So you’re into fairly traded, organic, free-range, sustainable or even bio-dynamically grown food? To be honest, finding salad leaves grown in harmony with the phases of the moon wasn't at the top of my list of priorities when choosing a restaurant in Brighton. But if the food tastes as good as it does at Due South then I'm sold.

A sophisticated antidote to the parade of fish-and-chip stalls and souvenir shops right along seafront is Due South, with stunning views of the beach and the West Pier for as long as it stands. It is a restaurant with a philosophy, sourcing many of its ingredients locally and supporting sustainable farming methods. Owners Rob and Kathy promise simple, honest, uncomplicated food in a relaxed and unpretentious atmosphere. And we think that's exactly what you'll get.

Being housed in a converted fisherman's arch, the restaurant has the feel of a gentrified tube station. The outside stretches almost to the pebbles providing unequalled seaside dining during the the warmer weather. On chillier evenings, of which Brighton has one or two, the inside of the restaurant provides a cosy, intimate setting for you to enjoy the warming wintertime menu. A comforting meal overlooking a ferocious sea or a coffee and cake whilst watching the driving rain... winter is suddenly far more inviting!

Any recommendations? Well, being so close to the water there is a good range of seafood dishes, my favourite being the luxury fish soup. If you're in need of a treat then I'd also recommend the shockingly delicious Brownie for desert. I blame this entirely for the increase in waist-size experienced immediately after trying it. Main courses are priced at around £10 to £14, and that Brownie (did I say yum?) will set you back a fiver plus a few visits to the gym, obviously.

So if you're looking for intimacy, a gorgeous view and for a fair trade "treat yourself" menu, heading Due South should be something you do very soon.