The Best Things To Try In London

Calling all long distance runners and marathon lovers. Taking place on Saturday 4th April 2026, Puresport is hosting the final long run of its 16-week marathon training block – a 32k loop run starting from the Hackney Clubhouse.

Hackney Clubhouse will be open from 9:00am, the run starts 9:30am and is expected to finish by midday. It will be in a 10k loop format, led by run leaders, meaning there is the opportunity to take on shorter distances if preferred. For those who prefer just “the vibes” – there’s also a shorter 5k distance to take on too.

Hyperice will be on-site with massage guns, Normatec leg compression boots, and expert staff. The Puresport team will be on hand throughout, with CEO Dan Temm taking part in the run himself, as he looks ahead to London Marathon. There’ll also be product giveaways on the day, including Hyperice boots and Puresport marathon supply packs for a dose of added runner rejuvenation.

Where: Hackney Clubhouse (398 Mentmore Terrace, E8 3PH).
When: Saturday 4th April 2026
How: Find out more via instagram.com

Celebrate International Liquorice Day this April by joining LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW in its mission to convert all liquorice haters. This April, Brits across the nation are being challenged to put that opinion to the test as part of Danish gourmet confectionery brand LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW’s ambitious global initiative, converting liquorice haters into lovers, one tasting at a time.

To mark International Liquorice Day (12th April), the brand is launching the world’s largest liquorice tasting, inviting fans and sceptics alike. The concept is simple: Bring a Hater. Participants are invited to visit LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW stores across London or order online, bringing along someone who claims they dislike liquorice. In return, they’ll be offered a complimentary tasting experience designed to challenge expectations. 

Every liquorice lover knows someone who proclaims that they hate it, in fact LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW recently discovered that the UK is the most skeptical nation when it comes to the flavour, with over a third of Brits actively disliking it, and almost a quarter claiming they could never be converted. International Liquorice Day is the perfect moment to challenge that perception, bring a hater and see if they can be converted!

When: Complimentary tastings will be available between Tuesday 7th – Sunday 12th April
Where: At 36 John Lewis nationwide, Liberty London and at the LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW stores in Canary Wharf, Monmouth Street Seven Dials, and Westfield London.
Wallet: Free to attend 

One for the wine lovers. After hosting sold-out experiences across global cities, the Swirlies crew lands in East London for one night only. Hosted by Amari Collins (aka VinDealer), a wine aficionado known for her unpretentious and irreverent approach to wine tasting, this immersive experience takes over The Snug at One Hundred Shoreditch for a high energy one night only tasting with a twist. Collins is known for making wine feel fun and accessible, shaped by a lifelong exposure to tasting and pairing through her father, a former sommelier.

Running from 6pm to 9pm, the three-hour experience includes six wines, playful “naughty” pairings, games, and even a choreographed dance, all designed to strip away the formality of traditional tastings and make wine feel fun, social and accessible. ‘Sip’ you there.

Where: The Snug, One Hundred Shoreditch
When: Saturday 2 May 2026, 6–9pm
How: Find out more via onehundredshoreditch.com

The Corner Shop is transformed into a space inspired by the soulful atmosphere of traditional Italian markets, where vintage curtains, wooden crates, handwritten signs, and vibrant seasonal produce recreate the spontaneity of open-air stalls. At the heart of the space, the fruit cart and fruit table invite guests to discover the collection as if they were picking the fruit of the day.

Central to the pop-up is Golden Goose’s signature Co-Creation experience. At a vintage communal table, clients work one-to-one with Dream Makers to personalise sneakers, ready-to-wear, and accessories with charms, embellishments, pins, hand-painted details, and screen-printed graphics, ensuring every piece becomes a unique expression of individuality.

Custom drawings feature fruit-inspired elements – including vegetables and blooming flowers – further connecting each creation to the spirit of the space. Adjacent, a special fruit cart features dedicated stickers, postcards, and a summer fruit smoothie station, encouraging visitors to pause, connect, and savour the moment.

The pop-up features a dedicated selection of ready-to-wear, boots, bags, accessories, and sneakers, including limited-edition and archival pieces. A key highlight is the global preview of the Marathon Speed sneaker, previously launched exclusively in Korea, China and in select wholesale partners, and now available at Selfridges.

Throughout the residency, a curated program of immersive workshops brings the Frutteria Golden spirit to life, from sculptural fruit bouquets and fruit ikebana to textile printing with natural fruit stamps and creative colander decoration. Each session transforms everyday elements into moments of beauty and shared creativity:

Colander décor: 1, 2 & 22 April
Reimagine a classic colander as a one-of-a-kind creation through painting and thread weaving.

Fruit printing: 8, 9 & 23 April
Use fresh fruit as natural stamps to print and personalise your own cotton tea towel.

Fruit bouquets with Octavia Flowers: 15 & 16 April
Create your own sculptural bouquet using fresh fruit and seasonal vegetables, turning everyday ingredients into an unexpected work of art.

How: Find out more and make a booking via selfridges.com
Where: 400 Oxford St, London W1A 1AB

From Tuesday 31st March Berners Tavern, Fitzrovia’s gastronomic gem under the helm of Executive Chef Andrei Poptelecan and Chef Patron Jason Atherton will welcome the start of warmer months to come with a brand new menu celebrating the best local, seasonal produce available during spring and summer.

