Fine dining is edgy and wonderful at Smith’s Bar & Restaurant in London’s Paddington

by Maryam Zanouzi, Special Correspondent Smith’s Bar and Grill is described as a traditional British and modern-European eatery with a modern edge. Located in Paddington Basin overlooking the Grand Union canal. It has a large light-filled restaurant and an all year terrace with outdoor heaters. We visited in the evening … more

Fancy Crab in Marylebone – review

Is there a useful way of disposing of old ageing males? Well at least us humans have found an answer for one creature – a certain species of crab – the giant Red King Crab. So being in two minds about whether its really ethical to eat this sea creature, … more

New film club in North London to debut with award-winning director Mike Leigh

Two award-winning directors to screen debut short and feature films at London’s new Film Club. On Wednesday 17th July, The First Film Club will be launching its first screening and Q&A event, with two award-winning directors and their award-winning debut films, at the Phoenix Cinema (East Finchley, London) – Information … more

The Harcourt pub Marylebone opens after refurbishment

The Harcourt on Harcourt Street in London’s Marylebone, has reopened with newly refreshed interiors and menus by chef-director Henry Harris, in collaboration with head chef Kimmo Makkonen. The Harcourt, which opened in 2016, was the first site from Harcourt Inns, a collection of five pubs, founded by James McCulloch. Originally … more

Stay hot at Malmaison – room for 2 plus dinner £89

Stay hot this winter with this scorching offer at Malmaison. Hit some of the best cities in the UK to discover two delicious courses from our seasonal Fixed Price Menu, bursting with flavour and festive colour. And once you’ve finished exploring, warm up in a luxurious room for 2 with … more

David Baddiel – My Family: The Sitcom – save £22 on tickets

Following a critically acclaimed, complete sell-out run at the Menier Chocolate Factory, David Baddiel: My Family: Not The Sitcom comes to the Playhouse theatre! My Family: Not the Sitcom is a massively disrespectful celebration of the lives of David Baddiel’s late mother, Sarah, and dementia-ridden father, Colin. It’s a show about memory, ageing, infidelity, dysfunctional relatives, … more

Motown – the musical that is not to be missed!

The hit West End production of Motown the Musical releases over 200,000 new tickets for sale with the show now booking at the Shaftesbury Theatre to 24 February 2018 as the production celebrates its first birthday in London! With music and lyrics from the Motown catalogue and book by Motown founder Berry Gordy the production … more

Yamoto – hear the sounds of the traditional drum used in Shinto rituals

Yamato — Chousensha – The Challengers at the Peacock theatre, London The unmistakable sound of the traditional Taiko drum, used in Shinto rituals, is challenged by the Yamato drummers of Japan. Drums weighing up to half a tonne are hit with ferocious skill, as each beat sends out a heart-thumping torrent of vibrations. In this … more

Peter Pan Goes Wrong – Apollo Theatre London

  Mischief Theatre’s Peter Pan Goes Wrong returns to the West End for a second disastrous limited season after its huge sucess last year. Once again the members of the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society battle against technical hitches, flying mishaps and cast disputes. Will they ever make it to Neverland?For … more

The Glass Menagerie Duke of Yorks Theatre London 26 Jan-29 April

THE GLASS MENAGERIE BY TENNESSEE WILLIAMS ‘John Tiffany’s stunning production. Be prepared to have the breath knocked out of you.’ New York Times Following a multi Tony Award-nominated run on Broadway, Olivier and Tony Award-winning director John Tiffany (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One and Two, Let the … more