Down a curious side street off Chancery Lane is one of the City's most-intriguing dining experiences. The ever-changing menu of imaginative, deconstructed dishes elevates vegetables from sideshow to superstar, served in the reverent hush of a muted dining room. Time-tested favourites include vanilla-roasted celeriac profiteroles with dill and raisins, and edamame ice cream. Vegans are also well catered for. Reservations recommended.
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