Craft, chill, and have a mindful Sunday
Craft 'n' Chill offers relaxing Sunday afternoon craft sessions that combine creativity and mindfulness. Each month features a surprise activity, such as painting, embroidery, origami, or collage, designed to provide a mood-boosting break from daily routines. Suitable for ages 16 and up, these sessi...
23 Dec 2024
Big Game 16: Don't miss the biggest club rugby event of the year
The Big Game, the biggest club rugby event in the world, returns for its 16th edition this Saturday, promising a spectacular day of sports and entertainment. Big Game 15This year's event features an exciting double-header, with both the men's and women's London Harlequins teams facing Leiceste...
23 Dec 2024
The BRB's Nutcracker returns to London for a very limited time
Experience the magic of Christmas with the Birmingham Royal Ballet's production of “The Nutcracker” at the Royal Albert Hall. Photo: Birmingham Royal BalletThis enchanting festive favourite, set to Tchaikovsky's iconic score, features stunning period costumes and breath-taking projections, creating...
23 Dec 2024
Luchadores and heavy metal for kids? Yes please
Christmas Slaycation is a spectacular family-friendly event blending live heavy metal music with high-energy wrestling action. Promising to be the "greatest afternoon of all-ages heavy metal and wrestling action in the history of the world," this one-of-a-kind show is designed to entertain both kids...
23 Dec 2024
Vegetarian restaurants in Soho
Soho is widely known for its eclectic food scene and has fully embraced plant-based cuisine. Today, the area offers a plethora of vegetarian restaurants, from casual spots to upscale institutions. While some venues are entirely plant-based, many continue to serve hearty vegetarian dishes side-by-sid...
23 Dec 2024
That's a wrap! Here's what was up on Thatsup in 2024
Another year is in the books and over here at Thatsup we're happy to say it's been one of growth – personal, professional, and, er, waistline alike. Just the everyday dangers that come with a job involving excellent restaurants and delicious food, we guess. And as we're getting ready to settle in fo...
20 Dec 2024
The Dark Horse Pub to open in Camden's Victorian stables in January
The Dark Horse will open in Camden's iconic Stables on Monday, 6 January 2025, just steps from Primrose Hill and Kentish Town. This brand-new music-focused pub is set to become a local favourite in the popular Camden area. The Dark Horse comes from the masterminds behind Le Bab, Kebab Queen, and leg...
19 Dec 2024
Look who's coming to Carousel in January
Fitzrovia wine bar and kitchen residency Carousel, known for hosting some of the most exciting culinary talent on a weekly basis, is starting the new year – and its own second decade – strong. Noma alumni feature heavily among January's crop of pop-up events, and there's no shortage of top-notch gou...
19 Dec 2024
Romantic restaurants in Richmond
Between the vast Richmond Park, pleasant town streets, beautiful Kew Gardens, and riverside promenade, Richmond has a lot going for it in the romantic department, especially in the romantic walks department. There are also lots of lovely restaurants where you can round off your date with an intimate...
20 Dec 2024
Outdoor restaurants in Canary Wharf
Canary Wharf is renowned for being London's bustling financial area, chock-full of skyscrapers and fancy business people. But this London district shouldn't be overlooked if you're looking for places to wine and dine outdoors. Its proximity to the water means that many restaurants boast spacious out...
23 Dec 2024
Vegetarian restaurants in Covent Garden
The world-famous Covent Garden is paradise for food lovers, and its dynamic restaurant landscape caters to vegetarians as well, offering an array of creative and flavourful options. Ranging from chic dining establishments to elegant eateries showcasing inventive vegetarian creations, the area is ful...
19 Dec 2024
Bread Ahead opens new bakery with mince pie workshops
Bread Ahead has officially opened its doors at Battersea Power Station, and they're kicking things off with festive Build-a-Pie baking sessions, offering walk-in fun for families in the lead-up to Christmas. The Build-a-Pie sessions cost just £15, and guests can roll up their sleeves and make six mi...
18 Dec 2024
Halal restaurants in Mayfair
Synonymous with luxury and sophistication, Mayfair is where you can find some of London's finest dining establishments, including a growing number of halal-friendly restaurants. Ranging from traditional Middle Eastern flavours and pioneering Michelin-starred cuisine to premium steaks and a cornucopi...
