As spring turns into summer, we at Luxuriate Life have been looking for a few select items to ensure that the warmer months of the year are just that little bit sweeter in 2025.
So, we’ve been thinking about style and practicality – everything we need for those summer vibes, whether that’s preparing for a beach-ready body, lazing on a lounger, or relaxing in the garden with a well-earned cold beer accompanied by a BBQ.
Looking and feeling good
OpenRun PRO 2
The new Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 headphones provide astounding sound quality for sports enthusiasts, delivering up to 12 hours of unmatched audio with an elegant simplicity. Equipped with wind-resistant microphones and a premium nickel-titanium frame, it ensures crystal-clear phone conversations even in extremely windy conditions. Additionally, its comfortable and secure fit offers peace of mind during use. Easy to charge via a water-proof USB-C, it enjoys an optimised fit for maximum comfort and an open-air design for safety.
From – Shokz
Price | £169
Salomon Aero Glide GRVL
Slip into Salomon’s burnt orange Aero Glide GRVLs, designed for the new GRVL Running trend of SS/25 which sees people blending road with off-road running. This everyday trainer is built on a high stack foam, allowing for dynamic, cushioned strides from mile one to mile end. Featuring an innovative, seamless upper construction that fits like a glove, it’s cushioned for dynamic running with lightweight, sturdy construction and a rocker geometry for smooth, powered up runs.
From – Salomon
Price | £145
1000 Mile Fusion Repreve Socklets
Protect your feet from irksome summer blisters with 1000Mile’s Repreve Socklets. These socks enjoy padded comfort and protection, including Achilles tendon padding but is knitted to a trainer liner length profile for those who prefer a ‘no sock’ look. With an innovative design and material technology using recycled yarns, protect yourself whilst looking stylish, secure in the knowledge that you will easily run up and down hills, knowing your feet are being well looked after!
From – 1000 Mile
Price | £14.50
Artilect Sprint Tee
The Artilect Sprint Tee is perfect for the serious athlete. Made from Nuyarn merino – one of the lightest materials in the world – the tee is super soft, dries quickly, combats odours, is very light and is breathable in the warmest of summers. This is the ultimate in base layers for active pursuits with a five time faster drying rate and long-term durability. Perfect for early morning runs, it has a reflective side stripe for increased visibility during low-light adventures.
From – Artilect performance
Price | £70
Vivida Changing Robe
A fusion of outerwear elegance and technical performance, these 100% recycled all weather changing robes are a portable sanctuary of calm, taking you effortlessly from adventure to relaxation. Whether you’re taking to the water or scaling new heights this Summer, Vivida’s robes provide the perfect companion for life on the go allowing you to change clothes within its confines. Available in Aventurine Green, Fossil Grey, Matcha Green and Mineral Blue, this ‘on-the-move’ duvet is made entirely from post-consumer plastic bottles.
From – Vivida lifestyle
Price | £280
Bling2o Sunglasses
Launched by a team of experienced NY product design experts in 2013, these custom decorated sunglasses have proved extremely popular. Latex and lead free with anti-fog properties, kiddies from 3-14 years of age will cut a rug on the beach. Well priced, they have a durable shield frame made from a thermoplastic material, making them flexible, lightweight and long lasting with mirrored lens for that cool dude look.
From – Bling2o
Price | £40
Holland Cooper
The Amalfi Clutch Bag in Natural Tan is a sophisticated summer accessory that combines natural woven rattan with premium tan leather trim. Its padded design and contrast stitching add a touch of elegance, while the signature leather logo patch and gold HC hardware enhance its luxurious appeal.
Featuring an internal card holder for practicality, this clutch effortlessly complements both casual and refined summer ensembles, including the Phoebe V- Neck Maxi Dress.
From – Holland Cooper
Price | £169 for the bag | £199 for the dress
Charles Tyrwhitt’s Linens Collection
Come the warmer weather, head to ace tailor Charles Tyrwhitt’s summer linen edit to stay cool, calm and collected. A mix of pure linen and lightweight cotton-linen blend staples, these breathable essentials are both lightweight and effortlessly smart. Designed for everyday dressing from city strolls to pub gardens and weekend breaks, these stylish styles mix versatility and good looks allowing for a fresh, confident approach to dressing for the warmer months.
