Daniel Sheppard, Content Writer UK, Thatsup Daniel Sheppard, Content Writer UK, Thatsup

Daniel Sheppard

Content Writer UK, London
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At Thatsup since 2022

Daniel Sheppard

Content Writer UK, London

Originally from Slovenia but currently based in London, Daniel has been writing ever since he earned a gold star for an essay about autumn in primary school. He has since expanded his repertoire to cover everything from politics and daily news to music and dining, while also venturing into the ever-evolving world of social media marketing. Having worked for national media outlets, the European Commission, a major concert venue, and various other clients where food was of secondary importance, he now fully embraces the Big Smoke's vibrant culinary scene, putting his writing talents to use as a content creator at Thatsup.

He still tends to wax poetic when the leaves begin to change colour, though.

Articles by Daniel

The best restaurants and bars in London open 24 hours

24-hour restaurants and bars

London isn't exactly the city that never sleeps, but rest assured there's always a place you can wander to, regardless of the time of day or night. Whether you're a night owl desperately keeping sleep at bay, a weary traveller arriving at dawn, or simply looking to keep the good times rolling even a...
Updated 12 Mar 2026
The best cafés with outdoor seating in London

Outdoor cafés

When the sun finally breaks through the clouds, Londoners' minds turn to one thing and one thing only – where to find the nearest outdoor spot to mooch away a sunny afternoon or two. Pavements bustle, park lawns disappear under picnic blankets, and the hunt for a perfect terrace becomes the capital'...
Updated 12 Mar 2026
The best beer gardens in Covent Garden

Beer gardens in Covent Garden

Covent Garden isn't exactly known for spacious outdoor areas and beautiful beer gardens, and finding a nice place to sit outside with a drink and not get constantly bumped by passers-by can be a challenge. If you do know where to look, however, you can find pleasant outdoor areas in Covent Garden th...
Updated 11 Mar 2026
The best lunch restaurants in Fitzrovia

Lunch in Fitzrovia

Fitzrovia is one of central London's best neighbourhoods for lunch, tucked between Soho, Bloomsbury and Marylebone and packed with places that cater to every kind of midday plan. Within a few streets, you'll find everything from Thai plates and excellent sandwiches to veggie plates from some of Lond...
Updated 11 Mar 2026
Fig & Walnut: “Without passion, the business fades. With passion, you adapt”

Fig & Walnut: “Without passion, the business fades. With passion, you adapt”

Fig & Walnut, Pitted Olive, and Sandwich Street Kitchen are a trio of unassuming eateries forming a triangle of tasty Turkish food at the heart of Bloomsbury. Each venue puts its own spin on things – a brunch café, a deli, a proper dine-in restaurant – but they're run by the same family. Over cups o...
Created 9 Mar 2026
The best beer gardens in Soho

Beer gardens in Soho

Beer gardens in Soho are in very short supply – so short, in fact, “Soho beer garden” should be an idiom for something very rare and valuable, in our opinion. That said, there are still a few pubs scattered about the area where you can enjoy a drink while soaking up the sun. We've rounded up the gol...
Updated 9 Mar 2026
The best things to do in Crystal Palace

Activities in Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace is one of London's most cherished neighbourhoods, full of pleasant hilly streets offering marvellous views, local hidden gems for grabbing a cuppa and a bite, and the famous Crystal Palace Park, of course. What it lacks in the frenetic, more-is-more department of central London areas,...
Updated 6 Mar 2026
The best restaurants in Shepherd's Bush

Restaurants in Shepherd's Bush

Small and often overshadowed or lumped in with its better-known neighbours like Notting Hill, Shepherd's Bush usually doesn't rank highly on most foodies' lists – and that does it a disservice in our opinion. Sure, the options aren't endless, and Westfield London takes up a fair share of the foot tr...
Updated 5 Mar 2026
Baccalà sets a new gourmet standard with its Italian EVOO pairing dinner

Baccalà sets a new gourmet standard with its Italian EVOO pairing dinner

Forget wine – the Italian restaurant's innovative seasonal experience puts a new twist on tasting menus.Bermondsey restaurant Baccalà is known for its appreciation of quality olive oil, offering extra virgin olive oil tastings for groups while also making ample use of the premium ingredient in its d...
Created 3 Mar 2026
The best rooftop lunch in London

Rooftop lunch

If you're looking to take your regular everyday lunch to the next level, might we suggest simply going to that level? When the sunshine kicks in, London's impressive skyline is the perfect backdrop for a filling rooftop lunch, and there are quite a few restaurants making full use of their elevated p...
Updated 4 Mar 2026
May the best lasagna win at Gloria's Big Lasagna Cook-Off this Sunday

May the best lasagna win at Gloria's Big Lasagna Cook-Off this Sunday

Five of London's celebrated Italian restaurants are turning up the heat on 8 March to determine whose lasagna is best.This Sunday, Gloria in Shoreditch is hosting a big cook-off to determine the best lasagna in London, with 64 Old Compton Street, Passione Vino, Noci, and Senza Fondo each bringing th...
Created 2 Mar 2026
The best sound baths in Manchester

Sound baths

Amid the pressures of daily life and the relentless urban pace, carving out a moment of inner calm can feel like a challenge. Thankfully, sound healers in Manchester have devoted themselves to guiding people towards balance through gentle tones, resonant gongs, and immersive soundscapes. Our round-u...
Updated 27 Feb 2026
BiBi & Friends is back for another exciting one-off collab

BiBi & Friends is back for another exciting one-off collab

Michelin-trained chef Chet Sharma and Mitsunobu Nagae reunite for a BiBi & Friends collab dinner following their first collaboration at l'abeille in New York in 2025, marking Mitsu's London cooking debut.Nagae, an Osaka-born chef trained in France under Joël Robuchon, leads the Michelin-starred Trib...
Created 26 Feb 2026
The best arcades and gaming bars in London

Arcades

London is a hotspot for gamers of every stripe, whether you fancy a quick go on a vintage arcade machine, stepping into a state-of-the-art VR world, or going head-to-head at a dedicated esports venue. Our round-up of the best arcades and gaming bars points (heh) you to the places where old-school fa...
Updated 24 Feb 2026
The best restaurants in West London

Restaurants in West London

Consisting of upmarket areas such as Chelsea and Notting Hill, West London has a reputation for offering some of the best dining around, especially on the pricier end of the scale. Refined riverside institutions stand alongside Michelin-starred stalwarts, with neighbourhood bistros and warm gastropu...
Updated 27 Feb 2026
The best Italian restaurants in Chelsea

Italian restaurants in Chelsea

With fashion and style such a big part of Chelsea life, the upscale London neighbourhood has long had a soft spot for everything Italian, including food. Ranging from old-school trattorias that feel like family dining rooms to glossy A-lister spots, Italian restaurants in Chelsea are as much for din...
Updated 16 Feb 2026