Articles about London

From vintage silverware and ancient grandfather clocks to old-school cameras and vintage costumes, London is brimming with some of the best antique shops in the country filled with all kinds of second-hand treasures. So, if you consider yourself an antiquarian, read this guide to the best antique sh...

Kanada-Ya is an award-winning group of restaurants that are known for their ramen acumen, using pork bones that have been simmered for no fewer than 18 hours to create their rich, steamy broth. Exclusive to London, Kanada-Ya’s speciality is an authentic tonkotsu dish that consists of pork and corn-...

Whether you’re just looking to throw a couple of darts between rounds of drinks or trying to put together a proper competition with your mates, you’re sure to hit the bullseye in the capital. There’s a plethora of darts bars, dedicated dart-playing venues, pubs with interactive dartboards and other...

A few drinks with friends is always a great laugh but sometimes you want to inject even more fun into your evening. Visiting a bar with activities in London lets you enjoy yourself, get competitive, and maybe even try something new. From axe throwing to video games and escape rooms, there’s loads go...

Switzerland is the obvious answer, but barring a trip to the continent, you'll have to do with the impeccable atmosphere of a fan zone or a pub in peak footie season. Walk into any London establishment between 2 and 27 July and you're almost guaranteed to see the Lionesses and other national squads...

This guide to jewellery shops in London covers everything from bespoke, timeless pieces to vibrant statement jewellery. Whether you want a diamond necklace that you can hand down through the family for years to come, or you're after a fun pigeon-inspired ring, you'll be able to find it at one of the...

London’s most exciting and booze-fuelled week is fast approaching: London Cocktail Week. Taking place in venues across the city from 13th-23rd October, it’s the perfect opportunity to get acquainted with London’s mixology scene and sample some of the best tipples in the capital. This award-winning,...

The World’s 50 Best Bars 2022 were announced on 4th October, and whilst London didn’t nab the top spot, we can happily say that the capital is home to an impressive five of the best bars in the world, with one of them just pipped to the post and coming in at number two. In fact, two of London’s bars...

After almost 40 years, the historic Battersea Power Station is set to reopen on October 14. The decommissioned landmark has undergone extensive redevelopment and will be relaunched as a retail, leisure and residential destination that is expected to draw visitors from around the world. Europe’s lar...

Choosing the right gift can be tricky sometimes, and we all know that some of our loved ones are easier to buy for than others. From extravagant gifts to little tokens of your affection, there are great options all over the city, from gift shops in North London stocked with unique items to impress o...

From the shorelines of Spain to the far-flung corners of Turkey, the Mediterranean offers an unbeatable variety of fresh cuisines and flavours, and there's no better place to try them than London (unless, of course, you're actually in the Mediterranean). Here are our favourite places in the city tha...

There’s no shortage of quality venues on London’s vibrant live music scene, including those dedicated to jazz and related genres. Whether it’s a refined restaurant setting with fine dining to go along with live jazz, an impromptu jam session in a jazz bar that’s full of character, or a local proving...

Following an alleged dance-floor shooting in August, popular Bethnal Green venue Oval Space has lost its license. On the positive side, globally renowned nightclub Printworks announced it is in detailed talks to reopen at a later date instead of closing down permanently. Last week, Tower Hamlets Co...

October is the scariest month of the year, and not just because the heating bills are about to start going nuclear. Throughout October, the capital gets in the mood for the grand Halloween finale. A variety of frightfully delightful Halloween events and activities for children, adults, and families...

Fancy a gourmet treat or authentic ingredients to give your cooking some zing? You need to check out some delis in London to find the tastiest products around. Whether you want high quality staples like bread and cheese, delicious ready-made meals, or specialist ingredients from Poland, Lebanon, Gre...

Ikoyi, the West African-influenced London restaurant that holds two Michelin stars, is on the move. In October the restaurant will be closing its current St James site before moving to new premises at 180 Strand. The change marks the next phase in the evolution of the restaurant, and will be accompa...

Sometimes all you want to devour is a big, sticky bowl of mac 'n' cheese or a hefty slice of Pizza Pilgrims' mushroom and truffle Italian pie. Sometimes comfort food evokes a sense of nostalgia, and sometimes it’s purely functional, like when it’s eaten to cure a hangover from hell. From classic pie...

