Articles about London

When the weekend rolls around it’s time to let your hair down, and who says you have to wait until the evening for the party to begin? If you’re ready for tasty food, free-flowing drinks, and a fun atmosphere, bottomless brunch is the ideal solution. There’s no shortage of options...

Eating out is fun and all but if you ever find yourself craving something more, top Taiwanese restaurant group Bao are releasing something you’re going to love. Already a favourite in London for their pillowy and authentic bao buns, Bao are releasing a new app to coincide with the new lunar ye...

If you spend time in Victoria, or even if you’re just passing through when you’re getting a train or coach, there’s a good chance you might want to enjoy a drink in the area. Fortunately, there are a variety of bars in Victoria that cater to a range of different preferences and are...

The father-and-son team behind Baggio Burger has put in the time on London's pop-up, takeaway and delivery circuit, making a name for itself with juicy Italian-inspired burgers and outrageous specials such as the Babbo Natale burger with a mini panettone as the bun. Having already tested the waters...

If you're a foodie looking for exciting dining options and cheap eats, Clapham is a great place to be. You'll find a huge range of eateries, bars, and pubs in the local area, and you won't need to dip into your overdraft just to treat yourself to a nice meal. There are various budget-friendly restau...

Like any self-respecting London neighbourhood, Clapham is full of welcoming neighbourhood boozers, ranging from classic pubs to more quirky establishments. Whether you're after a fresh pint, a filling meal, chilling in a nice beer garden, or a lively, sociable night, you're sure to find the right pl...

Hidden Holborn wine bar Rondo La Cave is already known for its inspiring global wine list and incubator kitchen hosting exciting chef residencies. The food offering here is now set to change as the bar welcomes Four Corners for a permanent residency. This Detroit-style pizza concept ran a three mont...

Burns Night falls on 25th January, and although you might think you have to go to Scotland to celebrate properly, cosmopolitan London has got you covered too. The event celebrates the birthday of Robert (or Rabbie) Burns, the national poet of Scotland who was born in 1759. He might not be the Mr Bur...

Chinese New Year follows the moon's cycle, which means it falls every year on a different day. In 2025, it starts on 28 January and runs for seven days, with the first day being the most important. It's the Year of the Snake, symbolising introspection, intuition, and adaptability. Chinese New Year i...

Greenwich is an area rich not only in nature but also in culture and heritage, famed for its sprawling park with some of the best views of London, as well as its storied maritime history. It's also home to a fair share of affordable restaurants and cheap eats, serving a variety of cuisines – from Ko...

If you're spending the day or night in Brixton and you start to get hungry, you'll find a huge range of cheap eats to choose from. The food scene has really grown around here, and you won't have to miss out if you're on a budget. You can find a whole host of affordable cuisines in this area, giving...

Franco Manca is celebrating another successful Christmas by gifting their loyal fan base with £5 pizzas throughout the whole of January. Now that’s one way to soften the January blues. The voucher grants you any pizza from their main menu or specials board for only £5. What a stea...

Islington is an area of London famed for its eclectic variety of incredible restaurants, bars and cafés, with Upper Street acting as the borough's bloodline. There's a restaurant for every kind of mood, from the salad-lined windows of Ottolenghi and mouthwatering kebabs of Brother Marcus to T...

If you feel like it costs you money every time you step outside in London, don't worry – you're certainly not alone. The city can be expensive, including when it comes to eating out. If you're wondering how you'll ever afford a delicious meal in Central London, you can rest assured that there are pl...

You can certainly have some big nights out in Brixton and brunch is the ideal cure-all for the day after. There are local cafés serving up all-day breakfast dishes, as well as lively venues offering bottomless experiences if you weren't out the night before. Regardless of what kind of brunch you're...

We've all (reluctantly) checked our bank accounts after a night out or a fancy meal, only to be met with a sudden jaw drop. But don't worry; you're not alone. London is expensive, but if you know where to go, you can certainly cut back a little on spending and enjoy more affordable options. If you'r...

Camden might be well-known for its nightlife, but if you're craving a good cup of coffee, you won't miss out in this area either. In this part of the city, brimming with independent traders, you'll find lots of independent cafés and coffee shops that are the perfect pitstop for breakfast, lunch, or...

