Reviews and contributions written by Sophie Kelk
Fluid Reviews
Oval Space Terrace, Hackney (Bar)
“Top 10 things you need to know about Behind This Wall at The Oval Space.
1) Own a fixie bike, a bomber jacket and some rolled-up jeans? Like to wear bright lipstick, a messy topknot or a beard? Then,...”
Sophie Kelk, Fluid London reviewer
25 Aug 15}
Kishmish, Fulham (Restaurant)
“Top 10 things you need to know about Kishmish restaurant:
1) Fulham may not be where you’d usually head to in search for a top-notch curry, but this West London curry house has been building up a sterling...”
Sophie Kelk, Fluid London reviewer
01 Aug 14}
21 Bateman Street (closed), Soho (Restaurant)
“Top 10 things I learnt about 21 Bateman Street:
1) If, like me, you often close your eyes and yearn for those heady summer days abroad, tucked away in a backstreet café, watching the world go by, as...”
Sophie Kelk, Fluid London reviewer
19 Jun 14}
Ping Pong Stratford (closed), Stratford (Bar / Restaurant)
“Top 10 things we learnt about Ping Pong Westfield Stratford:
1) Ping Pong is the newest restaurant and cocktail bar to open in the massive (and frankly slightly terrifying) Westfield shopping mall....”
Sophie Kelk, Fluid London reviewer
31 Mar 14}
The Rum Kitchen, Soho (Bar / Restaurant)
“Top 10 things we learnt about The Rum Kitchen restaurant.
1) Hidden in Kingly Court (a bit of a hidden gem in itself) and tucked off Carnaby Street, The Rum Kitchen in Soho is a lively Caribbean beach...”
Sophie Kelk, Fluid London reviewer
22 Feb 14}
White Hart, Barnes & Sheen (Bar)
“Top 10 things we learnt about The White Hart pub:
1) If you’re a sucker for a good river view, this pub is for you. It’s incredible. 270° views onto the Thames make for an amazing setting, day or night,...”
Sophie Kelk, Fluid London reviewer
29 Jan 14}
The Rum Kitchen, Notting Hill (Bar / Restaurant)
“Top 10 things we learnt about the Rum Kitchen when we visited:
1) You should be prepared for a truly Jamaican experience. The music, food, decor, and, of course, rum will have you thinking you're in...”
Sophie Kelk, Fluid London reviewer
30 Oct 13}
Bumpkin (closed), Notting Hill (Restaurant)
“Top 10 things we learnt about Bumpkin Notting Hill restaurant when we visited:
1) The first of the a collection of four restaurants in West London, Bumpkin Notting Hill manages to bring that country...”
Sophie Kelk, Fluid London reviewer
20 Sep 13}
The Little Bar, Tooting (Bar)
“The Top 10 things we discovered about The Little Bar when we visited:
1) The Little Bar is small, no surprises there. The space inside can accommodate a couple of dozen guests, so keep your gossip catch-ups...”
Sophie Kelk, Fluid London reviewer
14 Aug 13}
Cappuccetto Soho, Soho (Restaurant)
“Top 10 things we discovered about Cappuccetto’s Italian Restaurant when we visited:
1) Cappuccetto’s means Little (Red) Riding Hood, for those interested in learning a bit more Italian than “Ciao”.
2)...”
Sophie Kelk, Fluid London reviewer
17 Jul 13}
Loungelover, Shoreditch (Bar)
“Top 10 things we discovered about Loungelover bar when we visited:
1) It’s not designed for walk-ins. Hidden in the backstreets of trendy East London suburb Shoreditch, it’s a couple of streets off...”
Sophie Kelk, Fluid London reviewer
04 Jul 13}
Gordon Ramsay York & Albany, Camden (Restaurant)
“Best for: atmosphere, vibe and cocktails.
Great: live music and pizza on a Tuesday night.
Recipe books: full of oh-so-tempting images and ideas. Just like any self-respecting...”
Sophie Kelk, Fluid London reviewer
24 Jun 13}
Loch Fyne (closed), West End (Restaurant)
“Best for: well cooked fresh fish at reasonable prices.
Great: fresh seafood, service, and wine.
I have one rule when I eat out: pick something that I can’t (or won’t)...”
Sophie Kelk, Fluid London reviewer
04 Jun 13}
Lazybones, City of London (Restaurant)
“Best for: slow-cooked fast food.
Great: City location, friendly staff and selection of drinks.
Lazy I am not, though my name may denote it,
Food long cooked and...”
Sophie Kelk, Fluid London reviewer
15 May 13}
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