Food

Great Places To Visit This Summer

Looking for some great places to visit this Summer in June? Then look no further because we have you covered! From business lunches, family days out to spicy margaritas with friends… there’s something for everyone

MR PORTER x Château d’Esclans 

MR PORTER London has partnered with Château d’Esclans for an exclusive multi-course menu showcasing Whispering Angel, Les Clans and Garrus. Oysters, yellowtail sashimi and zucchini carpaccio are paired with Les Clans 2024, while mains including Lady Mignon steak, Dover sole and roasted aubergine are paired with Garrus 2021. Eton Mess and Château d’Esclans Rosé 2024 round off the experience.

Good for: Luxury dining, wine pairings

Cavita & MAYA Marylebone – The Spicy Mezcarlita – is mezcal the drink of this summer?

Dinner at Cavita followed by drinks and dancing at MAYA below makes for a seamless Marylebone night out. Mixologist Daniel Kaizen’s Spicy Mezcarlita combines smoky mezcal with fresh jalapeño and a lime-salt rim, bringing together heat, citrus and savoury depth in one glass – to die for!

Good for: Mezcal lovers, summer drinks, spicy margaritas

Studio Coffee at Arcade Covent Garden – Cold-Foam Drinks

Studio Coffee at Arcade Covent Garden has brought NYC-inspired cold foam drinks to London, featuring coconut water topped with floating espresso, ube cream or matcha cream. Additionally, they have cold shakes—including black sesame, spirulina, matcha and ube – blended with vegan ice cream, oat milk and frozen yoghurt. The drinks were developed by Rich Woods, AKA @thecocktailguy.

Good for: Summer drinks, photogenic serves, instagram

BAM Karaoke Box, Victoria – Family friendly summer destination

For a family-friendly day out this summer, BAM Karaoke Box is hosting its Disney Brunch Club alongside its Rising Star and Golden Star karaoke packages for younger guests. It’s also a great option for children’s birthday celebrations, with a dedicated menu featuring potato tots, nuggets, pizza and pasta.

Good for: Family days out, school holiday fun, birthday venues

Gaucho x St Germain 

For those looking to make the most of the sunshine by the water, Gaucho Richmond offers one of London’s most picturesque riverside dining destinations. Situated on the banks of the Thames, its expansive terrace provides the perfect setting for long lunches, after-work drinks and relaxed al fresco dining throughout the summer.

This season, Gaucho has partnered with ST-GERMAIN to launch its refreshed summer terrace experience, bringing together refreshing spritz cocktails, live music and laid-back outdoor dining. The ST-GERMAIN Spritz takes centre stage – a mix of ST-GERMAIN, prosecco and Double Dutch soda water, garnished with a twist of lemon. Alongside this, guests can enjoy a selection of summer-ready cocktails including the Pink Hugo Spritz, Matcha Spritz and Paloma.

The drinks pair perfectly with Gaucho’s sharing-style menu, featuring dishes such as beef and tuna tartare tacos, crab on toast, king prawns sugo and indulgent cheese & truffle croquettes.

Good for: Summer terraces hangs, waterside dining

ALBA Express Lunch 

Launched on 22 June, ALBA’s new Express Lunch Menu is designed for busy professionals looking for a quality lunch that fits into the working day. Available Monday to Friday from 12pm–4pm, the menu is suited to client meetings, team lunches and midweek catch-ups, offering a streamlined dining experience without compromising on quality. Or, continue into the evening with ALBA’s aperitivo offering, serving two summer spritzes for £16 from 3-7pm across the summer months.

Good for: business lunches, city lunches, catchups with friends, Spritzes

Available: Monday–Friday, 12pm–4pm