Love at first bite? We leave it for you to decide... Crazy Pizza is a sleek and playful dining concept in the heart of Marylebone which invites diners to enjoy the restaurant’s stylish spin on the quintessential Italian staple. It boasts a chilled yet vibrant atmosphere. This is the creation of Formula 1 legend and entrepreneur, Flavio Briatore, and part of his Billionaire Life brands portfolio. First launched in Italy’s stunning Costa Smeralda on the terrace of the legendary Billionaire Porto Cervo club, Crazy Pizza has now garnered a cult following among the glittering global jet set for ...
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Cheltenham in Gloucestershire is a town that draws visitors from far and wide with its constant stream of events, from literary festivals to the horse races. But if you're a resident or visitor to the town and haven't been, I encourage you to gallop along to The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie. This restaurant, catering to 222 diners, is pretty stunning with it housed within a Grade 1 listed rotunda building. It is centrally located in town and less than a 5-minute taxi ride from the train station. I popped to the restaurant on a chilly Tuesday night and was immediately struck by the warm atmosp...
Read more →This fall, The Savoy’s Beaufort Bar revealed a new menu that delves into the fabled history, dark drama and timeless romance embedded in the mysterious world of magic. Having launched this October, Interpreted Magic is a three-part menu that explores secrets, tales and tricks as it subtly journeys through the history and performance of magic through the ages. Led by the bar’s passionate Head Bartender, Elon Soddu, the creation of the new menu has been very much a collaborative effort, with every member of the dynamic Beaufort Bar team inventing their very own cocktail. Following on from the...
Read more →‘I feel like a kid,’ I squealed as I rolled into a rather small compartment with others following suit. Normally, dining out is made to make you feel all ‘adult’ but if you head to Gingerline’s Chambers_ the reverse happens, as you’re encouraged to play with your tastebuds and escape the confines of a clothed table, knife and fork. The whole dining extravaganza is a closely guarded secret, so I can’t give too much away. But one thing I can promise is a sensory adventure that you certainly won’t forget. The multi-course immersive dinner takes place in different universes, ranging from the...
Read more →If you're looking to add a real dash of flare and flavour to your night, then COYA Mayfair promises to satisfy your cravings. The Peruvian-inspired restaurant and pisco lounge is a sultry lair where your tastebuds are sent on a journey to the sunny wilds of South America. I checked into the place on a Friday night and the dining room steadily packed out to create a buzzing yet refined atmosphere. Taking a pew on a table next to a window, a friendly waitress came to run us through the menu and explained that dishes were best shared and that if we weren't drinking wine there were lots of cock...
Read more →The Rookery, nestled in the heart of Clerkenwell, remains my favourite place to staycate in London. It is discreet, beautifully-appointed and oozing with charm. On stepping into the 18th century property, you're transported to a world of silks, brocade and finely polished wood. To enter the building, you must press a doorbell to enter the homely reception area. I checked in on a sunny Sunday afternoon, and as ever, the staff were personable yet professional. I was shown to a room on the first floor. All of the chambers are named after historic figures in the area, and I was shown to on...
Read more →Sat in Le Pont de la Tour on a Friday night, I was suddenly drifting to a memory of dining at the River Cafe in New York. From the classic sophisticated decor, to the classic style of service and polished menu, this place reminds lots of the revered Manhattan spot. We’d settled into a window seat looking out on to the Thames, with the place embalmed in the warm glow of candle light. Topping off the convivial atmosphere was the gentle chatter of happy diners and jazz music tootling away. 'We could be a Woody Allen movie,' I thought. From start to finish, the service was on point, with th...
Read more →If you love a bit of classical music and delicious food, then tune into The Ivy Kensington Brassiere for its latest offering. The perfectly appointed restaurant has crafted a special menu around this year’s BBC Proms. We checked into the eatery on a Sunday evening at 6pm before an 8pm concert at the Royal Albert Hall. With it being a warm evening, we decided to take a table in the tucked-away terrace area. To kick things off, we decided to try the two musical inspired cocktails. The Strawberry Symphony features a delicious mix of Chase vodka, strawberry syrup, lemon juice, watermelon cube...
Read more →Gin lovers rejoice!! London and Manchester will host a series of urban tours, each offering an escape to the Mediterranean through a journey of the best cocktail bars, restaurants and terraces each city has to offer. Gin Mare Med Transfers in partnership with Gin Journey, will see a selection of spectacular locations host guests as they are transported to the Mediterranean, without any need to leave the UK. Commencing on June 26, Med Transfers will offer lucky ticket-holders a truly immersive experience of the Med, where cocktails and gastronomy travel hand-in-hand at specially selected par...
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