Who? Opium, Chinatown
What? Head to Opium in Chinatown for decadent cocktails and dim sum in its hidden from view parlours. Styled in the fashion of old-time opium dens, Opium is the latest bar from industry giants Dre Masso and Eric Yu. The dim sum list is short but the cocktail menu more than makes up for it.
When? Open now
Where? 15-16 Gerrard St London W1D 6JA
How? Visit opiumchinatown.com for more information
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
Soon to arrive at the Royal Academy is the installation entitled “The Lost Album”, an exhibition of over four hundred original photographs taken by the late Dennis Hopper. This is the first time such a large collection of Hopper’s work has been shown in the UK. All of the photographs were taken between 1961 and 1967 and were personally selected by Hopper for his first major exhibition at the Fort Worth Art Centre, Texas, in 1970. In addition to the photographs will be a selection of vintage prints which were discovered after Hopper’s death in 2010. Hopper first started experimenting with photography using a camera bought for him by his,…
Who? Cutty Sark What? Historic clipper Cutty Sark’s cargo hold has been transformed into a brand new studio space, due to open in the new year. During the launch fortnight, the space will play host to a variety of performances from lectures and comedy to magic and musical performance. On the bill includes Alan Davies, Sir Robin Knox-Johnson and Ross Noble. When? 29th January to 15th February 2014 Where? Cutty Sark Clipper Ship, King William Walk, Greenwich, London SE10 9HT How? For more information, see www.rmg.co.uk/cuttysark Watch: Cutty Sark, world’s last remaining tea clipper
Who? Taj Suites & Residences London What? 51 Buckingham Gate, part of Taj Suites & Residences London, has recently unveiled their Cinema Suite. The two bedroom suite has been designed as a tribute to the history of film and takes inspiration from films across the globe. There’s an 85 inch plasma cinema screen, with 3D state-of-the-art home theatre system, and a fully immersive Steinway Lyngdorf cinema system preloaded with 300 international films, books and music. Rates start from £5,100 per night. When? Available now Where? 51 Buckingham Gate, London SW1E 6AF How? For more details and bookings please call 020 7769 7766 or email reservations@51-buckinghamgate.co.uk
Who? The Conran Shop What? The Conran Shop is launching “Love Shack”, a gift section organised according to six ancient Greek love types: Eros, Mania, Ludus, Storgic, Pragma and Agape, in its London stores. The Love Shack will feature 800 gift ideas, some of which are new launches, priced between £10 and £10,000. When? From beginning of February until 18th March Where? The Conran Shop has locations in Chelsea and Marylebone How? Shop in store
Who? Vault Couture What? If your wardrobe is getting a bit too big to handle then you definitely need Vault Couture. The London based company will photograph, catalogue, transport and store your favourite fashion items, allowing you to access your entire wardrobe via their special app. The app will let you easily see what’s in your wardrobe and decide what to wear day to day. When? Services available by appointment Where? www.vaultcouture.com How? Visit website for more information
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