Category: Food & drinks
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The new February restaurant and bar launches we’re bookmarking
February might be short, but it isn’t short of new promising launches across London. This month, there are some fresh faces in the restaurant, bar, and bakery scene – from Milan-inspired dining rooms and Welsh-led bakeries to Cantonese comfort food and Mexican seafood – each bringing something utterly unique to the table. To make things…
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This month in food: hottest new January launches
You’d think January is a quiet, gloomy month that makes you want to stay home, and that restaurants would be holding off on rolling out the red carpet until the sun comes back. You’d be wrong. January has been buzzing with new restaurant openings – and there’s plenty more to come. So, if you’ve already…
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Love in action: Valentine’s Day 2026 experiences to remember
If you want to switch things up this Valentine’s and make the day a little more memorable than taking a stroll outside or waiting until dinner to kick off the celebrations, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re after something adventurous to get the heart racing, or a way to slow down, unwind, and just enjoy…
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Review – We tried the new Saatchi Yates menu at Nipotina, and it’s perfect for a date night
Nipotina on South Audley Street in Mayfair has quickly become one of London’s most talked-about Italian restaurants since opening in late 2024. Named after the Italian word for “granddaughter,” the neighbourhood ristorante marries the warmth of family-inspired cooking with the polished energy of one of London’s poshest areas. Under Turin-born chef Somaia Hammad, the menu…
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Review – Nina is the coolest see-and-be-seen restaurant in London
Nina is tucked behind an unassuming front – you have to actually be paying attention to catch the logo on the door. But head downstairs and you’re met with what might be one of the coolest basements in London. Open since the 15th of March 2025, this Italian restaurant is owned by Pachamama Group, who’s…
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Review – Sartoria Launceston Place is a sophisticated restaurant, but it will leave your belly blissfully full
Opened in November 2025 on the site of the former Launceston Place in South Kensington, Sartoria Launceston Place is not your typical Italian diner. For starters, the name carries some weight – the Sartoria brand was first established on Savile Row in 1990 and its all about bringing a refined Italian approach to a more…
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The most delicious alcohol-free drinks to crush Dry January
You’re halfway through January and you’ve officially outgrown kombucha. The daytime parade of wellness drinks has done its job, and by early evening, you’re craving something that feels just a little more like a treat – a drink you can pour, sit with, and mentally swap for your usual glass of wine or G&T. Yes,…
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January wellness in London: New events, menus and experiences
The so-called January blues aren’t just a grab-by-the-collar phrase. Many of us experience low mood, lethargy and lack of motivation during winter months, and the post-festive slump doesn’t help. That’s why now is the perfect time to really take care of your body, mind and soul, introduce practical ways to reset routines, lift energy levels…
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Review: Winter Aperitivo at The Italian Greyhound: An unflashy, polished slice of Italy in Marylebone
A stroll around Marylebone tells you one thing: there’s no shortage of enchanting little restaurants in this part of London. They tend to be laid-back, confident in their own version of fancy, and rarely big names (except the occasional Gail’s, which we can’t ever seem to escape). The area feels like an antiques market for…
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Review: Lucky Londoners – You can now enjoy The Pot Luck Club’s bold flavours at The Waldorf Hilton
Few things are as heart-warming as a potluck dinner. Though usually, it’s a gathering of friends and family and a flurry of home cooking. The Pot Luck Club takes that same spirit of sharing and transforms it into a high-end dining experience – one that’s every bit as convivial, but with flawless execution. If you…
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