Curated to reflect the bounty of the changing seasons, the new menu highlights seasonal ingredients, brought to life through elegant, flavour driven dishes. With a shared passion for locally-sourced British ingredients, both Jason and Andrei bring an innovative approach to menu development. Jason’s classical training and meticulous attention to detail are complemented by Andrei’s modern perspective and flair for bold, layered flavours.

The menu will begin with starters such as Spring Kentish Pea Salad with radishes and spiced mint yogurt dressing, and English Watercress and Potato Soup paired with confit salmon, apple and feta. Richer options include Cornish Brown Crab Doughnut with apple, pear and celery salad, and Aged Scottish Beef Tartare served with smoked bone marrow, sourdough, softened garlic and cured egg yolk and more. 

Mains will include Veal Schnitzel topped with fried duck egg, chimichurri dressing, rocket salad and truffle mayonnaise, 24-hour Lamb Neck Lasagna with roasted harissa peppers and smoked olive salsa verde and Lamb Rump served with creamed mashed potato, petit pois and smoked olive salsa verde. Designed for long leisurely lunches, sharing dishes will feature a hearty BBQ Hot Pot with slow-cooked lamb shoulder, jersey royal potatoes and ratatouille.

To finish will be a selection of desserts ranging from British Wildflower Honey Burnt Cream with lemon thyme madeleine and Buddha’s hand citrus, and Chocolate Tart with blood orange compote, Maldon sea salt and vanilla ice cream. Quintessential British  favourites are reimagined in the Old English Trifle with lime-infused strawberry compote and vanilla bean Chantilly, while the Lemon Posset with macerated summer berries, lime sorbet and cardamom crumble offers a light, zesty conclusion.

When: The new menu is available from the 31st March
How: For more information and to book please visit bernerstavern.com
Where: 10 Berners St, London W1T 3NP

Hold onto your forks – the dessert menu at Wahaca is getting a gloriously OTT takeover. For a limited time only, the Mexican-inspired restaurant is partnering with Tony’s Chocolonely, the chocolate company that exists to end exploitation in cocoa, to create four playful new desserts, plus a cocktail designed to dial up the decadence and bring a little extra joy to the end of every meal.

The special menu runs from 25th March to 28th April at Wahaca’s restaurants across the UK, with the collaboration reflecting the values shared by both brands around ethical sourcing and sustainability.

Taking a turn from savoury to sweet, tacos are at the heart of the Tony’s collab. Crispy tortillas are rolled in cinnamon sugar and filled with unapologetic deliciousness – these are so much more than your average sweet treats. Guests can choose between two limited-edition dessert tacos, created using Tony’s Chocolonely:

Tony’s ‘Everything’ Taco (£8.95) – filled with vanilla ice cream, rich chocolate sauce, candied pecans, honeycomb and a generous chocolate chunk for good measure. A raucous riot of texture and flavour!
The Chocolate Cherry Taco (£8.95) –  frosty, fruity and fabulous, combining cherry ripple ice cream with dark chocolate, topped with raspberry-dusted cream and a glossy glacé cherry.

And because no Mexican dessert menu would be complete without them, Wahaca’s much-loved churros are also getting the Tony’s treatment. Crisp, golden Mexican doughnuts are served with a selection of sensational sides for dipping, including:

Straight-Up Chocolate (£6.95) – the classic, with rich, velvety chocolate sauce for purists.
‘Everything’ Dipping (£7.50) – for those who want it all: chocolate sauce and shavings alongside candied pecans and honeycomb for dipping, dunking and sprinkling.

Pair your choice of dessert with the Tony’s Tipsy Chocco-Latte (£10.95) – a decadent blend of Kahlúa, vodka and chocolate cream, served over ice with a rim of chocolate shavings and garnished with a suitably seasonal chocolate egg. It’s smooth, sumptuous and totally indulgent.

And if all that wasn’t sweet enough, diners enjoying the limited-edition menu will also have the chance to win a year’s supply of Tony’s Chocolonely chocolate and a coveted churros gold card in a special prize draw. Visitors to Wahaca can simply scan the QR code on the dessert menu to enter.

Where: Various Wahaca locations
How: Find out more and make a booking via wahaca.co.uk
When: From 25th March to 28th April 2026

Bubbly, anyone? Sycamore at Middle Eight will host a ticketed Maison Pommery champagne tasting on the evening of 8th April 2026 in Covent Garden, giving Londoners a spring evening built around three pours from the house, complimentary canapés and a rare chance to taste Pommery’s prestige cuvée, Cuvée Louise 2006.

Taking place from 6pm to 8pm at the restaurant on Great Queen Street, the event arrives as London shifts into a more social spring rhythm, giving what’s-on pages a timely reason to spotlight something more refined and distinctive than the usual drinks-led evening.

Set within Sycamore, Middle Eight’s Italian restaurant, the tasting will begin with a welcome glass of Pommery Louis Sparkling England on arrival, before guests are seated for a guided presentation and tasting. Three champagnes will be poured over the course of the evening: Pommery Brut Royal NV, Pommery 1874 Apanage Blanc de Blancs NV, newly launched to the UK market, and Pommery Cuvée Louise 2006 Prestige. A complimentary selection of four canapés will be served alongside.

The evening is positioned less as a formal masterclass and more as an elegant, well-paced social tasting in the heart of central London. That makes it especially relevant now: as the city’s spring calendar fills with terrace reopenings and familiar seasonal events, this offers something with a stronger sense of occasion; polished and rooted in both discovery and atmosphere.

