Hemisphere WB

In West Bridgford, Hemisphere WB channels the bright, border-crossing spirit of Australasia. Independent and family-run, it is the realised ambition of Chef Paul Thacker, where Modern European technique meets Asian nuance and Australasian ease in tapas-style plates designed for sharing. A favourite with locals and visitors, it is warm, sociable and effortlessly polished.

Daylight brings an Aussie brunch, specialty coffees and bubble teas, and a relaxed room made for lingering. Flavours stay clean and vivid: perhaps edamame with black garlic, fresh ginger and Maldon sea salt, or the crystalline freshness of sashimi on ice and tidy cuts of nigiri. It is a breezy, welcoming pause in the day.

By night, the lights dip and indulgence gathers pace. Crispy chicken sings with sticky chilli and passionfruit gel; pork belly comes with crunchy puff, parsnip and pickled Nam Jim salsa. From the robata, glazed beef short rib glows under teriyaki, while miso-glazed black cod quietly steals the show. Sides like fried corn with grilled mozzarella and sriracha mayo add a playful wink, best met with an expertly crafted cocktail or a glass from the carefully curated wine list. Settle in, share widely, and let the plates do the travelling — no passport required.