Articles about London

London is bursting at the seams with incredible experiences and things to see and do, from galleries and museums to street food markets and pop-up events. Whether you're looking for the next big foodie event or want to hit up an art exhibition, there's bound to be something happening in the city to...

Boxpark, the popular food and entertainment venue in London, is adding four exciting new traders to its already epic lineup in venues around the city. The newbies include Yorkshire Burrito, opening at Boxpark in Wembley on 2nd June, designed to push the classic Sunday roast out of its comfort zone.

Whether you're following a clean organic diet or you're just looking for somewhere you can enjoy a farm-to-table meal, there are plenty of organic restaurants in the capital that will cater to your dietary preferences. From farm-to-fork establishments to vegan and vegetarian eateries committed to et...

If you're a doughnut fanatic or simply on a quest to satisfy your sweet tooth, this guide will point you in the right direction for the best doughnuts the city has to offer. From traditional glazed classics to innovative flavour combinations, London is chock full of legendary bakeries and must-visit...

Avocado lovers rejoice: The Avocado Show is opening a second restaurant in Covent Garden, catering to avo enthusiasts in the capital.  Since its launch in Amsterdam in 2017, The Avocado Show has been serving dishes with the popular green fruit all across Europe. With their upcoming summer openi...

If you're in search of thrilling experiences and adrenaline-fuelled adventures, London offers a variety of go-karting options to fulfil your need for speed. In this guide, we'll shine a spotlight on the top destinations where you can immerse yourself in the exciting world of go-kart racing, includin...

London's eagerly anticipated LOAH, the renowned alcohol-free beer brand, is gearing up to launch a new venture—the city's very first entirely non-alcoholic taproom, opening its doors on June 7th near the vibrant Hackney Downs area. While LOAH's remarkable brews are currently stocked in outlets such...

This internationally renowned and current #30 on The World's 50 Best Bars list, Swift Soho, has launched a brand new Postcards From Swift menu.  You'll find a whopping 20 drinks on the menu, all of which celebrate the power of good-quality cocktails and are inspired by the team's personal memor...

More and more of us are now choosing to drink less alcohol or give it up altogether. That means that zero-alcohol alternatives are becoming more commonplace, including alcohol-free spirits and well-crafted mocktails that give you all the fun of a cocktail without the headache the next day. If you're...

Escape the monotony of supermarkets and enjoy a more authentic and peaceful experience by picking your own produce at farms in and around London. Throughout the year, you can immerse yourself in fruit and vegetable picking, with each season offering something different, be it filling your punnet wit...

Taste of London will return to Regent's Park for another five days of feasting from 14-18th June. Come together with 55,000 other hungry Londoners to devour delicious food and drink from some of the city's top vendors. Every year, Taste of London rounds up London's top restaurants to offer foodies t...

Yard Sale Pizza in Leytonstone is turning five, and to celebrate, they're offering 50% off pizza for collection and dine-in from Monday 15th - Wednesday 17th May. This award-winning pizza spot has ten restaurants around the city, including this five-year-old Leytonstone hot spot, which happens to be...

When the sun finally gets over its seasonal shyness and comes out in full force, it's time to hit the seaside, throw some fish and chips at that beach bod you've been working on so hard, soak up the sun like a blissful pale blob, and let the kids busy themselves with sand. Whether you're a local loo...

Whether you want to hunt for secondhand treasures or you're looking to have your own seasonal clear out, London's is chock-a-block with car boot sales packed with pre-loved goodies and people searching for a bargain. From collectables and clothes to furniture and more, people flock all over to flog...

To celebrate the launch of their new spring menu, Aubaine is offering 50% off food at dinner time until 31st May at their Notting Hill, Mayfair, Marylebone and Brompton Road restaurants. Aubaine is a sophisticated restaurant that perfectly blends French cuisine and creativity with London's high-clas...

As if Hackney needed any more reasons to be a hip summer hangout. Now, there's an all-in-one courtyard about to open right behind a brewery, where you can eat, drink and chill surrounded by all the summer vibes. Five Points Brewing has partnered with London Fields Courtyard to bring you Five Points...

From traditional trattorias to shiny new restaurants, the Italian dining scene in London is certainly something to get excited about, and that also goes for Mayfair. Whether you want to chow down on pizza and pasta in a family-run neighbourhood local or you'd rather get your fill at a Michelin-starr...

