces in Vietnam. This cause is close to our hearts as our roots trace back to this area in Vietnam. With the abundance of your good wishes and patronage, we are able to give something back to this community. Many farmers there are grappling with rice on a daily basis. Clothing pieces are scarce for children to keep warm when going to school every morning. We could make a world of difference by helping them buy warm clothes, shoes, books and even food. A [...]

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Good Food Daily

2020-04-30T10:53:56+01:00

I headed down for some fun at the Seething Freshwater Sardine Festival at Claremont Gardens. The Surbiton Food Festival gets better every year. Delicious food stalls serving some fantastic goodies. Yum Yum Chocolates in particular were splendid, and their profits are going to the earthquake victims in Nepal. As always, it's inspiring to see all the neighbourhood businesses and individuals come together over food, and in doing so; bringing many benefits to the community. Being part of the festival gives us a chance to demonstrate why we do what we do, and why good food is important for all of us. I [...]

Good Food Daily2020-04-30T10:53:56+01:00

From London to Vietnam

2020-04-30T10:53:56+01:00

We received a letter not too long ago from a lady we know who helps a great deal with charitable work in Vietnam. She had told us that the money we had gathered to send her charitable cause last year had made a difference to many people, especially school going children in some poor provinces in Vietnam. Initially, this was something we decided to do as a donation. But with the success and progress made in these provinces, we decided to take on the task of raising more to add to the pot that will go to specifically support the needy [...]

From London to Vietnam2020-04-30T10:53:56+01:00

Our 3rd Anniversary

2020-04-30T10:53:56+01:00

We're celebrating another year of good food and dining at Naturally Chinese. Though three years have gone by quickly, much has evolved with the restaurant and our brand. And, it has been an interesting journey not without the ups and downs. Still continuing with the blog and monthly newsletters talking about our activities and events have given us a means of being in touch with you better. For our regulars who have stuck by us from the beginning, we are truly grateful for your support and enthusiasm. We're looking forward to another year of serving great food and adding our little bit [...]

Our 3rd Anniversary2020-04-30T10:53:56+01:00

Gluten Free

2020-04-30T10:54:16+01:00

The days leading up to the gluten free audit were hectic. It also denoted a clear shift in the way things work around the kitchen. Of course having a gluten free menu means much more is at stake as utensils need to have a coding system, foods need to be separated to prevent cross contamination, etc. Preparing for the audit was beneficial to reinforce the importance to serve those that are coeliac. It goes hand in hand with the ethos of our brand bringing healthy, fresh and No MSG Chinese cuisine to all. All the hard work and dedication has paid [...]

Gluten Free2020-04-30T10:54:16+01:00

Spring Parties

2020-04-30T10:54:17+01:00

A new season of celebrations has begun as the blossoms are springing to full bloom. You might remember me mentioning last Autumn that we were planning to promote our function room to accommodate more private parties. Indeed we are beginning to book some exciting celebrations like baby showers, anniversaries and of course birthdays. It's the perks of my job to get to see people come together to create memories graced by delicious food and fine wine. The right setting by candlelight, flowers and the service of Naturally Chinese makes me proud to say that we can provide this to our customers. [...]

Spring Parties2020-04-30T10:54:17+01:00

The Story Of Mums

2020-04-30T10:54:17+01:00

It's the strongest bond to reckon with indeed; the connection between mothers and their children. Being a mum is never easy but hugely rewarding. As mothers, we see our children through the eyes of unconditional love and all is forgotten once they come over to say they're sorry. Sound familiar? And here is that one day in the year to remind children to do something to celebrate their mothers. It is one of the busiest Sundays of the year and despite the commercialism that surrounds it, people do honour this day in a meaningful way. I think the "act" of doing something [...]

The Story Of Mums2020-04-30T10:54:17+01:00
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