The inclusion of Pommery 1874 Apanage Blanc de Blancs NV gives the evening an added sense of currency, while the chance to taste Cuvée Louise 2006 brings weight and rarity to the experience. Together, they make this feel less like a standard tasting and more like a one-off event for Londoners looking for something properly special midweek.

As an added detail, guests will also have the opportunity to purchase a limited-edition gift box of Cuvée Louise vintage champagne on the night, giving the event an extra layer of exclusivity.

Where: Sycamore at Middle Eight, 66 Great Queen Street, London, WC2B 5BX
When: 8th April 2026, 6pm – 8pm
Wallet: £50 per person
How: Find out more and make a booking via middleeight.com

Award-winning Neapolitan pizza restaurant group, Crust Bros, has teamed up with modern Irish restaurant and bar Daffodil Mulligan, run by restaurateur Richard Corrigan, to deliver a celebration of Irish flavour on a pizza.

The collaboration sees Crust Bros reinterpret Daffodil Mulligan’s culinary signature through the lens of their expertly crafted Neapolitan pizzas. Renowned for its fire-led cooking and celebration of Irish produce, Daffodil Mulligan has built a reputation for bold, flavour-driven dishes.

Born from this collaboration is the Guinness Rarebit & Sugar Pit Cured Bacon Pizza: a hearty, standout creation made using Crust Bros’ freshly prepared dough,  baked to achieve their signature charred leopard-print crust. Followed with a rich, velvety Guinness Rarebit base, layered with sugar pit cured bacon from celebrated Irish butcher Peter Hannan, supplier for Fortnum & Mason, alongside spring onions and chives, finished with a drizzle of Guinness BBQ sauce for a smoky-sweet lift and shaved Coolea cheese on top.

Plus, for every pizza sold, £1 will be donated to the Irish Youth Foundation, of which Richard is a Patron

Where: Available at all Crust Bros locations
Wallet: £17.90, for a limited time
How: Find out more via crustbros.co.uk

One for the style seekers. On 28th March, The Kensington unveils Fashion Becomes Tea – an avant-garde afternoon tea inspired by the radical imagination and surrealist elegance of The V&A Museum’s highly anticipated exhibition, Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art, which launches on the same day, just moments from the hotel.

Drawing from the exhibition’s bold visual language and boundary-breaking spirit, the experience transforms haute couture into a sensorial journey of flavour, texture and form. Sculptural pastries, expressive colour palettes and unexpected flavour pairings evoke the drama and artistry of the runway, reinterpreted through the refined culinary lens of one of Kensington’s most elegant hotels.

A celebration of surrealism and craftsmanship, each element of the afternoon tea is designed with the same meticulous attention to detail found in couture ateliers – dramatic silhouettes, playful trompe-l’œil techniques and striking compositions that delight both eye and palate.

Among the sweet highlights is Le Choux Shoe, a caramel choux bun filled with apricot gel and caramel chocolate, nodding to the Maison’s iconic upside-down shoe hat, conceived in collaboration with Salvador Dalí, and on display in the exhibition. The Pink Parfum celebrates the renowned 1937 perfume, ‘Shocking’, featured in the exhibition, through a ruby chocolate bavarois layered with berry medley and cacao Sablé Breton, while The Iconic Atelier, shaped like an eye, is an homage to the surrealist movement and its impact on couture and culture – with a mandarin curd tart crowned with orange jelly and white chocolate ganache.

Completing the collection is Le Trou de Serrure, an elegant espresso and mascarpone opera gâteau that celebrates Elsa Schiaparelli’s Italian roots and French joie de vivre with inspiration from the original emblems and codes featured throughout the exhibition.

The savoury selection offers an expressive mix of both classic and whimsical elements. From cucumber, dill and cream cheese on black sesame charcoal brioche to roasted red pepper with hummus and black olive crumble, alongside coronation chicken with apricot, and a beetroot, pecan and goat’s cheese tart, complemented by the chef’s seasonal ever-changing savoury creation.

The Kensington’s signature scones – both plain and fruit – are served warm with clotted cream and homemade jam. Guests then progress through the series of surrealist pâtisserie creations, each inspired by the theatricality and bold aesthetic synonymous with the esteemed fashion house presented prominently in Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art.

To elevate the experience further, guests may pair the afternoon tea with Le Petite Bisou, a delicate yet intriguing cocktail combining Sauvelle vodka, Amaro Santoni, Champagne, lychee juice and almond and hibiscus cordial, sealed with a contrasting black charcoal sugar lip-shaped garnish. Floral, sparkling and softly bittersweet, the drink arrives in a striking shade of pink.

Beyond the tea lounge, the celebration continues at the hotel’s sophisticated K Bar, where a quartet of surrealist cocktails reimagine classic flavour profiles through playful illusion and unexpected composition.

The experience coincides with the landmark exhibition Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art at the Victoria & Albert South Kensington, the first UK exhibition dedicated to the visionary designer. Opening in March 2026, the show charts the extraordinary legacy of Elsa Schiaparelli from the 1920s to the present day, tracing the evolution of the maison and its continued influence under creative director Daniel Roseberry.

Just moments from the museum itself, Fashion Becomes Tea offers guests a deliciously imaginative extension of the exhibition – where couture meets cuisine, and surrealism unfolds one exquisite bite at a time.

