Here’s Where To Get Your Après Ski Fix In London
Been a while since you’ve made it to a ski resort or stayed in a ski chalet in the mountains? Fear not, because you can still get cosy with firepits, fondue, and warming cocktails at one of London’s après ski pop-ups.
From twinkling lights and mulled wine to oozing raclette and boozy hot chocolate, strap on your ski boots and swoosh on over to these après ski bars this winter. See you at the bar…
Boundary Shoreditch
Boundary Shoreditch recently announced the launch of its new winter rooftop menu, offering a cosy, heated retreat with stunning views over East London. The menu is inspired by the comforting flavours of the Alps, including Boundary’s signature bubbling cheese fondue savoyarde, raclette created to share and mulled wine cheesecake.
Nestled high above the vibrant streets of Shoreditch, Boundary’s rooftop boasts a glass-enclosed Orangery where diners can enjoy panoramic views across the twinkling skyline.
where: 2-4 Boundary St, London E2 7DD
website: www.boundaryshoreditch.co.uk
Heated retreat with stunning views over East London.
Theo Randall at Number One Park Lane
Enjoy a slice of the mountains in Mayfair and cosy up at Theo Randall’s Dolomites-inspired winter terrace, perfect for apres-work drinks or a festive celebration. With chalet-style surroundings and plenty of blankets to keep you toasty, indulge in a menu inspired by Italy’s alpine region. Dishes include a creamy cheese fondue, baked penne pasta with beef and mushroom ragu, and black truffle risotto. Enjoy Italian cocktails with a modern twist, such as the Nevegroni made with Italicus, Malfy gin originale, Fiorente Liqueur, Cocchi Americano and Crossip Citrus.
where: One Hamilton Place, Park Lane, W1J 7QY
website: theorandall.com
Drake & Morgan Kings Cross
It’s all about the martini at The Ruby Terrace at Drake & Morgan King’s Cross, in collaboration with scotch whisky Johnnie Walker Black Ruby. Step into the heated terrace, draped in plum, cherry and amber, lit with fairy lights, and sip on Black Ruby drinks. These include the Ruby Manhattan, which blends Black Ruby, Graham’s port, Lillet Rouge, maraschino cherry syrup and orange bitters, or the Ruby Forest, which mixes Black Ruby, Mozart Dark Chocolate liqueur, Solo cold brew, morello cherry syrup and cranberry juice.
where: 6 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG
website: www.drakeandmorgan.co.uk
Sky Garden
As London lights up for the festive season, so does Sky Garden’s exclusive Festive Bar in partnership with Moët & Chandon. Enjoy evenings filled with yuletide cheer and live music by ALR Music and resident DJs, all set against dazzling decorations and iconic city views. Whether it’s for after-work drinks, a Christmas celebration, or a special occasion, the festive bar is a magical setting to sip on seasonal cocktails, savour delicious small plates and get into the holiday spirit.
where: 1 Sky Garden Walk, London, EC3M 8AF
website: www.skygarden.com
Enjoy evenings filled with yuletide cheer…
Great Northern Hotel
Enjoy a winter warmer on the Parisian terrace at Great Northern Hotel’s Rémy Martin Terrace. Watch the world go by cosy under the heaters whilst sipping on comforting serves such as the Tiramisu Martini, made with Remy Martin VSOP, Bailey’s Irish Liqueur, cream, Musetti coffee or the Remy Old Fashioned with Remy Martin VSOP, homemade spiced demerara. You can count on these elevated cocktails to lift you into the holiday spirit.
where: Pancras Rd, London N1C 4TB
website: www.gnh.com
The Log Cabin at The Montague On The Gardens
Step into a winter wonderland at The Log Cabin, where the Garden Terrace has been magically transformed into an elegant alpine retreat. With a festive bar and a beautifully decorated Christmas tree, guests can nestle into cosy armchairs and sofas for a drink by the flickering fire.
The Log Cabin is exclusively available for hire or reserved for hotel residents, making it perfect for an intimate festive gathering or a festive staycation in the city.
Where: 15 Montague St, London WC1B 5BJ
Website: www.montaguehotel.com
The Berkeley Rooftop
Feast-Off Piste lands at The Berkeley Rooftop this winter as a pop-up, which features an authentic alpine menu ready to be enjoyed in ski gondolas, set on the terrace and surrounded by lights and snow-dusted alpine trees.
As you overlook Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park, indulge in the traditional Swiss raclette served with sourdough, charcuterie and pickles. Later, enjoy the s’mores served with gingerbread men and marshmallows to toast.
where: Wilton Place, Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 7RL
website: www.the-berkeley.co.uk
Set on the terrace and surrounded by lights and snow-dusted alpine trees.
