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| This weekend, we’re going all over town, starting with some shopping in Soho followed by drinks in Kentish Town; on Saturday, we’re brunching in Queen's Park and partying in Hackney Wick. Sunday, we’re spending the day eating and watching movies on Oxford and Regent Streets. Happy weekend! |
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| This Weekend’s Picks |
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| • FRI Palace • SAT Solar • SUN The Regent Street Cinema
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TOP 5 |
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grilled cheese sANDWICHES in London |
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1. In Soho, we’re already fans of the newly opened Melt Room, London’s first toastie shop.
2. The don of melted sandwiches, Grill My Cheese, can be found Monday-Friday at Leather Lane Market. Grilled mac 'n' cheese melt, anyone?
3. It wouldn’t be a list without Sager + Wilde’s toastie and wine pairings.
4. Queues are down the road for Deeney’s Scottish melts, which include regional meats, cheeses, hearty broths and spicy haggis.
5. And finally, The Grilled Cheese Truck at Maltby Street Market is all about British Cheese.
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FRIDAY |
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SHop:
PALACE
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DRINK:
JAILBIRD BASEMENT BAR
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| Sk8ter boys and girls, make your way to Brewer Street. Palace has just set up their first UK store. Expect a full production line of Palace clothing and accessories as well as exclusive releases, and of course, skateboards aplenty–all housed in a spacious, gallery-like shop. Our eyes are on this number. |
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Blues, bourbon and soul food-inspired bar snacks: welcome JAILBIRD Basement Bar. A former police station, settle into one of the converted cells, listen to some southern classics and order from the southern-inspired menu of popcorn shrimp or jalapeno poppers with, of course, a julep or sazarac in hand. |
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All day
Prices vary
26 Brewer Street,
W1F 0SW
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5pm -12am
Prices vary
300 Kentish Town Road,
Nw5 2TG |
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GÜ OPENS THE FIRST UK RESTAURANT FOR ONE |
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| SPONSORED LISTING |
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| To celebrate the launch of Gü’s delicious single glass ramekins, the pud purveyors are now offering diners the chance to enjoy some ‘me time’. On May 20 and 21, Gü are opening Dessert Island – a pop up pudding bar which casts you away to your very own desert island for some R&R with your favourite Gü. The unique solo dining experience will immerse you in the sights, sounds and smells of your chosen private paradise. Fancy pudding utopia? Register for available bookings at dessertisland@gupuds.com |
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| Dessert Island, 15 Bateman Street, W1D 3AQ. May 20-21.
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SATURDAY |
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EAT:
Tart's Kitchen
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PARTY:
SOLAR
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| Tart London, the name to know in fashion catering, has opened a bricks ‘n’ mortar pop up. Like the catering company, the focus at Tart's Kitchen is on seasonal ingredients and sustainably sourced produce from local farms. Attention to detail is key, from the ceramic Wedgwood tableware to the colourful food served. Open for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea, expect homemade granola, crunchy pulled pork noodle salads and sweet raw coconut truffles. |
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Pray for rays and head to Solar, Hackney Wick's indoor/outdoor festival. Head in early and pick from the street food vendors, which include Hog Roast, Jerk Shack, Carvery Shack and Pizza Surgery before getting down to the house and techno beats in the replica DC-10 hangar (naturally). Get there before 5pm for free entry!
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9am-5pm
Prices vary
74 Salusbury Road,
NW6 6NU
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5pm-11.30pm
Free before 5pm
The Old Baths, 80 Eastway,
Hackney Wick,
E9 5JH
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BOOK AHEAD |
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PROVENANCE PRESENTS SWINE & DINE AT PARADISE BY WAY OF KENSAL GREEN |
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| Pork, pork and more pork is the concept at Swine & Dine. The nose to tail supper club, hosted by Provenance Butchers and curated by Chef Cat Ashton (former head chef of Petersham Nurseries) at Paradise by Way of Kensal Green is, as you would expect, meaty. From the smoky bacon whisky old fashioneds and starters of crispy pig's ears to the pork belly main and even blood sausage for dessert (served with ricotta and sweet pepper ice cream), this is for serious swine enthusiasts only. |
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| Provenance presents Swine & Dine at Paradise by Way of Kensal Green, Wednesday May 20, 7.00pm, £40. To book click here. |
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SUNDAY |
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BRUNCH:
Vintage Salt
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BOOK AHEAD:
The Regent Street Cinema
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| The rooftop of Selfridges has, yet again, had another Des Mcdonald makeover. This time, it's been transformed into a Cornish fishing village, with festoon lights, a bleached herringbone floor and a retractable glass roof, if need be. We say sit back with a light salad or grill and a classic G&T – before continuing your shopping. |
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London’s first movie theatre has been restored to cinematic use once again. After decades of being used as a lecture theatre, the space – the ‘birthplace of cinema’ – has now been rejuvenated thanks to a multi-million pound restoration project. With art house, documentaries and student films, come here to get off the Hollywood track. |
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12pm-6pm
Prices vary
400 Oxford Street,
W1A 1AB
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The Regent Street Cinema
£15
309 Regent St,
W1B 2UW
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| WEEKEND GUIDE BY CS
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