What to do in London June 2019

Scott’s x Christian Louboutin summer terrace

Christian Louboutin has collaborated with Mayfair restaurant Scott’s for one of the most Instagrammble terraces of this summer. The designer has looked to his 13th-century chateau in Champgillon, north-west France, for inspiration, filling the area with lilac, Chinese and Japanese wisteria, Osteospermum daisies and pots crammed with irises. To mark the special occasion, Scott’s bar is offering an exclusive cocktail imagined by Christian Louboutin himself. The Champgillon is made with Koniks Tail vodka, raspberry syrup, orgeat and lemon juice, topped with champagne and mint leaves. The Scott’s x Christian Louboutin summer terrace is on display until 18 June.

Scott’s, 20 Mount Street, London W1K 2HE, +44 (0)20 7495 7309

Xu Teahouse & Restaurant new Mister Xu set menu

Tucked away on the outer edges of Chinatown on Soho’s Rupert Street, Xu is one of London’s culinary gems. Inspired by the luxury dining rooms of 1930s Taipei, this smart Taiwanese restaurant has gained an impressive reputation for its cinematic atmosphere and irresistible take on classic Chinese and Taiwanese cuisine. This month the restaurant has launched its new Mister Xu set menu, a selection of Xu classics. Guests will be invited to make their way through a selection of the restaurant’s top plates, starting with melt-in-the-mouth cuttlefish toast with whipped cod roe and Xu’s Taiwanese 16-spice prawn, a distinctive blend of secret seasoning. Small plates of aged middle-white pork xian bing and Xu’s signature sweet potato taro dumplings follow. Next up is the impressive chilli crab served with salmon roe and mantou steamed buns, alongside a palate-cleansing dish of bamboo and leeks. Main courses include Xu’s famous shou pa chicken and char siu Iberico pork, accompanied by wild garlic rice. The wine pairing options perfectly complement the dishes, while the restaurant’s opulent interiors are the perfect setting for this great new set menu.  

Xu, 30 Rupert Street, London W1D 6DL, +44 (0)20 3319 8147

Le Pont de la Tour Minuty Rosé brunch

How better to celebrate summer than with a new summer brunch menu? French riverside restaurant Le Pont de la Tour has collaborated with wine brand Château Minuty to launch its new rosé terrace brunch. The brunch hotspot offers a three-course menu that includes a choice of egg dishes, such as Egg Royal with salmon and hollandaise sauce, followed by a choice of main course, and desserts such as lemon tart or French toast with salted caramel and vanilla ice cream to finish, all served alongside limited-edition Minuty rosé wine. This is surely the ultimate way to raise a glass to the summer.

Le Pont de la Tour, 36D Shad Thames, London SE1 2YE, +44 (0)20 7403 8403

Nyetimber Secret Garden at Holborn Dining Room

Escape to a secret garden this June with the Nyetimber Secret Garden terrace at Holborn Dining Room. Designed by landscape designer Luciano Giubbilei, the terrace has been transformed into a luxurious garden complete with colourful wisteria and top summer tipples. Located in the heart of the Rosewood London’s elegant courtyard it will be the ultimate place to dine al fresco. Enjoy the seasonal lunch and dinner menus or sip sparkling wine beneath the stunning floral displays.

Holborn Dining Rooms, 252 High Holborn, London WC1V 7EN,  +44 (0)20 3747 8633

Megan’s Battersea Power Station

Recently acclaimed for offering some of London’s most romantic dining, Megan’s has a new opening this summer, ready for your romantic needs. The restaurant is located on the river front at iconic Battersea Power Station. It offers lovely views of the river, and its interiors are just as impressive, with a plethora of fairy lights, hanging lanterns, indoor trees and beautiful foliage. In similar style to the group’s other neighbourhood cafés, Megan’s Battersea Power Station is a great place to enjoy Mediterranean-influenced cuisine all day. The group is renowned for its brunch menus, and its dinner menus are equally as impressive, with top plates such as Mezze Mixed Grill of chicken shawarma, lamb and Turkish chorizo; Posh Kebabs served on open flatbreads with a plethora of harissa hummus and pickles; and Turkey’s answer to British steak and chips. The star of the show is the dessert of half-baked cookie dough with Nutella, pistachios and ice cream ‒ it’s the ultimate way to end a romantic meal for two.

Megan’s Battersea Power Station, 27 Circus West Village, London SW11 8NN, +44 (0)20 7348 7139

3 June: Swingers City third birthday

The original crazy golf club Swingers City celebrates its third birthday this month. To mark the special occasion, Swingers City is celebrating with a host of special initiatives including free crazy golf, a limited edition £5 cocktail, £5 street-food specials and half price Perrier-Jouët champagne. This is an unmissable experience one-day-only experience, so make sure it’s in your calendar.

Swingers City, 8 Brown’s Buildings, London EC3A 8AL,  +44 (0)20 3846 3222

7 June: Arros QD

London is one of the best cities in the world for trying new cuisine. A culinary hotbed, the city is the choice of three Michelin-starred chef Quique Dacosta’s new restaurant Arros QD, his first restaurant outside Spain. The new hotspot will showcase Quique’s unique style of cooking while highlighting his passion for rice as well as premium, local and seasonal ingredients. A whole section of the menu will be dedicated to rice and dishes will be designed to share, evoking a sense of familial ritual; think dishes such as paella made with rabbit chop, chicken and butter beans.

Arros QD, 64 Eastcastle Street, London W1W 8NQ +44 (0)20 3883 3525

14 June: Harrods World of Watches

Discerning watch lovers should be sure to mark 14 and 15 June in their diaries, as Harrods will be granting its customers unique access to some of the world’s best watch brands. The Harrods World of Watches event will offer a series of talks from key ambassadors from brands including Vacheron Constantin, Breitling and IWC, taking guests on a time-travelling trip through the designs, artistry and technology of luxury watches past, present and future. Be sure to book your place at harrods.com/worldofwatches.

Harrods, 87-135 Brompton Road, London SW1X 7XL, +44 (0)20 7730 1234

16 June: Father’s Day

Looking for a special gift for Father’s Day? Jo Malone London has collaborated with bespoke Savile Row tailor Huntsman to create four exclusive scents, perfect for spoiling a loved one this month. Jo Malone London’s first men’s collaboration offers refined fragrances for the modern man, including Amber & Patchouli, Assam & Grapefruit, Birch & Black Pepper and Whisky & Cedarwood. The striking bottles have been finished with Huntsman’s signature gold typography and a matte burgundy cap. Those looking for that extra finishing touch should head in store as the brand will be offering exclusive gift box customisation, including embossing and stencilling, as well as complimentary engraving options.

BaoziInn flagship, Borough

BaoziInn first opened its doors last summer on Romilly Street before opening its second successful site at Market Hall Victoria, setting the restaurant scene alight with its top northern Chinese food with added Sichuan and Hunan influences. This June, BaoziInn is set to open its third venue, a flagship three-floor restaurant in the heart of Borough. Famed for its regional Chinese favourites, the menu is once again packed with mouth-watering dishes, including its much-loved dan dan noodles, delicious, colourful dumplings and fiery mains. Hearty, affordable and adventurous, this is one to put on your summer culinary calendar.

BaoziInn, 34-36 Southwark Street, London SE1 1TU