From – Charles Tyrwhitt
Price | Shirts from £74.95
Women’s Hydropower Bikini Top and Bottom
The bikini top and bottom are designed for active, tough women who enjoy water sports. They have been developed with input from lifeguards and can be worn with other Waterwear products, such as the Waterwear Tights, Waterwear Top, Waterwear Jacket, and Waterwear Vest. This swimwear offers comfortable stretch, support, and quick-dry capabilities. It is made from Ocean Bound recycled materials, which are sourced within 50 kilometers of a coastline or major waterway in areas at risk of plastic pollution.
From – Helly Hansen
Price | From £75 for the set
Symprove
A summer of wellbeing starts from within. Symprove is a water-based food supplement that supports the gut microbiome with live, active bacteria. Backed by science and trusted by nutrition experts, it’s dairy-free, gluten-free and vegan. Take it daily for digestive harmony and inner balance—perfect for staying energised all summer long. Symprove is recommended by a lot of doctors and it is easy to understand why with the benefits being felt after just a few weeks thanks to the billions of live and active bacteria in every shot.
From – Symprove
Price | From £79 for a 4-week programme
Maison Louis Marie No.12 Bousval
Inspired by idyllic summer evenings in the Belgian countryside, No.12 Bousval is the latest fragrance from Maison Louis Marie. Notes of Valencia orange, bergamot and white cardamom open into a heart of ginger flower and eucalyptus, resting on a base of gilded amber, myrrh and cedar noir. This modern, earthy scent evokes warm memories of nature, nostalgia and serenity—perfect for summer wear or home ambience.
From – Maison Louis Marie / The French Pharmacy
Price | £95 (EDP) | £60 (perfume oil) | £35 (candle)
Soki London’s Aphrodite Perfume
Aphrodite is the perfect fragrance for the warmer summer months from Soki London, a female founder led independent British vegan, PETA-certified fragrance brand. It captures the warmth and allure of sun-drenched beaches and the feel of golden skin kissed by the sun. Created by renowned British perfumer Ruth Mastenbroek, in collaboration with Sophie King, this EDP offers a complex scent of mango, delicate lotus flower and palm leaves with a sensual base of aquatic notes and fresh coconut.
From – Shop Soki London
Price | £75 for 50ml
Messi Eau de Parfum – The Fragrance Shop Exclusive
New for Easter and exclusive to The Fragrance Shop, Messi Eau de Parfum is a fresh, confident fragrance inspired by greatness. Channeling Leo Messi’s signature humility and inner strength, this bold yet refined scent opens with crisp apple leaf, wild cypress and cardamom, unfolding into a heart of leather, French iris root and lavender, before finishing with a base of cedarwood, vanilla bean and patchouli. Elegant, expressive and designed to leave a lasting impression — it’s a scent for those who lead with quiet power.
From – The Fragrance Shop
Price | £55 (100ml)
Revlon One-Step Blow-Dry Multi Air Styler 5-in-1
For beach-ready hair this summer, pick up Revlon’s One-Step Blow-Dry Multi Air Styler which will dry, volumise, curl, wave and smooth, delivering pro-level results without the bulky styling arsenal. There are five interchangeable attachments allowing for a whole roster of salon-quality hair styles from curly looks to bouncy blow dries. Better still, it’s gentle on your hair, creating shiny, healthy-looking styles with less damage with four heat settings for customised temperature control.
From – Boots
Price | £59.99
REN Clean Skincare EVERCALM Sensitive Support Sunscreen SPF 50+
Protect your skin from harmful summer rays with Ren’s next-generation UVA & UVB protective Evercalm Sensitive Support Sunscreen SPF 50+. Non-greasy and fast-absorbing it is fragrance free, protects from blue light and pollution and is suitable for sensitive and eczema-prone skin. Packed with sun-loving omegas 3, 6 and 9 that support sensitised skin, the anti-pollution complex works to protect cells from oxidative damage from different types of pollution.
