Articles about London

Love it, hate it, Tolerate It – Call It What You Want, it's undeniable Taylor Swift Hits Different. The accomplished musician has taken success and fame to unprecedented new levels, Bigger Than the Whole Sky. The UK leg of her record-breaking Eras Tour is projected to boost the country's economy by...

The UK's biggest Japanese food and culture festival, Hyper Japan, returns to London in July, and is a must-visit for anyone who has a love for Japan. This year's event takes place at Olympia London between 19th and 21st July, with a huge range of exciting vendors and events throughout the entire thr...

It's no secret that London is home to some of the top restaurants in the world, and the best part is it's constantly evolving with brand new places to grab a bite. If you find yourself in Central London and want to check out the latest dining spots, you're in the right place. In this guide to the be...

Located smack in the middle of London, Soho is a vibrant area that has lots to offer for locals and visitors to the city. If you want a great restaurant meal, this place has no shortage of options, with exciting new venues opening regularly. If you're keen to stay up-to-date with new restaurants ope...

East London has a buzzing food scene with diverse new venues serving a range of global cuisines opening up regularly. If you're looking for an exciting new restaurant in areas like Canary Wharf, Shoreditch, or Mile End, you'll find new places to discover regularly. Stay up-to-date with all the hotte...

Underbelly Boulevard is the brand-new home for the hottest cabaret, theatre and live music. Along with being a theatrical hot spot, it also houses an exciting new cocktail bar and Cafe Kitty, a stylish new restaurant from Kitty Fisher's Group serving an elevated British menu and exclusive pre- and p...

Lighting is a hugely important part of any interior plan and Porta Romana is an excellent supplier Treowe works with for full service projects as well as the store. With a beautiful selection of designs that have a huge array of finishes that can be mixed and matched throughout their collection, the...

Ever wondered who lived in your home in years gone by? Rebecca from historical research agency Pursuing the Past comes to Treowe to tell us how we can start to uncover the secrets in our house's past. Rebecca will go through the first steps to finding the hidden stories of your home.

If you have empty walls to fill or a keen interest in original art, join Treowe for a private view of their summer exhibition with Mayfair Gallery Panter and Hall. Be the first to see beautiful works from Treowe's pick of four impressive artists – Sophie Dickens, Sian Hopkinson, Tom Hoar, and Lotta...

If you think that stencil graffiti begins and ends with Banksy, that's where you're wrong. French artist Blek le Rat is often considered the father of stencil graffiti, and this art world legend has a new solo exhibition opening at Woodbury House in Mayfair. Open to the public between 20th June and...

It's been three decades since first opening the doors to Gaucho's Flagship restaurant in Piccadilly, and in celebration of this milestone, they've announced #GauchoRestaurantWeek, which will feature a special nostalgic menu from throughout the years, available in both London, Manchester and beyond.

Covering affluent areas such as Chelsea and Notting Hill, West London is where Londoners go when they're in search of an elegant meal in posh surroundings, with new classy bistros and high-end eateries popping up regularly. That's not to say all new West London restaurants will break the bank, as yo...

Seven Dials Market, KERB's Central London home, is commemorating Pride month from 31 May to 30 June 2024 by partnering with Pride in London, organisers of the city's iconic Pride parade.  The celebrations kicked off on 31 May, when Dee Llewellyn, Director of Partnerships at Pride in London, cut...

The National Restaurant Awards 2024 took place in Greenwich on 10th June, with restaurants up and down the country being recognised for their achievements. The awards unveiled a list of the 100 best restaurants in the UK, as well as individual awards, and it's a London restaurant that came out on to...

North London might not be as well-known as some of the city's other areas when it comes to culinary thrills and trendy new hotspots, but you'll find a steadily growing restaurant scene here as well. From bustling street food joints in busy Camden to elegant bistros in leafy surroundings further nort...

For 20 years, the community-powered E17 Art Trail has been highlighting the work of artists based in the E17 area. Visitors to this free arts festival can tour studios, exhibition spaces and outdoor venues in and around Walthamstow in East London, celebrating the creativity of local artists and tran...

Named Collective designs and sells bold, in-your-face urban clothing geared towards younger generations. Characterised by eye-catching patterns, rhinestones, and other flashy accessories, their immediately recognisable pieces are ordinarily available only via exclusive online drops that sell out qui...

Multiple Grammy award-winning musician Pink, one of the biggest pop stars in the world, is swinging the European leg of her Summer Carnival tour over to London. Known for her prowess as a life performer, Pink is sure to pack the concert setlist with hit after hit from her long-running career, belted...

The first-ever, walk-through photography exhibition that tells the untold story of how Princess Diana changed the world – through the lens of her official photographer. Pairing a stunning visual journey of her most recognisable and iconic photographs with exclusive, never-heard-before stories from h...