Wallet: Starting from £65.00 per person including a selection of Rare Teas
Where: 109-113 Queen’s Gate, South Kensington, London SW7 5LP
How: Find out more and make a booking via doylecollection.com

On Wednesday 29^th April, as London’s love affair with French cuisine continues to blossom, a rare culinary collaboration arrives in London as two titans of French gastronomy unite for a one-night-only event.

Yannick Alléno, the world’s most decorated Michelin-starred chef, welcomes Claude Bosi, the celebrated force behind some of London’s most successful modern French restaurants to Pavyllon London at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane. 

At a time when a new wave of bistros and bouchons are reigniting the city’s appetite for French gastronomy, this exclusive dinner – part of Pavyllon’s celebrated ‘Counter Culture’ series – offers a compelling showcase of the craft, precision and enduring appeal of French cooking at its highest level.

During the special evening, Pavyllon London will transform into a bouchon-style bistro inspired by Claude’s latest openings, Joséphine, in Chelsea and Marylebone.

A collaborative six-course menu, featuring the finest seasonal produce, showcases Claude’s Lyonnaise heritage and deceptively simple yet sophisticated cuisine, alongside Yannick’s pioneering approach to modern French cooking, including his signature extraction and cryoconcentration techniques. An optional wine pairing, curated by the restaurant’s expert sommelier, will be available on the evening.

Diners will be able to interact with both chefs as they cook behind the restaurant’s central open counter and visit tables. Reservations can be made from 6pm – 8:30pm, with guests seated at either the counter or in the elegant main dining room.*

How: Book your seat for this extraordinary dining experience via pavyllonlondon.com
Wallet: Tickets are £145 for six courses, excluding service
When: Wednesday 29^th April
Where: Hamilton Pl, London W1J 7DR

SushiDog is teaming up with Kung Fu Mama to launch a limited-edition collaboration bowl featuring Kung Fu Mama’s sun-dried noodles, available at all SushiDog locations from 31 March.

Created by the four co-founders behind both brands — Chris Hsu (Kung Fu Mama), Noam Bar‑Chang (co-founder of Ottolenghi and Kung Fu Mama), Greg Ilsen (SushiDog), and Nick Goldstein (SushiDog) — the special bowl combines SushiDog’s flavour-packed ingredients and fresh, made-to-order approach with Kung Fu Mama’s springy, hand-folded Taiwanese noodles.

The limited-time bowl layers vibrant flavours and textures, topped with Miso Honey Chicken, Sriracha Mayo, Purple Cabbage, Cucumber, Pickled Ginger, Spring Onions, Wonton Chips, and Sesame Seeds — delivering a harmonious mix of sweet, spicy, and umami in every bite.

The collaboration brings together two fast-growing London food brands known for their distinctive Asian-inspired dishes, crafted for flavour and speed in the heart of the city.

Where: Available at all SushiDog locations
How: Find out more via instagram.com
When: Available from from 31 March 2026

As coffee culture moves beyond the cup and into the realm of creativity, Page8 hotel, Trafalgar Square, is pleased to announce a new series of hands-on workshops taking place this spring and summer in the Page Common Coffee House.

Led by illustrator and workshop facilitator Alice Peake, the new sessions invite Londoners and hotel guests to explore art and mindfulness through the unexpected medium of coffee, alongside a cyanotype printing workshop launching in June.

Tapping into the growing appetite for creative, low-pressure experiences and mindful ways to socialise – with recent research showing 58%* of 18- to 44-year-olds now prefer “low-pressure” social settings – the series offers an alternative evening plan for the sober-curious and those seeking connection, creativity and a chance to switch off from screens. The workshops form part of Page8’s wider creative programme, which also includes its popular Art Dating Clubs, bringing together Londoners through shared artistic experiences.

Suminagashi with Coffee – Monday 20 April
Inspired by the Japanese art of suminagashi, meaning “floating ink”, this workshop introduces participants to the meditative process of marbling patterns on water. Within this hour-long session, Alice will introduce participants to this Japanese mindful marbling technique.  In a fun twist inspired by the Coffee House setting, participants will use coffee as the ink medium to create organic swirling designs before transferring them onto paper to produce unique prints.

Each participant will experiment with creating several marbled pieces, learning how subtle movements and techniques can shape the delicate patterns that emerge. The session is designed to be both creative and calming, allowing guests to enjoy a slow, experimental approach to artmaking.

Watercolour paper, coffee marbling dye and marbling brushes are all provided, and participants will be able to take home their own beautifully marbled print, documenting their personalised Suminagashi design.

Date & Time: Monday 20^th April, 6pm – 7pm
Prices & Inclusions: £15 including soft drink, beer, or glass of wine
How: pagehotels.com

Espresso Yourself: Still Life Painting with Coffee – Tuesday 26 May
Guests will explore the rich tones and textures of coffee as a painting medium in this relaxed still-life workshop. Participants will learn how to mix coffee into different shades before creating their own artwork inspired by everyday café objects.

Working with watercolour paper and brushes, attendees will experiment with layering coffee washes to build depth and contrast while painting a selection of still-life objects including cups, beans and other café-inspired items.

Date & Time: Tuesday 26^th May, 6pm – 7pm
Prices & Inclusions: £15 including soft drink, beer, or glass of wine
How: pagehotels.com

Cyanotype Printing Workshop – Tuesday 16 June
The third workshop introduces guests to cyanotype printing, an early photographic printing technique that produces striking Prussian blue images.