Increased awareness about exploitative manufacturing processes, harmful environmental impact and negligent business practices is spearheading a consumer shift away from fast fashion and towards ethical, sustainable products. A wide range of garments, accessories and footwear for both men and women c...

Sophisticated West African restaurant Akoko has named Ayo Adeyemi is its latest executive chef, the third to have been at the helm of the restaurant since it opened in 2020. Adeyemi has previously worked at Heston Blumenthal’s renowned restaurant The Fat Duck. He intends to use his own West African...

Earlier this week, the annual AA Hospitality Awards returned with their first in-person ceremony in three years. Based on quality standards, the awards recognise the best hospitality establishments in the country in 26 categories, with this year’s winners including a number of London establishments....

Buying children’s clothes isn’t always easy – they’ve got to make your kids feel comfortable, stand up to some wear and tear, fit growing bodies, and look decent too. It might sound like an impossible task but fortunately there are lots of kids’ clothing shops in London where you can find great opti...

If one thing’s for sure, it’s that London isn’t short on places to enjoy a drink or ten. Whether you’re looking for a spot for your next date night or a place to dance well into the early hours, you’ll likely find something apt in Soho. For centuries, Soho has been the place to go in London when you...

Westminster standout Fallow focuses on creative and sustainable dining, serving contemporary British cuisine seven days a week. They’ve now applied their inventiveness to brunch, launching a new brunch menu on 1 October, and it looks incredible. The highlights of Fallow’s new Saturday brunch menu a...

As if we weren’t already spoilt for choice with Market Place’s two venues in Peckham and Hounslow. They’ve just opened a brand new branch in Vauxhall, Market Place Vauxhall, with a stellar line-up of tasty residents serving their street food year-round. This new foodie destination will house 12 res...

Whether you’re searching for the best beer garden in the area or looking for a place to enjoy a post-carnival pint, this guide to the best bars in Notting Hill has got you covered. From tiki-inspired bars and Victorian pubs to quirky cocktail bars, Notting Hill has an eclectic selection of drinking...

Amongst London's many claims to fame, the capital is considered to be the birthplace of the modern gastropub. Combining elevated cuisine with cosy pub ambience for a more accessible fine dining experience, the gastropub quickly took root and launched a whole new scene. These days, more or less any p...

Whether your kids have been saving up their pocket money or you need a great last-minute birthday gift for a child, London’s toy shops have fantastic toys and games for little ones of all ages. From educational toys to soft and fluffy ones and everything in between, there’s lots for kids (and some o...

Soho’s DC Comics-themed restaurant, Park Row, has named Alyn Williams as its new executive chef, and this means that diners at the immersive eatery are in for a real treat. He trained under kitchen heavyweights like Gordon Ramsay and Marcus Wareing, and was previously the head chef at his own Michel...

Globally acclaimed pastry chef Cédric Grolet has been wowing Londoners with a sweet tooth since opening his first international venture at The Berkeley hotel in Belgravia earlier this year. One of the world’s best patissiers is renowned for his marvellous trompe-l'œil creations, desserts that look l...

Globally acclaimed pastry chef Cédric Grolet has been wowing Londoners with a sweet tooth since opening his first international venture at The Berkeley hotel in Belgravia earlier this year. One of the world’s best pâtissiers is renowned for his marvellous trompe-l'œil creations, desserts that look l...

If you’ve ever visited one of Temper’s restaurants, you’ll know just how excellent it is. These smokehouse spots take it up a notch when it comes to barbecued dishes, like smoked bone marrow with chimichurri salsa and rare-breed steaks, not to mention their extensive list of creative cocktails. Wel...

With a history going back two millennia and all sorts of terrible and tragic events happening along the way, it’s no wonder the capital is supposedly a favourite haunt of spectres, poltergeists, vampires and other supernatural beings. Whether you believe in ghosts or not, reports of phantoms and hau...

Home is where the heart is, so it's fun to make your home comfy, cosy, and stylish. From major home makeovers to little touches to spruce the place up, interior design shops in London are fantastic for getting inspiration and finding the perfect pieces for your property, whatever your preferred styl...

