Who? Chelsea Art Fair
What? The Chelsea Art Fair is returning for the 17th time with contemporary pieces ranging from £500 to £20,000. The fair will showcase artists’ highlights from galleries around the UK and Ireland, which won’t be on view at any other London shows. Tickets are £6.
When? 11th to 14th April
Where? Chelsea Old Town Hall, King’s Road, London SW3 5EE
How? For more information, visit www.chelseaartfair.org
Who? Krug collaborates and London Philharmonia Orchestra What? To celebrate the annual recreation of the Grande Cuvée, Krug has collaborated with the London Philharmonia Orchestra on a new week-long installation. The showpiece leads guests through the making of the Champagne while listening to music by the orchestra, drawing similarities and parallels between the two. There are also opportunities to get involved, including conducting an orchestra. Priced at £60 per person, including two glasses of the Grande Cuvée. When? 7th to 11th April Where? The Truman Brewery, Dray Walk, London E1 6QL How? For more information and to book tickets, see www.krug.com
Who? McLean’s Artist Malts What? McLean’s Artist Malts have just launched with a brand new range of rare whiskies. Limited to 35 bottles per release, each release includes artwork by two artists. Their inaugural edition is a Bunnahabhain single malt Scotch whisky, distilled on 28th April 1979 and bottled 1st May 2012, in collaboration with Charles Avery and Rose Wylie. Bottles and artwork are priced at £1860 per set. When? Available now Where? mcleansartistmalts.com How? Exclusively online
Who? Asprey London What? Luxury leather goods brand Asprey have recently unveiled handbags in their 2013 “Private Collection”. The collection is a series of one of a kind bags that feature bold colours, exotic skins and precious stones. This year’s themes are “Decorative”, “Colour block” and “Jewelled”. When? Available now, by invitation Where? Asprey London, 167 New Bond Street, London, W1S 4AY How? Call 020 7493 6767 for more information
Who? David Backhouse What? David Backhouse has recently published the second edition of his “Galleries, Palaces & Tea” independently under Curll Press. Working as part travel guide and part encyclopedia, the illustrated guide to London is a handy but hefty book for history lovers and purveyors of obscure facts. Priced at £9.99. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Royal Horticultural Society What? The Royal Horticultural Society will be presenting the 100th Chelsea Flower Show this year. The ever popular horticultural exhibition will include photographic exhibition, expert talks, Centenary opera and of course the show’s staple – the gardens. This year’s gardens include Spectacular Floral Pavilion, The Evolving Garden, Show Gardens, Fresh Gardens, Artisan Gardens, Generation Gardens, Revisit London 2012 and Artisan Retreats. When? 21st to 25th May Where? Royal Hospital, Chelsea, London SW3 4SL How? Visit www.rhs.org.uk for more information
Who? The Whip What? The Whip, the new cocktail bar over Mayfair’s oldest pub, The Running Horse, will soon be home to London’s julep revival. The recently opened equestrian themed bar, brain child of James Chase and Dominic Jacobs, will be serving up a selection of juleps in pewter tins as well as regular changing bar bites. When? Open now Where? 50 Davies Street, Mayfair, London W1K 5JE How? For more information, visit www.therunninghorselondon.co.uk
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