From – Renskincare
Price | £36
Travel-ready Supplements by Innermost
Maintain your gut health and stay energised whilst travelling all summer long with UK wellness brand Innermost’s travel-ready Digest Capsules, Hydrate Blend, and the Health Protein Travel Kit. Utilising innovative formulations to empower individuals’ vitality, The Digest Capsules provides gut support by combining probiotics and prebiotics to alleviate bloating, allowing you to travel anywhere without an upset stomach. The Hydrate Blend is rich in electrolytes, vitamins, and minerals, just the refreshment you need after a long flight, or a long day after hiking, walking, and exploring beaches. It is offered in three flavours, lemon & mint, elderberry, and orange. The Health Protein Travel Kit, a natural sugar free vegan-friendly pack consisting of balanced amino acids eases your worries on your protein intake. It contains three packs in vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry flavours. With these supplements, nourish your body on the go on your summer adventures effortlessly.
From – Innermost
Price | £24.95 (The Digest Capsules), £29.95 (The Hydrate Blend), £9.95 (The Health Protein Travel Kit)
ROJA London’s Isola Verde
Discover Isola Verde by ROJA London, a fragrance that transports you to a sun-drenched island where lush greenery meets glistening waters. The latest addition to the Isola Collection, this radiant parfum is a journey in scent, blending the creamy softness of magnolia and osmanthus with the juicy brightness of guava, grounded by warm sandalwood and a whisper of tobacco. Created by perfumer Antoine Cotton under the direction of Roja Dove, Isola Verde is a tribute to tropical escape and sensory exploration. Bold yet refined, it captures the thrill of untouched horizons.
From – ROSA London
Price | £385 for 50ml
Curlsmith’s Shake & Shine
Meet Shake + Shine Curl Refreshing Mist, the lightweight secret to day‑two definition and moisture rich bounce. This ultra fine spray delivers a 7‑weight Hyaluronic Acid complex and nourishing seaweed extract deep into every strand, boosting hydration by up to 41 % and taming frizz for 24 hours.* A quick mist reactivates curls on contact, restoring shine, shape, and a just‑washed feel—no crunch, no heavy residue. Designed for every wave and curl pattern, Shake + Shine keeps textured hair polished, touchably soft, and ready for anything. Effortless refresh, perfected. *Third‑party instrumental testing vs. untreated hair.
From – Curlsmith and Boots
Price | £24
Summer living
Joro Home Summer Duvets
When struggling to remain cool in the sultry, warm nights of summer, head for Joro Home and their stylish range of linen bedding. High quality and using time-honoured techniques to create compelling designs, their linen bedding fabrics are perfect for the summer months when a cool night’s sleep is required. Made from 100% percale linen for a fresh and breathable feel, linen natural regulates temperature keeping you effortlessly cool in all interpretations of the word.
From – Joro Home
Price | Double duvet covers from £258
Haden 25L Matt Black Air Fryer Microwave Oven
The Haden 25L Matt Black Air Fryer Microwave Oven is a versatile 4-in-1 appliance designed to simplify your cooking while elevating your kitchen’s style. Combining the functions of an air fryer, microwave, grill, and convection oven, it delivers delicious, healthier meals with less oil and faster cooking times. Its 900W microwave and powerful 1500W air fry feature ensure efficiency, while 15 preset programs and multiple cooking modes make meal preparation effortless, from quick reheats to family dinners. With a 25L capacity, it’s spacious enough for everyday use yet compact enough to save counter space.
Built for modern living, this sleek appliance features a matte black and brushed stainless steel finish that enhances any kitchen. The LED digital control panel offers intuitive operation, while added functions such as defrost, auto-reheat, express cooking, and a timer provide everyday convenience. Safety is prioritised with a child lock and automatic shutoff, giving you peace of mind. More than just a microwave, the Haden Air Fryer Microwave Oven is a smarter, energy-saving solution that helps you enjoy better-tasting meals and more time for what matters most.
From – Haden
Price | £190
Miller Harris Fig Diffuser
There’s nothing better than breathing in a fresh, fruity aroma when entering your home during the warm months of summer. Perfumer Miller Harris’ Fig Diffuser emanates a continuous burst of luscious fruit and green fragrance throughout the day, evoking the scents of summer vineyards, rich in sunlight and the soft earth aroma of a fig tree. The natural reeds of the diffuser merely need to be touched occasionally to prompt a fresh burst of scent.
From – Miller Harris
Price | £70
Caso Design’s IceCreamer
When you want ice cream on tap, let the newest kitchen gadget by Caso Design be your go-to kitchen counter favourite. The new Caso IceCreamer is a stylish five in one gadget which creates creamy ice cream, refreshing sorbets, smooth frozen yoghurts and even classic natural yoghurts. The machine’s powerful compressor instantly chills two litres of ice cream in under an hour whilst a handy ingredient hatch lets you swirl in your favourite ingredients mid-churn.