18 Dec 2024
Dog-friendly restaurants in Richmond
Dogs are a major part of life in Richmond – having the biggest park in London on your doorstep might have something to do with it. Local restaurants are therefore quite used to owners rocking up with their four-legged friends in tow, so there's no need to leave your pooch at home if you don't want t...
18 Dec 2024
Sing your heart out at the Royal Albert Hall's festive carol services
The Royal Albert Hall is one of the most festive venues you can visit during the Christmas season, and a visit in the lead-up to the big day is the perfect way to get into the spirit. Each year, the iconic hall hosts its beloved sing-along carol services, set within the stunning architecture of this...
17 Dec 2024
A festive favourite is back: Carols by Candlelight at Union Chapel
Get ready for a magical evening at Carols by Candlelight in the heart of Islington this Sunday, 22 December. The stunning Union Chapel will be illuminated with candles to set the perfect scene for this popular festive event. Sing your heart out to classic carols, listen to the Christmas story told t...
17 Dec 2024
The Mozart Symphony Orchestra brings the Snowman back to Cadogan Hall
The Mozart Symphony Orchestra returns to Cadogan Hall this Sunday, 22 December, with its annual performance of 'The Snowman'. The classic film will be projected on the big screen and accompanied by a live symphony orchestra. The film is screened with a live orchestra featuring 15-year-old sopra...
17 Dec 2024
Cosy up for a festive movie marathon at this Christmas pyjama party
The Prince Charles Cinema is hosting two Christmas film marathons this Saturday, 21 December, where you'll get to cosy up and enjoy back-to-back showings of five of the nation's favourite festive flicks. The festive all-nighter kicks off at 11pm, featuring five beloved holiday hits: 'A Muppet Christ...
17 Dec 2024
Vegan restaurants in Soho
Walk through Soho and you'll be inundated with the sights and smells of countless restaurants plying their wares to tourists and locals alike. If you're a vegan, it can be difficult to navigate the many Soho eateries without feeling overwhelmed or risk ending up somewhere where the plant-based optio...
17 Dec 2024
Fancy restaurants in London
Written for those with a taste for the chic and glamorous, this guide takes you on a journey through the crème de la crème of London's restaurant scene. Each venue we have picked captures the spirit of fine dining in the city, offering more than just a restaurant to eat and drink at—these places tak...
19 Dec 2024
A new Square Mile skyscraper gets the green light
The City of London Corporation has given the thumbs-up to a towering addition to London's skyline: One Undershaft. It'll stand tall at a jaw-dropping 306.6 metres, just a hair shorter than The Shard's 309.6 metres. The journey to approve One Undershaft has been a classic case of "back to the drawing...
16 Dec 2024
Romantic restaurants in Soho
Looking to plan the perfect first date, celebrate a special occasion, or keep the spark alive? Soho used to be known for a more sordid kind of love, but these days this bustling neighbourhood is well-versed in the art of romance. From classic French bistros and Italian ristorantes to cosy hidden gem...
16 Dec 2024
Ground control to Major Tom: Famed astronaut is bringing his show to London
Colonel Chris Hadfield, one of the world's most renowned astronauts and explorers, has announced a new UK & Ireland tour for 2025, including a stop in London. Audiences at “Chris Hadfield: A Journey Into the Cosmos” will experience breath-taking imagery from the James Webb Space Telescope and th...
16 Dec 2024
City Splash announces 2025 stellar first wave of acts
City Splash, held in Brockwell Park, is the world's largest one-day festival celebrating Caribbean and African culture, with a vibrant carnival atmosphere. Marking its fifth year in 2025, the festival unites communities and highlights the richness of Black music, food, dance, and style. The 2025 edi...
13 Dec 2024
Forget Coca-Cola, this is the Christmas truck the UK needs
Notoriously cheeky Scottish drinks brand Irn-Bru is launching its own Christmas truck this year, and here's where you can catch it. You could get your hands on one of these, ya fannyFamed for their irreverent ads campaigns as much as for the unique flavour of their flagship soft drink, Irn-Bru have...
