Articles about London

If there's one thing better than pizza, it's free pizza—and Fatto a Mano knows it. That's why, to challenge even the sternest critics and pineapple-on-pizza haters, they are offering a special pizza for free to anyone who brings a pineapple to their pizzerias. What's the catch? Honestly, there isn't...

Shoreditch's central location means many, if not all, of its rooftop bars offer epic views of London's skyline and beyond. Not only that, but this buzzy area is a popular hangout for an artsy crowd, making the bars listed in this guide perfect for soaking up its creative vibe. Plus, it's located clo...

It's no secret that Central London is home to some of the best restaurants on the planet, offering cuisine from pretty much every corner of the globe – Thai, Indian, Italian, British, you name it, Central London's got it. The city is home to a wealth of Michelin-starred restaurants as well as street...

While images of sophisticated restaurants with crystal chandeliers and sleek marble counters might spring to mind when someone mentions 'restaurants in Mayfair,' it's just as fitting to picture lovely outdoor dining spaces. Whether you're looking for a spacious terrace to host a big group or hoping...

It's no surprise that somewhere as cool as Shoreditch is home to some of the best cocktail bars in the world. In this hip corner of the city, you'll find a slew of excellent drinking dens, ranging from molecular mixology experts to laid-back speakeasy hangouts. Next time you're in Shoreditch, don't...

Breakfast in Notting Hill is anything but boring, featuring everything from cosy cafés to stylish brunch spots. Beyond the classic full English, you'll find everything from shakshuka and sourdough topped with smashed avocado to viral pancakes and Mexican fusion dishes. Whether you prefer a laid-back...

This weekend, Hampton Court Palace is opening its gardens to the public without the usual admission fee from 22-23 March as part of its Open Garden Weekend, a rare opportunity to experience the gardens at no extra cost. On Garden Open Days, admission is free to most areas, but you'll still need a pa...

After a brief break, the Formula 1® Heineken Chinese Grand Prix 2025 is officially back on the racing calendar, and on 23 March, the F1 Arcade is inviting all F1 fans to an early morning watch party to enjoy it. Kickstart race day with a tasty breakfast, including a menu of chicken and waffles, clas...

The Market at Elephant Park launched Latino Weekends: Flavours and Finds on Saturday, 1 March 2025. Taking place every weekend until 23 March from 12pm to 5pm, the outdoor market in Elephant & Castle featured a series of fun interactive workshops, live music performances, and delicious...

Shoreditch is mostly known for its creativity, excellent dining scene, and varied mix of cultures, but it's also a hotspot for some of the best halal dining in London. From sizzling street food stalls to stylish sit-down restaurants, there are many halal-friendly restaurants to choose from here. Whe...

Mayfair is one of London's fancier neighbourhoods, known for its five-star hotels, upmarket restaurants and swish cocktail bars. Joining in with the glitz and glam is a bunch of rooftop bars in the area that offer the perfect place to enjoy some alfresco drinks. From secret sun-soaked terraces to hu...

Mayfair is one of the finer London neighbourhoods, renowned for being home to the rich and famous and for its fine-dining restaurants, high-end shopping, and five-star hotels. It's also home to a selection of exceptional wine bars, perfect for sipping on fine wines from around the world. Whether you...

While Soho is traditionally known as the epicentre of London's jazz scene, Shoreditch has long been home to an underground jazz movement and live music culture. From clandestine jazz bars to award-winning clubs hosting dedicated jazz nights, you'll find something jazzy every day of the week in Shore...

Marylebone is one of London's finer neighbourhoods, meaning it's also chock-full of great little restaurants. They certainly know a thing or two about brunch here, with restaurants either offering dedicated brunch menus or breakfast options that can be enjoyed well into the afternoon. You'll find ev...

Marylebone is no stranger to excellent places to wine and dine, and that includes cocktail bars. This little enclave of the city boasts a handful of fabulous cocktail bars, ranging from secret speakeasies to established hotel hangouts. Whether you want to learn the art of cocktail-making for yoursel...

Covent Garden is brimming with lovely little wine spots, from chic Parisian-inspired bars to female-founded gems. This lively London neighbourhood boasts a buzzing drinking scene, including ample places to enjoy a glass of your favourite vino. Whatever you're in the mood for, the bars mentioned in t...

Covent Garden is one of London's liveliest areas, where tourists often flock first. But don't be fooled, it's still home to a bunch of super cool cocktail bars serving some of the best drinks in the city. It doesn't matter if you're looking for a swanky spot in a sleek space, an intimate date night...

