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SIMPSON’S IN THE STRAND: Meat carved at your table and snazzy cocktails at this 19th century spot

I went to Simpson's in the Strand a couple of years go and on a recent return, I was thrilled to find that it’s upped its game. The venue opened in 1828 as a chess room and it is one of London’s oldest traditional restaurants. In 2017, in a bid to bring it m...

GLENMORANGIE: Old whisky casks are transformed into stunning £4k surfboards

Calling all surfers! Now you can ride a barrel in more ways than one... In the latest of its Beyond the Cask creative collaborations, Glenmorangie takes to the waves in partnership with Grain Surfboards of Maine, New England USA – visionary creators of hand-b...

BOTTLES: Wine bar and cellar in the heart of Spitalfields.

Bottles in Spitalfields Market opened just two months ago, offering a fresh take on the average London wine bar. What’s so special we hear you ask? Well, the ante is upped with staff carrying a wealth of sommelier experience, each member an expert in their fi...

TSUKIJI SUSHI: Devine oysters and sake at this smartly-secluded Japanese joint

Tsukiji Sushi, tucked away in the heart of Mayfair, is now firmly on my list of top Japanese spots in town. The smartly-secluded restaurant is the perfect spot to graze peacefully on deliciously fresh fish and other treats. I popped into the small eatery on ...

THE RIB ROOM: Travel around the world with these destination-themed cocktails, from Spain to the Maldives

This September, Jumeirah Carlton Tower’s bar and restaurant, The Rib Room, has created a bespoke cocktail menu based on several locations in the Jumeirah Group portfolio. From Dubai to Frankfurt, the eclectic menu perfectly pairs well-known Jumeirah destinati...

GINTESSENTIAL: Berkeley Square Gin pop-up bar offers exclusive access to celeb-favourite members club Morton’s

Ultra-premium London Dry Gin, Berkeley Square, is set to unveil its exquisite new look for the first time with an exclusive residence, GINTESSENTIAL, at prestigious Mayfair members’ club, Morton’s. Open to club members and Londoners alike from September 5th t...

45 JERMYN ST: Tender grouse, knickerbocker glories and a delicious atmosphere at this Mayfair spot

What does a cut of tender grouse, a knickerbocker glory and a moreish martini all have in common? They’re all on the menu at 45 Jermyn St, a smart restaurant tucked away in Mayfair which is well worth checking out. The eatery, which is actually within fine f...

BOOMTOWN FAIR CHAPTER 10: Review

Boomtown Fair was a mesmerizing spectacle this summer, they really pulled out the stops at Matterley Estate (Winchester). There was something for everyone to enjoy and it was the largest scale of production that the festival had ever achieved. The vibe was pre...

PUREZZA: Nutty cheese and hemp sourdough, a pizzeria pleasing vegans in Camden and beyond.

As a meat eater, I’m always intrigued to visit vegan restaurants and wonder will they sway me to make the big switch. The latest to intrigue? Purezza! A vegan pizzeria on Camden’s Parkway, a short walk from the Jazz Cafe. I’d tried the Thai Breaker at Voodoo ...

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