In the floral-themed workshop participants will arrange flowers and foliage to create compositions on light-sensitive paper before exposing them to light to reveal the distinctive cyan-blue prints. The workshop will guide guests through the full process, from creating their design to developing and rinsing their final prints. Guests will leave with a set of their own cyanotype artworks and a deeper understanding of this historic photographic process.

Date & Time: Tuesday 16^th June, 6pm – 7.30pm
Ticket price £20 including a soft drink, beer, or glass of wine.
How: pagehotels.com

Neighbourhood Italian restaurant Rossella will open its second North London site in Muswell Hill this May, building on the success of its much-loved Kentish Town restaurant with a new space bringing together a restaurant, bar and deli under one roof.

The new Muswell Hill site, located on St James’s Square (107 Muswell Hill Road, N10 3HS), reflects a natural expansion of the brand into another North London neighbourhood with a strong local identity. Designed as an all-day destination, the space will include a full restaurant, a separate bar for aperitivo and cocktails, serving a menu of small plates and pizzas, and a deli element showcasing Rossella’s own products and curated Italian hampers.

The menu in Muswell Hill will stay true to Rossella’s ethos while introducing a more expansive à la carte menu with a stronger emphasis on generous mains. Alongside signature pasta dishes such as Tagliatelle Ragù di Agnello, a slow braised lamb ragù, and Spaghetti allo Scoglio, seafood in a Napoli sauce, the menu places greater focus on seasonal main dishes, including Veal Milanese, Bistecca Tagliata, sliced steak served with a rocket and parmesan salad, and Salmone alla Puttanesca, creating a more rounded, bistro-style menu.

When: Rossella Muswell Hill is set to open in early May 2026.
How: Find out more via rossella.co.uk

Join Berry Bros. & Rudd after hours in their Spirit Shop, for a very special evening with Royal Brackla.

Royal Brackla was the first Scotch whisky to receive a Royal Warrant, granted in 1833 by King William IV, and is one of just three distilleries permitted to use the “Royal” moniker. Over two centuries later, quality here remains strong: Royal Brackla’s range of Highland single malt Scotch whiskies are spectacular, and this is your chance to try six of their best.

Over the course of the evening, you’ll be treated to tasters of bottlings like the 19-Year-Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish, the 21-Year-Old Oloroso, Palo Cortado & Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish and the 23-Year-Old Tokaji Cask Finish.

The price of each ticket will also include a £25 gift voucher.

Drinks to be served on the evening:
Royal Brackla Welcome Cocktail
Royal Brackla, Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish, 12-Year-Old, Highland, Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Royal Brackla, Palo Cortado Sherry Cask Finish, 18-Year-Old, Highland, Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Royal Brackla, Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish, 19-Year-Old, Highland, Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Royal Brackla, Oloroso, Palo Cortado & Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish, 21-Year-Old, Highland, Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Royal Brackla, Tokaji Cask Finish, 23-Year-Old, Highland, Single Malt Scotch Whisky

When: Thursday, 16 April 2026, 18:30 to 20:30
Where: Spirits Shop, No.1 St James’s Street, London SW1A 1EF
Wallet: £50.00pp
How: Find out more and make a booking via bbr.com

We all know that small actions lead to much bigger ones. This March, Plenish invites Londoners to the Plenish Ritual Room – a free and immersive pop-up designed to transform daily routines through mighty rituals.

The Plenish Ritual Room will be open for one day only on Thursday 26 March, from 7am-4pm, at 1 Kingsland Rd, London E2 8AA. Guests are invited to step inside and supercharge their day through expert-led movement, mindset reset activities, and practical nutrition tips, all focused on combining small steps to create lasting change.

Visitors will be welcomed by the Shots Concierge, who will identify the perfect Plenish shot to suit their needs – whether that’s Ginger, Berry Gut Health, Turmeric, or Ultra Ginger. A limited number of 40 minute Energiser Sessions will also be available to pre-book. Each session is led by an expert and includes:

• 20 minutes of pulse-raising pilates
• A 10 minute mindset reset workshop
• A 10 minute nutrition talk

Following each session, attendees can choose from an array of exclusive Plenish merch to take home, and enjoy a selection of Plenish shots and coffees. The Energiser Sessions can be booked for free via Eventbrite.

Lasting change doesn’t come from dramatic life overhauls, but from small and buildable habits. The Plenish Ritual Room brings this philosophy to life, showing how movement, mindset shifts and nutrition can be seamlessly woven into daily routines, starting with one small shot from Plenish.

The pop-up is free and open to all, however spaces for the Energiser Sessions are limited and must be booked in advance.

When: Thursday 26 March 2026, must be 18 years and above
Where: Plenish Ritual Room, 1 Kingsland Rd, London E2 8AA
When: 7am-4pm
How: Find out more and make a booking via eventbrite.co.uk

Dinner plans are sorted. JUL’S, the acclaimed Mediterranean restaurant and bar, has officially opened its doors in London’s West End. Set within a former bank near St James’s, in a building rich in heritage and history, JUL’S London reimagines its grand architecture with a design rooted in natural materials and artisanal craftsmanship, creating an intimate dining experience.

JUL’S was founded in Ibiza in 2018 by Executive Chef Christos Fotos, alongside Jem Akyuz and his son Ilhan. The group also includes Humain by JUL’S in Athens, known for its focused and experimental approach. The London opening continues the brand’s evolution, bringing Mediterranean ease into a London setting.