Husband and wife duo Amy Corbin and Patrick Williams will open their third South African-inspired tapas-style restaurant, Little Kudu, on Wednesday, 21 June.  Much like the duo's other two restaurants, Kudu and Kudu Grill, Chef Patron Patrick will showcase his South African roots at Little Kudu...

If you're reading this it probably means that one of your gal pals is getting married, and whilst there are likely to be lots of parts of the planning you're getting involved with, you've got a big responsibility on your shoulders – you've got to organise the perfect hen do. Whether you're a London...

The award-winning Barge East has reopened its gardens, and to celebrate, they're offering 50% off mains from their Street Kitchen from Tuesday - Thursday throughout the whole of May. They've just nabbed an AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence after winning the Taste of London 2022 and coming out as #1...

You know summer has hit when Frank's Café opens its doors to commemorate the start of the warmer days. Londoners have been eagerly anticipating the bar's reopening since it closed for the season, but they needn't wait much longer. Frank's has announced they'll swing open their doors again on Friday,...

Finding the perfect special occasion restaurant in London is no mean feat, but they do exist. Whether you're looking for a chilled-out to spot to secretly celebrate another lap around the sun, or you want a restaurant where you can host 30 of your nearest and dearest, there's something for every kin...

Spotty dog lovers will be excited about POP+BARK's latest announcement: they're bringing their pop-up Dalmatian Café to Liverpool Street, opening July 23 at Devonshire Terrace. It's London's first-ever Dalmatian Café, where Dalmatian owners are encouraged to bring their furry friends along to meet a...

With 47% of the city dedicated to parks and green spaces and 3,000 parks designated as public open space, it's safe to say London is officially a green city. It is, in fact, one of the greenest capitals in the world. So if you're looking for the perfect spot to pitch up and have a picnic, look no fu...

If you want to sip on beer with unparalleled views of London's epic skyline, head to Alexandra Palace, where they've re-opened their beer garden, ready for al fresco drinks in the summer sunshine. This huge beer garden opened in 2020 and covers a whopping 1,500 square meters, making it one of London...

As a tribute to King Charles' Coronation, Park Row is offering 50% off food from their Royalty set menu until 31st May. Park Row is London's first ever DC Comics-inspired restaurant immersive experience, inspired by the world of Gotham and designed for fans of both the superhero and the Bruce Wayne...

Turkish food is a big part of London's food culture, and almost every neighbourhood will have its own restaurant or takeaway joint, especially if you're somewhere like Green Lanes, where they come by the dozen times ten. Grilled charcoal-cooked kebabs, crispy lahmacun, creamy cacik and freshly-baked...

Rooftop bars are starting to open, which can only mean one thing: summer is right around the corner. Kicking things off is Sumi in Notting Hill, who have declared their terrace officially open for summer. You'll find Sumi located in the heart of Notting Hill's Westbourne Grove. It's a high-end sushi...

Seven Dials is Covent Garden's only village, lined with independent boutiques, vintage stores, quirky bars and iconic London architecture. The neighbourhood is a main character in London's city scene, so it's no surprise that heaps of activities are taking place to celebrate the King's Coronation. A...

Sometimes all you crave is a big fat burrito stuffed with all the fillings, and there are many places you can get your fix in London. The city is obsessed with Mexican food, and you'll likely find a burrito spot in every district, so knowing where's worth your time is necessary. We've done the leg w...

Now that bookings are open for the new Blacklock Canary Wharf, the team are celebrating by hosting a burger giveaway outside the new restaurant on May 3rd.  The first 150 people to turn up at noon will receive a free mouthwatering Blacklock Burger - a double beef and bone marrow burger smo...

Ah, Stoke Newington, or as the locals like to lovingly call it, Stokey. Brimming with boutique shops, cute cafés, leafy parks and a plethora of classic English watering holes. Whether you want to cosy up by a fireplace in an old Victorian pub or you'd rather make the most of the area's leafy beer ga...

If, like us, you're counting April 29 as summer, you'll be pleased to hear that the city's first music festival of the season is set to take place this weekend in Hackney Wick. Queen's Yard Summer Party is an all-time favourite amongst music fans in London, taking place across venues around Hackney...

