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

Whew, this new open-water swimming spot in London has arrived just in time to fight the heat

Whew, this new open-water swimming spot in London has arrived just in time to fight the heat

Canary Wharf has welcomed a brand-new aquatic oasis with the arrival of Sea Lanes, a premier destination for year-round open-water swimming, thermal therapy, and waterside socialising – and with temperatures hitting record highs across the country, it couldn't have picked a better time.Floating dire...
Created 24 Jun 2026
Celebrate El Pirata's 32nd birthday with a proper Saturday lunch

Celebrate El Pirata's 32nd birthday with a proper Saturday lunch

Time flies when you're having fun – or delicious tapas in El Pirata of Mayfair's case. The acclaimed London restaurant is turning 32 this month, a testament to its enduring quality and popularity that have withstood the ups and downs of the hospitality sector, fleeting trends, and changing tastes. A...
Created 23 Jun 2026
Where to eat lobster in London

Rotisserie chicken

These days, lobster is no longer as much of an exotic dish or the domain of the rich and famous. Sure, there are places where the crustacean will cost you a claw and a leg, but more accessible options have become commonplace across London as well. Our round-up of the best places in London to eat lob...
Updated 25 Jun 2026
Taka in Marylebone is going full pub for one day only

Taka in Marylebone is going full pub for one day only

Marylebone's sleek Japanese restaurant Taka is switching up its usual suave vibe and transforming into a classic boozer for a day on 30 June.The kitchen is taking its premium ingredients and giving them a casual twist with its "Taka Izakaya" menu featuring proper pub food with a Japanese flair, incl...
Created 22 Jun 2026
Escape London for Novikov's exclusive harvest-to-table masterclass

Escape London for Novikov's exclusive harvest-to-table masterclass

If you're looking to trade the London bustle and summer heat for an immersive culinary escape in the countryside, join Novikov's summer masterclass at the stunning Brent Eleigh Hall.Home to Novikov's kitchen garden project for the past dozen years, the beautiful walled estate offers a rare harvest-t...
Created 22 Jun 2026
The UK's largest children's book festival is this weekend in London

The UK's largest children's book festival is this weekend in London

For more than a dozen years, the London Children's Literature Festival has been introducing families to the joys of books and reading, growing into the country's largest such event.Taking place on Barnes Green and at venues in its immediate vicinity on 27 and 28 June, the festival brings together he...
Created 22 Jun 2026
No booze required at this sober day rave in Chelsea

No booze required at this sober day rave in Chelsea

The conscious clubbing pioneers at Gloryville are bringing their signature sober daytime rave to Embargo Republica on Chelsea's King's Road. The family-friendly event features five hours of festival-style dancing, live creative acts, immersive theatre, and dedicated play encounters designed specific...
Created 22 Jun 2026
The best dinner theatre in London

Dinner theatre

Sure, having access to the world-famous West End makes the classic dinner-and-a-show routine easy to come by, but what if you want to guarantee the best seats in the house, be part of the show, and keep the planning hassle to a minimum as an added bonus? Dinner theatre is the answer, combining dinin...
Updated 25 Jun 2026
Brunch gets checkmated at Sandwich Street Kitchen this weekend

Brunch gets checkmated at Sandwich Street Kitchen this weekend

Cosy King's Cross brunch favourite Sandwich Street Kitchen is upping its game this weekend. Staying open until 5pm on both Saturday and Sunday, the café is inviting chess fans to throw down all day long.“I'll have the eggs en passant with rooks on the side, please.”With its varied assortment of gene...
Created 18 Jun 2026
The best lunch in Knightsbridge

Lunch in Knightsbridge

Amidst the designer boutiques and stucco terraces of Knightsbridge, you'll find a midday dining scene that perfectly mirrors the neighbourhood's sophisticated character. Featuring everything from sun-drenched Italian trattorias to inspired Indian concepts and progressive Japanese izakayas, Knightsbr...
Updated 24 Jun 2026
The best affordable restaurants in Knightsbridge

Affordable restaurants in Knightsbridge

We aren't going to sugar-coat it – if you're on a budget and hungry in Knightsbridge, you're likely better off making your way elsewhere, as the high rent and upscale clientele mean menu prices have been dialled up to 11. That said, there are still some restaurants in Knightsbridge where a meal won'...
Updated 24 Jun 2026
Thursdays are definitely the new Fridays at London's largest rooftop bar

Thursdays are definitely the new Fridays at London's largest rooftop bar

The recently launched rooftop bar and food court Freight Brixton is quickly making a name for itself as one of the top party destinations in South London. It gets especially lively on Thursdays, when you can get a head start on the weekend by enjoying great live soul and jazz tunes from some of the...
Created 12 Jun 2026
Notting Hill hotspot Caia keeps the vinyl party going late

Notting Hill hotspot Caia keeps the vinyl party going late

A buzzy Asian fusion restaurant in Golborne Road, Caia turns the party vibes up a notch from Wednesday to Saturday, hosting a rotating line-up of some of the finest DJ talent in London.The Green Room, Caia's subterranean lounge, transforms into a dynamic listening bar on Wednesday and Thursday night...
Created 11 Jun 2026
The best brunch in Knightsbridge

Brunch in Knightsbridge

With its central location and premium shopping options, Knightsbridge is tailor-made for the upscale brunch crowd, with the late-morning meal ideal for fuelling up before or after hitting the shops. Gaze out at the sleek stucco terraces, fashion brand flagships, and historic department stores as you...
Updated 12 Jun 2026
“Marilyn Monroe: A Portrait” brings one of Hollywood's eternal stars up close and personal

“Marilyn Monroe: A Portrait” brings one of Hollywood's eternal stars up close and personal

The exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery features works inspired by the inimitable actress and model.A timeless icon whose life, beauty, and lasting pop-cultural impact have inspired devotion, fascination, imitation, and even obsession, Marilyn Monroe is the focus of a new exhibition at the N...
Created 8 Jun 2026
Exclusive reader offer: Enjoy an Indian feast for just £20

Exclusive reader offer: Enjoy an Indian feast for just £20

Award-winning Brick Lane curry house Masala is doing an exclusive offer for Thatsup readers. As one of the street's largest and most celebrated Indian restaurants, the award-winning Masala accommodates up to 150 guests across two floors for authentic Indian and Bangladeshi dining. The restaurant mod...
Created 20 May 2026