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Where to eat in Whitstable

Deal and Margate are on the up and up but we think Whitstable might just have the edge. This up-to-date local’s guide to the Kentish seaside town has you covered with everyting from oyster bars to ice cream parlours, fish and chip shops, and fine-dining destinations.

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The chef who invented the modern British Chinese restaurant

Much has been written about chef and restaurateur Bill Poon since his death last month, but it feels as though there’s still much to learn about his legacy. This obituary fills in a few gaps, with quotes from chefs Andrew Wong and Joyeta Ng, and a reminder of Poon’s less headline-grabbing achievements, including opening a care home in Chinatown.

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