On the terrace of a buzzy bar or restaurant, nothing beats a spritz — fresh, fizzy and fun, it’s the perfect al fresco drink. Here’s where to find the capital’s finest
New shows offer ‘crazy, queasy, disruptive, cabin-fevered, intriguing art’
The cult beauty brand, renowned for its ‘vampire facial’, has claimed a space in Mayfair
It’s all in the mix — from markets to motorbikes, cool clothes stores to gourmet picnics — for one of the quartet behind the Experimental Group, the craft-cocktail pioneers who now operate bars and boutique hotels around the world
To explore the capital’s biggest liquid asset on foot is an adventure in architecture, culture and nature
Once neglected, the River Lea and Walthamstow Marshes are today inhabited by a thrilling array of fauna, flora . . . and fascinating characters
A new project to light up Thames bridges is characteristic of changes that are transforming the city
The elegant beauty of this much-loved space is complemented by its surrounding buildings with their many stories of the capital, from the 18th century to the present day
‘Ballerina’ birds, exotic geese with attitude and the blue flash of a kingfisher — the FT’s in-house avian expert reveals where to look for them in the capital
Socialise over warming tipples and substantial sustenance at these nine al fresco venues
From adding the finishing touches to haute cuisine to rolling your own sushi — bring the capital’s top fine-dining to your kitchen table
As the work in this retrospective shows, the British artist is arguably the finest figurative painter of her generation
‘Haugh’s friendly style of Irish cooking seems simple but involves a lot of preparation’
Lockdown needn’t dampen your spirits — the capital’s most inventive mixologists have concocted new ways to send their creations to you
From ordering epicurean adventures to swimming in the Thames — via collecting cool jumpsuits — here’s how we got through it first time around
It is possible to dine well and relatively inexpensively in these most moneyed of streets
The British artist puts on show of his own early work at his London gallery — with distinct contemporary echoes
The FT’s wine columnist reveals her favourite clubs, cellars and bars in the capital
This is not the season for dainty eating: here’s where to find the finest stodge in the capital
Bronzino’s incestuous ‘Allegory with Venus and Cupid’ is the star of a London show exploring transgression in art history
From the gig where Coldplay were first spotted, to the antics of Madness, via the drinking dens of Oasis and Amy Winehouse, these North London streets have some serious tales to tell
Itching to get back to the gym? Here are five ways to work off the quarantine kilos
‘The menu is pitched as European fine dining with Korean influences – what actually occurs is all-out down-and-dirty fusion’
Upmarket hoteliers are finding that concrete is making a comeback
Borough Market wine bar Flor may be small but every inch is ingenious
Works from the Ordrupgaard Collection comprise London’s first major opening of a new show since lockdown
A counter beneath a railway arch is the unlikely home for one of Britain’s most promising young chefs
From pasta in Covent Garden to fine Japanese dining, you’re spoilt for choice in the UK capital
Grab a rug and head to your local green space. We’ve tracked down some of the city’s finest, pre-packaged al fresco feasts
Belmond has transformed the London landmark with tributes to its famous 19th-century guest
As eateries gear up to reopen we asked you to tell us the places that you — and your taste buds — are looking forward to returning to most
Here’s how you’ve been fine dining chez vous this year
The fishmongers, bakers, grocers, vintners and more who’ve helped make it bearable, as recommended by you
We’re looking for the best boutique hotels in the great cities we cover. Share your tip and be a part of our exclusive FT Globetrotter community
Director Iwona Blazwick on the changing outlook for the East End institution as it approaches its 120th anniversary
The River Cafe co-founder on adapting in a crisis, changing food culture — and why collaborating is key in a kitchen
An international competition has been announced today to upgrade the gallery’s Sainsbury Wing
Ferdinand Mount on three books that examine the legacies of empire and the forces unleashed by Brexit
Tech executive turned director Doug Gurr on how a venerable London institution can thrive in a digital world
Hothouse exhibit in London Design Festival showcases plants for capital’s warmer future
‘Nose to tail’ eating pioneer on ‘Gucci food’, Jamie Oliver and his surprising LA outpost
The once unsavoury district has gleaming new homes and infrastructure. But what is it like to live there?
The veteran banker on steering Citigroup and Lloyds through crisis — and where the next storm could hit
Only 546 of the capital’s 23,000 cabbies are women. Here’s what drives four of them
The Daily Mail editor on making headlines, changing tack on Brexit — and stalking Lucian Freud
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