At JUL’S London, Chef Christos presents a Greek-inspired Mediterranean menu shaped by seasonality and locality. The cooking is vibrant, balanced and ingredient-led with dishes including Octopus Xidato prespa bean purée and pepper salsa; Bluefin Tuna Tartare blood orange ponzu and raspberry and beetroot sorbet; Slow-cooked Lamb Flatbread red onion jam, yoghurt and Gruyère; Silver Cod corn velouté, fennel salad and chilli glaze, and a Lobster Risotto butternut squash, truffle and espresso butter.

The design, by ArcSet, balances structure and warmth, extending Jul’s philosophy of nature and seasonality into the space itself.

How: For more information and to make a reservation, please visit julslondon.com
Where: 11 Waterloo Place, London, SW1Y 4AU

Love your lunches. MOI, the critically acclaimed Japanese-inspired restaurant, is redefining the lunchtime experience in Soho with its dreamy new Chef’s Choice Lunch Menu, a seasonal, three-course journey priced at £38 per person. 

The Chef’s Choice menu artfully combines traditional Japanese techniques with the finest British ingredients. With serene interiors, attentive service, and cooking that is precise yet unpretentious, MOI offers a welcome retreat from Soho’s midday bustle—perfect for business lunches or relaxed solo dining.

Changing with the seasons, the Chef’s Choice Lunch Menu invites guests to select from a curated choice of sushi and wood-fired mains. Signature dishes include:

• Smoked Cod’s Roe, Chilli, Fried Steamed Buns

• Bluefin Toro Taku Temaki (2 pc.)

• Sashimi Selection (3 pc.)

• Calcot Onion, Hazelnut Romesco, Shiso

• Grilled Baby Squid, Watercress, Watermelon Radish

• Shiitake & Smoked Celeriac, Nori

• Hereford Sirloin, Sansho Sauce, Roscoff Onion, Maitake

Take a moment out of the day to explore MOI’s new lunchtime offering – you’ll never look at homemade sandwiches quite the same. 

How: Find out more and make a booking via moirestaurant.com
Where: 86 Wardour St, Soho, W1F 0TQ
Wallet: £38.00 per person. 

If there’s one thing any mortal can’t resist, it’s a perfectly-made tiramisu. Across all Harry’s restaurants in Marylebone, Knightsbridge, King’s Cross, Victoria and Covent Garden, guests will be able to enjoy bottomless tiramisu all day for £10 on Sunday 21st March, served exactly as this classic dessert should be; generously and without holding back.

Harry’s tiramisu stays true to tradition, layering espresso coffee and rum-soaked Savoiardi sponge biscuits with a mascarpone and Marsala egg mousse, finished with a dusting of Valrhona bitter cocoa powder. It is rich, light and perfectly balanced, a grown-up treat that somehow still feels like pure comfort.

Meaning “pick me up”, tiramisu is a Venetian icon that has gone on to become one of the most recognisable and celebrated desserts in the world. This weekend is all about honouring that legacy and the simple, irresistible pleasure of spooning into soft layers of coffee-soaked sponge and mascarpone.

Where: Available across all Harry’s restaurants in Marylebone, Knightsbridge, King’s Cross, Victoria and Covent Garden
Wallet: £10pp
How: Find out more and make a booking via harrysdolcevita.com

As one of London’s original specialty coffee pioneers, Workshop Coffee in Belgravia has helped shape the city’s coffee scene for over a decade, working with respected hospitality names including Claridge’s, Raffles at The OWO, Hotel Café Royal and JKS Restaurants. The Workshop Cafe & Academy brings together the brand’s cafe, academy and hospitality expertise in one space, offering insight into Workshop’s approach to sourcing, education and design.

Alongside its precision led coffee programme, they’ve also just launched an all-day food menu which reflects the same principles of seasonality and craft. Designed by General Manager José Cortes, formerly of The Fat Duck Group, and Head Chef Pavels Stepanovs, it highlights exceptional British produce with subtle Mediterranean influences.

The all day menu features refined classics across grains, toast, eggs, sandwiches, salads and soups, while the coffee offering showcases both single origin coffees and signature blends across classic preparations and pour overs.

They also host coffee masterclasses at the academy, designed to help you elevate your coffee game at home. From dialling in beautifully balanced espresso shots to perfecting silky milk for your morning flat white, you will learn the techniques that turn everyday brewing into a craft.

The sessions also explore filter brewing methods, from pour overs to immersion techniques, with practical tips on adjusting grind size, brew ratios and recipe parameters to bring out the best in every cup.

Where: 22 Eccleston St, London, SW1W 9LT
How: Find out more via workshopcoffee.com
Wallet: £5.75-16

Launching on 20th April 2026 on 30 Upper Grosvenor Street, MA/NA is born from the Japanese philosophy that every ingredient carries an invisible power; a life-force shaped by nature and the hands that honour it. ‘Mana’ is defined as the spiritual energy that exists beneath the surface of all things and in all ingredients. It is felt rather than seen, it is what transforms emotion into experience, and a meal into memory.

Guided by this belief, the 156-cover restaurant and bar will serve refined Japanese dishes alongside an exceptional cocktail, wine and sake list. The restaurant and bar take equal billing – cocktails flow effortlessly into dinner, and dinner naturally returns to drinks. 

Executive Chef Leo Tanyag, of Los Mochis, JUNO & LUNA Omakase and formerly of OKKU Dubai, brings this philosophy to life through a menu inspired by Japan’s culinary traditions and modern sensibilities. The room itself carries a pulse: light, sound, design and service working together to elevate not only taste, but feeling.

