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? Taste of London What? Taste of London festival is back at London’s Regent’s Park. This year is the foodie festival’s 10th anniversary and to celebrate, it’s putting on a whole host of programs including an explore world beer experience, a bandstand and a BBQ challenge. Tickets from £25.80. When? 20th – 23rd June Where? Regent’s Park, London NW1 5HA How? Visit london.tastefestivals.com for more information
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? The Bar With No Name What? Cocktail maestro Tony Conigliaro has recently unveiled his latest inventions at The Bar With No Name, all created in his new drinks lab. New on the menu include Terroir, a distillate created from clay, flint and lichen which is served straight from the bottle. Cocktails are £9 each. When? Available now Where? 69 Colebrooke Row, London N1 8AA How? Visit 69colebrookerow.com for more information
Who? Bruichladdich What? For a whisky with notes of Sauternes, look no further than Bruichladdich’s Octomore 4.2 Comus. The limited release whisky is said to be the world’s most heavily peated whisky and is aged in casks from Château d’Yquem. Priced at £100. When? Available now Where? www.bruichladdich.com How? Purchase online
Who? Glenmorangie What? Glenmorangie have announced the release of their fifth annual Private Edition – the Companta. Glenmorangie Companta has been matured in Grand Cru casks from Clos de Tart and those of a sweet fortified wine from Côtes du Rhône and is bottled at 46% ABV. Perfect little tipple for Burns Night. Priced at £69.99. When? From end of January 2014 Where? Available from specialist retailers and department stores How? For more information, see www.glenmorangie.com
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
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