The premise at chef Nico Simeone’s Six by Nico restaurants is quite simple – six courses of fine dining, revolving around a theme that changes every six weeks and is served at a fixed, affordable price. Past concepts have included a topical focus on global cuisine such as Thai or the current Greece,...

From cosy candlelit wine bars and hip Hackney hangouts to bars stocking hard-to-find wines from around the world, London certainly isn’t short on places to enjoy an excellent bottle of wine in an equally pleasing setting. Whether you want somewhere quiet where you can catch up with an old pal after...

London certainly has a buzzing cocktail scene but if you think you’ve seen it all we’ve got news for you. Avora: A New-World Cocktail Experience is coming to London in November, from the same minds behind immersive prison-themed drinking experience Alcotraz Cell Block Two-One-Two. Avora is a unique...

The fine art of cuisine usually revolves around carefully balancing flavours to craft a gourmet delicacy, but there’s something to be said for the opposite approach as well. The one where you just pile everything on, defying all laws and reason, more and more, until the final result makes eyes pop j...

When it comes to British cuisine, Scottish food is a great option when you want something hearty and comforting. It’s indulgent, traditional, and packed with flavour thanks to the abundance of top-quality produce available in Scotland – think smoked salmon, langoustines and, of course, haggis. There...

At an awards gala in Madrid on September 18–20, the Top 100 chefs in the world were revealed. The recipients of the 2022 Best Chef awards include several renowned British chefs, as well as others who are based in London. Unlike many other culinary honours, The Best Chef awards focus on chefs instea...

If you’re planning a food-filled trip to the capital and want to know where to eat, stay and play, you’ve come to the right place. It’s no secret that London thrums with world-famous restaurants, award-winning bars and streetfood markets showcasing an eclectic variety of cuisines from all around the...

Sometimes you fancy a slightly more glamorous experience than just popping down to your local. Whether you’re celebrating something special or you simply deserve a treat, visiting a hotel bar in London means you can enjoy fine drinks in a classy setting. Luckily for us, the capital has a few hotel b...

London is undoubtedly one of the top urban destinations in the world, with the 9-million-strong metropolis offering countless things to see, do, buy, eat and drink. The city’s size and abundance of opportunities can work against it, however, and first-time visitors can easily feel overwhelmed and co...

South London is set to get an exciting new cocktail bar in October with a unique theme. Control Room B opens on 14th October in Battersea Power Station, part of a new complex of shops and eateries. The bar is set in one of the power station’s original control rooms, untouched since the 1950s. Sadly...

The latest location of the Market Place food courts has revealed the twelve traders that will be offering their tasty goods in the Vauxhall arches. After Peckham and Hounslow, Market Place are opening their third food court. The group champions small and up-and-coming street food businesses, settin...

From cosy joints and dimly-lit basement bars to forward-thinking cocktail spots, Shoreditch certainly isn’t short of excellent places to enjoy a drink or two. This guide to the best bars in Shoreditch covers all bases, from bars with sustainability at their core to rooftop terraces with fantastic ci...

London has a well-deserved reputation as a global hub for art and design, and that means there’s loads to enjoy for art lovers in London. So much so that you can easily fill a weekend with inspiring art and design. We’ve got great galleries and museums but it doesn’t stop there - from creative bars...

With the cost of living in London constantly going up, it's getting harder and harder to justify splurging on a round of drinks. Despite the rising price tags, however, there are still many cheap bars and pubs around the city that are friendly towards your wallet, offering happy hour deals or just h...

Scandinavia is the northern and snowy bit of Europe where you'll find Denmark, Norway, and the very place where Thatsup first began – Sweden. Whether you're a Nordic ex-pat or you just want some extra Scandi cosiness in your life, there are lots of restaurants, bars and cafés where you can explore S...

Byron has just announced its brand spanking new burger, and it's sure to send your tastebuds into a frenzy. The new burger takes inspiration from the fragrant flavours of Korea; slathered in tangy Gochubang sauce, the Korean Gochubang Burger is bringing a taste of Asia to the streets of London. But...

There are plenty of hair salons all over London covering all kinds of treatments, but finding a reputable and trustworthy organic hair salon can be pretty challenging. If you’re looking for an 100% vegan spot or a salon that uses natural products with no nasties, you’ve come to the right place. From...