Almost 60 years to the day that Gravetye Manor opened its doors as a hotel, this stunning Grade I listed 16th century manor house reopens its Michelin-starred restaurant following a major redevelopment this month.
Just in time for the sunny weather ahead, Sky Garden have teamed up Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto to launch a pop up bar on Fenchurch Terrace, serving a limited edition menu of summer serves celebrating the botanical essence of the garden surroundings.
High-end Japanese restaurant Ginza Onodera has partnered with Tsujiri Matcha House to launch Onodera Ochakai, an afternoon tea with a difference in the heart of St James.
With summer in full swing, make the most of those warmer, lighter, brighter evenings and go al fresco with Drake & Morgan.
Wimbledon epitomises British summertime at its best. Crowds cheering on Murray Mound, strawberries and cream and the odd shower or two stopping play! Get a taste of this year’s tournament with limited edition treats from French artisan bakery and pâtisserie, PAUL.
A hidden sun trap found in the heart of Notting Hill, Pomona’s has launched their new-look summer terrace, boasting colourful florals and a dedicated Gin & Oyster Bar. Treat yourself to one of their fabulous gin specials, such as the Classic G&T Twist (gin,elderflower tonic, strawberry and black pepper) and Gin & Ginger (gin, lime and ginger beer), alongside a plate of fresh Maldon Oysters or a dish from Pomona’s seasonal menu, this alfresco terrace is the place to be this summer.
Luxury private members’ club Home House will celebrate Wimbledon in style this year with a bespoke Men’s Final package, available to both members and non-members. The package will include a luxury stay and a set Champagne lunch for two in the garden.
Take a walk on the wildside at Savage Garden, a new destination rooftop bar in Tower Hill set 12 storeys above the bustling City below. With a brutally botanical vibe, opulent interiors, expansive al fresco terrace and suitably savage cocktails, this is a bar like no other.
Bringing bold flavours and an abundance of sunshine to central London, Levantine restaurant, CERU (short for Cerulean, the brightest of azure blues), is now open on Soho’s D’Arblay Street. CERU takes diners on a flavour journey with sharing dishes inspired by the melting pot of cultures found in the Levant region – where the eastern Mediterranean meets the Middle East. With recipes from Cyprus to Syria, Turkey to Jordan, expect punchy flavours, a dizzy array of fresh herbs, spices, plenty of squeezes of lemon, sprinkles of jewel-like pomegranate seeds and a whole host of nuts, from pine and pistachio to almond and sesame.
Launching just in time for Father’s Day (17th June), brand-new all-day dining steakhouse Bar + Block is bringing fresh cuts to the city of Nottingham this summer and treating Dad’s to free steak on Sunday 17th June after 5pm*. In addition, they will be serving local carnivores to a fantastic opening preview offer of 50% off mains from 18th – 24th June.
From yoga and ballet to boxing, take a break from sweaty gyms this summer and venture outdoors to Aviary’s stunning rooftop terrace for the new wellness pop-up series – RooFIT – on selected Thursday and Fridays throughout the summer.
Renowned chef Vivek Singh has brought his famous Indian street food to Cinnamon Kitchen Oxford with the launch of JoHo SoHo located on the rooftop of Westgate. Teaming up with Ryan Chetiyawardana aka Mr Lyan, regarded as the world’s best mixologist, the colourful alfresco pop up has a line-up of signature street food alongside a range of sustainable ‘Upcycled & Recycled’ cocktails.
Caterer to the stars and the premium hospitality group behind Sky Garden, rhubarb, has partnered with Dan Doherty (previously of Duck and Waffle) – award-winning chef, author and judge of new BBC One show Britain’s Best Home Cook, alongside Claudia Winkleman and Mary Berry – for its new all-day dining destination in New York’s Hudson Yards, opening March 2019.
English Wine Week kicks off on 26th May, celebrating our country’s most talented winemakers. Ormer Mayfair, the restaurant within the luxury Flemings Mayfair hotel, arguably houses one of London’s largest English wine collections and will be showcasing the best of Blighty’s home-grown grapes with a paired menu.
As the evenings grow longer and the mercury rises, step into summer at the Tanqueray Garden, a vibrant gin garden complete with negroni fountain, popping-up at The Sipping Room at West India Quay.
Brave the queue as Kakigori, one of Japan’s trendiest desserts, has just landed in London, currently being served to-go by Hawaiian poké specialists Honi Poké.
Get ready to kick back canal-side, soak up the sunshine and partake in some alfresco dining this summer at The Waterway’s newly revamped, all-weather terrace on the banks of Regent’s Canal in Maida Vale.
Featuring an all-day bar and eatery, luxe cocktail bar, classic British grill and a top end restaurant, ‘Smiths’ of Smithfield follows the ethos of the higher you go the higher-end the experience.
