Articles about London

At the 2024 edition of the Top 50 Cocktail Bars awards, London-based establishments took up nearly half of all the spots – but not the top one. Voted on by more than 200 key people in the hospitality industry, including bar operators, bartenders, drinks writers, suppliers, and others, the Top 50 Coc...

On 7 February 2024, Gregg Boyd and his partner Maddi are set to open the doors to London's very first Scottish deli, The Shoap (Scottish for shop, by the way). It's going to resemble a kitsch Highland farm shop that's been picked up and placed right in the heart of Islington, serving all of the thin...

It goes without saying that David Bowie is one of London's greatest musical icons, and a new exhibition about the star is coming to the city for a limited time. Taking place in the unique surroundings of Fitzrovia Chapel, “David Bowie – A London Day” is a display of twenty photographs taken of the s...

Step into the Victorian era at The Old Operating Theatre Museum & Herb Garret, where the team will guide you through the surgical practices once performed in this historical space.  The Old Operating Theatre Museum & Herb Garret is Europe's oldest surviving surgical theatre, originally...

In celebration of LGBTQ+ History Month, the John Lewis London flagship in Oxford Street is hosting a free portrait photographic exhibition. February is LGBTQ+ History Month and household British brand John Lewis is celebrating it with a unique collaboration with award-winning photographer Chris Jeps...

French haute cuisine restaurant Le Gavroche shut its doors last month after almost 60 years of service. The restaurant might be gone but there's still a chance for you to own a piece of fine dining history. The restaurant will be auctioning off a number of items in an online event run by auction hou...

The Kansas-style BBQ joint in Wood Lane has announced its imminent closure, but there's one last throwdown to get through. Prairie Fire, a laidback spot in the Wood Lane Arches where Kansas-born chef Michael Gratz paired hearty grilling with freshly poured pints, has called it quits. The restaurant...

If you fancy getting up close to works by one of modern art's leading names, you have the chance at Halcyon Gallery. This upscale art gallery in Bond Street has opened a new exhibition by Andy Warhol. You might have to spend a fair amount on tickets if you wanted to see his work in a major art galle...

Join Bo Carter, the ethical fashion designer from the North, for the grand finale of the Fashion Loves Comedy Festival. A line-up of extraordinary performers will take centre stage on the runway at Tooting Tram & Social, blending humour with haute couture and promising to leave you in stitches w...

The heavily-anticipated new venture by the Michelin-starred chef has been in the works for some time – it was one of the first dining-related announcements by the Raffles London at The OWO hotel, which has been open since autumn. With the official launch of the restaurant coming up in spring, Endo K...

London has no shortage of fab bakeries where you can pick up fresh bread or tasty sweet treats, but now one of the capital's favourites has officially been ranked as one of the finest bakeries in the country. The Dusty Knuckle Bakery, with locations in Dalston and Harringay, has been rated as the th...

The “Art of The Brick Immersive Experience”, the most famous Lego art exhibition in the world, is coming to London this March. The unique “Art of The Brick” exhibition features over 90 artworks created from more than 1 million Lego bricks by the acclaimed contemporary artist Nathan Sawaya. In additi...

The Florence in Herne Hill is a grand old pub opposite the leafy Brockwell Park that recently re-opened following an extensive refurbishment. All year round, they're proud to be a dog-friendly establishment, welcoming you and your four-legged friends to enjoy all that this classic British pub has to...

In the digital age, watches have transcended mere timekeeping to become symbols of tradition, craftsmanship, and personal style in an increasingly virtual world. The full range of the world's watch brands can be found in watch shops London-wide, from official luxury watch dealers to timeless vintage...

Part of All Points East, the one-day event is bringing a bunch of hyped music acts to the East London park in summer. Field Day is a day-long celebration of electronic music in Victoria Park, organised within the framework of the broader All Points East festival. Dedicated to keeping festivalgoers o...

Celebrate all things trainers and coffee at Big Penny Social's KicksnCoffee sneaker and streetwear event this Sunday 4 Feb. Sneakerheads and coffee connoisseurs come together to commemorate the culture of trainers and coffee in one of London's biggest beer halls. Expect  the latest sneakers fro...