Islington doesn't exactly have a reputation for being one of the cheaper London boroughs, but, like most places, if you know where to look, you can always nab a bargain, especially when it comes to cheap eats. Most of the places listed in this guide probably won't cut the mustard if you're looking f...

Good news for London sweet tooths: on 30th January, Pizza Pilgrims is opening a brand new espresso bar and 'Nutella Ring Pizza Café' on the colourful streets of Carnaby. They will serve their £1 espressos and various treats at their new takeaway kiosk from 9am until 6pm, so that you ca...

The cosmopolitan neighbourhood of Notting Hill is one of the most famous areas of London, mainly renowned for appearing in blockbuster films, excellent antiques market (which is the largest in the world), rows of rainbow-multicoloured houses, parks, nightlife, and wining and dining options. This chi...

A riverside brunch sounds like a fab way to start the weekend and there are plenty of places to visit in Greenwich if you’d like to do exactly that. From big parties with bottomless drinks to cosy local cafés who’ll cook eggs for you at any time of day, Greenwich has a great varie...

Brunch is a real crowd-pleaser; it can be a relaxing way to ease into your weekend or a boozy opportunity for an all-out party. If you're spending time in Camden at the weekend and want to join the brunch fun, there are lots of options to help you begin your day in the area. From vegan food to Ameri...

London has an ever-growing reputation for being expensive, and Notting Hill is certainly no exception to this cliché. You could easily spend £100 on a fancy lunch in this affluent West London borough, but you don't have to. You can fill up on a substantial meal for less than a tenner if you know whe...

Camden Town is a lively and diverse part of London where there's plenty to see, do and eat. There are many affordable options if you're hungry, whether you're heading to Camden for a night out or need a break after a day of exploring the markets. Camden Market is a top local destination for cheap ea...

Noble Rot started out as a cult wine magazine before opening its first bar and restaurant in Bloomsbury in 2015. A second in Soho followed in 2020 and now the group is set to grow even more. The team have announced that a third London location will open in Mayfair this year after securing a site in...

There's always something going on in Brixton. The area is maybe best known for its bustling markets and lively nightlife, but if you're after something a bit calmer, why not head to a café? Brixton has a variety of cafés and coffee shops that are the ideal place to enjoy a nice drink and watch the w...

Renowned for its eclectic community, adventurous dining options, culture and creativity, Hackney is brimming with incredible places to eat, drink, play and stay, including several cafés for every discerning Londoner. From hip Hackney hangouts and old-school English cafés to bottomless...

Home to countless restaurants, bars, cafés, theatres and one of the city’s top transport hubs, Victoria is brimming with places to see and things to do. You don’t have to look too far for a good quality cup of java or a quick bite to eat in Victoria, the district is teeming with c...

Whether you're fuelling up for a Portobello wander or enjoying a quiet moment with a flat white, Notting Hill's café scene is where it's at. From sunny Aussie brunch spots to Scandi bakeries, minimalist matcha hangouts and neighbourhood favourites, this pocket of West London is a top spot for a mid-...

There have been a string of cool new coffee shops popping up all over the city in recent years, especially in London Bridge where there are a fair few places you can get your much-needed caffeine fix. Whether you fancy an iced latte alfresco in the summer sunshine or you'd rather stay toasty in a co...

Casa Matilde is a new fine dining restaurant in Mayfair serving a mouthwatering menu of modern Italian dishes. They're offering 50% off food until the end of January to celebrate the opening. Whiskey-smoked salmon with chilli mango coulis, slow-cooked duck breast with poached pears and fresh crab t...

It may measure one measly square mile, but Soho still packs a punch when it comes to gastronomy. It's long been a top spot for wining and dining in London, from cosy speakeasies and revolutionary restaurants to buzzy backstreet bars. But it doesn’t stop there; this eclectic neighbourhood also...

People who don't work remotely often assume you're living the dream if you do – working in your PJs, unlimited snacks, and the option to get a cheeky nap in during your lunch break. Although remote working has many positives, sometimes you need to get out of the house before you scream. For those da...

