Tangerine Dream Cafe

Originally a classroom, Tangerine Dream harks back to school fêtes of yore with its bunting & long trestle table loaded with cakes & cups – although nothing detracts from the splendour of its setting in Chelsea’s lush, leafy Physic Garden. However, the canteen-style kitchen (run with panache by an ex-River Café chef) punches way above its weight. Artistically presented seasonal dishes might include pea & courgette risotto or half a lobster with ginger mayonnaise & mixed leaves, with back-up from elegant desserts such as Champagne & Chartreuse jelly or summer pudding garnished with edible flowers. Pop in for a slice of homemade citrus & almond cake, sit on the large covered terrace overlooking the gardens & you might bump into one of its many famous patrons.