It’s clean flavours & clean surroundings in this well-liked local Lebanese, where curved glass windows flood the smart dining room with uplifting light while the kitchen brightens grey days with colourful cooking. All the usual dishes are here, including a punchy tabbouleh & super-tender lamb kebabs.

We ought to be hearing a lot more about Simply Lebanese. Situated opposite Christies, in the Old Brompton Road, Ina'am Atalla's restaurant is renowned for creating authentic seasonal dishes (much of Lebanese cooking is defined by the seasons) drawing on the rich heritage of Middle Eastern cuisine.

'A natural approach to good taste' says Ina'am, an acute observer of South Kensington's restaurant scene, 'as well as a decorative and colourful approach to presentation, is essential.' A blend of subtly nuanced traditional ingredients, fresh herbs and spices, are hallmarks of her thoughtfully prepared menu.

What is more, few can rival the offer of a daily lunch menu for a tenner in South Kensington, in a fine setting that conveys that rare ideal: friendly and professional service. Recommended.