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My Bristol Favourites: Kyu Jeong Jeon
South Korea-born chef Kyu Jeong Jeon is the co-owner of Bokman and Dongnae alongside her husband, Duncan Robertson.
Kyu is one of the panellists in the upcoming EatDrink24/7 guide, the annual publication from Bristol24/7 featuring hundreds of recommendations of the best restaurants, pubs, bars, shops, cafes, street food and more from people working across our city’s hospitality industry.
The guide is being launched with a party at Lakota Gardens on June 26 featuring some exclusive one-off collaborations. Find out more and get your tickets here.
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These are Kyu’s top-five Bristol favourites (read EatDrink24/7 to find a few more):
El Colmado
David Pavon at the original El Colmado before it moved into bigger premises just up Gloucester Road – photo: Martin Booth
“Is David Pavon not everyone’s favourite shopkeeper in Bristol? His deli El Colmado on Gloucester Road is filled with an amazing selection of Spanish finds, from cheese to chorizo, olives, beans and biscuits. I can’t leave without an armful of goodies and always manage to find an excuse to pop in.”
Wangs
Turnip cake is Kyu’s favourite dish at Wangs – photo: Wangs
“Sach and Sandy first started doing Wangs pop-ups in a self-built space just down the road from Bokman. We loved to see it! Since then, they’ve brought on board dumpling guru Emily to run the kitchen at their restaurant in Montpelier, and are just getting better and better. My favourite dish is their homemade turnip cakes with house XO, but you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu – including their signature Taiwanese beef noodles and chilli oil wontons.”
Jeevan Sweets
People travel to Jeevan Sweets – better known as Jeevan’s – from miles around – photo: Martin Booth
“Jeevan’s in Easton is our go-to takeaway! Everything is so delicious, wholesome and freshly cooked. My children are obsessed with the legendary samosas. We’re so lucky to have this gem in our neighbourhood.”
Farro
Farro’s Colombian panela custard tart “with a little bourbon in the mix” – photo: Farro
“We’re spoilt for choice with bakeries in Bristol, but Farro on Bond Street gets my vote every time. I’m always impressed at how Brad and his team consistently come up with new seasonal inventions, alongside their brilliant classics and excellent coffee. The panela and bourbon tart is a must-order!”
Marmo
Marmo is one of the most recommended restaurants in 2025’s EatDrink24/7 guide – photo: Marmo
“From the beautiful building to the fantastic produce cooked simply, Cosmo and Lily have hit a sweet spot right in the heart of the city at Marmo on Baldwin Street. The steak tartare is our current favourite, and their wine list is always on point.”
Main photo: Bokman
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