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Nicholas Lander writes a weekly restaurant column for the FT Weekend edition. - -
34, London
34’s culinary distinction is that it is not just the steaks that shine. Equally impressive is the sight of a huge ‘parilla’ grill, writes Nicholas Lander
Soho by the Mediterranean
With chef Jeremy Lee at its helm, Quo Vadis is now as lively as the rest of the district, with food that is exciting, vibrant and fresh, says Nicholas Lander
Pearl Liang, Alisan and Hunan, London
There are as many differing approaches to service in Chinese restaurants as there are dim sum dishes on their menus, writes Nicholas Lander
Think Noma, but closer
The owner and chef of The Sportsman have made it their mission to cook only with local ingredients, writes Nicholas Lander
A French family affair: Le Central, Roanne
At this café-épicerie the owners have tailored the experience to suit the customer rather than themselves, writes Nicholas Lander
San Sebastián, Spain
Nicholas Lander banishes some bad New Year memories with a return visit to the restaurants and tapas bars of San Sebastian in northern Spain
The Russians are coming – for lunch
The country’s restaurateurs – including rivals Andrey Dellos and Arkady Novikov – are placing big bets in London, Zurich and New York, writes Nicholas Lander
The most generous helpings
The huge impact that good wine and food can have on a charitable event will be appreciated by anyone who has been involved in one, says Nicholas Lander
The delectable dozen: best restaurants of 2011
The strength of the creator’s personality seems to distinguish those places that Nicholas Lander finds most appealing from the others
A breeze-block beauty
Great food and great fun greet Nicholas Lander at Roberta’s in Brooklyn and Daniel on E 65th street as he surveys New York’s restaurant scene