From – Caso Design
Price | £279.99
Tormek T-1 Kitchen Knife Sharpener
Tormek brings over 50 years of expertise in tool sharpening for woodworkers and more than 35 years in knife sharpening for commercial kitchens. The sleek, Scandinavian design of the Tormek T-1 Kitchen Knife Sharpener comes fully assembled featuring a solid wood handle, diamond grinding wheel, composite honing wheel and a powder-coated zinc body, now available in NEW Ash Green – a subtle, muted green, perfect for creating a timeless aesthetic complementing every kitchen style.
From – Tormek
Price | £335
Life Precision Bottle Wine Cooler, Solenco Life
For the perfectly cooled wine to accompany any dining occasion this summer, head for Solenco Life’s Precision Bottle Wine Cooler. This compact and stylish ice-free solution takes the guess work out of maintaining the perfect serving temperatures for white, rosé and red wines for that expert touch. This sleek, modern cooler with its intuitive touch controls and ambient lighting can accommodate cylindrical bottles of up to 96mm in diameter accommodating both wine and champagne bottles.
From – Amazon
Price | £99.99
Hobot Legee D8
The Hobot LEGEE-D8 Eco Compactor Robot Vacuum Cleaner with Mop is your ultimate ally for summer cleaning. Its 5000Pa Tangless™ front suction efficiently captures hair and debris, preventing tangles and ensuring uninterrupted performance. The HSSPL™ mopping technology simulates human-like cleaning with 1300 strokes per minute and 800g pressure, effectively tackling stubborn stains. With 7+1 Talent Clean™ modes, it adapts to various cleaning needs, while advanced LiDAR navigation ensures precise and efficient coverage. The ECO Compactor™ compresses waste, reducing emptying frequency. Voice control and app integration make operation seamless, keeping your home spotless with minimal effort. Clean smarter this summer.
From – Hobot Legee D8
Price | £299
KitchenAid’s Cordless Range of culinary devices
KitchenAid, a leader in culinary innovation since 1919, has introduced two new additions to their cordless range – a collection of powerful, cordless appliances that use a single removable battery, perfect for hassle-free meal preparation.
The Cordless Citrus Juicer extracts fresh juice from citrus fruits whilst the Cordless Top Down Chopper is designed for efficient food prep. There are eight appliances in total available including a hand mixer, hand blender, food chopper, personal blender, coffee grinder and kitchen vacuum– each powered by a single rechargeable battery.
From – KitchenAid
Price | £149 per item
Hokan Bowls
These new Blue Reactive bowls are great for al fresco dining as the stoneware bowls with lids keep food covered up away from bugs and wasps and are perfect for marinating meat in or keeping cooked BBQ food covered and warm. The stylish bowls are stackable and the lids double up as plates too!
From – Hokan bowls
Price | £90 for the set of three plus delivery
Baobab Collection’s Luxury Candles, Fety Collection
Fety is a collection that has been hand-crocheted by the women of Madagascar, and Raphia is an endemic plant species harvested every year. The leaves are dried, then cut into long strips for dyeing and crocheting. Baobab Collection works with a women’s cooperative in Madagascar which has been making their Raphia candles for 8 years, under the impetus of the brands creative direction. The motifs are first designed and then produced by the crocheters in Madagascar. This annual project enables women to make a decent living and send their children to school.
The colours and bayadère stripes of this year’s Raphia was inspired by the South of France and the colourful deck chairs that line the riviera. Each candle scent nods to the breezy, aquatic, sunny, and warm scents of the region, and are available in four sizes from 1.3kg – 10.35kg.
From – Baobab Collection
Price | Ranges between £115 and £645
Takamaka Rum: Bringing the Seychelles Sun to UK Shores
Takamaka Rum from the Seychelles is set to heat up the UK with its Spirit of the Seychelles campaign this summer. Launching at Taste of London 2025, the brand will unveil its Takamaka Beach Bar, serving tropical cocktails like the Takamaka Dry Daiquiri, Punch, Seychelles Spritz and Pina Colada slushies. Rum ambassador Dean MacGregor will host tastings and mini masterclasses throughout the event. The campaign continues with Sunday Sessions at The Salt Room in Brighton and terrace takeovers at Goldies in Soho, offering cocktails, DJ sets and laid-back island vibes all summer long.