While Covent Garden is famous for its world-class dining and lively street food scene, nothing beats a juicy, succulent burger. Whether you're craving a classic smashed patty, a gourmet twist, or a top-tier plant-based option, this buzzing part of London has it all. From messy, sauce-dripping stacks...

Covent Garden is not just a hotspot for theatre, shopping, and dining, it's also home to some of the city's best cocktail bars. From hidden speakeasies tucked in unassuming venues to stylish bars serving award-winning drinks, this iconic area is a hit for drinking. With so many drinking dens to disc...

If you're spending the day in Marylebone or need a tasty break during your shopping trip or work day, this quaint neighbourhood has plenty of lunch spots to enjoy. With a huge range of delicious options, from casual cafés to chic restaurants, choosing where to wine and dine in Marylebone can be over...

Breakfast is widely regarded as the most important meal of the day, giving you the essential fuel to kickstart your morning and set the tone for a productive day. Whether you prefer the comfort of a classic full English breakfast, complete with sizzling bacon, sausages, eggs, and all the trimmings,...

If you're looking for street food in Covent Garden, you're in for a tasty treat. This buzzy area is jam-packed with stalls and restaurants serving up all kinds of street food classics, from bustling markets to independent dessert parlours and Michelin-starred kebabs. Whether you're after a quick tak...

Four Quarters has officially opened its latest venue in Southwark Quarter, next to London Bridge. The new arcade bar, which opened on 3 March, offers a combo of retro gaming, craft beer, and street food. The venue is located within an industrial railway arch, featuring over 25 original arcade machin...

There's nothing like a proper Sunday roast, and in Covent Garden, you'll find some of the best in London. Whether you're craving a perfectly cooked pink beef sirloin with all the trimmings, a melt-in-your-mouth slow-cooked pork belly with tangy applesauce, or a tasty veggie option, Covent Garden's s...

The Young V&A's upcoming exhibition, Making Egypt, explores the creative legacy of Ancient Egypt and its lasting impact on contemporary culture.  It includes over 200 items from the V&A archives, many of which have never been displayed before, spanning a whopping 5,500 years of his...

The UK's biggest dance event, Move It, will celebrate its twentieth anniversary in 2025 at ExCel with a host of exciting new additions to its regular lineup of performances, classes, and exhibitors. Attendees will have the chance to meet dance experts and stars, ask questions, and take selfies. For...

Tired of bland, empty walls? Skip the overpriced galleries and stock up on unique, affordable artwork from over 150 independent artists at The Other Art Fair by Saatchi Art. Hosted at The Truman Brewery, with prices from just £100, it's an easy way to bring original art into your space without the g...

There's nothing quite like a proper Sunday roast, and in Soho, you'll find some of the best in London. Whether you're after a classic beef sirloin with all the trimmings, a slow-cooked pork belly with lashings of sweet applesauce, or a tasty vegetarian twist, Soho's pubs and restaurants have got you...

Kricket, the iconic modern Indian restaurant group founded by Rik Campbell and Will Bowlby, has officially opened its latest location in Shoreditch at 36 Charlotte Road, open six days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This swish new site marks an exciting milestone for the brand, which is int...

Soho has become a hotspot for restaurants and trendy places to wine and dine, including top-tier taco spots, with a mix of laid-back street food joints and stylish restaurants serving tasty Mexican dishes. Whether you're after a traditional taqueria or somewhere a little more upmarket, this fun, bus...

From 15th February to 27th April, Masala Zone is revamping its menu to offer diners the chance to enjoy the diverse cuisines of India's west coast without leaving London. The special menu is available at Masala Zone's Soho, Piccadilly Circus, Covent Garden, and Earl's Court restaurants and offers a...

It's an exciting time for Southbank restaurant LIMIN, which has been serving the bold dishes of Trinidad and Tobago to hungry Londoners since 2018. They have officially been named Best Caribbean Restaurant at the 2nd annual UK Caribbean Food Awards. The UK Caribbean Food Awards celebrate the incred...

Fish and chips has always been the national dish of the UK, and nowhere does it quite like us. If you've landed on London turf and trying proper fish and chips is at the top of your bucket list, then you're in the right place. Whether you're after a classic chippy or a historic pub, we've picked a h...

