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I am not usually a fan of buffet or all you can eat restaurants but as soon as a new one opens I like to at least try it once before never returning! Cosmo Authentic World Kitchen is a Pan Asia World Banquet style buffet restaurant meaning they have food from all over the world in different sections throughout the restaurant, so there should be something for everyone. Cosmo's philosophy is to offer casual dining with a banquet of freshly prepared food in stunning restaurants (according to their website). They first launched in 2003 with their first restaurant in Eastbourne and over the years have introduced Sushi and Teppanyaki, Live Cooking and Global Cuisine after establishing their brand and opening their first branded restaurant of the chain in 2008.
The Cosmo in Nottingham has only been open a month or two and I thought what better time to try it then straight away! After finishing University and having to say goodbye to a friend who was going back home a group of us thought we would visit Cosmo as a farewell dinner and also an opportunity for me to blog and review the place!
It is tucked away through a door and up some stairs on Milton Street in the city centre, upon entering you are immediately aware of how glam they have tried to make a buffet restaurant - much better then a rushed cheap eatery that you do not feel comfortable in (I won't mention where I am thinking of). Inside the theme is bright lights with slate grey walls and floor and satin booths with diamante style buttons - very Footballers Wives I personally think. Sometimes it can all just be a bit too much!
The food is sectioned into different cuisines with live cooking in different parts for example fresh cooked pasta or Teppanyaki. There is Italian, Indian, British, Japanese, Chinese, Mexican and Greek...there could be more but there is a lot of food to put it simply. I saw rice, noodles, fried chicken, sushi, roast pork, curry and even pizza - the list is endless.
I made my way around the buffet trying a few new things and drooling at the selection of desserts. I have never been to a buffet restaurant that has "grown up" desserts as well as the usual ice cream machine for children. At Cosmo you have gelato, creme brûlée and apple crumble to name a few but there is also a kids station with the ice cream machine and sweets for toppings. Oh and the flavours of the gelato are heavenly; vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, coffee, hazelnut, chocolate chip, coconut and pistachio! I had coffee and hazelnut which are amazing and full of flavour.
Unlimited soft drinks and amazing cocktails... I didn't have high expectations for my Margarita when I ordered it but was so surprised when it arrived and was probably one of then best one's I have ever had, so good in fact I had two...maybe three! Prices are also really reasonable with the evening buffet being between £13.99 and £15.99 and cocktails only around £5 it will not burn a hole in your pocket at all.
Although I am still not a converted buffet or world dining restaurant lover I wouldn't close the door on Cosmo forever as I definitely did like the food even if the decor was a bit over the top. As it is a new restaurant you can tell the staff are inexperienced and are loving their walkie talkie and ear pieces which they like to listen to more than the customers at times. If you are in Nottingham and want something along the lines of quick and buffet style I would definitely recommend this one over the others though as it seems to be the best so far. Maybe I will revisit again in the future to see if it changes at all.
Let me know if you have been yet or if you have suggestions for other buffet style restaurants I should try! x
Cosmo Nottingham, Trinity Square, 29A Milton Street NG1 3EN Tel: (0115) 9507755
Twitter: CosmoNottingham
The Pudding Pantry opened earlier this year and is run by 3 friends who all have a passion for desserts and coffee. It is located in the Trinity Square area of Nottingham City Centre and funnily enough is across from a gym! You may think this is a good or a bad thing, I personally think it is genius. They have a small outside seating area and also a open hatch to order and collect through instead of going into the store. All of their cakes are baked fresh and are constantly changing. Cinnamon Apple Doughnuts with a Maple Glaze, Bacon Brownies and Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cookies are just a few of the items that have been on offer since opening.
Their menu features a small selection of items for Lunch such as sandwiches and soup, plus a kids option and also pizza. However, as soon as you open the menu the first page is a the listings of homemade pancakes with toppings and delicious milkshakes.
I went for the Homemade Pancakes with Salted Caramel sauce. Oh my that sauce was like the middle of a soft Worther's Original sweet, people in the UK will understand this but I am not sure if these are worldwide. The pancakes were light and fluffy however, I could tell they were pre-made in store before ordering as they were not warm at all. I still managed to eat them all with just one bite left as it was just a little too much for me though.
The restaurant is decorated in pastel colours with a kind of rustic cafe feel. There are comfy settees, chairs with tables and booth type seating with all of the woodwork made by a contact of the owners and all of the colours and branding of the company designed and created by their graphics designer friend. Overall, the vibe is very relaxed and perfect for the young, student scene of Nottingham. I can imagine this to be very successful now that term has started again and I may have to return to try one of their homemade cakes!
Let me know if you have been here or are thinking of trying it xx
Fashion
Oh the warm clothes. I feel like in summer I can throw on any old shorts and top and not care too much. In Autumn I wear different styles of shoes, gorgeous jumpers and knitted dresses. The bags get bigger, all the new season style comes out and everyone looks amazing. Did I hear shopping trip?
Makeup
From barely there soft summer makeup to hello dark lip. Makeup gets darker, heavier and once again everyone is putting in a little more effort to look better. My makeup collection is taking a turn and more risks are about to be had with plum lips and cranberry eyeshadows.
Life
For me Autumn means going back to school, college or university. This Autumn is my last one to do this as I am going into my third and final year of my degree. For pretty much the past 16 years summer has ended and the early mornings start once again as I had back to study. This also means early morning trips to Starbucks where I ditch the Iced Coffee for Vanilla and Pumpkin Spiced Lattes - large of course. Now I'm an 'adult' Autumn also means finishing university and going for dinner or drinks with friends andgossiping talking about our day. Oh and who can forget the build up to, wait for it, Christmas! All the lights and German markets! It makes me giddy just thinking about it.
Autumn and Winter has always been my time of year where I feel everyone is happier, we are all getting cosy in our warm clothes and houses and it really does give me a confidence boost.
Let me know what you love about Autumn and what you're excited for this year xx
Oh the warm clothes. I feel like in summer I can throw on any old shorts and top and not care too much. In Autumn I wear different styles of shoes, gorgeous jumpers and knitted dresses. The bags get bigger, all the new season style comes out and everyone looks amazing. Did I hear shopping trip?
Makeup
From barely there soft summer makeup to hello dark lip. Makeup gets darker, heavier and once again everyone is putting in a little more effort to look better. My makeup collection is taking a turn and more risks are about to be had with plum lips and cranberry eyeshadows.
Life
For me Autumn means going back to school, college or university. This Autumn is my last one to do this as I am going into my third and final year of my degree. For pretty much the past 16 years summer has ended and the early mornings start once again as I had back to study. This also means early morning trips to Starbucks where I ditch the Iced Coffee for Vanilla and Pumpkin Spiced Lattes - large of course. Now I'm an 'adult' Autumn also means finishing university and going for dinner or drinks with friends and
Autumn and Winter has always been my time of year where I feel everyone is happier, we are all getting cosy in our warm clothes and houses and it really does give me a confidence boost.
Let me know what you love about Autumn and what you're excited for this year xx
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