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Chicken Throw-Down: Burger & Beyond’s Hot Honey vs FOWL’s Koji Burger

Fried chicken fanatics, rejoice—London is hosting a hot-honey style showdown between Burger & Beyond Soho and FOWL by Fallow in St James’s. Both promise crispy indulgence, but only one delivers the full package.

Burger & Beyond Soho: Hot Honey Burger

Located on Old Compton Street, Burger & Beyond evolved from a burger truck to a multi-location kitchen heralded for its dry-aged beef and crispiest chicken buns (turn0search6). Their standout: the Hot Honey Burger—available as a Single or Double—with fried chicken thigh, candied red chillies, hot honey, ranch, sriracha butter, crinkle pickles, all served on a demi-brioche bun.

On my Visit

The chicken is ultra-crisp with a perfect shatter, the hot honey coating delivers balanced sweetness and heat. The buttered brioche soaks it up beautifully, while pickles add vinegar snap.

Single (£12-ish) is concise; the Double ramps up chicken-to-bun ratio and sweetness intensity. Reviewers on TikTok and Reddit praise it as “perfect combo” and “must-have hot honey”

Sides include “dirty tots” and truffle mayo fries; cocktails and craft beers round out the menu. The interior is minimalist and modern, with friendly service and quick turnaround.

Everything we tried on the menu was outstanding. It really feels like a lively fast-moving burger joints, with exceptional flavours. Reliable value, playful styling, and bold flavours make it a serious contender.

FOWL by Fallow: Koji Hot Burger and chicken-centric creativity

Not far from Leicester Square lies FOWL by Fallow, a walk-in-only, chicken-forward kitchen celebrating “beak-to-feet” cooking from ethical Sutton Hoo birds. The menu bursts with chicken buns, wings, snacks, and even desserts built around poultry.

On my visit

The Koji Hot Burger—crispy thigh coated in koji hot sauce, with lettuce, slaw, sriracha mayo—is spicy, tangy, and textured. The koji glaze adds savory umami depth.

The burger bun is thick and crunchy; pickles cool it off. Priced around £18, it’s indulgent but premium.

Other highlights include Szechuan honey chicken wings, the chicken‑leg corn dog, charred corn ribs dusted in chicken salt, chicken-fat mac & cheese, and even chicken-fat crème caramel dessert—all daring riffs on fast food classics.

The vibe is sultry-casual, with deep booths, dark lighting, and date-night energy. Critics flag the sides as occasionally oversalted but under-flavoured, but the chicken stays juicy and addictive.

Face-off

The Verdict

If you want hot honey bliss by the slice, Burger & Beyond delivers with consistent precision and price-conscious fun.

If you’re chasing chicken innovation and theatrical indulgence, FOWL takes risks that largely pay off with bold sauces and dish variety.

Winner: A split decision—Burger & Beyond rules hot honey; FOWL wins in chicken creativity. (personally my favourite was Burger and Beyond, FOWL was slightly disappointing).

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Flykitt: Jet-Lag Buster or a Load of Bull?

If you’ve ever flown across time zones, you’ve felt jet lag’s sluggish aftermath. Enter Flykitt, a new app from Swedish wellness tech startup promising to reset your circadian rhythm with precision meal and light scheduling. But does it actually work?

Recently The New York Times tested Flykitt on international flights and in-measured recovery studies - their verdict was lukewarm. The app uses biometric input, sleep schedules, flight route, caffeine habits, to generate a day-by-day plan: when to eat, when to light-expose, when to nap. It also includes blue-light blocking glasses and a regimen of dozens of vitamins to take everyday.

In trials, most users reported feeling moderately better than usual, but the perceived benefit was similar to directional placebo effects. Objective measures: reaction time, melatonin levels, wakefulness - showed minimal difference compared to control.

That’s not to say it’s useless. Users praised the structured planning as helpful in reducing poor decisions, “Oh I would've napped, but I didn’t according to the app.” Some frequent flyers noted minor benefits staying alert during layovers.

Critics warn of overpromising: the app’s claims about resetting your biological clock “24 hours after landing” are not backed by robust physiological evidence. Flykitt’s co-founders acknowledge it’s a behavioural guide, not a medical remedy, positioned between a nudge tool and wellness coaching.

Ultimately, Flykitt is most useful if you’re disciplined and like data-driven travel plans. For spontaneous or flexible flyers, it may feel restrictive or underwhelming.

Whether it’s a lifesaver or placebo, the app still reflects growing interest in tech-based biohacks—a sign we’re seeking algorithmic control over time itself.