Articles about London

There's a brand-new craft beer pub and sports bar in the heart of Old Street, The Volley, and it's redefining the football-watching experience. This exciting launch means Londoners have a new place to sink a few good-quality beers while cheering on their favourite team. The new sports-focused bar is...

Boxpark has announced the expansion of its popular shipping container markets with a new location in Camden. The buzzy market franchise has agreed to an exciting long-term property management deal with Places for London,  TfL's property arm. This launch comes off the back of their their other s...

Los Mochis, a Baja-Nihon restaurant that serves a gluten, nut, and celery-free menu that pays homage to Mexican and Japanese cuisines, has announced the launch of a delicious breakfast menu at their Notting Hill and City branches, available from this week. The new breakfast menu will be served every...

For one day on June 29, OXBO Bankside at Hilton London Bankside is hosting a special one-off brunch for Taylor Swift fans as the singer's tour comes to the capital this month. The event will be hosted by drag queen, TikTok superstar and die-hard Swiftie Sophia Stardust. OXBO Bankside at Hilton Londo...

MOTH is pitching up canal-side to give away 1,000 free Margaritas from a canal boat in King's Cross on Wednesday, 19, and Thursday, 20 June. MOTH is a B Corp Certified company and also the UK's number one premium canned cocktail brand, and their takeover on a barge on Regent's Canal at Granary...

Mama Shelter London Shoreditch are hosting a comedy club next week on Tuesday 11 June in celebration of Pride Month. From 7pm, guests will be treated to a stellar line up of LGBTQ+ comedians in commemoration of all things queer. South London's icon Sikisa will be the evening's MC, bringing...

Celebrate summer and Pride at this year's King Street Summer Street Fest on June 1, which features live music, plenty of street food, outdoor seating, and over 100 pop-up stalls on a traffic-free King Street. Hammersmith BID will be there with self-guided Pride Walk brochures and fun activities for...

Sign up for a sponsored walk around Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park this weekend to raise money for charity. The Macmillan Mighty Hike offers 13- —or 27-mile routes through the park, along the picturesque marshes, and out into leafy Epping Forest.  There's a £250 per person fundraising pledge, whi...

This new exhibition at Tate Modern spans 400 years and follows women on their journeys to becoming professional artists. Artists such as Mary Beale, Elizabeth Butler, Angelica Kauffman, and Laura Knight paved the way in the art world for generations of women to come. From Tudor times to the First Wo...

This Saturday, June 1, Islington Square on Upper Street is launching a brand new, eagerly anticipated weekly Saturday market in partnership with Urban Food Fest. The Islington Square market will take place every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Boulevard, situated in front of Megan's and Arlo...

Mighty Hoopla, one of the UK's biggest pop festivals, is back this year again for its seventh event, taking place from Saturday, June 1 to Sunday, June 2, at Brockwell Park in South London. Mighty Hoopla is known for spotlighting the finest of pop and queer culture in the UK while providing a stage...

This year celebrates the 20th anniversary of the London Festival of Architecture with a month-long celebration of architecture and city-making. This milestone commemorates two decades of igniting discussions and inspiring new ways that we can engage with London. The Festival aims to open up discussi...

New London restaurant Studio Five will open this June in the 1,200-capacity Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre. This sleek new spot draws on the area's musical history and heritage for a one-off dining experience steeped in culture. The site has an interesting history. It once hosted Fox Films, ITV, an...

It's the time of year again that everybody in London loves. The sunshine is making an appearance, the days are getting longer, and rooftop bars are finally re-opening their doors for another season. Nothing beats the sunshine in the city with a spritz in hand, all-round good vibes, and rooftop bars,...

If you are celebrating Father's Day this year, skip the classic socks and aftershave and treat Dad to a tasty feast at the authentic Indian restaurant Bombay Delight in Wimbledon. The Father's Day menu includes a complimentary Bloody Mary, prepared right at your table, alongside traditional Indian f...

Post Market in Balham is a trendy market located in an old post office in Balham. It features a curated selection of artisanal goods, fresh produce, and diverse street food stalls from local vendors. They're thrilled to announce their Grand Opening event this Saturday, May 25, for the addition of a...

If there's one thing that marks the start of the summer season, it's Dishoom's Summer BBQ Boxes, which are back for another stint so you can ensure you're putting on a show for at this year's garden parties. For every box, they also donate a meal to a child in partnership with The Akshaya Patra...

The Little Violet Door is officially opening its doors in Carnaby this June, and bookings are now open. What's more, they are also offering 50% off food on the total bill if you dine with up to six people between 10-16 June. This latest Little Door, which happens to be their fifth after their succes...

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 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...

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...

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...

Mama Shelter London Shoreditch and TikTok Sensation Verna Gao, aka. @vernahungrybanana have joined forces for a three-course Flavours Of The Far East Supper Club prepared and hosted by self-confessed noodle addict, Verna. The aim is to encourage guests to connect with the poignant emotions that deli...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Decatur is bringing the fragrant taste of the South to the UK with award-winning seafood boils, grilled oysters, and more at its arch party in Leyton on Saturday, May 4th. Expect a celebration of all things southern, including tasty dishes, sunny weather (it looks hopeful), plenty of outdoor seating...

