Editor’s Picks

TOZI Restaurant & Bar for a genuine Italian dining in London

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PA Life’s editor headed to TOZI Restaurant & Bar in London’s Victoria for an immersive Italian experience. We dined on cicchetti and enjoyed expertly crafted cocktail classics and smooth Italian wine in a lively atmosphere… Tozi means ‘a close-knit group of friends’ in Venetian slang and it’s a perfect name for this vibrant restaurant that […]

Fantastic family dining experiences for Easter

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The Easter holidays are the perfect time for budding foodies to discover new restaurants. Here are three fantastic family dining experiences with great food, special deals and activities for making memorable moments. PA Life give you the top recommendations for this Easter, for a nice meal out or to entertain the kids.  Cinnamon Kitchen and […]

Restaurant review: fire dining at Sucre, London

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PA Life took a trip into the heart of Soho to experience Sucre Restaurant, where fire cooking meets contemporary finesse. Offering a true taste of Latin American, this was an entirely new experience for the PA Life team. With the finest ingredients at its core, each dish was a masterful blend of authenticity and innovation. […]

Leman Selamet, The Landmark London, leads with emphasis on stakeholder relationships

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As March, and Women’s History Month draws to an end we are pleased to bring you our last interview in the Inspiring Women series. Lilly Gentner, a journalism student, asked Leman Selamet, Commercial Director of The Landmark London and Group Director of Revenue of her career journey. She joined the Landmark in 2023 and is […]

Malisa Shepherd, The Landmark London inspires women into leadership

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Malisa Shepherd, Hotel Manager at The Landmark London joins PA Life’s Inspiring Women series of interviews discussing what it takes to make it into the top leadership as a woman. Malisa draws from her extensive experience of working over 28 years within the hospitality industry, the last 14 of which she has spent working her […]

Have you got an hour to give to single mums of young kids this Mother’s Day

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PA Life wishes all mothers and those with mothering responsibilities a very happy Mother’s Day this Sunday. However, single mums of young kids this Mother’s Day may not have anyone to give them a card or flowers. A heart warming NEW initiative Hour To Give, from family charity MammaKind, has stepped in to make the […]

Jillian MacLean MBE joins PA Life’s Inspiring Women series

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As part of celebrating women this Women’s History Month, PA Life talked to Jillian MacLean MBE who joins our Inspiring Women series. Jillian is CEO and Founder of the award-winning bar and restaurant group, Drake & Morgan. A highly regarded leisure entrepreneur with over 30 years’ experience, she founded Drake & Morgan, growing its portfolio to […]

Inspiring Woman exclusive with Jill Stein OBE

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PA Life’s intern Lilly Gentner, a journalism student, is excited to bring you an exclusive with Jill Stein as part of our Inspiring Women interviews. Jill is the co-founder with then husband Rick Stein of The Seafood Restaurant that opened in Padstow in 1975. Jill has been, and remains, pivotal in the success and growth […]

Celebrating women’s achievements: Ervina Kiezaite, Conferences & Events at Butlin’s

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PA Life is celebrating International Women’s Day this month by putting the spotlight on successful women in business and saluting their achievements. Lilly Gentner, our journalism student intern spoke to Ervina Kiezaite, who has just been appointed as the new National Sales Manager for Conferences & Events at Butlin’s. Ervina has over 12 years’ experience […]

Women leaders in Hospitality: Jacqui McMillan – General Manager at Novotel Canary Wharf

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PA Life’s intern Lilly Gentner talked to Jacqui McMillan, General Manager of the Novotel London Canary Wharf, including its award-winning restaurant and bar, Bokan 37 and Bokan 38. This interview with Jacquie is part of our International Women’s Day series of women leaders in hospitality as well as other industries. Jacqui has had an amazing […]

Inspiring Women: Rochelle Cohen, MD & Founder, Roche Communications

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PA Life is celebrating the achievements of women from different walks of life in our series of interviews to mark International Women’s Day on March 8th. The first inspiring women to be quizzed is Rochelle Cohen, Managing Director & Founder, Roche Communications, a PR and marketing agency for hospitality and food and drinks brands. We […]

Deeds, not words: taking action this International Women’s Day

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Manchester’s leading events company, Taylor Lynn Corporation (TLC), is taking a stand this International Women’s Day—not with a gala or panel discussion, but with direct action. This year, TLC is partnering with Emmeline’s Pantry, a South Manchester-based charity run by women for women, to provide vital support to some of the most vulnerable women and […]

UK leads European women in leadership growth, IWD report reveals

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PA Life is sharing the latest data on women in leadership and employment head of the International Women’s Day on March 8th. For every 100 men promoted to manager, only 81 women received the same promotion in 2024. At this rate, it will take nearly 50 years to achieve gender parity for all women in […]

Beyond the gold: An interview with Naomi Riches, redefining success

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PA Life sat down with the British Paralympic rowing Champion, Naomi Riches MBE.  Naomi, is not only known for her rowing, but she is an inspirational figure in the world of para and adaptive sports. She was born with a visual impairment, but re-defined expectations by winning six World Gold medals, a Bronze at the […]

PA Profile: Charlotte Colley, Senior EA to the CEO, Pension Protection Fund

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We interviewed Charlotte Colley, Senior EA, for PA Life’s Spring 2025 Issue’s PA Profile. Charlotte is described by her former boss as a game-changer, someone who goes above and beyond, consistently with incredible attention to detail and careful consideration. She is curious, wanting to learn, always looking for new skills and knowledge, bringing fresh ideas […]

Stunning Cultural Shot in Iconic Venue Wins Best Ever Event Photography Awards

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PA Life was excited to join the fantastic evening at the beautiful 81/2 London venue to celebrate the Best Ever Event Photography Awards. The 10th anniversary event of the annual Event Photography Awards revealed ten past EPA Overall Winner images alongside the winners of fifteen Best Ever categories. The photographs were judged through an online […]

Restaurant review: The Ox, Clapham neighbourhood gastropub

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PA Life’s editor escaped the winter weather to enjoy a hearty lunch at what’s fast becoming one of Clapham’s best loved gastropubs – The Ox. This South West London gem has undergone an extensive renovation during 2024 before opening its doors in October, joining the family of pubs with the the Rose & Crown in […]

Romance on the menu: Restaurants made for Valentine’s

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Is romance on the menu for you this Valentine’ day? Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and love is in the air! Whether you’re planning an intimate evening for two or an unforgettable adventure, finding the perfect destination can be tricky. From candlelit dinners at cozy restaurants to breathtaking spots where you can watch […]