We’re inching closer to Easter, so we hope you’ve bought your Easter eggs (if not, we’ve got a great guide to the best Easter eggs to buy this year). But while the sun is out, there’s lots to enjoy this weekend in London from a dog-friendly terrace to a stunning Cartier exhibition and Songkran special menus at London’s best Thai restaurants. Here’s what’s on in London this weekend:

Attend this dog-friendly event

If you’re looking for a dog-friendly spot in London to visit, look no further than the lovely Treehouse Hotel which hosts a weekly Drinks on the Woof event. You can bring your dog along to rooftop restaurant The Nest and treat your pup to a dog-friendly menu (don’t worry human food will be provided too).

when: every sunday
where: 14-15 Langham Place, London, W1B 2QS
website: www.treehousehotels.com

Pamper yourself with this spa package

For those in need of a day of pampering and relaxation, we’d highly recommend booking the Spa Dreams experience at Hotel Café Royal where you can indulge in a luxurious staycation in the city with a spa day. The Akasha spa offers a stunning pool, sauna, and steam room, all of which you will have access to during your stay for a truly dreamy getaway.


where: 10 Air St, London W1B 5AB
website: www.hotelcaferoyal.com

Visit the Gisou pop-up at Harrods

Run, don’t walk – a Gisou pop-up has landed in Harrods where you can discover the full product range, plus new launches like the honey gloss ceramide therapy hair mask or the honey-infused lip oils in flavours like raspberry swirl, bee-llini peach and glazed plum. Plus don’t miss the Gisou glow hair and scalp massage while you’re there.

Run, don’t walk – a Gisou pop-up has landed in Harrods.

when:  5th to 29th April
where: harrods, 87-135 Brompton Rd, London SW1X 7XL
website: www.harrods.com

Learn how to make hot cross buns

If you want to make your own hot cross buns this year, this is the perfect workshop for you. Learn how to make hot cross buns as well as Swedish semlor buns and perfect your dough-making skills with the team at Bread Ahead. First, you’ll learn to make fluffy hot cross buns with generous flavours of spices and citrus. Next, you’ll move on to Semlor buns that are cardamom-infused and filled with almond frangipane and a generous amount of whipped cream. There are very few spots left to book now for the perfect Easter activity.

when: 12th april
where: across london
website: www.breadahead.com

Catch some live music at this rooftop bar

One of Soho’s chicest rooftop bars, Flute at Broadwick Soho hosts regular live music events, making it the perfect place for late-night soirees. From 3pm onwards on April 12th, you can enjoy live music from a collection of DJs from Soho Radio, as well as a live performance from Yellow Days and Friends. To book your spot, RSVP by contacting RSVP@broadwicksoho.com.

when: 12th April
where: 20 Broadwick StreetLondon W1F 8HT
website: www.broadwicksoho.com

Explore Cartier’s V&A exhibition

This one’s going to be a truly stunning exhibition, featuring more than 350 objects that chart the evolution of the Cartier house’s legacy of art, design and craftsmanship. Look forward to seeing some show-stopping objects, jewels, gemstones, watches and clocks from the V&A and Cartier Collection, as well as previously unseen drawings from the V&A and Cartier archives.

This one’s going to be a truly glittering exhibition.

when: opens 12th April
where: V&A South Kensington, Cromwell Road, London, SW7 2RL
website: www.vam.ac.uk

Check out this new London opening

One of the most exciting new April openings in London, One Club Row is located on the first floor above the pub, The Knave of Clubs. The restaurant pays tribute to the best of New York hospitality and is ideal for long lunches and late dinners, bar dining, people-watching, and one too many martinis making it the ideal weekend spot to head to with friends and family.

opens 9th April
where: 1 Club Row, E1 6JX
Website: oneclubrow.com

Watch the boat race from this iconic spot

Thai Square Putney Bridge sits directly opposite the starting line of the historic Oxford vs Cambridge Boat Race, making it one of the most sought-after spots in London to witness this annual sporting tradition. Themed cocktails will be served including the Oxford Blue Lagoon and Cambridge Passion, with live screenings of the race from the restaurant. Thai favourites like chicken satay, vegetable spring rolls, stir-fried noodles with chicken and prawn crackers.

when: 13th April
where: Thai Square Putney Bridge, 2–4 Lower Richmond Road, London SW15 1JN 
website: www.thaisq.com

Challenge your friends to an immersive quiz

Who doesn’t love a quiz? Bring the family or a group of friends down to Quiz Room for a bit of healthy competition. From Taylor Swift‘s albums to marine science, the questions range far and wide so be prepared for anything – but remember, strategy is key here. Head to the bar downstairs afterwards to recap the game.

where: 19, 25 Bell Ln, London E1 7LA
website: www.quiz-room.co.uk/city/london

Visit this summer terrace

Set against the historic backdrop of The Royal Exchange, this summer terrace is serving up steins of beer and gourmet German bites – just steps from the Bank of England. Perfect for a Saturday brunch, this is the City’s ultimate al fresco hotspot where you can enjoy Engel’s curated Austrian and German café and bar menu.

This is the City’s ultimate al fresco hotspot.

where: The Mezzanine, Royal Exchange, City of London, London EC3V 3LQ
website: www.theroyalexchange.co.uk

Join in the Songkran festivities

Fans of The White Lotus, don’t miss the Songkran celebrations in London this year as the Thai restaurants in the city bring in the Thai New Year. Beginning this weekend, Rosa’s Thai will offer a Songkran family feast menu at all their restaurants, with 3-course menus that include two limited-edition specials – a fiery chicken larb salad and a vegetarian aubergine egg salad.

when: 12th to 21st april
where: across london
website: rosasthai.com

Book ahead for these events:

A summer of tennis

As we get closer to summer, we’ve got tennis on our minds. And if you’re planning your summer of sport now, be sure to look at Seat Unique, to get official hospitality and debenture tickets for the UK’s most exciting tennis tournaments. Whether you’ve got your eyes on Centre Court tickets at Wimbledon, luxury seats at Hurlingham or access to private bars and premium viewing areas at Eastbourne, Seat Unique has you covered. Look forward to watching world-class players from premium seats with VIP treatment and exclusive hospitality packages for a truly special day out.

website: www.seatunique.com

New Energies Festival

If you’re looking to kickstart the summer with a dose of rejuvenation, head to New Energies Festival, hosted by Bright Souls where you can join a community of people dedicated to self-discovery. Look forward to guided intentions, breathwork and immersive experiences, all led by wellness experts, and you can treat yourself to wellness drinks, snacks, and mini energy readings, too. Sessions include some remarkable wellness experiences like breathwork with Stuart Sandeman from Breathpod and the Biohacking Lounge from CELLER8. Plus, Handbook readers get an exclusive 50% off (just use the code HANDBOOK50).

WHEN: 11th May
Where: protein studios Shoreditch, london ec2a 3ey
website: www.eventbrite.co.uk

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