From – Takamakarum
Price | Varies by stockist
Camus XO Cognac
Camus XO is a refined summer indulgence, featuring lavish notes of puff pastry, orange, apricot, pear, and white flowers. Elegantly bottled in a reusable square decanter, this exceptional Cognac is the ultimate gift for lovers of fine spirits – a sophisticated companion for long summer evenings.
From – The Whisky Exchange, Master of Malt
Price | £280
Chopin Family Reserve Vodka
Give the gift of luxury this summer with Chopin Family Reserve Vodka. Handcrafted from young potatoes and triple distilled, it delivers an elegant, sweet and delicate profile that shines when served neat or mixed in a Luxury Martini. Housed in a striking bottle, this ultra-premium vodka is one to savour slowly as the sun sets.
From – Hedonism Wines
Price | £170.53
Refined Clarity, Uncompromising Character
Discover the elegance of Hacien Añejo Cristalino Tequila—a masterfully crafted spirit made from 100% blue agave and aged to perfection in oak barrels. Expertly charcoal-filtered to achieve its striking crystal-clear appearance, it retains the depth and complexity earned through time in cask. The result is a remarkably smooth tequila with warm, creamy notes and a luxurious finish—crafted for those who appreciate purity without sacrificing flavour. A true sipping experience, elevated.
From – Hacien Añejo Cristalino Tequila
Price | £95
Sakura Kuyushu Box
Discover the elegance of Japanese culture each month with Sakura’s curated boxes of artisanal snacks, premium teas, and handcrafted home goods. Sourced directly from local makers, every item reflects the beauty and tradition of Japan.
Each box includes a 24-page Culture Guide, offering rich stories behind the products and their creators. With authentic touches like ceramics, furoshiki, and chopsticks, this is more than a subscription—it’s a journey.
Hand-packed in Japan. Effortlessly delivered to you.
Pasqua “Hey French, You Could Have Made This But You Didn’t!” – 3rd Edition.
A bold and expressive white wine, this multi-vintage blend delivers refined complexity with an edge. Praised by wine expert Jancis Robinson for its smoky, honeyed dryness, it offers a layered tasting experience that pairs effortlessly with rich, creamy dishes. Designed to impress, it balances structure and elegance, making it an ideal companion for a special summer meal. An investment in taste, its distinctive character more than earns its place at the table. The result: a complex, age-worthy white with notes of chamomile, citrus, almond, and tropical fruit. With 92 points from James Suckling, it’s a mineral-driven match for creamy dishes or aged cheese.
From – Majestic
Price | £37
Château La Coste Rosé
This summer, Château La Coste invites you to discover the pinnacle of Provençal elegance with its exquisite 2020 rosé collection—three exceptional cuvées that embody the estate’s organic philosophy and refined craftsmanship. Certified organic and proudly bearing the Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence label, these rosés are a tribute to the region’s sun-drenched terroir and the art of biodynamic winemaking.
Each bottle in this stunning trilogy expresses a delicate harmony of aroma and taste, delivering a sensory journey that is both fresh and profoundly elegant. From the lively fruit-forward nose of Rosé d’une Nuit, perfect for apéritifs, to the round, anise-tinged Grand Vin Rosé—an inspired pairing for grilled red mullet with aubergine confit—every glass is a celebration of finesse and flavour.
And for those seeking something truly special, Le Rosé, a sophisticated blend of Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, and Cabernet, offers bright floral notes and vibrant freshness—an exceptional match for whisky-flambéed king prawns or your most refined summer dishes.
Whether enjoyed on a sunlit terrace with friends or paired with a carefully curated menu, Château La Coste’s 2020 rosés promise pink perfection in every pour.
From – Château La Coste
Price | £25
Dewar’s Double Double 21-Year-Old
More than just a whisky, Dewar’s Double Double 21-Year-Old is a refined voyage through flavour and craftsmanship. With elegant notes of vine-ripened fruits and rich cacao, it showcases remarkable smoothness and complexity, hallmarks of masterful blending and patient aging. This summer, offer the gift of discovery with Dewar’s Double Double: an extraordinary Scotch whisky made to be savoured. The smoothness and the flavour is really something else, testament to the double aging of this liquid.
