Articles about London

Watching sports in a bar with friends or even just like-minded strangers is a completely different experience to watching from your living room couch, with the convivial atmosphere making every win that much sweeter and every loss that much easier to accept. As one of London's busiest areas, Covent...

“Cabaret Bohemia” is set to make a return to Love Shack following its successful debut last month. This Mother's Day, the show promises an evening filled with dynamic performances, featuring a mix of burlesque, comedy, and circus acts, all accompanied by live music.Created by the award-winning team...

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,...

Covent Garden is one of London's busiest areas and sometimes it's nice to take a step back from it – or above it, for that matter. Perched above the bustling streets, Covent Garden's rooftop bars offer an in-demand combination of scenic views, stylish settings, and expertly crafted drinks. Whether y...

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 machine...

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 history. Highlights in...

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...

Notting Hill is a relatively small part of London with a big sense of style, so it comes as no surprise that there isn't an abundance of chippies here – no matter how tasty, greasy fish and chips clash somewhat with the fashionable area's sensibilities. That said, there are still places in Notting H...

Building on the massive success of the book and film series, the new production will be bringing the heroic story of Katniss Everdeen to the stage for the first time ever.Award-winning playwright Conor McPherson (“Girl from the North Country”, “The Weir”) and director Matthew Dunster (“2:22 – A Ghos...

Bottomless brunch is a uniquely fun experience, perfect for catching up with friends as you all gradually get tipsier. Mayfair perhaps doesn't offer as many bottomless brunch experiences as some other parts of London, but the high-end nature of the area means that the bottomless brunches here are ge...

Alley Cats Pizza has collaborated with renowned mixologist Giorgio Bargiani of The Connaught to create a unique gin-infused pizza, the Gin Martini Sauce Pizza. Macri and Bargiani enjoying their inventionThis special edition reinvents the classic vodka sauce pizza by incorporating Fords Gin and extra...

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...

Sample a number of wines with Treowe and Our Sommelier to see out the hazy summer evenings.

Are you designing a bathroom and wondering how to bring it all together? Hear about bathroom fixtures and finishes and what to consider for your own bathroom design.Take the opportunity to look through Treowe's samples, tiles and finishes, and think about bathroom layout and the many choices there a...

Join embroiderer extraordinaire, Sarah, as she teaches you three stitches to create beautifully bespoke napkins ready for your summer tables.Learn and master your stitches on scrap material first, then embroider with a choice of colours and designs though you can also provide your own design. Leave...

Treowe has a multitude of their favourite fabrics in their showroom. During this evening talk, they will talk you through how to choose fabrics for different purposes and how to mix patterns, prints and colours to create a beautiful scheme to include curtains, upholstery and more.

Not found the perfect place for keys or rings? Here's your sign to make your own pinch pot trinket bowl for all those little treasures that need a home.Learn with pottery experts from The Pottery Studio London and create perfectly built pots to take home.

Lighting is a hugely important factor in designing your home.Learn how light can transform a space and why you need to be thinking about it from the start of a project through to the end.

Kitchens are much more complex than focusing on a divine triangle.Join Treowe for a talk that delves into kitchen design in a practical sense, covering everything you need to be thinking about when designing this hard-working room.

Hand paint real blown eggs to keep as Easter heirlooms (provided they are kept carefully!).Be helped through a number of design options to create some beautiful eggs and take home the twisty twigs to hang them on.

Make crepe paper blooms with all materials provided. Learn to create delicate Spring flowers that won't wilt!Dependent on your working speed, the organizers estimate you will leave with around 4-6 blooms ready for a beautiful water-less vase!

If you're about to embark on an extension or simply want to learn more about the design and build process, this talk might be the one for you. It can be hard working out costs when thinking about an extension, but the organizers will be talking through everything you want to consider to create a rea...

Eternally popular, sushi is always in favour with fashionable crowds across London. It makes sense that there are great sushi restaurants in Notting Hill, one of the trendiest parts of the capital, too. Whether you're looking for a quick and affordable sushi fix to go, want to enjoy a sit-down meal...

