What To Do This Weekend 01.09.2022
FIND A NEW OUTFIT:
Rites Pop-Up, London Fields
Rental and resale platform Rites has opened its first pop-up at Broadway Market in London Fields. Until January, shoppers can browse a selection of clothes and accessories from some of our favourite brands at up to 80% OFF, including Faithfull the Brand, Stine Goya and Rixo, plus vintage pieces from Gucci, Miu Miu and Balenciaga. Through the brand’s ‘relove’ service, you can rent an outfit – ideal for autumn weddings and events – or buy it for a fraction of the RRP. Book a shopping appointment to find something special or take your own preloved items into the store to pass them on. Over the coming months, the pop-up will also host a series of events, as well as stalls from other sustainable brands like Croco Studio flowers and Sustainable Department Store, the latter of which specialises in organic beauty, conscious fashion and ethical homeware.
4 Broadway Market, London Fields, E8 4QJ
Visit Rites.co
MEET THE GIRLS:
Mama Shelter Shoreditch
Regular SL readers will know we love Mama Shelter for a good time, so we were excited to hear there’s a new dinner menu to try at its restaurant and terrace. Inspired by dishes served at its sites around the world, there’s Californian rainbow salad with heirloom tomatoes, sweet pickle red cabbage and truffle potatoes; ’nduja doughnuts with smoked paprika mayonnaise; grilled asparagus with toasted hazelnuts and parmesan; and a peri peri chicken burger with cheese and mayonnaise inspired by Mama Shelter Lisbon. After dinner, book into Mama’s cool and quirky karaoke rooms with the girls or relax with a cocktail in the Garden Bar.
134-146 Curtain Road, Shoreditch, EC2A 3AR
Visit MamaShelter.com
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GET THE DRINKS IN:
Silverleaf x The Orientalist x Little Red Door
Silverleaf at Pan Pacific hotel in Liverpool Street is one of east London’s best new bars. On Monday 5th September, it’s teaming up with outstanding Parisian bar Little Red Door for a drinks takeover to celebrate the launch of new spirit brand The Orientalist. Showcasing a selection of vodka, gin, rum and whisky, there’s an exclusive drinks menu inspired by east Asia. Guests can also enjoy tastings of the spirits in Silverleaf’s private room, Alba.
Pan Pacific, 80 Houndsditch, Liverpool Street, EC3A 7AB
Visit PanPacific.com
BOOK AHEAD:
Bread Making Classes at The Langham
The Langham’s cookery school, Sauce, has launched a monthly series of bread making classes. The next class takes place on Friday 16th September from 9.15am. Classes will be led by the hotel’s kitchen manager Millie Simpson, and assisted by bread baking expert Frances Aizlewood, who will show pupils the key pillars of bread-making – you’ll leave with freshly baked focaccia, milk buns, tiger bread and soda bread. After the class, you can enjoy lunch and a glass of wine in the dining room next door. Pupils will also leave with an apron and a canvas tote bag. Tickets cost £150pp.
1C Portland Place, Marylebone, W1B 1JA
Visit SauceByLangham.com
PRE-ORDER TICKETS:
Lift 109 at Battersea Power Station
We can’t wait to see the next part of Battersea Power Station’s transformation – which includes new shops, restaurants and apartments inside the iconic Grade II-listed building. If you want to be one of the first to step inside, you can now register for tickets for Lift 109. Set to open later this autumn, Lift 109 combines an immersive exhibition space in the art-deco Turbine Hall with a glass elevator that takes you to the top of the building’s north-west chimney – 109m above ground. From there, you’ll get panoramic views of the city. Register at the link below to be one of the first to experience it.
Circus Road West, Nine Elms, SW8 5BN
Visit Lift109.co.uk
PARTY IN NW1:
Camden Festival
Camden’s free street festival takes place this weekend. Visitors can see exhibitions at the open-air gallery, take part in workshops, and watch comedy shows and live music performances. DJs will set the vibe, while a pedestrianised corner just off Camden High Street will showcase goods from 25 local traders. You can also take part in yoga workshops, visit poetry corners and watch cooking demos. Afterwards, tuck into tacos and nachos from Peccati di Gola, or treat yourself to something sweet from Doughlicious Doughnuts. All events are free to attend.
5-7 Buck Street, Camden, NW1 8NJ
Visit CamdenInspire.com
GET DRESSED UP:
Aqua Kyoto Brunch
Aqua Kyoto in Soho has created a new brunch menu. Every Saturday and Sunday, guests can enjoy a generous brunch offering in the main dining room while DJs spin house music on the decks. Ideal if you’re looking for a fun brunch spot with the girls, diners will receive free-flowing champagne, cocktails or mocktails alongside several pan-Asian dishes. The menu includes seven starter dishes to share, followed by a choice of ginger miso sea bass, robata grilled sirloin or Japanese wasabi salsa, and a tropical dessert platter. After brunch, head to the rooftop terrace to continue the afternoon with more drinks and music.
Regent Street Entrance 30, 240 Argyll Street, Soho, W1B 3BR
LEARN FROM A PRO:
KJH Academy Live at The Marylebone Hotel
If you’re into beauty, Katie Jane Hughes probably needs no introduction. On Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th September, the make-up artist is hosting a series of masterclasses at The Marylebone Hotel. During each three-hour class, she’ll create an editorial look on a model as well as a wearable look on herself using her favourite products. Expect tips and tricks plus conversation throughout. Katie will share instructions suitable for everyone – whether you’re a pro or total novice. The masterclass will be followed by a meet and greet, and you’ll also receive a curated goodie bag filled with her favourite products. Tickets cost £350.
The Palm Room, The Marylebone Hotel, 47 Welbeck Street, Marylebone, W1G 8DN
Visit Eventbrite.com
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TRY NEW FLAVOURS:
Goan Food Festival at Gunpowder
From Sunday 4th to Sunday 11th September, Gunpowder is hosting a Goan food festival at its sites in Soho and Tower Bridge. Headed up by founder Harneet Baweja, the special menu will include dishes inspired by the diverse cultures in Goa and its surrounding regions which have Portuguese influences. Start with small plates of Maldon rock oysters topped with frozen hibiscus and cashew nut granita, and raw scallop chaat served with solkadi before moving onto main dishes of traditional spiced crab and curried baby lamb ribs. Be sure to try a couple of Goan-inspired cocktails like the ‘Kokam Martini’ made with homemade mangosteen concentrate, gin, and fresh lime and mint.
20 Greek Street, Soho, W1D 4DU; 4 Duchess Walk, Tower Bridge, SE1 2SD
Visit GunpowderRestaurants.com
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