From – The Whiskey Exchange
Price | £140
From – Addison Ross
Price | £35
Other Experiences
Shikhar at Vatavaran – Knightsbridge’s Coolest New Summit
Perched atop the four-storey Himalayan-inspired townhouse Vatavaran, Shikhar is London’s sleek new cocktail lounge and private members club from Michelin-starred chef Rohit Ghai and mixology maestro Abhishake Sangwan. With constellation-themed cocktails (think kokum-infused tequila and masala chai-spiced rum), refined Indian small plates, and table-side theatre, it’s a high-altitude escape in the heart of Knightsbridge. Open Tuesday–Sunday, Shikhar offers guestlist-only evenings and a £750 founding membership packed with luxe perks—including access to exclusive events, dining credits, and even Harrods-adjacent flats at preferred rates.
From – Shikhar at Vatavaran
Price | £750 per annum (£250 redeemable across group restaurants)
The Nobu JENKI Terrace at Nobu Hotel London Portman Square
This summer, the chic Nobu Hotel London Portman Square has reopened its elegant terrace, offering a luxurious al-fresco experience in the heart of Marylebone. Guests can sip on inventive JENKI Matcha cocktails crafted by Nobu Bar’s expert mixologists, using ceremonial-grade matcha in both alcoholic and non-alcoholic serves. Highlights include the refreshing Yuzu JENKI Punch (Roku Gin, yuzu, vanilla, coconut water) and the Minted Matcha (mint, shiso, lime, soda).
Alongside drinks, the terrace menu showcases a curated selection of Nobu’s iconic dishes designed for outdoor dining. Expect flavour-packed plates like the Umami Mediterranean Seabass with soy yasaizuke glaze, Wagyu Sliders, Courgette Tataki with Ponzu, and Tomato Quinoa Ceviche. Classic sushi selections and lighter bites like Nobu Style Greek Salad and Umami Baby Chicken round out the offerings.
From – Nobu London
Truffle Burger & Friends: Iconic Global Street Food Meets Riverside Style
This summer, Truffle Burger, London’s cult-favourite burger brand, presents Truffle Burger & Friends—a high-energy pop-up series at the South Bank Centre celebrating bold flavours and global food icons. Set between the skate park and London Eye, it promises to be the capital’s most buzzed-about food destination.
Curated by founder Tom Bickers, the series builds on the viral success of Truffle’s 7th Street Burger collab, this time expanding the vision with chefs and street food legends from around the world, many debuting in the UK.
A Curated Lineup of Global Stars
Joining the summer celebration are:
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Homer Lobster, famed for world-class lobster rolls (Paris)
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Forsyth Fire Escape, NYC’s viral burrito-slinging lockdown legend
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Nixta Taqueria, Austin’s boundary-breaking Mexican-American hotspot
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Bodega Truck, NYC’s nostalgic chopped cheese specialists
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Utopia Bagels, iconic hand-rolled creations from Queens, NYC
From – Truffle Burger & Friends
Price | Range between £12 and £30
INCA London Launches a New Summer Show ‘Miami Nights’ With Don Julio Tequila
INCA London brings out a bold new show, promising an unforgettable journey through the glamour and electric soul of Miami. You can experience the show from Thursday 12th June – Saturday 27th September, launching weekly from Thursday – Saturday, 8.30pm until late.
Expect Latin-infused house, reggaeton, and classic Miami club beats, with dazzling costumes and heart-racing entertainment. INCA’s culinary team has developed a new menu inspired by Latin American flavours. The experience is further elevated by a signature cocktail menu, created in collaboration with Don Julio Tequila.
From – INCA London
Price | From £95 per person
SOUND Cafe Launches ‘Speed of Sound’ Express Lunch
SOUND Cafe at The Cumberland Hotel is introducing the ‘Speed of Sound’ Express Lunch Menu, a brand new lunchtime offer of delicious signature dishes, built to ensure diners can escape for a lunchtime meal, even whilst up against demanding daily schedules. With Londoners only spending on average 33 minutes on their lunch break, (according to the Craft Guild of Chefs), SOUND Cafe at The Cumberland Hotel has a brand new offering to make the most of those precious minutes. The lunchtime menu is priced at a great value, including a tantalising main dish plus a choice of soft drink or mocktail for £19.33, a nod to the year 1933 when the iconic Cumberland Hotel opened. However, in keeping with its Speed of Sound name, if Sound Cafe does not serve a diner their Speed of Sound Express Lunch menu within 30 minutes, lunch is on the house!
