The countdown to the May bank holiday is on, and I, for one, could not be more excited. Whether you’re looking to lean into the sunshine on a Mayfair terrace, hunt for mid-century gems at the flea, or finally watch the hotly anticipated Devil Wears Prada sequel, we’ve rounded up the very best ways to spend your long weekend. Here is everything you need to see, eat, and do in the capital this weekend.

Soak up the sun at this terrace

If the warmer weather calls for one thing, it’s a long lunch with plenty of spritz and flowing mango sorbet, and the newly opened Theo’s on the Terrace promises to deliver just that in abundance. Chef Theo Randall is bringing back his beloved seasonal pop-up at Intercontinental London Park Lane.

The menu promises to transport guests to the heart of the Amalfi, with dishes like wild mushroom arancini, grilled yellowfin tuna, and Sicilian-style pizza. Brimming with Italian flavours, it’s the perfect spot for a breezy lunch or a chilled-out dinner.

Where: One Hamilton Place, Park Ln, London W1J 7QY
Website: www.parklaneintercontinental.com

theo's on the terrace

Sip on Whispering Angel at this rooftop spot

Lock in your Bank Holiday plans at Kitty Hawk, where the terrace is playing host to a decadent Rosé Brunch fueled by 90 minutes of free-flowing Whispering Angel.

Enjoy 90 minutes of free-flowing Whispering Angel.

Set against panoramic views of the city, this rooftop terrace is a must-visit. Enjoy buttermilk pancakes and smoked salmon cruffins while sipping your rosé and basking in the sunny London views.

Where: 8 St. Martin’s Pl, London WC2N 4JH
Website: www.etmcollection.com

Head over to Borough for this pizza

Pizza is having a major moment in the capital right now, and we are not complaining. For this weekend’s top pick, I recommend skipping the chaos of Borough Market and heading straight to Spring Street Pizza for a slice or two.

Led by Michelin-starred chef Tom Kemble, this spot is serving up giant 18-inch pies that more than live up to the hype. Make sure to finish your meal with a scoop of its iconic soft serve ice cream.

Where: Arch 32, Southwark Quarter, Southwark St, London SE1 1TE
Website: www.springstpizza.com

STK pre-theatre menu

If you are planning a trip to the West End this weekend, elevate your pre-show ritual by paying a visit to STK Steakhouse Strand. It’s brand new pre-theatre menu comes in at just £21 for two courses, and is serving up bold flavours, including tuna tartare tacos, and their signature roasted chicken with honey-mustard glaze.

For the full STK experience, you can upgrade to a classic steak frites for an extra £5.

Where: 336-337 Strand, London WC2R 1HA
Website: www.stksteakhouse.com

Try an exclusive smoothie

For this weekend’s health and wellness billing, head to Selfridges, where Elevate has just opened its second smoothie bar. Following on from the success at its Bank location, it’ll be serving up its widely-loved, nutritionist-designed line-up of smoothies.

However, the new location will also be welcoming new drinks to the menu, notably, the exclusive black and yellow Selfridges smoothie, which contains collagen, hyaluronic acid, biotin, vitamin C and charcoal.

Where: 400 Oxford St, London W1A 1AB
Website: www.elevatewellness.com

Explore this open-air market

This weekend marks the return of the National Theatre’s open-air market, in collaboration with street food legends KERB.

Whether you’re grabbing a plant-based scoop from Chill Gelato, sipping on an iced cold glass of rosé courtesy of Forza Wine, or a spicy bowl from Malaysian-Nigerian fusion experts Happy Pot, it’s the ultimate destination to soak up the South Bank vibes and stay well-fed into the evening.

Where: London SE1 9PX
Website: www.nationaltheatre.com

Attend the ultimate bank holiday takeover

Dalston’s coolest hidden courtyard is the place to be this Saturday, as the Close Ties collective takes over Newcomer Wines for a Bank Holiday bash that promises to go late.

They’ve enlisted chef Oscar Gogan to fire up the BBQ in the secret garden, serving a creative modern Scottish menu that features everything from malt-glazed lamb skewers to a must-try Tikka Masala lobster roll.

Guests can also expect Close Ties DJs to be spinning throughout the night while the Newcomer team raids the cellar for their most interesting bottles. This is bound to be a sellout event, so make sure to secure your tickets early.

Where: 5 Dalston Lane, London E8 3DF
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Pitch a picnic with this luxury hamper

There is no better way to toast the start of summer than with an alfresco feast in the park, but rather than slaving away over sandwiches and finger food, let Pique handle the heavy lifting for you. Their curated hampers take the stress out of hosting, offering a sophisticated selection of gourmet bites delivered right to your door.

Far from your typical picnic spread, the hampers range from gourmet spreads to quintessential afternoon tea classics, from nduja scotch eggs to burrata with cured ham, pistachios and rocket.

Website: www.piquefood.com

Enjoy a £5 glass of rosé

With the sun making a welcome appearance this weekend, you’ll want to make a beeline for Half Cut Market, where they’re honouring the ultimate British weather pact: £5 glasses of rosé every time the temperature hits 16°C.

Luckily for us, the forecast is currently teasing a tropical 19°C, meaning the rosé will be flowing. It’s the perfect excuse to head over, soak up the rays, and toast to the fact that summer might actually be sticking around.

Toast to the fact that summer might actually be sticking around.

Where: 396 York Wy, London N7 9LW
Website: www.halfcut.com

Sip a free Jenki matcha

To celebrate the launch of its debut recipe book, Matcha at Home, London’s cult matcha spot, JENKI, will be giving away over 500 lattes across its London branches from this Thursday through to Saturday.

Each London location will be giving away 30 Blueberry Pie Matcha Lattes a day, available on a first-come, first-served basis, so make sure to run, not walk, to your nearest branch.

Where: venues across London
Website: www.Jenki.com

Go East vintage

Wapping’s historic Power Station is coming back to life this weekend for the second edition of the Go East Vintage flea market. Following a debut that saw thousands through the doors, this 1890s industrial gem is once again transforming into a treasure hunter’s paradise, packed with over 70 curated traders.

Explore over 70 curated stalls at Go East Vintage.

Where: Wapping Hydraulic Power Station, 25 Wapping Wall, London E1W 3SF
Website: www.goeast.com

Watch The Devil Wears Prada

After months of anticipation, The Devil Wears Prada 2 will finally be arriving in cinemas on May 1st. The sequel to the cult 2000s film will see Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep return to the halls of Runway Magazine to reprise their iconic roles.

Fans can also expect to see the likes of Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt back on their screens, while new faces include Bridgerton’s Simone Ashley and Kenneth Branagh. And while the internet is predictably divided on whether a sequel can ever truly capture the original magic, the sheer calibre of this lineup makes it an essential addition to your weekend watchlist.

Where: showing in cinemas across London

Catch this new show

Fresh from a sell-out, five-star run at The Almeida Theatre, Ava Pickett’s 1536 is officially transferring to the West End this Saturday, and it is a must-watch.

Set in a quiet Essex field while the chaos of Anne Boleyn’s downfall grips London, this play follows three friends as they realise the royal drama in the Tower might have some terrifyingly close-to-home consequences.

Where: West St, London WC2H 9ND
Website: www.theambassadorstheatre.com


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