JAM-PACKED SUMMER EVENTS SCHEDULE BOXPARK Shoreditch are on a mission to revive the authentic London day-to-night experience with a season-long celebration of food, drinks, music, and unmissable vibes. BOXPARK launched the world’s first pop-up shopping mall in Shoreditch back in 2011, and has since become a staple of the East London scene. The retail revolution effortlessly fuses the concepts of the modern street food market and the pop-up shopping destination. This year, for a summer like no other, guests can enjoy rooftop cocktails and daytime vibes that roll into the night with a lively schedule of weekly events and themed takeovers. What’s more? From cult-classics to…
Author: Lucy Contrino
Noodle and Beer, Chinatown’s hottest new opening on Wardour Street inspired by the riotous spicy noodle dishes of the Sichuan Province, is launching a reverse happy hour sure to add some sizzle to London’s late-night crowd this Spring. Now launched, the happy hour runs every Thursday to Sunday from 10pm until midnight, offering 2 4 1 on all Noodle and Beer’s classic cocktails. Head there after a West End show, draw out a dinner with friends or kick start your night in style at Noodle & Beer’s chilli red underground bar. Choose from cool classics like Pina Colada, Mojito, Pornstar…
This week marks the start of Mental Health Awareness Week. It’s an important topic – with recent stats showing that only one in three Brits with a mental health problem receive treatment. With a stronger focus on self-care, yoga getaways are becoming an increasingly popular form of wellness treatment and fortunately, Europe offers some of the best retreats possible for those looking to relax. To help you find them, experts at BookRetreats.com, the world’s number one retreat site, have listed the eight best yoga retreats on the continent, for those of us who are hoping to indulge in looking after our…
PUB NOODLE! Pot Noodle offering FREE noodles at Britain’s best boozers for May Bank Holiday Pub Noodle will be live at locations across the country on Saturday 24th May, including TikTok star Daddy May Cook’s pub Pot Noodle is set to fuel the upcoming Bank Holiday weekend with a series of pop-ups that are sure to satisfy mid-afternoon peckish-ness across the country. Introducing Pub Noodle – a one-hour giveaway uniting two British favourites: a pint and a pot noodle. With sales data highlighting that Pot Noodle sales spike around Bank Holiday moments, when Brits are looking for a quick fix to satisfy their…
The Zetland Arms, one of Greene King’s cherished heritage pubs nestled in Kensington, London, unveiled its stunning transformation in October last year, marking a new chapter for this historic establishment. Six months later, the project – led by Harrison, a strategic global branding, interior design and architecture specialist – is today a space which authentically celebrates its rich history while meeting the needs of today’s customers. First opened in 1845, the Zetland Arms is one of the longest-surviving buildings in the area, standing the test of time through Kensington’s transformation from leafy garden nurseries to a vibrant cosmopolitan hub. Once…
Clermont Hotel Group (CHG) is proud to announce an exciting partnership with Obvlo, an AI-powered digital concierge platform designed to enhance the guest experience through personalised, location-based recommendations for the group’s Thistle branded hotels. This collaboration marks a major step in Thistle’s ongoing evolution and brand re-fresh, ensuring guests have access to seamless, tailored insights that elevate their stay. The Thistle brand refresh, which includes the launch of a new website, reimagined identity and branding, and investment in selected properties, will see two Thistle hotels – The Tower Hotel London and The Marble Arch Hotel – rebranded as ‘by Thistle,’…
MEWS FEST RETURNS FOR ITS FIFTH YEAR A CELEBRATION OF MANCHESTER’S GRASSROOTS MUSIC VENUES AND ARISTS SPONSORED BY AO ARENA FREE-TO-ATTEND OUTDOOR FESTIVAL WITH AL FRESCO DINING, LIVE MUSIC, AND “MINI MEWS” FOR FAMILIES Great Northern Warehouse is kickstarting the summer season with the return of free annual Deansgate Mews Festival. Located on Deansgate Mews, Manchester’s hidden pedestrianised street nestled above Deansgate, the festival will take place from 23rd – 25th May. Expect a lively outdoor celebration of food & drink, entertainment, live music and a pop up market of talented local traders Sponsored by Manchester’s AO Arena, Mews Fest is a celebration…
A New Late-night dining and cabaret experience launching 25 June Descend beneath the decadent Eden Lounge in Hoxton, to uncover Sinners; an indulgent new dining and cabaret den launching on the 25th June 2025. Part dinner party, part theatre, Sinners offers an intimate, neon-lit space and a bold new way to spend a night matched with an experience like no other restaurant in London. Designed for the hedonistic Londoner, Sinners offers a 3, 5, or 7 course menu alongside immersive live performances every Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Dishes include Bone-Marrow Croquettes topped with Crispy Bacon Crumble, Spaghetti Carbonara with Smoked Egg…
Bold flavours, fire cooking and Latin flair come to Liverpool Street with Chef Chino González This summer, Andaz London Liverpool Street welcomes a bold new flavour profile to Eastway Brasserie, with an exclusive residency from up-and-coming Argentinian chef Cristian ‘Chino’ González. Launching 2nd June and running for three months, the takeover brings an eclectic, fire-led menu that reflects González’s globe-spanning experience and deep roots in Buenos Aires food culture. González began his career at some of the world’s most renowned restaurants, including the three-Michelin-starred Mirazur in the South of France under Mauro Colagreco, and Basque Country’s Lasarte-Oria with Martín Berasategui. His South American training ground includes leading…
Al Dente? More like Al Don’t-e. One of the highlights of a holiday is getting to try the local cuisine, and with summer fast approaching, now is the perfect time to learn what the locals actually eat. To ensure you have an authentic culinary experience, travel experts at eShores have revealed five popular food items locals tend to avoid – and what to try instead. Italy: Spaghetti Bolognese? Not for Italians! An Italian would typically forgo Spaghetti Bolognese for Ragu’ alla Bolognese, translating to ‘ragu from Bologna’. Ragu refers to the sauce which is meat-based, and traditionally richer and heartier. Instead of…