Busy, bustling South Kensington is home to some of the most exclusive buildings and museums in London, and The Pelham can also be counted amongst one of the most handsome, luxurious townhouses of the capital. The venue creates a feeling of nostalgia with its colonial charm, a spell that is quickly broken by fashionable touches in evidence everywhere. Dining takes place at Bistro Fifteen, a bright and airy place that is open all day and is popular with both residents and locals alike.

The menu focuses on various regions in Europe; there's Dorset crab cannelloni, seared scallops and ballotine of Haughley chicken for starters. Among main courses broccoli purée, piperade and smoked aubergine mousse partner a poached halibut, while braised free range pork belly arrives with glazed baby vegetables, apple and vanilla. Finish with a range of fruity desserts that include orange pannacotta, strawberry jelly and rhubarb and meringue tart.