David Ellis
Evening Standard
United Kingdom
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Forever Young: Sir Rod, still out on the lash at 78
As he launches his new whisky Wolfie’s, Sir Rod Stewart tells David Ellis that his hard-partying heyday is far from over → Read More
Uncle Nearest: The author who searched for a book and came home with a distillery
When Fawn Weaver heard of a slave who distilled the world’s most famous whiskey, she went in search of a story — but found a new life → Read More
Clare Finney on Hungry Heart: ‘When you come together to eat, things are ok’
As her new book is released, Clare Finney reflects on a lifetime of eating — and how it’s brought her closer to every type of love → Read More
Coronation eats: Three recipes and a cocktail fit for a king
Swerve the soggy sandwiches and quiche hysteria — three top London chefs have come up with delicious dishes to raise salutes at home soirées or street parties. David Ellis works up an appetite → Read More
Tesco launches two-day pop-up pub with prices from 50p — and cocktails at £6
The pop-up will run for two days in Farringdon — and hopes to raise money for the Prince’s Trust → Read More
Coronation weekend: What’s on in London and how to celebrate
The long weekend is set to be one of horses in hats, countless flags, the national anthem on repeat, and plenty of goings-on across the capital → Read More
Coronation quiche taste test: We see if the Royal special is worth the effort
Nessa’s Tom Cenci cooks the official coronation dish for David Ellis and Josh Barrie → Read More
On the Sauce with celebrity tequilas: ‘There’s more to life than Jose Cuervo, but perhaps there shouldn’t be’
A-List celebs — as well as, er, the Backstreet Boys — have just discovered their new favourite drink. We put it to the test → Read More
Karen’s Diner: Is this the world’s rudest restaurant?
Karen’s Diner is going viral for its deliberately awful service. David Ellis and Clare Finney head in for a talking-to → Read More
Easter roast recipe: Grégory Marchand’s stuffed leg of lamb with Jersey Royal potatoes
Looking for some last minute inspiration? Frenchie chef-patron Grégory Marchand shares his favourite Easter go-to → Read More
Easter recipes: Four top chefs share their last-minute tips
From braised lamb to hot cross buns cooked into the ultimate banoffee pudding, four of the country’s best chefs share their Easter favourites → Read More
Why London should aspire to be more Nashville
it’s not to say I felt like I was walking the plank exactly but last week I stepped aboard a flight to Nashville and did wonder if it was an entirely prudent move. Anxiety crunched like heavy gravel in my stomach as I wearily eyed my colleague Josh Barrie across the plane. I’m an angel but he’s a wrong ’un and a bad influence to boot. We’d sworn that whoever made it back in one piece would write… → Read More
Searcys launches first-ever ‘Bubbly Show’ on Carlton House Terrace
Expect a fizz-fuelled stand off between Champagne and English sparkling wine → Read More
Michel Roux’s Provence Masterclass: Can two Standard writers cook Le Gavroche’s legendary Soufflé Suissesse?
David Ellis and Josh Barrie cook off with a weary Michel Roux looking on — watch to see how the pair fared → Read More
Ramadan recipes: Joudie Kalla’s banana and Medjool date cake
Top chefs who are observing the holy month of Ramadan share their favourite recipes for iftar, the post-sunset meal that breaks the fast → Read More
High style, low spend: London’s best chic but cheap restaurants
Going out shouldn’t mean going broke. Here, the Reveller team share their favourite stylish spots that don’t cost the earth → Read More
On the Sauce with Guinness Nitrosurge: Hands up, this one is probably our fault
David Ellis ropes in Josh Barrie to try a new Guinness gadget, which promises pub-like pints at home. The results are... mixed → Read More
Yes we can! The best meals to make using tinned food, according to top chefs
As food shortages worsen and grocery prices reach another high, London’s top chefs tell David Ellis how to get creative with store cupboard staples → Read More
Pancake Day recipes: London’s top chefs share their tips for nailing Shrove Tuesday
Five chefs, five twists: not all heroes wear crepes → Read More
David Ellis On the Sauce with Brewdog’s Black Heart: Is Guinness about to lose its crown?
Guinness is now the UK’s most popular pint — and now Brewdog are gunning for a slice of that pie. The ES Reveller team sink a pint of both → Read More