13 Dec 2024
Fun restaurants in Mayfair
Where there's money to be spent, there's usually something fun going on—and Mayfair's restaurants prove that point perfectly. Although the area is usually known for being posh and high-end, this part of the city also boasts a plethora of fun restaurants to wine and dine at. Whether you want front-ro...
16 Dec 2024
London Art Fair 2025: Art will take over Islington in January again
The London Art Fair, one of the biggest events of the London cultural calendar, is coming back around again next month. Launched nearly 40 years ago, the London Art Fair has steadily grown to feature works by more than 1,000 artists each year. More than 25,000 visitors descend upon Islington's Busin...
12 Dec 2024
% Arabica brings global coffee culture to London with new location
Exciting news – local favourite coffee shop, % Arabica, is set to open at Battersea Power Station. It will have a soft launch this Saturday, December 14, and a grand opening in January 2025. This new location brings its premium coffee to one of London's most popular destinations, offering a sneak pe...
11 Dec 2024
This London hot spot goes all out for the festive season
This festive season, Boxcar's trio of neighbourhood spots—Baker & Deli, Bar & Grill, and the newly opened Bread & Wine—are embracing the holiday spirit with unique offerings, festive menus, and community initiatives across Marylebone, Marble Arch, and Connaught Village. Although it's com...
11 Dec 2024
Fun restaurants in Soho
Soho is the heart of London's dining and nightlife scene, effortlessly combining its colourful (and sometimes sordid) history with a hip, modern edge. If you're looking for dining spots beyond good food, Soho has it all, from colourful taquerias to chic venues where the drinks are as dramatic...
13 Dec 2024
The National Portrait Gallery is going on tour with an epic immersive experience
The National Portrait Gallery has partnered with Frameless, the award-winning company behind large-scale immersive exhibitions highlighting iconic works by some of history's greatest artists, for the first major touring immersive art experience inspired by a UK art institution. National Portrait Gal...
10 Dec 2024
Buzzy Malaysian pop-up Duda Diner is taking over Jazu's kitchen this week
Deptford's hi-fi cocktail bar Jazu is hosting a winter warmer with a Malaysian kitchen takeover by Duda Diner from 11 to 14 December. Known for their reimagined Malaysian cuisine, Duda Diner will serve signature dishes like the Burger Daging Special with Sarawak peppercorn sauce and Ayam Kelantan, f...
9 Dec 2024
Step onto the runway at Lightroom's new immersive experience
Lightroom, a striking art gallery using top-of-the-line projection technology to bring exhibitions closer to the viewer, is hosting a spectacular immersive show that takes visitors straight to the front row of a spectacular fashion show. Created with the help of the celebrated fashion magazine's arc...
9 Dec 2024
The Hithertones choir is bringing its harmonies to Queen's House
Celebrate the festive season with the Hithertones choir at their Queen's House Christmas concert. This popular vocal ensemble returns to the Greenwich venue to enchant audiences with their harmonious blend of carols and songs. Set in the opulent Great Hall, the programme includes Morten Lauridsen's...
9 Dec 2024
Hundreds of Santas will paint the town red this Saturday
Every December, hundreds of volunteers put on their best Santa Claus fit and descend on the streets of London, bringing joy and cheer and a bit of festive madness to the city. The annual Santacon will take place this Saturday, so expect to see a tide of red flood the streets. Described as “a non-pro...
9 Dec 2024
Browse exclusive shopping opportunities at House of Canary Wharf
This Christmas, immerse yourself in festive magic at the House of Canary Wharf, an exclusive pop-up featuring a rotating selection of top beauty and fashion brands. Each uniquely styled room, from the cosy Powder Room to the glamorous Walk-in Wardrobe, offers a delightful experience. Explore w...
9 Dec 2024
Kricket heads to Shoreditch with new all-day dining concept
One of the city's favourite modern Indian restaurants, Kricket, is set to launch its latest London outpost in Shoreditch. The new restaurant in a restored Victorian dispensary will open this March at 36 Charlotte Road. This new all-day café and bar concept will feature an 80-cover restaurant serving...