Although the humble burger is believed to have originated in the United States, London still has its fair share of excellent places to get your hands dirty and chow down on one of the world's favourite dishes–especially in Shoreditch. From classic American-style burgers to crispy-edged thin patties...

Covent Garden is chock-full of sushi spots, offering everything from high-end omakase experiences to quick and casual hand-rolled takeaway platters. It's easy to satisfy your sushi craving in Covent Garden; whether you've got a hankering for delicate nigiri, perfectly rolled maki, or chargrilled yak...

Mayfair is no stranger to excellent restaurants, and its sushi spots are no exception. Some of the city's best sushi restaurants are dotted around this affluent neighborhood—Chisou, Umu, and Sexy Fish are all just a stone's throw from one another. Whether you're in the mood for one of Endo Kazutoshi...

The Pokémon Center London pop-up is making its return to ExCeL this February. The pop-up is back as part of the 2025 Pokémon Europe International Championships (EUIC), also taking place at the London Docklands venue. Visitors can expect a special selection of exclusive items, including a limited-edi...

The BFI Future Film Festival is back this week from 10 Feb until 6 March. It takes place every February at BFI Southbank, supporting young filmmakers aged 16–25 across fiction, animation, and documentary.  The 2025 edition will be hybrid, with live screenings at BFI Southbank and partner cinema...

Soho is synonymous with excellent restaurants, bars, cafés, shopping, and more – and its sushi scene is no exception. This lively London neighbourhood is home to some of the city's best Japanese restaurants, serving everything from traditional sushi to creative fusion fare. Whether you're after fres...

This February, Humble Grape is launching a new irresistible lunch offer: a succulent grass-fed rump fillet and a glass of Malbec for just £20. The deal is available from 12pm to 4pm, starting Saturday 1st February. Head to one of Humble Grape's cosy wine bars and enjoy a 225g British grass-fed rump...

One of the UK's leading food hall franchises, Market Halls, is set to open its largest venue yet in Paddington Square on Tuesday, March 4. It spans a whopping 11,000 square feet and will feature eight beloved food traders, two bars, an outdoor terrace, and heaps of communal seating. Ahead of the lau...

Bubala, the beloved Middle Eastern restaurant created by Marc Summers, is thrilled to share that they are opening their third London location this April in the buzzy King's Cross area. Bubala founder Marc Summers has announced the opening of a third London location in King's Cross this April. It fol...

Canary Wharf is known for its impressive skyscraper-dotted skyline, bustling financial district, and diverse dining scene. From chic cafes to fine-dining restaurants, it's got all kinds of eateries to choose from. Whether you're in the area for business or fun, Canary Wharf has all many places to wi...

If you're looking for a spot to enjoy great vegetarian food in Marylebone, you're in the right place. This quaint London neighbourhood is home to a fantastic selection of restaurants, cafés, and bars, offering something for every foodie, including plenty of vegetarian options. From Eastern Mediterra...

If you're taking the family for a fun day out in London, Covent Garden is a must. This bustling city centre district has it all: buzzy markets, incredible restaurants, fun street performers and top shops for rummaging through. It's also a fantastic spot for dining with the family, as many restaurant...

Move over, Valentine's Day, Galentine's Day is what it's all about these days, and we've put together this guide to the best events in London to commemorate the occasion. Raise a glass to your gal pals and head to one of these Galentine's Day events with your besties to really spread the love this y...

If you're looking for somewhere to wine and dine in Marylebone but you want it to be vegan-friendly, you're in the right place. This cute London neighbourhood is brimming with excellent restaurants, cafés and bars and is a haven for foodies, even plant-based diners. Whether you're in the mood for so...

This summer, on August 9, global dance music sensation FISHER will bring his epic, high-energy vibes to the iconic Old Royal Naval College in a summer-exclusive event not to be missed for dance music lovers. The star is renowned for his infectious personality, buzzing stage presence, and global char...

Southbank Centre is hosting a weekend-long Montreux Jazz Festival Residency from 31 January to 2 February, celebrating the life and work of singer-songwriter Nina Simone. The line-up features neo-jazz singer Ni Maxine, singer-songwriter China Moses, jazz and neo-soul artist Laura Mvula, an...

Kew Gardens is excited to bring its much-anticipated annual Orchid Festival back from Saturday, 1 February, to Sunday, 2 March. The Princess of Wales Conservatory will transform into a tropical paradise with over 3,000 exotic orchids. This year, the festival is celebrating the breathtaking biodivers...