I spent this weekend mainly relaxing and catching up with many old friends including some very old family friends who wanted to eat lunch at The Wolseley. I’ve walked past here numerous times, past the friendly doormen who tip their hat and always on the look out to welcome people into their luxurious restaurant. Located in the heart of Piccadilly and conveniently close to Green Park tube, it’s almost hard to imagine the opulence in an area now mainly overrun with tourists.

Service was impeccable throughout – even from the confusion around our booking where our family friends weren’t expecting me and my sister but the restaurant rearranged us quickly and amicably. Unfortunately this meant we ended up leaving the table next to British comedians, Dawn French and recent, ex-husband, Lenny Henry. Our dining colleagues also pointed out Salman Rushdie, author of the Satanic Verses and I’m sure I recognised a west end actress though I couldn’t put a name to her face.

Unfortunately for us, though respectable for the atmosphere and people, we weren’t allowed to take photos. Really lovely food from the delicious breadsticks to the decadent duck confit and enjoyable service all around.