From – Sound Cafe
Price | £19.33
Marylebone Music Festival
Celebrating its 10th year, Marylebone Music Festival invites you to a week of an orchestral enchantment brought under London’s open sky at The Wallace Collection and Manchester Square Gardens. Taking place from Monday 16th June – Sunday 22th June, each day awaits unforgettable sounds, including concerts with Korean superstar Danny Koo and the Orion Orchestra, as well as pop classics, jazz, opera, and classical Indian music. You can also expect evenings with Dr. Lelia Packer’s discussion of Canaletto’s Grand Canal paintings, a beginner friendly mindfulness session with JP Kozah, and Rob Rinder’s introduction of his new book launch.
The VIP Full Festival Pass offers exclusive access to the festival for the entire week, reserved seating in the front section , and four drink tokens at £180. Surround yourself with a community of curious music lovers, friends and family, and enjoy music, art, and drinks.
From – Marylebone Music Festival
Price | Ranging from £6 to £180
Barts Unveils a Mexican-Inspired Agave Garden & Don Julio Cocktail Experience
This summer, Barts invites you to uncover its latest hidden gem: a Mexican-inspired Agave harden infused with a limited-edition Don Julio cocktail menu. Concealed behind the iconic black doors, guests are transported back to 1929, where a uniquely designed speakeasy awaits, brimming with character and charm. Available to visit from now until October, immerse yourself in an oasis of glowing lanterns, lush cacti, and vibrant agave planters as you sip your way and taste the bold spirit of Mexico through expertly crafted Palomas, Margaritas, and more. Barts’ Agave Garden is your invitation to drink in the moment, and keep a little secret while you do.
From – Barts
Price | Cocktails at £16
Horizons Casino With New Skewd Restaurant
Horizons casino reveals its newly refurbished gaming floor and the launch of Skewd from Friday 20th June, a bold new restaurant concept that brings Anatolian cooking with attitude to the heart of Leicester Square. Located at 1 Leicester Square in the historic Queen’s House, this transformation marks a new chapter for one of London’s most prestigious gaming venues.
The new outpost in Leicester Square within Horizons Casino represents the brand’s most ambitious project yet, featuring an open fire mangal, a striking graffiti wall by renowned artist Mr Lee. The restaurant also features a stunning private dining room seating up to 12 guests, perfect for intimate celebrations and corporate dining experiences. Its new terrace, seating up to 65, overlooking Leicester Square provides breathtaking views of one of London’s most iconic locations.
At the heart of the new offering, Skewd’s menu celebrates the rich culinary traditions of Anatolia with modern presentation and premium ingredients. Standout dishes include the Wagyu Adana, a luxurious interpretation of the classic featuring rich, tender Wagyu beef spiced and grilled over open fire for intense depth and flavour, and Ali Nazik, a traditional Anatolian dish elevated with smoky aubergine purée topped with tender grilled lamb, finished with house-made chilli oil and fresh herbs.
From – Skewd
Price | A meal ranging from £26 to £40 per person
200 Capacity Rooftop Bar La-Yam
Feel tranquillity take over as you enjoy beautiful views of The Shard, The City and the BT Tower, with a drink that matches your vibe at the latest open-air bar, La-Yam, now open from Mondays to Fridays starting Thursday, 19th June.
Located eight floors above Holborn station, this 200-capacity rooftop bar encapsulates relaxation and serves a contemporary Greek menu, featuring a specially designed Ottolenghi-style spread from 12 to 2 PM. On Sundays, La-Yam fires up the grill for an Asado-inspired BBQ roast, making it perfect for all endeavours, from business lunches to more casual and romantic dinners. The drinks selection of wines, beers, spirits, and cocktails hooks you from the first sip, especially as the menu evolves with the seasons.
There is a community and wellness element to the space, with rooftop yoga sessions hosted by La-Yam’s wellness brand ‘Elevated Wholeness’. You can also look forward to the shift in energy with lively evening events of DJs showcasing emerging musical talent from London on Fridays.
