Articles about London

Do you like riding your bike and exposing your booty to the world? Turns out you're not alone. The World Naked Bike Ride returns to London on 8th June, giving you the ideal opportunity to hop on your bike and feel the breeze on your unmentionables.  This annual event started 20 years ago and ha...

It's a truth universally acknowledged that the best pizza on the planet can be found in Naples. But if you can't make it all the way to Italy this summer, you can actually get the best pizza in Europe right here in London. The 50 Top Pizza Europa awards took place in Madrid on 13th May, pitting pizz...

On May 17, Tate Modern is hosting an evening of engaging talks by some of the UK's most exceptional authors paired with limited-edition craft beer from Track, Beak and Verdant. Renowned authors, including Eliza Clarke, the Newcastle-born author of Boy Parts, David Keenan from Glasgow (known for This...

This Friday, Casa De Salsa has teamed up with London and Thailand-based record label Swerve Digital to bring you a night of house beats and electric vibes in one of London's most legendary institutions, Gilgamesh in Covent Garden. This Friday's show will be headlined by DJ/producer duo TwoSlice, who...

If you live in London then you probably use the tube on a regular basis, but have you ever ridden a vintage tube train from 1938? If you weren't even born back then but you fancy having the experience, there are a number of opportunities to do so this summer.   London Transport Museum is runnin...

Le Caprice was an iconic London restaurant for decades, from when it opened in 1947 to its closure in 2020 during the Coronavirus pandemic. It was quite the celebrity hotspot too, welcoming names like Princess Diana, Elizabeth Taylor, Mick Jagger, and Kate Moss. Some of the magic will be returning t...

Kioku Bar is proud to present the first episode of its new Sake Masterclass Series on May 30. The episode will showcase the award-winning Nabeshima from Fukuchiyo Brewery in Saga Prefecture, Japan. Guests will explore sake craftsmanship, tradition, and heritage with an exclusive tasting experience f...

Arts charity Art Fund has announced the shortlist for its annual Museum of the Year competition, and two London museums are included in the nominees. Each shortlisted museum receives £15,000 of funding, whilst the eventual winner will get £120,000 to continue funding their activities.  This yea...

Signature Brew already has a reputation for serving up an exciting range of food festivals and events, alongside its delicious beers. They've got a new event coming up in June and best of all, this food festival is completely free to attend.  Taking place on 8th and 9th June at the Blackhorse R...

There's a new smash burger on the block, Supra Burger, and it's debuting on Monday, May 13, with a residency running at the Cocotte site in Queens Park. Supra Burger is introducing its smashing good burgers with a goal to serve the highest-quality burgers, drawing inspiration from New York and using...

Renowned tequila brand Cazcabel Tequila has announced they are partnering with Paloma Café in Shoreditch to give away 1,000 free Paloma cocktails in celebration of World Paloma Day on May 22. The Paloma, made from reposado or blanco tequila, grapefruit soda, and lime juice, is a signa...

Experience London's highest outdoor Pilates classes atop Up at The O2, featuring special sessions in honour of Mental Health Awareness Week in collaboration with The O2's official charity, YoungMinds.  These rooftop classes are part of three extended climbs on Sunday, May 19, and all proceeds w...

On Sunday, May 19th, Celele, which is No. 16 in Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants 2023 and is known for its delicious fusion of Colombian-Caribbean cuisines, will serve up a four-course feast at Viajante87, which you would otherwise have to travel around the world to enjoy. Each dish will be paire...

The Natural History Museum is already one of the capital's top attractions but soon it will offer something new and exciting for visitors to explore. The museum is opening its new Evolution Garden on 18th July and it'll be free to visit, just like the main museum.  The garden will cover five ac...

The National Restaurant Awards 2024 are being held in London on 10th June and the nominees for Opening of the Year have been announced. Nine restaurants nationwide have been shortlisted for the award, with five of them being based in the capital. Restaurants in Bristol, Jersey, Manchester, and Edinb...

Adventure through South African vineyards at Vivat Bacchus' brand new wine dinners this May. Each event is dedicated to showcasing a wine estate from the Rainbow Nation to showcase what South African wine really has to offer. Each event will take place in the private dining areas of the restaurant's...