Menu highlights include Ebi Wasabi (tiger shrimp tempura with creamy wasabi), Edamame Aburi (teriyaki edamame with black truffles), Kani Tartare Salad (king crab, Asian leaves, yuzu masago, pink peppercorns, espelette chilli, truffle ponzu and caviar pearls), Avocado Aburi (robata-seared avocado with asparagus, mushrooms and spicy mayo baked in a flaming shell), Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice, Scallop

Dynamite Maki (California maki with spicy scallop, tanuki and sweet soy), Bulgogi Robata (grilled bone-in ribeye with ginger, garlic and sesame soy), Wagyu Ishiyaki (M5 Wagyu seared on a Himalayan salt stone with garlic-soy, ponzu and mixed Asian leaves), and Truffle & Garlic Fried Rice. 

How: Guests are invited to register their interest for bookings for MA/NA at manarestaurants.com
Where: 30 Upper Grosvenor Street, London W1K 7PH
When: MA/NA will open on April 20th 2026 

Opening on Old Street in Shoreditch on 28th April, Tavern is a new British bistro from the team behind Nest and the Michelin starred and Green Star Restaurant St Barts. Inspired by the warmth and familiarity of pub culture, Tavern will channel the buzzy energy of a great local whilst serving refined, bistro style food.

Taking over the former Nest site, the space will be reimagined with a clean, cosy bistro feel. Upon entering, a large kitchen counter clad in black slate wraps around the open kitchen, forming the heart of the room.

The kitchen will be headed up by Executive Chef Brendan Appleby, whose previous experience includes Inver, Silo and Lyles, and who has served as Head Chef at Restaurant St Barts for the past two years.

The menu will change regularly with a small number of daily specials, focusing on seasonal British produce, whole animal butchery and dishes cooked over fire. To begin, guests can enjoy snacks such as devilled pig skin with smoked cod’s roe, hogget scrumpets with mint, or the Tavern sausage served with curry sauce in a nod to chip shop classics. Other dishes will include the Chunion ‘puff’ – a cheese and onion filled gougère – barbecued cuttlefish and pork XO skewers, and British bluefin tuna tostada with Irish wasabi.

For those settling in for dinner, larger plates will include Brixham turbot with English sparkling wine and cobnut sauce, Yew Tree Farm hogget with anchovy and ewe’s curd, and Tamworth pork served nose to tail with cider mustard sauce. For sharing, Welsh Wagyu rib of beef will be served on the bone, with marrow and Dorset snails and set to become a Tavern staple, the crispy veal sweetbread burger makes the perfect tableside accompaniment, or enjoyed at the counter with a freshly poured tankard of beer.

Desserts lean into nostalgic British flavours, from a ‘British Chocolate’ tart with barley ice cream to Todoli lemon sorbet with meringue, Baron Bigod malt loaf with fermented honey and bread and butter pudding ice cream, the kind of dishes that make lingering at the table feel easy.

When: Bookings for Tavern will go live on Monday 30th March.
Where: 374-378 Old St, London EC1V 9LT
How: Find out more via tavernlondon.co.uk

Now here’s an event to go bananas over. Black Sheep Coffee is pressing start on spring with Banana Arcade – a one-weekend-only immersive pop-up celebrating the launch of its new banana-powered menu, from Saturday 21st to Sunday 22nd March.

Taking over the Coleman Street store, Banana Arcade transforms the space into a fully immersive, arcade-style playground inspired by retro gaming, playful escapism and feel-good nostalgia. Expect bold flavour, throwback energy and high-impact content moments across a space designed purely for fun.

Guests can step inside the Banana Arcade with a £5 ticket, which includes one hour of immersive arcade access and a Banana drink of choice, either an Iced Banana Latte or an Iced Banana Matcha, alongside banana cheesecake from Pleesecakes.

The experience continues with branded arcade games, a claw machine stocked with prizes, a nostalgic pick ’n’ mix station, a Polaroid photo moment and access to an exclusive Banana Arcade merch store.

Designed as a playful switch-off from the everyday, Banana Arcade blends nostalgic gaming with limited-edition menu items and content-ready moments throughout the space – bringing Black Sheep Coffee’s latest seasonal drop to life beyond the cup.

Black Sheep Coffee’s new Banana Arcade menu introduces indulgent iced banana lattes, matcha frappes, fresh wraps and a vibrant acai bowl – a limited-time line-up designed to feel familiar, fun and unapologetically comforting.

When: Banana Arcade is running from 21st March to 22nd March 2026 from 10-5pm
Where: 35 Coleman St, London EC2R 5EH
How: Find out more and make a booking via qr1.be/Q8NX1B

East of Eden is an inclusive and welcoming movement community in Walthamstow. They want to help everyone find connection and joy in moving their bodies regardless of size, shape, age, fitness level, ability, race, religion, ethnicity, sexuality or gender.

This month are hosting an entire day of FREE 30 minute classes in every studio on Saturday 14th March to celebrate 10 years of reformer at East of Eden.

Over the years, East of Eden’s reformers have had quite the journey: starting in the original 8-bed studio (now the café), moving down the mews to number 9 (now Skandihus) during the 2019/20 refurb, briefly into what is now Barre/Hot just before COVID, then into the garage for outdoor reformer in March 2021 so they could reopen early. When studios fully reopened that May, they returned to Studio 3. The studio expanded into the neighbouring space in 2022, and aside from a short stay in RIDE in early 2024 during refurb works, that’s been home ever since.