It's no secret that Shoreditch is one of the city's top areas for foodies, especially when it comes to Italian cuisine. The city is brimming with incredible restaurants and cafés where you can get your carb and Negroni fix. From the can't-go-wrong-with-it pasta hotspot Padella to the gigantic Italia...

The days have got longer, the nights are getting a (little) warmer, and Pergola Paddington has reopened its doors, which can only mean one thing: summer is right around the corner.  This seasonal hotspot has shape-shifted once again, as it likes to do, and this year, it's all about the summer v...

It's no secret that London is full of ice cream spots, but sometimes all we crave is a big bowl of frozen yoghurt, and if you're the kind of person who prefers to get their creamy fix from fro-yo, you're in luck. Most frozen yoghurt is healthier than ice cream, contains a lot less sugar and is lower...

Neapolitan pizza, steaming portions of pasta, and tasty antipasti...Italian food is virtually always a winner. There are heaps of Italian restaurants in Soho. If you're in the area and you find yourself craving carbonara, you'll be spoilt for choice. We've found some great restaurants to inspire you...

New York-style smokehouse BRIX LDN in London Bridge is offering 40% off food until 6 pm on Tuesdays to Fridays for the whole of April. This trendy restaurant is set in a quirky 8,500 sqft warehouse in the heart of London Bridge and is the 3rd project of Michael Lythgoe and his Partner, Cidalia...

Brixton's ultimate rooftop bar, Lost In Brixton, is re-opening on March 31 after a snazzy Cuban-inspired makeover. South London's hottest summer drinking spot is re-opening for a (hopefully) sunny season of al fresco boozing. It first opened in 2019 but has since been given an impressive refurbishme...

Esti, a Greek-Australian fusion restaurant, has taken over the kitchen at TT Liquor for an exciting six-month residency. It's inspired by founder Kostas Vais' Greek heritage and childhood in Australia, who has crafted a menu of fire-cooked food using high-quality British seasonal produce with a rang...

Crêpes have been around since 13th century Brittany, back when people weren't inclined to waste even the smallest amount of ingredients. Now, they're enjoyed all over the world and come in an assortment of different sweet and savoury flavours. There are plenty of places you can get your fill of Fran...

One of the nation's favourite burger joints, Byron Burger, has announced the return of their legendary Run Rarebit Run Burger on 28th March. Byron Burgers is delving deep into its archives and has decided to bring back some of its most legendary burgers from the past, and this month they've chosen t...

The small inner-city suburb of Stoke Newington feels more like a quaint leafy village than an extension of London. Over the years, creatives have flocked here to call N16 their home, making it an epicentre in London for arts. It's often nicknamed Stokey by locals and Londoners and is known for its n...

Buckle up for the annual boat race between Cambridge and Oxford, synonymous with British tradition, on Sunday, March 26. This year will celebrate the 168th Men's Boat Race and the 77th Women's Boat Race and will follow the route of The Championship Course, which is 4 miles long, between Putney and M...

Whether you're a first-timer in London or you've lived here your whole life but have realised you're yet to tick off any of the iconic city must-dos, you've come to the right place. There are a handful of activities, landmarks and experiences that are synonymous with the city, from iconic buildings...

The only thing better than a steaming hot bowl of hearty ramen is a free steaming hot bowl of hearty ramen, and Wagamama has got you covered. The nation's favourite Japanese spot has announced that on Tuesday, March 28, they're giving away free ramen to students and apprentices across the country in...

To celebrate Americana's recent re-opening, they're offering diners 50% off their delicious menu until 2nd April. This soul-satisfying restaurant in the heart of Piccadilly Circus serves a variety of comforting Southern dishes alongside warm and welcoming Southern hospitality.  Chow down on aut...

In recent years, crazy golf and mini golf have taken off around the city. From crazy technology-based holes to dinosaur-themed courses, they've become increasingly popular, and people are getting rather creative with them. Enjoy putting holes surrounded by dragon footprints, swinging a club next to...

From the famous Bermondsey Beer Mile breweries to the bustling Deptford taprooms, every corner of London is overflowing with places producing and pouring a wide range of refreshing beers. Whether you want to embark on a brewery tour and get a behind-the-scenes look at the art of beer making or you'd...

Daffodils are blooming, the days are getting longer, and bumblebees are starting to emerge from hibernation. This can only mean one thing: spring is right around the corner, and nowhere does it better than London; at least, that's what Travelbag claims. In a recent research project, Travelbag counte...