Some of London's (and beyond) best chefs, live-fire cooks, and drinks producers are pitching up at Five Points Brewery for a weekend of all things BBQ and beyond at Big Grill Festival From June 8-9. Chow down on smokey delights and sip on super-fresh craft beer (made just steps away), as well as coc...

Tucked away atop the Brunel Museum, The Midnight Apothecary is a secret rooftop garden, cared for by award-winning gardener Lottie Muir, who uses the plants and herbs grown in the garden or foraged in the area to craft seasonal botanical cocktails. Considered one of the best pop-up bars in London, T...

We already know that London is one of the world's great hotspots for art, design, fashion, music, and culture, but a new study has officially ranked it as the best capital city in Europe for art lovers. E-commerce platform Ubuy has done the hard work and calculated the top 20 capitals in Europe for...

The Hero of Maida was a classic on the London pub scene, having been built in 1878 and undergoing a few name changes in that time. The pub as we know it closed earlier this year but the good news is that it's soon coming back with a new name – The Hero. If you're a fan of tasty pub grub then this is...

Yard Sale Pizza and Bleecker Burger are both icons of London's food scene, but have you ever wondered what would happen if the two came together? Well, wonder no more because this dream fast food collab has actually come to be. What's more, the pairing also coincides with Yard Sale's 10th anniversar...

Morley's is an instantly recognisable icon for anyone who lives in South London or, indeed, has so much as stepped foot south of the Thames. In recent years, they've even expanded outside of the SE and SW postcodes with branches in places like Enfield, Finsbury Park, and Ilford. Now they're set to r...

Launching on May 15th, The Churchill Bar and Terrace is set to unveil its latest transformation, which will be the epitome of summer in the heart of London's Marylebone. Embracing a marine-inspired theme, this outdoor sanctuary will offer a space to enjoy a drink or bite to eat away from the busy ci...

Go anywhere in the UK or Ireland and you're likely to find a Wetherspoons there. Though the omnipresent pub chain – or rather its owner – has divided public opinion, it's undeniably a mainstay of life in the islands, as well as the quintessential pub experience for many a foreign visitor. Today, the...

London certainly has no shortage of fantastic and award-winning cocktail bars, but if you're looking for the absolute best, it looks like you'll have to head to Bethnal Green. Renowned cocktail bar Satan's Whiskers is no stranger to winning awards but at the 2024 CLASS Bar Awards it was crowned Best...

These days, Tower Bridge is one of London's most iconic landmarks and a familiar sight for everyone in the capital. But back in 1894 it was a new and novel sight that caused a lot of excitement. Today's Londoners will be able to see exactly what that was like in a new exhibition of previously unseen...

Londoners with a rectangular-shaped hole in their heart since the cancellation of hit TV game show “The Cube” can look forward to a new immersive experience in Canary Wharf. Inspired by ITV's gameshow, where contestants had to complete different challenges within a 4m x 4m x 4m cube, The Cube offers...

As the warmer months draw closer, Megan's, all-day dining, dog-friendly neighbourhood restaurants located in London and beyond, is preparing to launch their brand new Eastern Mediterranean-inspired menu on 24 April, alongside a new £5 Happy Hour and bottomless experience. Their new £5 Happy Hour wil...

You are cordially invited to a spooky storytelling performance by author and actor C.J. Carter-Stephenson. Prepare to be scared as C.J. brings two of his horror stories vividly to life with words, projected images and an immersive soundscape. This readers theatre extravaganza will take you from the...

There's a new brunch on the scene in Victoria at TH@51, and it draws inspiration from cuisines and flavours around the world with a two-course, three-course and bottomless option. Launching with an Elementals theme, the dishes are centred around the earth's biomes: Air, Water, Earth, and Fire. The m...

Junsei is an authentic Japanese restaurant specialising in the art of yakitori skewers, and they've just launched a handful of delicious new items to their already tasty menu. Junsei takes a zero-waste approach to cooking, which means every part of the chicken is grilled over white-hot binchotan cha...

The US-based International Downtown Association Foundation is a charitable non-profit whose Backing International Small Restaurants grant, supported by American Express, is designed to help small independent restaurants develop their business, whether through refurbishing their venue, improving kitc...