Renowned American conceptual artist Barbara Kruger, known for her impactful fusion of images and words, is exhibiting at Serpentine Gallery in Kensington Gardens for the first time in over two decades.  "Thinking of You. I Mean Me. I Mean You." features the installations she is best-known for,...

There's a new exhibition in town by the legendary, internationally renowned artist Sir Quentin Blake, the first of its kind in decades, and it doesn't cost a penny. You can save your money to purchase the original artwork he will be selling at the exhibition, but it's likely to be pretty pricey. Bla...

One of the biggest hip-hop festivals in Europe has announced the first batch of performers, including the headliners for each of the festival's three days. Taking place in mid-July, Wireless Festival is the biggest live music event of the year for rap and hip-hop fans. The festival features the bigg...

The winter season might be dark and dreary but Kew Gardens has got the ideal remedy to brighten up the days. Its annual Orchid Festival is back between 3rd February and 3rd March, transforming the gardens with vibrant flora and inspiring displays. Each year, the festival is themed on a country where...

Calling all Swifties: Swiftogeddon is the ultimate Taylor Swift fan party, designed for Swift lovers to come together and celebrate all things Taylor Swift on Friday 2nd Feb at Troxy in East London. Don your best Swifty-inspired outfit and get ready for an uninterrupted night of pure Swifty bliss, s...

Viajante87, a neighbourhood cocktail bar in Notting Hill Gate, has announced The Culture Exchange, a residency programme bringing over some of the top restaurants and bars in Latin America. Inspired by Viajante87's managers' travels in Latin America, The Culture Exchange starts in February, with Met...

Edit is a vegetable-focused sustainable and low-waste restaurant that's focused on cooking with seasonal produce from small-scale farmers and foragers. For one Sunday only (or so they say), they're bringing back their legendary Sunday roast as a pop-up. The roast is 100% plant-based and made with th...

North Yard Nights, a recently launched festival, is taking place in Camden Market's North Yard from January 25th to February 3rd.  You can expect a lineup of food-focused events featuring activities based on food, cocktails, and music. There are loads of partners getting involved, including The...

A new music all-dayer celebrating disco, soul, and electronic music is taking place in London this summer, and there are some pretty big names in the line-up. Music icon Grace Jones will be headlining Love Motion, a new event taking place on 26th July as part of South Facing Festival, which returns...

Notting Hill restaurant Akub quickly made a splash on the restaurant scene when it opened in January 2023. Now it's not only delicious Palestinian cuisine that you can get your hands on at the restaurant. Akub has just launched its own shop selling wine and ceramics from Palestine, with products ava...

New parents with helpless, screaming babies in tow might think they aren't very welcome in most places, but there are, in fact, quite a few venues in London where little ones are not only tolerated but entertained with activities designed to help their development. There are lots of things to do in...

Ahead of the heavily anticipated reveal of this year's Michelin Star winners in Great Britain and Ireland next week, the Michelin Guide has announced the 2024 recipients of the Bib Gourmand. Twenty new restaurants have joined the ranks of restaurants offering great value cooking, including two in Lo...

When you're planning a romantic meal, you need somewhere that looks good, has the right atmosphere, and serves up delicious food for you and your date to enjoy together. London has loads of places that fit the bill, including Italian restaurants that set the scene for a romantic meal. We'll help you...

London is a city with some major world-famous attractions as well as numerous hidden gems you might not know about – so much so that we wrote a whole guide about them. Budget airline Wizz Air have done the work to uncover the greatest hidden gems all over the world and a London art gallery came in a...

Following its Murra series of some of Italy's most exciting chefs to start the year, Fitzrovia's Carousel is back to hosting some of the finest culinary talent from around the world in February 2024. This month's highlights include Thailand's first female chef to earn two Michelin stars, a sushi mas...

Surprising no one who's ever had to take the Tube during rush hour in summer, a new data analysis has ranked London near the bottom of the world's nicest-smelling cities. London ranked 25th out of the thirty cities analysed by a vape company in order to determine the nicest-smelling cities on the pl...

F1 Drive London, the world's first official F1 Karting experience, is bringing petrol fumes and racing thrills to the famed stadium in February. It's been known for a while now that Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is working on its very own go-kart track, in collaboration with Formula 1, no less. Now the...

