16 Henrietta Street, London, WC2E, opening February

Getting a table at contemporary bistro Frenchie in Paris is about as easy as trying to pronounce the items on its menu (anyone for poularde de Culoiseau, coing, topinambour et châtaigne?). But help is at hand, as at least now you don’t have to cross the Channel to try husband and wife duo Greg and Marie Marchand’s acclaimed cooking. Greg got the nickname ‘Frenchie’ while working at Jamie Oliver’s Fifteen and his food is inspired by his travels from London to New York, Spain and Hong Kong. Expect “generous, yet precise dishes”, an expertly curated wine list and seasonal cocktails. Santé!

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