9 Dec 2024
Romantic restaurants in Covent Garden
While London might not rival Paris as the City of Love, Covent Garden has its fair share of romantic restaurants for date nights. Whether celebrating a milestone, planning a first date, or reigniting the spark, this neighbourhood is filled with cosy hideaways and intimate dining spots to do just tha...
11 Dec 2024
Fun restaurants in Shoreditch
With some of the brightest and most creative young minds in London flocking to Shoreditch, this hip East London area has a well-established reputation as a trendy, fun part of the city. If you're looking to infuse some of that carefree spirit into your meal, check out our guide to the most fun resta...
13 Dec 2024
House of Sunny unveils first restaurant collab with Unlock Pizza
House of Sunny, the cult UK fashion label loved by A-listers like Dua Lipa and Kendall Jenner, is teaming up with East London's coolest pizza spot, Unlock, for a 10-day pop-up from 5–15 December. The House of Sunny Pizza Party will bring together fashion, Neapolitan pizza, and art under one roof. Ph...
4 Dec 2024
Fun restaurants in Covent Garden
There's certainly no shortage of fun and exciting things to do in Covent Garden, one of the busiest and best-known parts of London. However, in case you don't want the good times to stop even while you're having a meal, you can certainly find a place that serves up a hearty helping of entertainment...
4 Dec 2024
Cool restaurants in Mayfair
You probably don't think of 'cool' when Mayfair springs to mind. Sure, it's fancy and has its fair share of things to see and do, but you'd probably associate the neighbouring Soho as the cooler part of this city. But actually, if you know where to look, this neighbourhood has its fair share of hip...
10 Dec 2024
Freewheelin' Pizza to launch in Southwark Quarter this week
Freewheelin' Pizza, the popular New York-style pizzeria that has been making waves across London, is thrilled to announce the opening of its permanent location next to Flat Iron Square in Southwark this Thursday, December 5. After gaining a loyal following with its pop-ups at venues like Fox & F...
3 Dec 2024
Look inside the homes and studios of artists and makers in East London
Every June and December, this E8 walking trail showcases art and craft in the city's vibrant East London neighbourhoods, Hackney Central, Dalston, and London Fields. The event offers rare access to the homes and studios of local artists and makers in the area. From fine art and illustration to ceram...
3 Dec 2024
Cool restaurants in Covent Garden
Covent Garden is one of the best-known parts of London, and though that might not make it the coolest, there are all sorts of hip hangouts where you can hide away from the tourist crowds if you know where to look. Whether you define cool as trendy, stylish, or chill, our guide to the coolest restaur...
10 Dec 2024
Catch Botivo's Yellow Piano for a merry singalong
Celebrate Christmas in London this December with festive sing-alongs around Botivo's iconic Yellow Piano. Starting on 5 December, these pop-up events will bring music and cheer to merry locations across the city. Botivo, a non-alcoholic botanical aperitif, is hosting a series of sing-alongs througho...
3 Dec 2024
Try a bangin' new sarnie this Christmas
London's beloved breakfast spot, Bangers, is unveiling its much-anticipated Christmas sandwich, the XXXmas Banger, available from 2nd to 22nd December. XXXmas BangerThis festive treat is packed with turkey, bacon, and stuffing sausage, topped with a goose-fat roast potato, pickled sprouts, crispy on...
2 Dec 2024
Flat Iron Square launches £10 deal with tasty street food options
London Bridge's iconic Flat Iron Square is a sporting, food and drink hotspot in the heart of the city, featuring a taproom under the arches, a beer garden, legendary food traders, weekly DJs, and more. They are excited to announce their brand new lunch deal, which is now available every day of the...
2 Dec 2024
Cool restaurants in Marylebone
Despite being in the city centre, Marylebone oozes a charming village vibe amidst the city's hustle and bustle. Its tree-lined streets are fringed with independent boutiques, cultural landmarks, and some of the city's most acclaimed restaurants. Next time you find yourself in this neck of the woods,...
10 Dec 2024
Turkish restaurants in Shoreditch
Creamy dips, juicy meats, steaming hot flatbreads, crisp veggies – if that sounds good to you, Turkish cuisine will be right up your alley. There are various places around the vibrant Shoreditch neighbourhood where you can get your fill of authentic Turkish cuisine, ranging from smoky mangal grill j...
29 Nov 2024