On Monday 11th June, Cornish pub The Mariners – by Nathan Outlaw and Sharp’s Brewery – will be surfing into Knightsbridge to host a one-off pop-up at Nathan’s Michelin-starred restaurant, Outlaw’s at The Capital. The ticketed event will come in the form of a fantastic five-course beer pairing dinner, led by The Mariner’s head chef, Zack Hawke, and Sharp’s beer sommelier, Ed Hughes.
Israeli food has become quite the hot ticket and Delicatessen – a recently opened neighbourhood restaurant in Hampstead – promises to deliver modern Middle Eastern soul food, bursting with vibrant flavours. Influenced by Head Chef Or Golan’s diverse heritage, experience at celebrated restaurants across Tel Aviv and time spent leading the kitchen at Ottlolenghi in Belgravia, the menu’s dishes are earthy, punchy and designed for sharing – synonymous with Middle Eastern dining culture.
Rhubarb – the premium hospitality group behind Sky Garden and Hudson Yards, New York – will launch all-day dining destination VIVI at the iconic Centre Point in London’s West End this July. VIVI will be the flagship restaurant of Centre Point’s much anticipated revival this summer.
With World Cup excitement about to hit fever pitch, The Piano Works and Studio 88 are hosting the ultimate matchday fixtures including live music, competitive drinks promotions and, of course, all the live action from Russia on huge screens. Watching the beautiful game just got even more entertaining!
From London to Liverpool, Birmingham to Brighton, there’s a Carluccio’s restaurant near you offering you bottomless bubbles when ordering off its brand new breakfast menu.
The Piano Works brings you a brand new cocktail menu that has been created around the top ten most requested songs at The Piano Works this year.
Take a walk on the dark side this summer with a visit to Savage Garden – a new dramatic sky-high destination bar opening in the City this June.
Vivek Singh and his talented brigade of chefs bring their signature blend of fire and spice south of the river with Cinnamon Kitchen Battersea at London’s landmark Battersea Power Station.
Spring has arrived in London and the perfectly pink Japanese Sakura flower, known as the cherry blossom, is in full bloom at P.F. Chang’s Asian Table.
Luxury private members’ club Home House, has appointed renowned chef and food writer Sophie Michell as Executive Chef – formerly the UK’s youngest female Executive Chef at the Belgrave Hotel – to further elevate its food offering.
Kick start the Easter Bank Holiday weekend with a bottomless boozy brunch.
The relaxed vibe and affordability of a pub, together with quality food and service of a casual restaurant.
On Friday, 23rd March, Café de Paris will launch The Service, a theatrical and immersive burlesque and cabaret show that reflects the dark, sexy and alternative history of one of the world’s most renowned clubs.
One of Maida Vale’s best neighbourhood restaurants, The Waterway, renowned for its great food, fabulous location on Regent’s Canal and expansive all-weather terrace, takes things up a notch with the arrival of new Head Chef, Mahrez Loukal.
Ladies, gather your girl squad! It’s International Women’s Day on Wednesday 8th March. The House of Song is celebrating at London’s only non-stop, audience-requested live music venues – The Piano Works in Farringdon and recently-opened Studio 88, next to Leicester Square.
Whether your mum's a cocktail-lover, a green-fingered goddess, or a lady who lunches, we've got the perfect treats, brunches and afternoon teas to make her feel extra special.
Flee the burrow to Flemings Mayfair and nibble your way through the brand-new Peter Rabbit-themed afternoon tea in celebration of the eagerly anticipated film with an all-star cast, which hits UK cinema screens on 16th March.
Sky Lounge rooftop bar located on 12th floor of DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London – Tower of London has closed to make way for a new rooftop bar opening in June.
Pie lovers rejoice! London’s greatest award-winning pie pub, Windmill Mayfair, is the perfect place to celebrate British Pie Week (5th – 11th March).
It’s official, the wait is over. In an eggciting battle with some of the country’s best chefs, The Smoking Goat was announced triumphant at Young’s eighth Scotch Egg Challenge which took place at The Canonbury in Islington yesterday (21st February).
Cinnamon Kitchen Battersea has just released tables for its exclusive 50% off food soft launch preview week from 12th – 19th March 2018, ahead of its official opening at Battersea Power Station. Be one of the first through the doors with tables available for lunch or dinner. To book, please visit www.cinnamon-kitchen.com/battersea.
World-famous The York Roast Co., who transformed the humble YorkyPud™ Wrap into an overnight worldwide viral sensation and well and truly got York back on the map, are turning their York Stonegate venue into a diner and shop, re-opening in March.
Tired of leaving your pup home alone for happy hour? Us too! That’s why every Drake & Morgan bar and restaurant – including The Happenstance, The Sipping Room and The Allegory – is dog-friendly, with a dedicated drinks offering especially for man (and woman)’s best friend.
On Wednesday 28th February, The Summerhouse, idyllically located on the banks of the Grand Union Canal in London’s Maida Vale, will host an exclusive five-course Mount Pleasant Estate Wine Dinner lead by esteemed, six generation winemaker, Scott McWilliams.