With Christmas and New Year’s Eve out of the way, Veganuary is upon us once again. If you’re giving a plant-based diet a go this month, you might think that pizza is out of the question. Thanks to Purezza in Camden, not only can you enjoy some delicious vegan pizza but you can even score...

Known for its eclectic community, incredible places to wine and dine, bustling bars and stylish independent shopping opportunities, it's no surprise that an area as vibrant as Hackney is also full of great cafés. Whether you want to get your head down in a co-working coffee shop with like-minded cre...

It’s January, you’re in that post-Christmas slump, you’ve spent all of your money on presents, and it’s dark and cold. But LEON has got you covered. They’re giving away free coffee from January 6th and running every Friday until January 27th, specifically at self-servic...

In news that came as no surprise to any of us, consultancy group Resonance has ranked London as the world's best city for the eighth year in a row. This list, compiled each year by the group, explores the 100 best cities in the world to live in and London was placed in the top spot ahead of much-lov...

London has a reputation for being on the pricier side, and although that's not entirely wrong, there are definitely places where you can be savvy and save a few pennies here and there. When it comes to affordable dining in Shoreditch, there are a bunch of places where you can grab a bite to eat with...

Whilst some foodies are comfortable with a vegan lifestyle all year round, others find it more challenging. If you’re aiming to eat more plant-based foods or just try out something new, Veganuary is a great time to get involved. Thanks to London having so many options for vegan dining –...

If you’re keen to work on your fitness but don’t want to spend a lot of money on gym fees, heading to an outdoor gym in London can be a fantastic alternative. You’ll get access to quality gym equipment, can often use the facilities 24 hours a day, and most of the time you’ll...

As hectic as it can sometimes feel, London is actually one of the UK’s greenest cities, home to 3,000 parks of all shapes and sizes and 1,500 sites of conservation importance. Finding urban wildlife is not hard, you just have to know where to look. From the small herds of fallow deer who have...

Saddle up and try your hand at horse riding in London. This physical activity is not only an excellent way to get a solid dose of nature in the hustle and bustle of the busy city, but it also helps to keep you mentally relaxed and is an excellent overall workout. There are a handful of places you ca...

Sandra Bello and Erik “Smokey” Bautista of Homies on Donkeys have run their final service five-and-a-half years after opening. The indoor kitchen in Walthamstow’s Wood Street Market, which sat just eight people, is set to ramp up in 2023, with the restaurant duo searching for a ne...

London isn’t short of high-quality salons offering many treatments designed to enhance your beauty and leave you feeling your best. But when the market is as saturated as it is, it can be tricky to whittle it down and pick the top spot to get your lashes primped. From independent salons offeri...

Assuming that the weather is cooperating, a walk is a great way to get some fresh air and exercise, as well as see bits of the city that you might otherwise miss. There are a varied range of walks in London, from those that feel like you’ve escaped to the country to walks that place you in the...

Nothing quite beats the feeling of a cat purring in your lap as you take that first sip of your morning coffee. But what if you don't have a cat? These London cat cafés have got you covered. They've combined coffee and cats to create a peaceful experience for both the cats and us humans. Most of the...

Donutelier by Roladin has been crafting luxurious donuts for over three decades at their family-owned patisserie. The art of donut making (or doughnuts, the never-ending debate continues) is a laborious but rewarding process, and these guys know how to do it best. They use the technique of long-esta...

When someone mentions London, you probably think of a concrete jungle with glistening skyscrapers. But it’s so much more than that; the city has countless pockets of green spaces, parks and gardens that are perfect for rest, relaxation and reflection amidst the busy city. From rooftop gardens...

Peckham is a buzzing part of South London with a diverse population. The food scene here is pretty vibrant too, with an eclectic array of cuisines all within reach. If you’re craving traditional Italian recipes, comforting African cooking, or pillowy bao buns, the local area has an eatery that...

The new London Ticket Bank initiative aims to provide access to cultural events for those who can't afford to buy tickets. Partner organisations will pledge unsold tickets for their events to the Ticket Bank, which will then pass on access codes to partner charities. These will then pass on the code...