Ten years definitely calls for a celebration. Join us on the afternoon of Saturday March 14th for free 30-minute classes in every studio. Choose from reformer, ride, yoga, strength, inferno, barre, hot yoga or calisthenics. Classes are free to book – and if you can, please donate to our JustGiving page supporting Doctors Without Borders – CLICK HERE TO DONATE.

When: Saturday 14th March
How: Please note: classes will be photographed. By attending, you consent to images being used for marketing. To book please click visit eastofeden.uk
Where: Studio 1, 14 Hatherley Mews, London E17 4QP

There’s something about a Friday night in the City. The week loosens its grip, the room fills steadily, and dinner shifts from formality to the first act of the evening. The City’s iconic dining institution, 1 Lombard Street, introduces a new reason to linger a little longer.

Diners can now indulge in a perfectly cooked butcher’s cut steak made using exceptional beef rooted in heritage and craft, proudly sourced from Ireland’s master butcher, Peter Hannan.

Priced at £27, the steak is served properly: with classic Béarnaise or peppercorn sauce and bottomless fries that keep coming – presented on a silver platter for added Friday-night theatre. No small plates. No overthinking. Just good beef and frites that don’t run out. 

Where: 1 Lombard Street, London EC3V 9AA
When: Available every Friday from 3pm
How: Find out more and make a booking via 1lombardstreet.com

Opening its doors to guests on 30^th March 2026, restaurateur Des Gunewardena, founder of D3 Collective and co-founder and former CEO of D&D London, will unveil Pillar Hall – a landmark 30,000 sq ft restaurant, speakeasy, events and live music destination at Olympia.

Becoming the first hospitality opening within Olympia’s £1.3 billion regeneration, Pillar Hall marks the beginning of a new cultural era for West London.

Set within the magnificent Grade II* listed hall – once home to one of Britain’s earliest film screenings and the venue for Vivienne Westwood’s first catwalk show – the reopening restores the building’s original spirit as a place for celebration, gathering and performance.

Originally designed in 1886 by architect Henry Edward Coe, also behind Olympia’s iconic Grand Hall, the hall was purpose built for exhibitions, concerts, balls and circus performances. 140 years later, that legacy returns – reimagined as an exciting new destination for dining, music and events.

Pillar Hall will bring together three distinct yet connected experiences:
• Idalia – a vibrant and glamorous 300-cover all-day restaurant and bar, opening 30th March
• Pepperbird – an intimate speakeasy-style bar inspired by Olympia’s musical heritage, opening 2nd April
• Upstairs at Pillar Hall – a dramatic 500+ capacity event and live music venue opening June 2026

When: Launching 30 March 2026
How: Find out more via pillarhall.co.uk
Where: Olympia Way, London W14 0NE

Alley Cats, the cult New York–style pizzeria known for its 14-inch pies and neighbourhood energy, is set to open its newest restaurant at 233 Portobello Road.

With the space set over 2 floors, passersby at ground level will find a walk-up “slice hatch” for direct grab-and-go service, offering individual 18-inch slices for those on the move plus full-service seating available upstairs.

The Portobello Road restaurant marks a new chapter for Alley Cats, designed to serve both locals and international fans with the new dual-level space offering two distinct experiences. Upstairs, a first-floor dining room provides a more relaxed setting with full table service, while a hidden outdoor terrace offers additional seating tucked away from the street.

With the new opening comes new dishes which have been created by Sicilian-born Head Chef Francesco Macrì, who has expanded Alley Cats’ offering while staying true to its New York spirit. Alongside the familiar 14-inch whole pies and classic slices, the Portobello Road menu will introduce their new Fat Cat Squares (Alley Cats own interpretation of Sicilian square pizza), a variety of sub sandwiches; including a Philly cheesesteak, deep-fried carbonara bites and a comforting aubergine parmigiana.

Where: Alley Cats Pizza, 233 Portobello Road, London W11 1LT
How: Find out more and make a booking via alleycatspizza.co.uk

One for the chocolate worshippers. Nicolas Rouzaud brings a touch of nostalgic French indulgence to Le Café by Nicolas Rouzaud with a limited-edition Easter egg inspired by one of France’s most iconic pastries,  the brioche à tête. 

At Le Café, where the brioche à tête sits at the heart of the menu, Easter is gourmand by nature.  Rouzaud reinterprets the brioche’s silhouette in smooth milk chocolate transforming an everyday  classic into a playful seasonal centrepiece.

Glossy milk chocolate encases layers of pillowy vanilla  marshmallow caramel and roasted hazelnuts creating a rich, melt-away centre. Inspired by the  warmth of traditional French pâtisserie, this year’s egg reflects Nicolas’ belief that celebrations should  always be marked with something truly delicious. 

Crafted from fine milk chocolate, the egg mirrors the sculptural curves of a traditional brioche à tête.  Beneath its glossy shell lies a soft layer of vanilla marshmallow giving way to flowing caramel and  roasted hazelnuts, a perfect balance of sweetness, nuttiness and vanilla warmth. The result is rich and  indulgent, creating the perfect harmony of sweetness and delicate vanilla. 

When: Available 16 March – 6 April 2026 only
Wallet: £45
Where: Le Café by Nicolas Rouzaud, 66-67 Burlington Arcade, London, W1J 0QU.