Hot from the oven and baked to perfection, the humble sausage roll has arrived at PAUL bakery and is set to bring a little French je ne sais quoi to your favourite British classic.
This Valentine’s Day, say it with a song at The Piano Works in Farringdon with the special Drunk in Love menu.
From the man behind one of London’s most groundbreaking modern Indian restaurants, The Cinnamon Club, Vivek Singh announces the opening of his latest restaurant Cinnamon Kitchen at London’s iconic Grade II-listed* landmark, Battersea Power Station this March.
28°-50° Wine Workshop and Kitchen is kicking off the weekend in style with an exclusive Saturday lunch offer for all the family.
This year, celebrate Valentine’s Day with a difference with The Texture Restaurant Group, with a series of special menus available from 14-17th February.
Premium arm of Marston’s, Revere, announces two new The Lost & Found sites and a refurbishment of their original Birmingham site for 2018. The group will open their second Leeds site in February, re-open Birmingham in March, and launch a brand-new site in Bristol in April.
It’s all change at Notting Hill’s neighbourhood restaurant Pomona’s as it welcomes the arrival of two highly talented and passionate chefs, Wolfe Conyngham and Mark Blatchford.
Shh… Can you keep a secret? Dirty Little Secret bar is opening in the heart of Liverpool on Saturday 27th January. Soon to be the talk of the town, this is one secret you definitely want in on…
You remember how the old sayings go; mates before dates, misters before sisters, Fries Before Guys…
A little slice of Scotland will be arriving in the capital this January as select Young’s and Geronimo pubs host highland flings that would make Rabbie Burns proud, complete with Scottish feasts, whisky tastings and traditional bagpipers, plus there’s a free dram of Glenfiddich at your local.
Saints and sinners alike can revel in Cut + Grind’s new year deal, offering 50% off all food from the entire menu between 2nd – 31st January when you sign up to the newsletter, sure to turn all burger-lovers’ January blues around.
Don’t let January give you the blues, ditch the detox and stretch those pennies further, because a little of what you fancy can actually do you good.
Birmingham’s home to mystical mixology and delectable dishes, The Lost & Found, will close its doors from 2nd January, relishing two months of pampering ordered by mythical ruler, Professor Hettie G. Watson.
Add some joy to January at Carluccio’s with mains for just £1. From 4th January – 8th February diners ordering a full-price main dish will get another for just £1.
It’s that time of year, the festive bubble has burst, the ‘new year new you’ stuff is already wearing thin, and pay day is still a long way away. Fortunately, help is at hand.
It’s out with the old as we bid farewell to 2017 and welcome in the New Year – but no big sendoff goes without a bang!
This January, a modern interpretation of a classic French crêperie comes to Spitalfield’s Artillery Passage with the opening of L’Ami Malo.
January: the month of resolutions, gym memberships and tightened purse-strings. Helping you escape the blues is Drake & Morgan.
Bringing a slice of New York’s edgy meatpacking district to the heart of Fife Leisure Park, one of the fastest growing restaurant concepts in the US, Smashburger, has opened its doors to welcome the people of Dunfermline.
Forget France and Switzerland as ski season has arrived at The Devonshire in Balham.
Revolution has arrived on Station Road in Solihull, bringing its unique blend of creative, hand-crafted cocktails, fantastic food and late-night parties to the town just in time for festive season.
Leave the drab and dreary City at the door, don your protective white suit and step into the madness at the #HouseOfHoli for thirty minutes of paint-pelting friends, family and colleagues to mark the Indian festival of colour.
Every year, 3.6 million Japanese families indulge in a finger lickin’ good Christmas dinner, courtesy of KFC™. And this Christmas, high-end Japanese restaurant Ginza Onodera, based in St James, has elevated this Japanese tradition to new heights.
The new look Chequers Inn in Hanham Mills, Bristol, is home to seasonal British food, fine wines, fantastic beers and an exceptional collection of craft gins.
Bedecked with the calming colours and textures of washed-out timbers and eau de nil tiles, The Listing will offer an ideal spot for business breakfasts, working lunches, long boozy brunches and evening drinks.
Make this Christmas Day the best one yet with Vinoteca’s superb six-bottle wine case taking you through the 25th December in style.
With Christmas cocktails, late-night parties and an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration, Farringdon’s The Piano Works – London’s only non-stop live music venue famed for its talented live band that plays nothing but your requests – is the place to be this season.
Baby, it’s cold outside! Luckily, The Sipping Room has it all covered (quite literally) with six giant pop-up igloos, all offering the perfect party hotspot. For the ultimate VIP experience book one of the two Copper Dog whisky igloos, complete with a bespoke cocktail and party bite menu.
Eneko at One Aldwych, the highly anticipated informal Basque restaurant opening in London’s One Aldwych hotel, will officially launch on 1st September with a soft opening throughout August when guests can enjoy 50% off food.