The Blackhorse Beer Mile is marking its second anniversary with a free event at Big Penny Social and other surrounding venues. All the surrounding breweries are also planning to get involved, like Signature Brew, Pretty Decent, Exale, and more, serving over 20 beers on tap, such as Signature Brew's...

Brixton Disco Festival 2024 is back for another year of disco hits in the heart of Brixton on Saturday, May 4, until Sunday, May 5, in venues surrounding Brixton's iconic Windrush Square, like Brixton Village, Electric Brixton, and Brixton Jamm. The line-up includes disco legends, DJs, and more, suc...

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...

The day we've been waiting for has finally arrived - Roof East's Rooftop Film Club is back for its very first screening of 2024 at the Stratford venue. To kick it all off, they're screening an all-time favourite, About Time. However, if this isn't really your jam, they've got a smashing lineup for...

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...

Renowned musician Ludovico Einaudi is embarking on a select series of concerts across Europe, offering fans a preview of his new content.  Among his limited UK performances this year, Einaudi has chosen the iconic London Palladium for a two-night takeover on 11 and 12 November.  Attendees...

Michelin-starred chef Tom Brown, originally from Redruth in Cornwall, has collaborated with Cornish Orchard to feature their new Naturally Sparkling Cider, Avalen, at his Hackney restaurant, Cornerstone.  Available until May 12th, Avalen will be on Cornerstone's sparkling wine menu and paired w...

British pasture-to-plate, nose-to-tail restaurant in restaurant Origin City has launched a brand new breakfast menu, set to be the new go-to for morning meals and meetings. At Origin City, Chef Graham Chatham crafts a range of Scottish-inspired dishes, honouring the whole animal to avoid waste. Meat...

To mark Earth Day, The Distillery at Hilton London Bankside will offer a special Earth Day Lunch created by Head Chef Ollie Couillaud, which promises to be kind to both the Earth and your wallet. Inspired by South London and the Basque Country via a stopover in The Caribbean, the...

The London Coffee Festival, hailed as the world's top coffee and hospitality event, celebrates London's buzzy coffee culture and creative subcultures at The Truman Brewery in Brick Lane. With over 23,500 visitors in 2023, it showcases the city's pioneering speciality coffee scene and stellar hospita...

This new springtime festival, Books in the Park, presents a lineup of author talks, scavenger hunts, guided walks, and writing workshops for adults and children, all centred around nature's influence on literature and community.  Breaking away from traditional venues, this new book festival tak...

The Garden Museum is gearing up for its annual spring plant fair, where expert growers and specialist nurseries from all over the country will showcase their finest blooms for London's gardening enthusiasts. Each year, the Garden Museum Spring Plant Fair gathers expert plant growers and specialist n...

Buckle up, cheese lovers, Two Drops will be opening at Battersea Power Station at the end of April, serving a mouthwatering menu of one of the nation's favourite bites – oozy cheese toasties. The new venture comes from those behind some of London's favourite spots, like El Pastor and Parrillian, so...

Flat Iron is thriving, thanks to its origins with The Devonshire's Charlie Carroll and years of success. The beloved steakhouse stands out among London's meat scene for its quality and affordability. With a promising year behind them, Flat Iron is gearing up to open at a new location in London on Ap...

Renowned author and chef Ixta Belfrage has crafted a one-off menu for Isla at The Standard London, the hotel's Isla restaurant. The menu showcases her favourite flavours and dishes from the past, present, and future. An accomplished chef and cookbook author, Ixta Belfrage honed her skills during a f...

The Marylebone's beloved 108 Brasserie is taking Sundays to new heights with the introduction of its new Sunday roast and iconic Bloody Mary trolley. Settle in amidst the picturesque surroundings of 108 Brasserie's ivy-clad terrace for a drink before heading indoors to enjoy a traditional roast dinn...

Enjoy a whopping 50% off food at London's newest sandwich spot, Tóu, on their grand opening day, 4 April. Ana Gonçalves and Zijun Meng, the masterminds behind TĀ TĀ Eatery, have unveiled TÓU, a pop-up upstairs at The Globe Tavern in Borough Market. It transports diners to a 1970s Japanese Americana-...

Enjoy a five-course meat extravaganza this April at Vivat Bacchus' South African Supper Club, Club Carnivore. Prepare your taste buds for a meat and wine pairing experience governed by three simple rules: red meat only, red wine only, and wine served exclusively in magnums or larger. The special men...

Don't be late for this important date at Sanderson London, the iconic London lifestyle hotel in the city centre. During its Mad Hatters Afternoon Tea this March 30th and 31st, Sanderson London is inviting guests to embark on an adventure through curiosity with an Alice in Wonderland-inspired ballet...