Hurray! The Lord Mayor’s Annual Hot Air Balloon Regatta is on for 2023 (weather permitting). Keep your eyes peeled on the 21st May (we hope) for a colourful conga of hot air balloons floating through the skies of London – it looks set to be one of the most exciting events taking place in the …
Wondering where to buy fabric in London? The capital boasts a whole host of wonderful fabric and haberdashery shops waiting to be explored. London beholds a treasure trove of fabric stores and haberdashery shops frequented by top designers, professionals, hobbyists, enthusiasts, students and tourists alike. You don’t even need an interest in fabric to get …
Looking to flex your creative muscles in the capital? These pottery classes in London will help you do just that. If you’re of a particular vintage, the idea of pottery will no doubt make you think of that scene between Demi Moore and Patrick Swayze in Ghost. More recently, pottery has become super cool, with …
The Crystal Palace restaurant scene is packed with lively spots representing practically every continent on the planet – here are some of its very best. Words by Sam Jeans Dining in Crystal Palace? First of all, you’ll want to head to “Crystal Palace Triangle”, formed by Westow Street, Westow Hill and Church Road. Each side …
Chelsea boasts a global reputation as one of London’s classiest districts, but that doesn’t mean it’s lacking in the pub department. These Chelsea pubs should be your first stop. Words by Sam Jean When it comes to pubs, Chelsea is one of the top neighbourhoods in London. With its Victorian pubs on every street and …
It’s time to discover South London – from dinos to street art, these are the top things to do in Crystal Palace. Here’s where to dine, drink, visit and more. Although the eponymous Crystal Palace is sadly no longer with us, the area that shared its name remains one of the best-hidden gems in South-East …
Little seems as quintessentially British as the humble brolly. Whether important business folk are wielding it as a weapon on their way to important work or simply a necessary convenience to shelter from the inevitable approaching downpour, the umbrella is the Londoner’s best friend. Winter, spring, summer or autumn, carrying a brolly is a wise …
Don’t Miss Christine and the Queens’ Fabulous Meltdown Festival Coming to London’s Southbank Centre This Summer From afropop and jazz to indie rock and orchestra, Christine and the Queens’ Meltdown Festival is coming to the Southbank Centre this summer, and you do not want to miss it. Meltdown: the London Southbank Centre festival that invites …
With 71 Michelin Star restaurants in London (a huge leap from last year’s 66), it’s safe to say that the capital’s culinary scene is impressive – in fact, London is actually the 6th most Michelin Starred city in the world, pipped to the post only by the likes of Tokyo, New York, and Paris. Ready …
Looking for the best restaurants in Chiswick? Look no further – Chiswick is a beautiful Thameside district with a restaurant scene to be proud of. Words by Sam Jeans Leafy Chiswick has a magnificent restaurant scene, but what might be even more impressive is the sheer diversity of restaurants packed into such a small area. …
