When searching for the finest activities in London every weekend, it becomes quite challenging not to end up more bewildered and undecided than when one began. While it's always a splendid idea to ensure a reservation at one of the capital's premier restaurants, spend an evening in one of the most recent innovative bars to hit the scene, or even visit an iconic London landmark, we're constantly on the lookout for new, thrilling pop-ups, openings, and events.
Each week, we gain exclusive insights into exciting activities in London for the forthcoming weekend to assist us in discovering a new area of the city or exploring a new venue in a neighbourhood we (thought we had) already explored.
1. Feast at a fantastic supper club
Vivek Singh's newest supper club event unites the four finalists of MasterChef: The Professionals 2020 for a two-day culinary extravaganza. Santosh Shah, Philli Armitage-Mattin, Bart Van der Lee, and Alex Webb collaborate with the executive chef and CEO of Cinnamon Collection at Cinnamon Kitchen City in Devonshire Square for the Fantastic Five Supper Club. The event kicks off with an array of unique canapés, leading to a main course that showcases dishes such as grilled brill by Bart, Vivek's innovative vegetable dish, and Santosh's dessert, amongst others.
Address: Cinnamon Kitchen, 9 Devonshire Square, London EC2M 4YL
Website: eventbrite.co.uk; cinnamon-kitchen.com
Price: £100 per person; wine pairings cost an additional £60 per person
Date: Friday 1 - Saturday 2 March
2. Sample Vietnam's street food staples
The internet phenomenon Six by Nico returns, this time honouring the dynamic flavours of Vietnam's street food culture with a fresh six-course tasting menu. Drawing on their encounters in Hanoi, the culinary team presents dishes like the traditional Bún Riêu (noodle soup) for the amuse-bouche, starters such as crispy prawn nem rán, and a robust Gỏi Xoài main course featuring tamarind-glazed chicken, sweet potato hash, crispy leg salad, and burnt mango. Vegetarian options are offered for each course, alongside a selection of wine and specialist drinks pairings.
Address: Six by Nico Fitzrovia, 41 Charlotte Street, Fitzrovia, London, W1T 1RR; Six by Nico Canary Wharf, 6 Chancellor Passage, Canary Wharf, London, E14 5AE
Website: sixbynico.co.uk
Price: £48 per person
Date: Wednesday 28 February - Monday 8 April
3. Mark International Women's Day early
Commemorate International Women's Day throughout the entire month at The Pem at Conrad London St. James, where celebrated chef Sally Abé spearheads a series of supper clubs hosted by prominent female chefs. This year's roster includes Romy Gill MBE, Candice Brown, Poppy O'Toole, and Chantelle Nicholson, each taking their turn to dazzle in the kitchen. Romy takes the lead on Friday 1 March, offering a dining experience designed to thrill the taste buds and enchant the senses, with Great British Bake Off victor Candice Brown showcasing her talents on Thursday 7 March.
Address: The Pem, 22-28 Broadway, London SW1H 0BH
Website: eatwithsera.com; thepemrestaurant.com
Price: £85 per person
Date: Dates throughout March
4. Catch live acts in East London
One Hundred Shoreditch is bringing back its Lobby Lates events, establishing itself as a top destination in East London for Thursday and Friday evenings. Begin the weekend at 7pm in the boutique hotel's Lobby Bar, where you can enjoy cocktails for £10 while up-and-coming artists dominate the scene with a blend of R&B, hip-hop, house, pop, and '90s beats. This Thursday, London-based artist with Manchester roots, Millie May, will be showcasing her unique blend of hip hop, amapiano, Afrobeats, and beyond.
Address: One Hundred Shoreditch, 100 Shoreditch High Street, London E1 6JQ
Website: onehundredshoreditch.com
Date: Thursdays and Fridays; 7pm onwards
5. Munch on something new
Cricket lasagne, anyone? This unique offering is part of a fascinating menu focused on cricket-based cuisine at a London restaurant, which has officially opened after a successful pop-up stint in 2023. Yum Bug champions the use of insect meat across all its dishes, from appetisers to desserts, celebrating crickets as a sustainable superfood. The restaurant's website proclaims, “Insects are a sustainable, delicious superfood consumed in over 80 per cent of countries – if you're not eating them, you're the odd one out!”