This free summer concert highlights the continued partnership between BMW Group and the London Symphony Orchestra, which for the last twelve years has brought superlative live orchestral music to audiences in one of the world's most iconic public spaces, Trafalgar Square, and to tens of thousands mo...

For the past couple of summers, ice cream lovers in London have been astounded by the unique and intriguing flavours on offer at The Ice Cream Project, a pop-up ice cream shop from designer Anya Hindmarch. The good news is that the shop is reopening its doors for another summer, serving quirky ice c...

Exciting things are in store for keen London surfers: soon, you won't have to catch a flight or drive six hours to ride a wave in Cornwall. You'll be able to hop on the Eurostar from London St Pancras International and be surfing in no time. RiF010 is set to open on July 6, 2024, commemorated by the...

On 22nd May, to coincide with Sherlock Holmes Day, five-star hotel The Landmark London is launching a brand-new Investigator Package in their spacious and elegant family room, available throughout the year.  This immersive new package includes an overnight stay and a full English breakfast, as...

On Friday, June 14th, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa will celebrate 30 years of Nobu Restaurants by cooking and hosting a one-of-a-kind Omakase dinner at Nobu Hotel London Shoreditch. Guests will enjoy an exceptional five-star dining experience alongside the globally renowned Chef Nobu Matsuhisa to celebr...

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...

Recently we told you about how London restaurants had fared when the 51-100 List from The World's 50 Best Restaurants awards was released. The final awards ceremony took place in Las Vegas on 5th June, unveiling the top 50 restaurants in the world, as well as presenting individual awards to impressi...

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...

The looming UK general election on 4th July means many things – fierce campaigning, party leaders ripping each other apart on TV, and the dissolution of Parliament. The ending of all business in the Houses of Parliament means great news for foodies in London too. The Peers' Dining Room, usually rese...

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...

What better way could there be to celebrate the arrival of spring than by wandering around some gorgeous gardens? You've got an exclusive opportunity to do that this weekend with the 25th edition of London Open Gardens taking place on 8th and 9th June. More than 100 gardens across 12 London boroughs...

You can dance all day in a spacious pub garden on 8th June, when actor, broadcaster, and DJ Craig Charles headlines a garden party at South London pub and music venue Fox & Firkin. The gig marks the start of garden party season for the pub, as well as celebrating the final day of local arts fest...

The unveiling of the Serpentine Pavilion at Serpentine Galleries is a highlight in London's cultural calendar each year. The 2024 pavilion is titled “Archipelagic Void” and is designed by Korean architect Minsuk Cho. The star-like structure features five unique islands around a central space, connec...

Tate Modern's Yayoi Kusama show was one of London's blockbuster exhibitions in 2023, grabbing attention in particular for the artist's Instagrammable Infinity Mirror Room. If you weren't lucky enough to get a ticket last year, there's another chance to experience the work in London this year – and t...

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...

London is packed with poetry and spoken word events, open mics, and slams, and if that's the kind of thing you're into, there's a festival running throughout June at Camden's Roundhouse that you'll want to hear about. The Last Word Festival takes place at the venue between 6th and 30th June, packing...

Londoners have an exciting opportunity to see a groundbreaking exhibition this summer. East London gallery D'Stassi Art is presenting the first-ever UK solo exhibition from French artist, activist, and reformed convict Didier Chamizo. The show opens on 7th June and will run until 28th June.  Ch...

Cosy up for a magical evening of timeless cinema classics at Music from the Movies: Candlelight Concerts Club. Float down Moon River (Breakfast at Tiffany's) with your huckleberry friend, get that tingly feeling from Chariots of Fire, and feel the heat of the tango from Scent of a Woman as you bask...

A mind-boggling new museum is set to open in London this summer, offering entertainment for all ages. Paradox Museum is opening to the public on 17th July, located opposite Harrods in Knightsbridge and offering a huge array of fascinating and puzzling illusions designed to challenge your perceptions...

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...

Shopping at a farmers' market lets you get hold of quality fresh produce, often directly from the people who grow or make it. London is home to a whole host of farmers markets where you can buy fresh fruit and veggies, meat, fish, baked goods, and much more. Two of them certainly stand out though –...

Playful North London gift store Foundland is throwing a party! All ages are welcome and there will be plenty going on on-site. It's a fun event going on for three days between 14th and 16th June. Amongst the fun activities on the day, you can expect origami workshops, three-minute portraits, and a w...

Learn how to create handmade Japanese 'wagashi', meaning sweets, in an adorable cat-shape and a beautiful sakura, both with a soft filling. These 'nerikiri' are a particularly elegant and decorative type of wagashi, often paired with green tea and served at Japanese tea ceremonies. They're as much a...

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...