2008-09-16UTC05:46:37New top ten most popular restaurants in the areaAs voted by you... click, rate, go on!Tinto Tapas (8.52/10)Savour Aroma (8.39/10)Curry Garden (8.03/10)Kalala (8.01/10)Chambers (8.01/10)The Prince of India (7.86/10)Wagamama (7.77/10)Bella Amalfi (7.45/10)Escondido (7.39/10)La Vue (7.28/10)... <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/11575/New+top+ten+most+popular+restaurants+in+the+area">Rated 7.88/10</a> on <a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com">Folkestone Gerald</a>2008-08-21UTC05:06:58They are still the number one ranked local restaurant!Who is doing all this voting then? I enjoyed it when I went, I think I've only had takeaway there, but also sat for a drink while waiting for it. Here are the current top ten:Savour Aroma (8.59/10)Chambers (8.41/10)Tinto Tapas (8.36/10)The Mayfly (8.... <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/11528/They+are+still+the+number+one+ranked+local+restaurant%21">Rated 8.46/10</a> on <a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com">Folkestone Gerald</a>2008-06-11UTC02:31:12Tinto TapasIn the 18 months we have been going to Tintos a (at least once amonth) it has always been good food, service and atmosphere. The sea bass is to die for. The bill is never a shock other than how inexpensive! If you haven't been make sure you go you wi... <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/11314/">Rated 7.88/10</a> on <a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com">Folkestone Gerald</a>2007-12-03UTC07:04:20Hythe Murder Mystery DinnerHi, this site isn't connected with any of the organisers whose events are listed here, but I'd try contacting some of the venues directly who've hosted murder mystery dinners and so on, like Hythe Imperial or Tim's Tapas or Bar Vasa and see who they ... <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/10736/Hythe+Murder+Mystery+Dinner"><img alt="Hythe Murder Mystery Dinner" src="/img/crop/img_folkestone_hytheimperial.jpg" /></a> <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/10736/Hythe+Murder+Mystery+Dinner">Rated 5.07/10</a> on <a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com">Folkestone Gerald</a>2007-09-08UTC07:21:52This makes me sad Jenn!I recommend Escondido in Sandgate, always, although Tinto Tapas in Sandgate is also good (this is based more on friends recommendations as I've only been there once). The Hermitage sounds like it might be just about right though, in terms of ambience... <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/10477/This+makes+me+sad+Jenn%21"><img alt="This makes me sad Jenn!" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3178/2560500855_ac2a665c97_m.jpg" /></a> <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/10477/This+makes+me+sad+Jenn%21">Rated 7.71/10</a> on <a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com">Folkestone Gerald</a>2007-08-21UTC01:18:26Tinto TapasYes this restaurant has good food,but rather music loud.The part of my critisism is the Bar and waitress staff very clinical and feel you are doing them a favour being there, also the Female waitresses are obviously in competion with each ot... <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/10412/Tinto+Tapas">Rated 7.88/10</a> on <a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com">Folkestone Gerald</a>2007-05-15UTC12:06:21Canterbury weekenderHad such a great weekend, it's taken me days to recover, and I've not fully gathered my thoughts. I'm in danger of forgetting everything though, so It's time to blat out a mini review.Friday started how all our Fridays used to start, with a trip to C... 2007-04-08UTC07:19:24Tim's Vinos and TapasI've only been to Tim's twice, the first time was just to have a quick glass of wine and see what the place was like - I left about 4 hours later, as relaxed as a newt, vowing that the next time I was in Folkestone I'd actually book a table! About 3... <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/10125/Tim%27s+Vinos+and+Tapas"><img alt="Tim's Vinos and Tapas" src="http://static.flickr.com/25/36610194_67483589d7_m.jpg" /></a> <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/10125/Tim%27s+Vinos+and+Tapas">Rated 4.04/10</a> on <a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com">Folkestone Gerald</a>2006-10-03UTC06:48:15Tim's Vinos and Tapas review (slight return)We finally bit the bullet, and returned to the venue of our very worst Folkestone dining experience this weekend. And it was a success! I am very happy to report that Tim's Vinos and Tapas (the new (ish) name for Timothy's Wine Bar is great.We picked... <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/9585/Tim%27s+Vinos+and+Tapas+review+%28slight+return%29"><img alt="Tim's Vinos and Tapas review (slight return)" src="http://static.flickr.com/25/36610194_67483589d7_m.jpg" /></a> <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/9585/Tim%27s+Vinos+and+Tapas+review+%28slight+return%29">Rated 4.04/10</a> on <a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com">Folkestone Gerald</a>2006-10-02UTC07:28:39Poor old FarehamThis property hotspot