What To Eat, See & Do This Warm June Weekend

Have the perfect Sunday at this summer event

We’ve got the perfect Sunday planned for you -Sunday Papers Live has returned to London at a cosy Regent’s Park address where you can sink into comfy sofas and sip on Bloody Marys while you read the papers. Plus, there will be some lovely activities to attend, like the guided Sunday walk led by a philosopher, a live-action crossword, epic roast dinners served on long social tables and chats that bring each section of the Sunday paper to life, covering politics and world news to culture and gardening.

Where: Park Village, One Park Village East, Regents Park, London NW1 7PX
Website: www.sundaypaperslive.com

Attend the opening weekend of Fulham Pier

If you want to be one of the first ones to experience what London’s hottest new destination, Fulham Pier, has to offer, head there this weekend [20th to 22nd June]. There’s lots to look forward to, including a live set by multi-platinum music icon and Fulham local Example. On Sunday, there are ticketed creative workshops featuring artist Yinka Ilori, who will be sharing the story behind his new artwork 100 Found Objects.

where: Stevenage Rd, Fulham, London SW6 6HH
website: www.fulhampier.com

Head to London’s biggest food festival

London’s favourite food festival is finally here. Head to Taste of London for the ultimate culinary experience. Look forward to masterclasses from some of the most exciting chefs in London, wine tastings, and foodie conversations – this festival is all about discovering fabulous food and drink. 

Look forward to masterclasses from some of the most exciting chefs in London, wine tastings, and foodie conversations.

where: the regent’s park
website: www.tasteoflondon.com

Explore this immersive drinks experience

Rum enthusiasts, this one’s for you. Don Papa, a single-island rum from the Philippines, is relaunching in the UK with a fabulous concept space. Future Space, located at Tottenham Court Road, is an incredible immersive experience with a stunning art installation by 3D artist and designer Ada Sokol. You can enjoy a guided tasting of Don Papa’s collection and an exclusive preview of Masskara, a bold spiced expression infused with Filipino botanicals that’s launching in the UK in August. 

Where: Future Stores, 95 Oxford St, London W1D 2AD 
Website: www.donpaparum.com

Watch David Attenborough’s new film

Sir David Attenborough’s exhibition has arrived at the Natural History Museum, and it looks incredible. Titled ‘Our Story’, this is the museum’s first-ever fully immersive experience. You can journey through 4 billion years in stunning visuals, with Sir David’s familiar voice guiding you through the phases of Earth’s history. The experience is all about exploring the next steps for our planet, including the climate-friendly future we could build.

Sir David Attenborough’s exhibition has arrived at the Natural History Museum.

Where: Cromwell Road, London SW7 5BD
Website: www.nhm.ac.uk

Attend a hot pilates class at this luxe London gym

If you’re looking to get your fitness goals on track this summer, we’ve found the perfect spot. Located a stone’s throw from Sloane Square, KXU is a boutique wellness and fitness destination that has launched a brand new hot pilates class. Expect the burn of barre, the flow of yoga and the functionality of strength training in one super sculpting workout. The hot pilates schedule will run weekly, with classes taking place on Mondays at 5pm, Wednesdays at 12noon and Sundays at 10.40am.

Where: Pavilion Road, London, SW1X 0BP
Website: www.kxu.co.uk

Celebrate English Wine Week at The Lanesborough

In celebration of English Wine Week, The Lanesborough’s Head Sommelier Jules Coppier has organised a spectacular English sparkling wine tasting event in partnership with Chapel Down, from 21st to 29th June. If you love sparkling wine, this is definitely the place to be this weekend.

The Lanesborough’s Head Sommelier Jules Coppier has organised a spectacular English sparkling wine tasting.

Where: Hyde Park Corner, London SW1X 7TA
Website: www.oetkercollection.com

Enjoy the best of London’s West End for free

Look forward to a weekend of outstanding performances from top West End musicals, all live and free in Trafalgar Square. Theatre’s biggest stars will perform some of London’s most loved musicals and must-see new shows, and if you love your musical theatre, this one’s unmissable. Taking place across this weekend, look forward to performances from the cast of Les Misérables, Lion King, Clueless, Cabaret and lots more.

Look forward to a weekend of performances from top West End musicals.

Where: Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DS
Website: www.westendlive.co.uk

Try these seasonal cocktails

The Portrait Restaurant has teamed up with Pommery Champagne to create a new cocktail menu, and it looks fabulous. We spotted drinks like The Lookout (grape, St Germain, Pommery English sparkling wine) and Fifth Leaf (champagne cordial, rum, mint, lime and Pommery). With a daily aperitif hour from 4:30 to 6pm until the 31st August, these seasonal serves are available for £8 each and are best enjoyed overlooking The Portrait Restaurant’s panoramic views across London.

where: 2 St. Martin’s Pl, London WC2H 0HE
website: www.theportraitrestaurant.com

Book this one-night-only foodie event

This Friday, CORD by Le Cordon Bleu will host Chef Lieven Demeestere, the long-serving Chef Patron of Michelin-starred restaurant Arenberg, for an extraordinary one-night-only event. There will be a six-course tasting menu, which includes dishes like braised pig neck served with mustard, herb salad and goose liver, North Sea ray wing with smoked potato, capers and leek and suckling lamb served with aubergine, polenta and soya. The evening ends with a bright, fruit-led dessert of grilled pineapple, with mango, rum and vanilla.

where: CORD by Le Cordon Bleu, 85 Fleet Street, London EC4Y 1AE
website: www.cordrestaurant.co.uk

Spend a day at the races

Put on your best hat and head to Royal Ascot this weekend for the best of the UK’s racing season. Apart from the sport, there’ll be lots to capture your attention, from the most exquisite Ascot hairstyles to the best of British summer fashion. Of course, most of the hospitality packages are sold out by now, but we checked, and you can still get your hands on regular tickets – so if you’re looking for a classic summer day out, this is where to go.

where: High St, Ascot SL5 7JX
website: www.ascot.com