by Laura on July 13, 2017
Eating at the hotel restaurant is often one of the great pleasures of being away. You barely have to go anywhere for a delicious meal. But you don’t want to do it every night for several nights in a row, do you? If you like a bit of diversity but you don’t want to look […]
London Craft Week is an event designed to celebrate the best of British craftsmanship across the city. Many events during the week (May 3rd to 7th) are taking place in the capitals best hotels. Opportunities this week will include the chance to see exquisitely tailored clothes, learn the art of batik, and try your hand […]
by Laura on April 26, 2017
Have you ever had a meal so good, you wish you could recreate it at home? Thanks to some of London’s hotels, you could do exactly that. Recipe books from hotels and restaurants aren’t extremely common, but they’re not exactly rare either. Some of London’s hotels have recipe books available so you can recreate restaurant […]
by Laura on February 24, 2017
Even though you love your mother all the time, it’s nice to have a special day when you can show your appreciation. Mother’s Day for 2017 is March 26th, so make sure you have something planned. If you’re hoping to surprise your mum with a Sunday lunch this year, there are some beautiful hotel restaurants that […]
by Laura on January 6, 2017
January is the month for pretending to be healthy for a while. If you’re not doing Dry January this year, perhaps you’re taking part in Veganuary, when you eat vegan for a month. Eating out is difficult when you have a vegan diet. There are specialist vegan restaurants in London, but it’s not so easy […]
by Laura on December 9, 2016
It’s just a little over two weeks until Christmas. You haven’t finished your Christmas shopping yet and you’re rapidly running out of time. London’s luxury hotels to the rescue! You can always count on London’s hotels to come through with the goods if you’re stuck for present ideas. If you know someone who loves hotels, […]
by Laura on September 14, 2016
You won’t be able to stop HARPing on about these great afternoon teas in London hotels, which are all accompanied by classical music. Here are some of our favourites, featuring harp, piano, and maybe the odd string setup. Naturally, they’re all quite posh… The Waldorf Hilton The harp has to be one of the most […]
by Laura on August 29, 2016
September 2016 is the time of the Totally Thames festival, celebrating everything to love about the river. The event will have lots to do and see, from art installations and plays to free exhibitions. In recognition of its greatness, we’ve compiled some of the best hotels that sit right on the Thames, and where you might […]
by Laura on June 10, 2016
The Queen had her actual birthday in April, when we suggested some fun ways to celebrate. But June 11th is her “official” 90th birthday, and there’s even more going on. You can still take advantage of some of the things that began in April, such as The Berkeley’s royal afternoon tea masterclass. Some packages and […]
by Laura on January 22, 2016
The Savoy might be seen as the pinnacle of timeless elegance in the hotel world. But they’re not afraid to keep up with the times – while maintaining their air of luxury, of course. Their new menu in the American Bar shows that they’re always ready to celebrate both change and London’s history. The new menu, […]
by Laura on January 7, 2016
NOTE: this post contains a map, pricing info and menu links to some of London’t top afternoon teas, correct on the publication date When visiting London, there are two things that anyone who wants to experience the more refined side of the capital should seek out – a traditional afternoon tea and a West End […]
by Laura on November 19, 2015
Winter can get you down, so you may be looking to cheer yourself up. A trip to London could be just the thing and there are some great winter deals to grab. Try these hotels to warm you up when it’s cold outside. Winter Wonderland at the Lancaster Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland opens this week, […]
by Laura on June 11, 2015
Hotels everywhere have been striving to be more eco-friendly in recent years. They recognise the need to look after our planet and that their guests value it too. But many of their green choices are built into the hotel’s infrastructure. From energy-saving light bulbs to sustainable furniture, they’re all fantastic innovations. And some hotels are […]
Seafood is just perfect for the spring and summer months. Fresh flavours and light meals are ideal for perking us up after all the comfort food we gorged on over winter. And since we’re an island nation, we have plenty of fresh fish to enjoy. But we don’t eat enough of it and a lot […]
by Elizabeth Hands on April 23, 2015
The British election campaign is in full swing, with everything from party leaders’ kitchens to their love lives being the focus of headlines. But how about their favourite hotels? As the countdown to polling day continues, we reveal the London hotels beloved of political figureheads past and present… The Churchill The Hyatt Regency The Churchill […]
by Chris Glithero on April 20, 2015
One of London’s most historic luxury hotels, The Savoy, likes to give its guests a little something extra when it comes to culinary options. With food venues such as Gordon Ramsay’s Savoy Grill, Kaspar’s Seafood Bar & Grill and Simpson’s–In-The-Strand already giving hotel guests and visitors alike plenty of choice, The Savoy has decided to […]