The inaugural London Soundtrack Festival 2025, celebrating the music of film, TV, and video games, will take place from 19-26 March across iconic London venues including BFI IMAX, the Barbican, and the Royal Festival Hall.Headlined by legendary composer Howard Shore, the festival features a gala con...

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...

Outdoor space is at a premium in Marylebone, what with all the buildings and traffic in this Central London area. If you know where to look, however, you can still find al fresco restaurants where you can enjoy a meal while soaking up the sun and taking advantage of nice weather. Our guide to the be...

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 incredib...

The Soho restaurant is bringing a sweet celebration to London with a special menu for World Tiramisu Day.Hazelnut tiramisuFrom Friday 14 March, Daroco Soho will introduce three enticing versions of the beloved Italian dessert – pistachio, hazelnut, and matcha, all crafted by Executive Chef Daniele d...

East London will host a vibrant celebration of Women's History Month from 1 to 31 March 2025, organised by Alternative Arts in collaboration with Tower Hamlets Council and various local venues. This annual festival highlights the contributions of contemporary women artists, activists, writers, and p...

The world-famous Rio de Janeiro Carnival kicks off this weekend, but if that seems a bit difficult to attend, there's an easier alternative right here in London.This Sunday, the Clapham Grand is hosting its own day-long carnival party. Running from 2 to 9pm, Brazilian Carnaval 2025 at the historic v...

Taking over the disused land that used to be the Thamesmead Golf Course, Winter Sculpture Park 2025 features works by more than 30 artists.Following a hiatus last year, Winter Sculpture Park is back at a new location. Instead of disused farmland in Bexley, this year's edition is transforming a rewil...

Kanpai is the UK's first sake brewery, producing modern British sake with traditional Japanese techniques using only rice, water, yeast, and koi.Founded in 2016 by Tom and Lucy after an inspiring trip to Japan, they refined their craft through extensive experimentation and training, initially launch...

Collect returns for its 21st edition, presented by the UK's Crafts Council, and will be held at Somerset House in London from 28 February to 2 March 2025, with previews on 26 and 27 February. Recognised as a leading fair for collectible contemporary craft and design, the Collect Art Fair brings toge...

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...

Empire of the Sun will perform in London for the first time in six years, headlining Labyrinth on the Thames on 2 August 2025 at the historic Old Royal Naval College. The Australian electronic duo, Luke Steele and Nick Littlemore, are known for their visually stunning live shows and anthemic sound.T...

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...

The Southbank Centre will host Multitudes, a ground-breaking new arts festival from 23 April to 3 May 2025, featuring a bold fusion of orchestral music, contemporary performance, dance, and visual arts. The festival brings together world-class orchestras, including Aurora Orchestra, Chineke! Orchest...

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and there's no danger of having to skip it if you're in Marylebone. This Central London area is home to a number of established breakfast restaurants and cafés, serving a variety of tasty breakfast favourites from around the world. Whether you're looki...

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...

Marylebone is home to all sorts of enticing eateries, offering a varied selection of halal-friendly restaurants that cater to a variety of tastes. From authentic Middle Eastern mezze and Turkish grill specials to South Asian bites and hefty halal burgers, halal diners won't leave this Central London...

The Good Fit event at Battersea Power Station, running from 10 March to 6 April 2025, is a month-long celebration of fitness and wellness, offering a variety of free and ticketed sessions designed to promote both physical and mental well-being. The event features unique workout experiences in iconic...

It might not be close to the sea, but if you're a fan of fish and seafood, Covent Garden has lots to offer, with an array of top-tier restaurants celebrating the freshest catch of the day. Whether you're craving delicate oysters, indulgent seafood platters, or expertly prepared fish mains, this well...

It's important to start the day right, especially if you're coming off a big night in Soho or planning a full day of wandering around this busy Central London area. There are lots of options for a filling breakfast in Soho, from affordable greasy spoons and restaurants specialising in breakfast fare...

Adriatique, the globally renowned electronic duo, will make history as the first DJs to perform an open-to-close set at London's Royal Albert Hall on 17 April 2025. Following a sold-out OVO Arena Wembley show in 2024, they're set to deliver a milestone show will transform the prestigious venue into...