The stylish and elegant Amerigo Vespucci can be found in London's Cabot Square, an Italian restaurant with remarkable dockside views and a delightful terrazza for al fresco dining when weather permits. Named after the renowned explorer and cartographer, widely held responsible for the name of America, this splendid restaurant offers a fresh and imaginative menu which captures the true flavours of Italy. The menu is extensive and daily specials add their bit of allure.

A wide selection of home cured meats provides an excellent beginning although the steamed mussels with chopped garlic, tomato, white wine and chopped parsley provides ample competition. Pasta specialities are aplenty and diners might find it difficult to choose from the spaghetti, lasagne, gnocchi and tagliatelle dishes. For the avid meat lovers, lamb cutlets and char grilled tenderloin or fillet steak are perfect, and choices amongst the veal, chicken and fish dishes are numerous. Wines from the Old and New World add sparkle to the list of choices.