list from The Independent is a bit harsh I feel. Not just that there's no room for Folkestone in their top ten, fair enough, but:At the bottom of the pile, in dismal 1,833rd place, is Fareham - the small town on the north-west t... 2006-04-15UTC11:08:35Paul'sWe have both eaten here several times before... We both enjoyed our first course ( duck terrine etc and mussels and prawns + parmesan twist etc), However, the main courses were both disappointing... The vegetables were virtuallty raw (especially the... <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/8125/Paul%27s">Rated 6.04/10</a> on <a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com">Folkestone Gerald</a>2006-04-02UTC03:04:32Chops!Started the weekend with a super rarity, drinks in Farringdon. Been trying to meet up with a couple of the Fareham boys who are commuters too and work in the area, and this week no-one had a good excuse not to do it, so it's all on - To The Eagle. It... 2006-03-17UTC10:43:07RE: George Sassoon obit, hmm...Good idea! Average winter temperature of 16c and the tapas, why not...2006-02-13UTC02:53:07"Folkestone's Premier Tapas place"That's what <a class="wiki" rel="tag" href="http://www.clarkeology.com/timothy%27s+wine+bar">Timothy's Wine Bar</a> are calling themselves now. I hope it's improved since our absolutely dreadful visit, that was a Spanish themed night... <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/4637/%22Folkestone%27s+Premier+Tapas+place%22"><img alt="&quot;Folkestone's Premier Tapas place&quot;" src="http://static.flickr.com/25/36610194_67483589d7_m.jpg" /></a> <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/4637/%22Folkestone%27s+Premier+Tapas+place%22">Rated 4.04/10</a> on <a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com">Folkestone Gerald</a>2006-01-16UTC01:31:59ah, usted habla EspaņolIt's not tapas, but it is kind of Mexican. We didn't have anything particularly Mexican though. There are a couple of good tapas restaurants down that way (it's near where we went for breakfast before the wedding) so another one of those would be a w... <br /><a href="http://www.clarkeology.com/m/4490/ah%2C+usted+habla+Espa%F1ol"><img alt="ah, usted habla Espa&ntilde;ol" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3178/2560500855_ac2a665c97_m.jpg" /></a> <br /><a href="http://www.clarkeology.com/m/4490/ah%2C+usted+habla+Espa%F1ol">Rated 7.71/10</a> on <a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com">Folkestone Gerald</a>2006-01-16UTC12:42:39RE: EscondidoA restaurant called "Hidden"? What was hidden about it? I take it they sold tapas?2005-11-06UTC07:03:32RE: Timothy's Wine BarWe recently visited your restaurant for the first time and was amazed at the quality and presentation of your cuisine. The tapas was a delight to the tongue and my wife was equally enthralled with each individual dish. After dinner we had the pleasu... 2005-08-01UTC10:29:12Weekend reviewI did a massive amount of driving at the weekend, borrowed a car and went to Bluewater. We hit some insane rain on the M20 and had to pull over until we could see again. It feels like the sort of place I ought to go "oh no, we had to go to Bluewater"... 2005-07-31UTC05:39:18Casa de Tapas reviewHad a great Tapas meal last night in Sandgate, lots of exciting dishes for the omnivores and plent of vege options for me. The spicy potatoes were particularly good. Washed down with several bottles of Cava, it made for a great evening. This was our ... <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/3702/Casa+de+Tapas+review">Rated 7.88/10</a> on <a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com">Folkestone Gerald</a>2005-01-09UTC08:50:43Timothys wine barTimothys may have had some teething problems, but is now one of the best venues in Folkestone. I always get a warm and friendly welcome and the recent addition of a large choice of Tapas dishes are excellent.If you would like to learn more about wine... <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/2558/Timothys+wine+bar"><img alt="Timothys wine bar" src="http://static.flickr.com/25/36610194_67483589d7_m.jpg" /></a> <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/2558/Timothys+wine+bar">Rated 4.04/10</a> on <a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com">Folkestone Gerald</a>2004-03-16UTC04:21:56Timothy's Wine BarFolkestone is in danger of becoming a culinary wasteland. Sure, it has the usual collection of OKish Chinese, Indian and Pasta / Pizza joints. But, with the exception of the cosy Kapetan Michales, you have to go to Sandgate or Hythe to get a half-d... <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/1035/Timothy%27s+Wine+Bar"><img alt="Timothy's Wine Bar" src="http://static.flickr.com/25/36610194_67483589d7_m.jpg" /></a> <br /><a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com/m/1035/Timothy%27s+Wine+Bar">Rated 4.04/10</a> on <a href="http://www.folkestonegerald.com">Folkestone Gerald</a>2001-08-31UTC09:53:44Hugh Fearnley-WhittingstallHugh was eating in MoRo, a Tapas restaurant in Exmouth Market. I wasn't close enough to see if he was eating placenta though.