Take in the dynamic atmosphere that changes throughout the day; from calm and mindful in the morning to social or festive by evening.
From – La-Yam
Price | Around £25 per person
The HEDONIST Collection at The NYX Hotel London Holborn
This summer, NYX Hotel London Holborn’s rooftop becomes a riot of colour and creativity with The HEDONIST Collection, a fearless new showcase curated by Gone Rogue. Originally designed in 2009 by De Angelis and Garner and now held in the V&A’s archive, these six wallpaper prints honour the extravagant spirit of Leigh Bowery. These six vivid prints blend bold, expressive visuals with updated colour-ways and sustainable materials to create an immersive space where art meets nightlife. Guests can sip limited-edition specially crafted Brockmans Gin cocktails and more, inspired by the collection’s energy, or dive deeper into the experience at Hedonist Nights—monthly rooftop parties running July through September.
Hedonist Nights Dates: Saturday 6 July | Saturday 3 August | Saturday 7 September
From – NYX Hotel London Holborn
Price | Cocktails at £16
Café Cuba at 34 Mayfair
34 Mayfair’s terrace transforms into Café Cuba, a celebration of Cuban culture curated in collaboration with Ron Santiago de Cuba. Running from 7 July to 1 September, the space blends vibrant colours, bold flavours, and lively rhythms, with a lineup of live Cuban jazz every Thursday evening. Alongside a menu of specially crafted rum cocktails and Cuban-inspired dishes, the bar joins Ron Santiago’s global daiquiri tour, reimagining the classic with inventive seasonal twists. Whether for the music, the mixology, or the mood, Café Cuba invites you to sip, savour, and unwind as the sun goes down, Havana-style.
From – Ron Santiago de Cuba
Price | Cocktails ranging from £13 to £17 per person
Desi Daru Vodka and charity: water Partner for One Sip, One Day’ campaign
In a unique partnership with the global non-profit charity: water, Desi Daru is committed to giving back through its ‘One Sip, One Day’ initiative, which, for every 25ml pour, one person in India receives a full day of clean drinking water; a single bottle supports a month. The campaign ultimately focuses on rainwater harvesting, a sustainable solution in regions where groundwater is unsafe or scarce. As having access to clean water and basic sanitation saves roughly 16,000 lives every week, with over 700 million people lacking access to clean water globally, and millions more in India affected daily, each sip of Desi Daru now carries a deeper purpose.
From – Desi Daru and charity:water
Price | £41.00 for a 70cl bottle
Mark Kempson’s Roast Yorkshire Grouse at Kitchen W8
Celebrate the arrival of grouse season at Kitchen W8 with a special dish from chef Mark Kempson, available from 18 August. His Roast Yorkshire Grouse with smoked celeriac, stuffed cabbage, damsons, liver and bacon is a bold, seasonal creation that reflects Mark’s deep connection to wild British ingredients and his award-winning expertise in game cookery. A classically trained chef with a passion for pure flavour, Mark favours thoughtful, ingredient-led cooking over fleeting trends. His commitment to seasonality is backed by long-standing relationships with trusted farmers, fishermen and foragers, ensuring the very best produce reaches his kitchen at just the right time. With 14 consecutive Michelin stars and the title of Game Chef of the Year, Mark’s cooking is a masterclass in balance, depth and respect for the land.
From – Kitchen W8
Price | £52
Sipsmith Invites You to Iconic Venues
This summer, Sipsmith brings handcrafted charm to London’s sunniest spots with a trio of terrace takeovers designed for stylish sipping. From the Mediterranean-inspired escape at Azzurra’s Best of British Summer Terrace, serving al fresco cocktails including the Frozen Grapefruit & Mint Cups until August 31st, to One Aldwych’s British Summer Sips, where seasonal cocktails like the Scarlett Sip and Bee’s Knees add a floral twist to Covent Garden evenings, Sipsmith is elevating alfresco moments across the city. Don’t miss Raffles’ Sax & Slings Summer Series every Wednesday up until August 27th, pairing signature serves such as the Sipsmith Raffles 1915 at The Guards Bar with live saxophone in partnership with The Royal College of Music in support of rising musical talent. Summer sipping, the Sipsmith way.
From –Azzura, One Aldwych and Raffles Hotel
Price | Cocktails ranging from £14 to £22 per person
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