London is already bursting at the seams with fascinating museums but in 2025 a new immersive museum is set to open in the capital. The Museum of Shakespeare will open in Shoreditch on the site of The Curtain Theatre, an Elizabethan playhouse that was open between 1577 and 1624.  This museum, lo...

Hackney record shop The BBE Store is hosting a free night of DJ sets on 25th January. DJ Cassie 6 has come all the way from Amsterdam to headline, with support from Mark “GV” Taylor. Expect eclectic sounds including jazz, Brazilian, disco, funk, and soul.  Entry is completely free and there's a...

If you're a Londoner who loves Italian cuisine, there's a food festival happening in May that you'll want to check out for yourself. SicilyFEST 2024 is taking place at the Business Design Centre in Islington between 2nd and 5th May, bringing a whole load of food and culture from the Mediterranean to...

If you want a Michelin-starred meal in London then you're certainly in luck. The city is home to more than 70 restaurants with at least one Michelin star and between them they serve up a broad array of cuisines. From French haute cuisine and modern British cooking to Asian food with the wow-factor,...

You might already known about “Women in Revolt”, an exhibition that's currently on at Tate Britain and celebrates female artists and feminist art practices. If you want even more, check out the newest show at Drawing Room in Bermondsey, opening to the public on 25th January and running until 21st Ap...

In honour of this year's Valentine Day, Netil Market slice slingers World Famous Gordos are teaming up with low-intervention winemakers New Theory for a one-off pop-up.  World Famous Gordos are known (famous, even) for their sizeable New York-style pizza slices, as well as their frequent collab...

Coffee culture is strong in London and there's good news if you're one of the many Londoners who can't get through the day without a coffee or several. Online casino Betway has crunched the numbers to unveil the ten most popular independent coffee shops all over the world and two of the entries are...

There are a myriad of volunteering opportunities in London for those eager to make a positive impact on their community or just hoping to fill their time with something a little different. Whether you're passionate about environmental conservation, social justice, education, or even literature, ther...

The cuisines of two continents are set to collide in a burst of flavour when Kachori and Paladar, two respected restaurants in Elephant & Castle, come together for a collaborative supper club. Kachori is an inspired Indian restaurant serving contemporary takes on the cuisine found on the Indian...

Getting the whole family out for a meal and keeping everyone happy can certainly feel like a challenge for parents. Luckily London is home to a wide variety of family-friendly restaurants serving a range of different cuisines, including Italian food. From established chains to a family-run Italian r...

Tate Modern is back on 26th January with the newest edition of its lively Friday night event, Tate Lates. This time, the event is in collaboration with Guerrilla Girls, the anonymous and notorious feminist collective who have been fighting sexism and racism in the art world since 1985. As well as ba...

Travelling on the tube is a big part of life for most Londoners and a new exhibition is celebrating all the hustle and bustle of public transport. Taking place between 3rd and 29th January at Barbican Library, “Tube Pictures” is a free exhibition by Martin Church of more than 100 new pieces of work.

What could be a better way to begin your Sunday than listening to some great music with a fresh cup of coffee in hand? You don't need to do that at home on 28th January – the Royal Albert Hall is hosting a Classical Coffee Morning.  Taking place in the venue's elegant Elgar Room, the music come...

The London Art Bar is always a hit with Londoners who enjoy creative activities. This bar in Holborn hosts a variety of art-themed things to do, including exhibitions and guided painting sessions. One guided session is coming up this weekend, and it's a unique mash-up of Monet and Van Gogh. The even...

If you've had a go at Dry January and want to keep it going, it's worth popping down to Delli in Netil Market this weekend. All month long this modern deli has hosted a residency by Jin Jin, a non-alcoholic enzymatic cordial that makes a fab alternative to booze or can easily be mixed into a cocktai...

At the 2024 Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs awards ceremony held at the Parkers Arms in Lancashire, a number of London gastropubs made the coveted annual list, with the top-ranked London gastropub placing even higher than last year and nearly cracking the Top 5. The Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs l...

Prepare for cuteness overload as “Cute”, a major new exhibition launching on 25 January at Somerset House, delves into the role and increasing prominence of cuteness in present-day culture. Bringing together contemporary artworks by acclaimed artists and a whole range of cultural phenomena, from mus...