15 September Pop-Ups To Take You From Food To Fashion

A Naruto-themed set menu

The ramen spot Ramen Yokocho has collaborated with the cult Japanese manga series Naruto Shippuden to create a set menu that includes dishes named after the main characters of the iconic series. Highlights of the menu include char sui miso ramen, vegan miso ramen, and even a Naruto figure cut out of nori seaweed.

where: Heddon Street and Panton Street
websitE: www.ramenyokocho.com

A vintage motorsport celebration

The only historic motor race meeting to be staged entirely in a period theme, Goodwood Revival is an immersive celebration of iconic cars and fashion. Taking place from Friday 6th September to Sunday 8th September at the Goodwood Motor Circuit in Chichester, it will feature some world-class entertainment. Spots are selling out fast though, so book soon to secure your place.

The only historic motor race meeting to be staged entirely in a period theme, Goodwood Revival.

when: 6th to 8th September
where: Goodwood, Motor Circuit, Chichester PO18 0PH
website: www.goodwood.com

Live country music at Moonshine Saloon

Moonshine Saloon promises not just another night out – but a theatrical journey to the Wild West, where the spirits flow freely and the law is one that’s meant to be broken. Plus, to sweeten the deal, there are some stellar country music acts set to perform at the Next Stop Nashville event this month.

Moonshine Saloon promises not just another night out – but a theatrical journey to the Wild West.

when: 24th September
where: 28-30 Houndsditch, London. EC3A 7DB
website: www.moonshinesaloon.com

An exquisite four-course menu

For this year’s London Design Festival, The Franklin London is partnering with the Italian lighting designer Slamp to host an incredible four-course dinner to celebrate the coming together of design and culinary craftsmanship. The exclusive menu has been created by Italian Michelin-starred Chef Alfredo Russo and will begin with a bespoke cocktail and canapés followed by four courses that will each be illuminated by the glow of a handcrafted lamp from Slamp’s collection.

when: 17th september
where: the franklin london, 24 Egerton Gardens London SW3 2DB
website: www.collezione.starhotels.com

A sustainable fashion event

On a mission to make every wash less wasteful, Ecover has partnered with supermodel and sustainability advocate Lily Cole to launch The Capsule Collection, a pop-up event that’s all about reducing your carbon footprint when it comes to laundry habits. Shop pre-loved fashion, and learn from the experts at a panel discussion featuring Cole, Andrea Cheong (author of Why Don’t I Have Anything To Wear? and host of the Fashion Our Future podcast) and Wayne Hemingway (Charity Super.Mkt CEO) – who will chat about making better fashion choices and thinking sustainability first.

WHEN: 26th September
WHERE: 1 Kingsland Road, London E2 8AA
website: www.eventbrite.co.uk

Negroni Week at Bocconcino

Bocconcino is celebrating Negroni Week in style with a delicious new menu. At Bocconcino Soho there will be a Negroni flight for £22 in partnership with Campari that features three cocktails to sample – strawberry and basil, peach and hazelnut and orange. And at Bocconcino Mayfair expect flavours that include Mediterranean, blue and white negronis to go with some delicious canapes.

when: 16th to 22nd September 
where: mayfair and soho
website: www.bocconcinorestaurant.co.uk

A fishy textile exhibition

Things are getting fishy around here…there’s an embroidered and knitted fish counter and oyster cart coming to Soho, a concept launched by textile artist Kate Jenkins that makes a rather interesting show. The exhibition will be open till the 5th of October and promises a rather fishy take on knitting.

There’s an embroidered and knitted fish counter and oyster cart coming to Soho.

when: 20th September to 5th October
where: Air Contemporary, Ham Yard, Soho
website: www.katejenkinsstudio.co.uk

A dog-friendly festival at Kings Cross

After its debut last year, The Big Woof Festival is returning to Kings Cross. A free two-day canine wellness festival, it promises some pretty cool dog events including dog yoga, dog massages and sound baths for pups, as well as a golden retriever showcase that’s bound to find its way to the ‘gram.

when: 14th to 15th September
where: King’s Cross, London
website: www.kingscross.co.uk

Fashion Week at The Standard

Held across three days, CÎROC is taking over a floor at The Standard, London to shine a light on iconic faces in fashion who are ‘remixing luxury’. These include womenswear label KNWLS, talent incubator Fashion East, and stylist and image architect Law Roach. Each room will include a selection of collectables designed in collaboration with KNWLS including playing cards, compact mirrors, eye masks, fans, cushions, notepads, coasters, wash bags, pens, martini glasses and Roach will be hosting an exclusive reading of his new book.

when: 14th to 17th September
where: 10 Argyle Street, London, WC1H 8EG
website: www.standardhotels.com

A free film festival 

The Peckham & Nunhead Free Film Festival is returning this year, celebrating its 15th anniversary. Running till 8th September, the line-up of free films to watch includes Hollywood blockbusters like Barbie, classics like Toy Story and complex dramas like Taste of Cherry.

The line-up of free films to watch includes Hollywood blockbusters like Barbie and classics like Toy Story.

when: till 8th September
where: across Peckham
website: www.freefilmfestivals.org

An espresso martini special

There’s a gorgeous espresso martini pop-up coming to London from 11th September that promises a menu dedicated to espresso martinis. Look forward to six expertly crafted cocktails with some cool, innovative twists, including the wagon wheel – infused with raspberry puree and garnished with red coffee beans and toasted white marshmallow, or the clearly coffee made with coffee beans sourced from Peru.

when: 11th September onwards
where: The Folly by Drake & Morgan, 41 Gracechurch Street, London, EC3V 0BT
Website: www.drakeandmorgan.co.uk

London’s official Paralympics fan zone

Enjoy the last of the sporting action at Battersea Power Station, London’s official Paralympics GB fan zone that’s open till 8th September. The zone is free to enter and features a large screen where you can watch the events live, plus there are dedicated wheelchair-accessible areas, and you even have the chance to meet Paralympians from past games. 

when: till 8th September 
where: Battersea Power Station, Circus Rd W, Nine Elms, London SW11 8DD
website: www.batterseapowerstation.co.uk

Supper Club at The Pelican

The Pelican Room is offering a special Ox Head Dinner, served on a sharing table, that will focus on showcasing each part of the animal so that nothing goes to waste. The menu includes dishes like Ox tongue, beef neck fritters and braised ox cheek, with an optional wine pairing available.

The Pelican Room is hosting a special Ox Head Dinner, served on a sharing table.

when: 17th September
wherE: 45 All Saints Road
Notting Hill, W11 1HE
website: www.thepelicanw11.com

Gin-tasting on a summer terrace

Enjoy the last few days of summer terrace season at the Sipsmith Gin Masterclass, where you can learn about the history of gin and how it’s made. Plus, you can get 20% off food from the summer terrace menu for all ticket holders.

Enjoy the last few days of summer terrace season at the Sipsmith Gin Masterclass.

when: 4th September
where: The Amicable Societies Summer Terrace, 1-2 Serjeants’ Inn
London, EC4Y 1AG
website: www.apexhotels.co.uk

V&A East’s Latinx takeover

V&A East is hosting a Latinx takeover where you can expect DJ sets, spoken word, photography, live art, and more, served alongside food and drink with a Brazilian twist. Performers include Colombian singer-songwriter Montañera, multi-disciplinary artists Daniel Rey, Nina González-Park and José García Oliva .

when: 28th September
where: UCL East, Marshgate, 7 Sidings St, London, E20 2AE
website: www.vam.ac.uk