Tucked away on the first floor of 3 Henrietta Street, Pivot by Scottish Chef Mark Greenaway (of the Waldorf Astoria in Edinburgh, no less) is a modern British restaurant overlooking Covent Garden. The restaurant’s concept is simple: dishes are based around the idea of a rotating (or, pivoting, I suppose you could say) menu, with …
Explore the legacy of London Transport’s Caribbean workforce at this exciting museum late. Ready to delve deeper into the culture and history surrounding London Transport’s Caribbean workforce? Don’t miss this brilliant after-hours event at London Transport Museum. If you missed last year’s hugely successful late-night openings, don’t stress, they’re back again this year with an …
A few short steps from the hustle and bustle of Covent Garden, Seven Dials offers an alternate take on central London – one filled with quirky and independent shops and more than its fair share of cool bars. Time to explore… Cool Things to do in Seven Dials Sitting smack bang in the middle of …
Oh Gloria, you absolute scandal. With your crazy parties and your oh so tasty cocktails, you’ve fast established yourself a firm place on Covent Garden’s late-night scene. Who’s Gloria, we hear you ask? Allow us to explain… Gloria was the bad girl of the seventies and eighties party scene. She partied with Jimi Hendrix, danced …
Looking for the best coffee shops in Covent Garden? We’ve got you covered with our Covent Garden cafe guide. The best brews and chill spots for those who are fussy about their coffee. There are plenty of cafes these days that are willing to charge a lot of money for a substandard coffee. Totally unacceptable. …
Discover the history and tales behind Nelson’s Column – Trafalgar Square’s iconic monument. Admiral Nelson’s Column, AKA ‘Nelson Column’ sits proudly at the centre of Trafalgar Square. Though the square itself is renowned for its pigeons, protests, a huge (and now quite controversial) Christmas tree that Norway donates every year and a very rowdy crowd …
Catch a glimpse into history reimagined as American artist Kehinde Wiley’s National Gallery exhibition opens to the public from 10th December. In Wiley’s first collaboration with a major UK gallery, his refreshing take on classic art explores traditional Western landscapes and themes through paint and film with the addition of much-forgotten black figures. The gallery’s …
The Courtauld Gallery reopens this month. Here’s what you need to know. Art lovers unite: after an extensive renovation, Somerset House’s Courtauld Gallery is reopening to the public on Friday 19th November 2021 and this is one transformation you won’t want to miss. The gallery, which boasts infamous pieces such as Van Gogh’s Self Portrait …
Somerset House sits on the banks of the Thames, one of London’s former riverside palaces, now transformed into a cultural and arts hub. Planning a visit to Somerset House? Don’t miss this go-to guide before you do. Somerset House is one of my favourite places to visit in London – a beautiful palace on the …
Ready for the ultimate festive treat? Iris Theatre – a.k.a the Actor’s Church – will be opening a unique theatre space smack bang in the middle of Covent Garden this winter. The POD will be located in the grounds of the Actor’s Church, right in the middle Covent Garden. What’s more festive than getting your …