Pizza fanatics might think they need to fly to Naples to sample the best pizza in the world. In fact, you can actually try it here in London – at least during the month of May. Neapolitan pizza restaurant Fatto a Mano, which has locations in King's Cross and Covent Garden as well as in Brighton, is...

There's almost no doubt that you've seen the work of Michelangelo before – he carved “David”, painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, and painted “The Creation of Adam”. In 2024, Londoners are getting the chance to see his work up close in a new major exhibition at the British Museum.  “Mich...

Many people would argue that the penguins are some of the cutest inhabitants of London Zoo. If you're one of those people, the zoo has just launched a new experience for animal lovers that's sure to excite you. The Penguin Keeper Experience lets you get up close to the penguins and learn more about...

Londoners are certainly lucky when it comes to major musical acts playing in our city, both at musical festivals and the huge range of venues around the capital. The annual BST Hyde Park gigs always bring some major names to one of London's most famous parks and some big acts like Kylie Minogue and...

Italian cuisine is consistently ranked as one of the world's favourite types of food. Its stateside cousin, Italian-American food, is also one of the hottest culinary trends of 2024, with new venues opening in London and further afield. That might be about to change though with the launch of an exci...

In London we're lucky to have so many cultural activities and experiences right on our doorstep, with major institutions and local initiatives all right here in the city. Since 2017, we've also had an official London Borough of Culture, with an initiative from the Mayor of London's office that choos...

Notting Hill Carnival has a well-deserved reputation as the biggest and loudest party of the summer, but another well-loved carnival is making its return to London this year. Hackney Carnival has not taken place since 2019, being cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to the Coronavirus pandemic, and in 202...

Another day, another musical legend announces a London gig. This time it's Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, who have just announced new UK and Europe tour dates for The Wild God Tour. The tour coincides with the band's latest album, Wild God, which will be released on 30th August.  The Australian...

London is known for being a vegan-friendly city and this summer there's a vegan festival coming to Clapham Common that's sure to delight plant-based food lovers across the capital. Vegandale began in Toronto in 2015 and has grown to become the largest vegan experience in North America. Now it's maki...

Wondering where you can get the best fried chicken in London? Indian restaurant group Kricket have been wondering that too, leading to its Fried Chicken Challenge, which took place on 19th March at the group's Brixton restaurant. The event saw top restaurants going head-to-head to see who has the be...

Get ready foodies, a big event is hitting Regent's Park this summer that'll be packed full of food and entertainment. Taste of London is back for 2024, and this one's extra special because it's the 20th anniversary of the festival. Taking place between 12th and 16th June, it's all about indulgent di...

If you love immersive experiences, thrills, and fun, there's a new venue coming to the capital in May that's going to be right up your street. Gravity Max is opening in Westfield Stratford in May, and promises to be London's biggest and best urban theme park.  This large and modern venue has lo...

Do you love sandwiches (and beer)? If so, there's a food festival coming up in May that you'll want to know about. Taking place between 17th and 19th May at Camden Town Brewery's Camden Beer Hall, Sarnie Party will bring together 20 different chefs, each creating an original new sandwich to tempt yo...

What could be a nicer way to enjoy spring than exploring some beautiful gardens? If that sounds good to you, you'll be pleased to know that the RHS Chelsea Flower Show will soon be back for another year, taking place this time between 21st and 25th May. The first two days of this classic event are r...

An exhibition celebrating one of the greatest Italian designers of the previous century has opened at London's Design Museum. Enzo Mari, a towering figure in 20th-century design, was an artist, teacher, theorist, and more, known for his countless timeless designs and critical stance towards the desi...

The clocks have gone forward and spring is already in the air in London. You can get even more into the seasonal spirit in May – Belgravia in Bloom is back. This free flower festival in West London sees floral displays blossoming all around the area. Expect colour and whimsy because the theme this y...

South London pub Fox & Firkin is known for its massive beer garden and exciting live music programming, including a big band frequently performing in the garden on Sundays. There's a real treat for pub-goers this summer though, with the pub's garden also hosting a gig from reggae icon Dawn Penn.

If you're a fan of street food then there's something exciting coming your way. Adding to the city's already buzzing food scene, a new weekly street food market is launching on 4th April in the heart of London. Tower Hill Market, based right next to the Tower of London, is a new market showcasing mo...