Address: Yum Bug Restaurant, 110 Fonthill Rd, London N4 3HT
Website: yumbug.com
Date: Open now
6. Sip cocktails in a Victorian tavern
A new Mr Fogg's has made its debut in Broadgate Circle, merely moments away from the vibrant energy of Liverpool Street. Crafted in the guise of a traditional Victorian public house, whispers suggest this spot was the preferred gathering place for Phileas Fogg and his circle of Victorian trading companions following their day's endeavours in The City. The decor is replete with Victorian boxing gloves, a rocking chair, tankards, wooden hot air balloons, and flags garnered from Mr Fogg’s worldly exploits. The menu offers comforting fare such as chicken and leek pie accompanied by creamy mashed potatoes and red wine onion gravy, a vegan shepherd’s pie with tenderstem broccoli, and ribeye steak sandwiches adorned with melted blue cheese, caramelised onions, and American mustard. Drop in for a distinctive cocktail or two from Monday to Friday, or book a place for the live music brunches on Saturdays, which include two courses and unlimited Prosecco.
Address: Mr Fogg’s City Tavern, 37 Broadgate Circle, Liverpool Street, London EC2M 2QS
Website: mr-foggs.com
Date: Open now
7. Head to the West End
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Ryan Calais Cameron's critically acclaimed and double Olivier Award-nominated play, For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy, makes a triumphant return to the West End this week after a completely sold-out run at the Apollo in 2023. The narrative unfolds as six young Black men convene in a group therapy session, unveiling the commonalities in their struggles for survival as they let their hearts and imaginations soar. Through a powerful blend of music, storytelling, movement, and verse, the play initiates vital discussions around mental health, love, self-acceptance, spirituality, and the nuances of Black masculinity. This is an opportunity not to be missed as it reopens for a limited engagement.
Address: Garrick Theatre, 2 Charing Cross Road, London WC2H 0HH
Website: thegarricktheatre.co.uk
Price: Tickets from £15
Date: Thursday 29 February - Saturday 4 May
8. Visit Dinner, for lunch
Before the summer arrives, seize the opportunity to dine at the two-Michelin-starred Dinner by Heston Blumenthal for lunch and sample some of the renowned chef's most extraordinary creations at a remarkable value. Located within the elegant Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, this distinguished restaurant brings attention to global food waste issues while transporting diners through time with its historically inspired menu. Key highlights include the ragu of pig's ear on toast (circa 1727, featuring oxtail, cippolini, mustard, and lemon) and the pineapple and cardamom tart (circa 1728, a cardamom custard tart accompanied by pineapple jam).
Address: Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, 66 Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7LA
Website: dinnerbyheston.co.uk
Price: The three-course set lunch menu costs £59 per person; wine pairing an additional £49 per person
Date: Sunday to Friday lunch (excluding bank holidays), until summer 2024
9. Brunch on a seafood spread
The Sea, The Sea in Chelsea introduces a captivating Sunday brunch menu that offers a whimsical take on beloved classics, emphasizing the seasonal bounty of British waters with the day's freshest catches. Anticipate indulging in succulent octopus skewers, delightful crab amazake, and plentiful lobster rolls, all served from a seafood counter that extends onto a terrace with views of the quaint Pavilion Road. As your dishes are expertly prepared, alleviate the Sunday blues with a unique oyster bloody Mary or a katsuo bushi martini, and enjoy people-watching in the verdant surroundings of the neighbourhood.
Address: The Sea, The Sea, 174 Pavilion Road, London SW1X 0AW
Website: theseathesea.net
Date: Every Sunday, 12pm - 3.30pm
10. Savour street food favourites
In London, for every Michelin-starred culinary gem, there's a plethora of delightful street food vendors offering their exquisite fare. Following days of immersing yourself in London's myriad attractions or checking out the latest buzzworthy pop-up, make your way to Seven Dials Market. There, treat yourself to slices of pepperoni pizza enhanced with a drizzle of honey from Bad Boy Pizza Society, or savour the indulgence of a burger from Truffle. Alternatively, dive into the diverse offerings at Camden Market, or gather picnic essentials from Borough Market for a leisurely repose by the river. Our team also highly recommends exploring the exceptional street food menus at Juma Kitchen, Duck Frites, and Gyoza Guys for more culinary adventures.
