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| This weekend, we’ve got a bit of everything. From yet another izakaya to a pub dinner and a pop up musical, we’re getting around. Party-wise, if you’re going out, hit up Derrick Carter at XOYO. Staying in? Monarchy’s new album will have you entertained. And finally, take it easy on Sunday with some shopping and a burger. Enjoy! |
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| This Weekend’s Picks |
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| • FRI The Woodstock Kushiyaki Bar • SAT Sweeney Todd • SUN Pam Pam
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TOP 5 |
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March picks |
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1. Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty, we said it once, we’ll say it again. If you haven’t got tickets, what are you waiting for?
2. The Richmond, east London’s first raw bar. Head in for Oysters and negronis on tap.
3. Pamela, the new bar from the guys behind The Alibi and Birthdays.
4. Designs of the Year. From Google’s self-driving car to Marjan Van Aubel’s phone-charging Current table, the future is here.
5. Dior and I, the latest fashion documentary on our must watch list.
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| For the complete guide to March, check out our March Culturist |
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FRIDAY |
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DRINK:
The Woodstock Kushiyaki Bar
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Dinner:
The Culpeper
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| The izakaya trend continues with The Woodstock Kushiyaki Bar. By now you know the drill: go for a casual pit stop or a pre-party drink, order some grilled and fried skewers and try a few Japanese draft beers. If the mood strikes, move on to the sake and shochu. |
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Go to the newly opened dining room at The Culpeper in Spitalfields for a laid back Friday night dinner. Head chef Sandy Jarvis, formerly of Terroirs, takes charge of the seasonal menu: think raw chopped beef and rosemary, lamb chops with sage butter and crispy lamb breast with mint salad. We’ll be sticking around for some cocktails. |
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Prices vary
11 Woodstock Street,
W1C 2AE
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11am-12pm
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40 Commercial Street,
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UJ RADAR: OYSTERS |
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Nuno Mendes’s Oyster & Champagne Cart. Photo credit Nicholas Kay.
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| Move over lobster, oysters have clammed into the limelight. We’ve mapped out our top picks for your fix, any time of day. For a daytime pick-me-up or pre-dinner shuck head to Nuno Mendes’s Oyster & Champagne Cart, parked in the courtyard of Chiltern Firehouse until 8.30pm. Go traditional and pair with champagne or mix it up with ice-cold vodka. No reservation necessary. For a happy-hour deal, hit up The Wright Brothers: oysters are £1 each between 3pm-6pm. Dinner-wise, we can’t wait to try the oysters at the raw bar at The Richmond, paired with negronis on tap. Lastly, for a lazy Sunday, try the Market Gourmet stand at the new Slow Food & Living Market at the Rosewood London. |
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SATURDAY |
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WATCH:
Sweeney Todd
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PARTY:
Skream + Derrick Carter + Artwork + Tom Demac at XOYO
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| The Tooting Arts Club's acclaimed production of Sweeney Todd has transferred to the West End. If you haven’t booked a ticket, then we urge you to do so now (there are still some seats left). Originally staged in London’s oldest Pie Shop (Harrington Pie and Mash Shop), the space has been replicated on Shaftesbury Avenue – with pies and all. Hot pies, hot tickets, get in quick. |
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Fresh from Chicago, UJ fave and house don Derrick Carter is bringing his boompty boomp to XOYO, with Skream by his side. You’ll also find techno DJ Tom Demac upstairs all night. Not to be missed. Oh, and get there early. Last entry is at a spritely 11pm. |
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2:30pm and 7:30pm
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39-45 Shaftesbury Avenue,
W1D 6LA
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9pm-4am
£13.50
32-37 Cowper Street,
EC2A 4AP
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BOOK NOW |
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Sager + Wilde and the Typing Room |
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| Diaries out: Next week, for one night only, Sager + Wilde will be joining forces with the Typing Room for a collaborative wine dinner. Expect an 8-course tasting menu paired with Californian wines selected by Michael & Charlotte Sager-Wilde. Book now. |
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Sager + Wilde and the Typing Room, Town Hall Hotel, Patriot Square, E2 9NF. Wednesday, March 18. £150. 6pm-10pm. To book email reservations@typingroom.com
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PRESS PLAY |
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Abnocto by Monarchy |
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| Our award for album of the week goes to Abnocto by Monarchy. Synth pop done right. #UJLoves |
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Buy the album here
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SUNDAY |
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EAT:
Big Fernand
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SHOP:
Pam Pam
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| French burger chain Big Fernand are finally crossing to our side of the Channel. Opening their first outpost outside of France, expect their brand of hamburgés, which includes unpasteurised cheeses such as Tomme De Savoie or raclette, patties served blue to well-done and extras of confit onions or grilled courgettes. Its USP? A ‘build your own’ option with more than 3000 possibilities. Decisions, decisions. |
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One for the ladies. The UK’s first women’s-only sneaker shop has opened on Bethnal Green Road. Come here for a concise edit of sneaker brands such as Adidas, Reebok, Saucony and New Balance as well as simple and classic clothing labels such as Edwin, Penfield and Bethnals. Plus, we hear women's running, cycling and yoga groups are in the works for this lifestyle boutique.
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12pm-10.30pm
Prices vary
19 Percy Street,
W1T 1DY
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12pm-6pm
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129 Bethnal Green Road,
E2 7DG
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| WEEKEND GUIDE BY CS
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