FESTIVE FEASTINGS

'Tis the season to eat, drink and be merry – and few cities do it better than London

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BEST FOR: FAMILY-STYLE FEASTING

JAMAVAR, MAYFAIR

This Michelin-starred restaurant harks back to lavish banquets served in Indian royal courts for its festive menu. Proceedings begin with a Jewel Box of small plates, followed by dishes including Achari Turkey Tikki with sprouts and cranberry marmalade, and a warm Valrhona chocolate mousse. The gilded surrounds are just as decadent, with crimson hydrangeas and red and gold hand-embroidered place mats. The 'A Royal Christmas' menu costs £138, with an accompanying wine flight for £98 per person. jamavarrestaurants.com

BEST FOR: SENTIMENTAL SPREADS

NESSA SOHO