Lauren Goodyer attends London Fashion Week after-party at The Collection and Jalouse nightclub
byA dazzling combination of haute cuisine and haute couture, our sold-out London Fashion Week after party was Sunday night’s must-have ticket.
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Sam’s Brasserie and Bar: a local eatery away from the bright lights of the city centre
bySometimes, it is easy to forget that London stretches out further than the bubble of the city centre. As the definitive guide to all the finest destinations that London has to offer, we ventured a little further afield, away from the Michelin stars of central, to Chiswick, and stumbled upon Sam’s Brasserie and Bar.
B-SOHO and Bunga Bunga: authentic pizzerias for the discerning Londoner
byHere at CDClifestyle, we have a fairly good idea of what our perfect pizza should consist of. A really great pizza has to be thin, and slightly charred in places from being baked quickly in a traditional, roaring pizza oven. And of course, the toppings have to be fresh, authentic and delectably molten. That is what we are looking for, and we have found two places that master this skilled art of perfect pizza making – Bunga Bunga and B-SOHO.
The May Fair Hotel launches London Fashion Week Designer Cocktail Collection
byUs Brits would have to find a way of celebrating every fashionistas most anticipated event, London Fashion Week, in our own quirky way. True to form, the May Fair Hotel has taken it upon themselves this year to unveil a unique collection of cocktails, designed exclusively by London Fashion Week designers, for London Fashion Week. Cocktails and clothes, what more could the city’s most stylish want?
Gin has reestablished itself as Britain’s tipple of choice, and we’re drinking to that!
byAfter spending years in the shadow of vodka, gin is finally enjoying a well-deserved renaissance, hurrah!
FashionTV present the LFW Spring Summer 2013 Afterparty at The Collection
byFashionTV, the dynamic, international TV network exclusively dedicated to fashion, beauty, glamour and style, in partnership with Starr Parties and London Club PR, cordially invite you to join them for the London Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2013 Afterparty
Rare Rémy Martin Louis XIII Black Pearl Cognac to be auctioned at Bonhams for the discerning palates of Cognac connoisseurs
byLovers of fine Cognac are in for a real treat this September, for an exceptional selection of rare and vintage Cognac is to be auctioned at Bonhams. One of the highlights, and the item we, here, at CDClifestyle are particularly excited about, is an exclusive bottle of Rémy Martin Louis XIII Black Pearl Cognac bottled in a special limited edition black crystal decanter, estimated to fetch a price of between £5,000 – £7,000.
Duck & Waffle, the newest ‘it-restaurant’, serves up high-altitude eating
byDuck & Waffle may have only opened last month, but it has already established itself as one of London’s leading, and most in demand, restaurants. Set on the 40th floor of the Heron Tower, it offers exceptional seasonal cuisine with 360-degree panoramic views of London. What could possibly be better?
Summer continues with the quintessentially British Belgravia Games at The Terrace in Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel and a gin-inspired menu
byWith the fond memory of the Olympics still fresh in our minds, and the Paralympics still in full swing, London is soon to be reaching the end of its glorious summer of sport. If you’re not quite ready to leave your competitive streak behind you just yet, The Terrace at Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel will be hosting The Belgravia Games, which will take place from September 7th – 9th. The palatial outdoor terrace of this luxury, boutique hotel will be transformed with oversized games and an expertly crafted Sloane’s Gin infused menu served over the weekend.
Foie gras, caviar, lobster and truffles – all to be found in the world’s most expensive burgers
byThought the burger was the ultimate in inelegant eating? Well think again. Fine dining has turned the humble burger into a true culinary indulgence, and we have found some of the most luxurious to wet your appetite.
Archer Street – Soho’s trendiest and most distinguished watering hole
byIn the streets of Soho one can find many hidden gems. One such gem is Archer Street, although apparently everyone has else has already discovered it too.
The Ritz hosts Laurent-Perrier Bicentenary Dinner as part of the most decadent of birthday parties
byThis year, Laurent-Perrier is celebrating its 200th anniversary with a dinner hosted by London’s most iconic hotel.
The Rain City Grill, Vancouver
byIf you are a foodie then Vancouver on the west coast of Canada is one stop you have to make and there is one particular food trend taking the Pacific Coast of Canada by storm, and that is the 100 mile diet.
Japanese eating reaches an all time high at Aqua London
byLast week I had the pleasure of attending Aqua for a Japanese lunch. Primly positioned atop the former Dickins & Jones department store on Regents Street and with sister restaurants in Hong Kong and Beijing, Aqua London has an esteemed reputation to live up to.
Wabi London: London’s newest Japanese eatery from Nobu head chef
byFormer Nobu head-chef Scott Hallsworth’s Sussex-based Japanese restaurant, Wabi, is moving to London.
London members nightclub Chinawhite presents the most expensive Olympic cocktail
byThe launch of the Golden Cocktail is part of The Last Lap – seventeen nights of exclusive events over the Olympic fortnight
Alain Ducasse presents the finest French food in London – Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester
bydon’t satisfy your cravings anywhere but the 3 Michelin starred Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester
Fancied yourself as an London 2012 Olympics athlete? We uncover London’s Top 5 Private Member Gyms
bythe most exclusive member gyms in London with which to challenge your inner Olympian
The Best Hotels for your stay during the London Olympics – Danesfield House Hotel and Spa review
byFor the start of our series uncovering the best Hotels to stay at during the London 2012 Olympics, today we present our review of Danesfield House Hotel, the most luxurious accommodation for those watching the rowing races.
A Wimbledon menu and so much more at the glitzy Marco restaurant in Stamford Bridge
bywe got invited down to Michelin Star chef Marco Pierre White’s glitzy Marco restaurant
We Check out Leicester Square’s exclusive W London Hotel AWAY Spa
byRight in the heart of Leicester Square, backing onto China Town
Pack your bag for Wimbledon: Our round-up of the top products you’re going to need for this year’s Championships
bywe take a look at the items which will ensure you enjoy this year’s Wimbledon Championships
East London hotspot Tramshed commissions Damien Hirst’s notorious ‘Cock and Bull’ as a controversial restaurant centerpiece
byStanding proud in the middle of the Shoreditch based restaurant owned by Mark Hix is the piece de resistance
Solar Floating Resort Part 2, a vision into the revolutionary ecotourism that is to come
byFollowing on from CDClifestyle’s previous update on the Solar Floating Resort, the same genius Italian industrial designer, Michele Puzzolante has announced the full development of The Solar Floating Resort Part 2 as part of his truly global concept.