Lola & Simon

Cultural diversity might all be very well indeed for the world at large, but sometimes in the microcosm of a restaurant it can turn out to be an even better thing. Consider Lola and Simon, run by an Argentinean and New Zealander couple where the uniquely different tastes of these cuisines rest side by side in perfect amicability and is one of the reasons for their immense popularity.

Named after their dogs who currently reside in Buenos Aires, this trendy place offers café style food during the day with loyalties leaning more towards the antipodean side. Thus, brunch time classics include a pork and leek sandwich or smoked salmon with scrambled eggs on sourdough toast. More filling meals such as a Kiwi burger or a seared Argentinian beef salad are available for lunch and the New World wine list is fantastic, offering a range of wines to suit every taste and pocket.