Venuefinder concierge is free of charge. It’s also hassle-free and frees you up to focus on those event management elements that will make your next event truly memorable. We manage all of the follow-ups: Accompanying you on site visits Negotiating the best rates Dealing with contracts Dealing with cancellations or a change in delegate numbers… […]

In celebration of International Women’s Day today, The House of Song will be supporting women in the music industry at The Piano Works in Farringdon and Studio 88, next to Leicester Square. From feminist punk to 90s girl power, the House of Song musicians will be taking track requests all night to help celebrate the […]

Public health officials have taken major steps to cut people’s excessive calorie intake, with food manufacturers and sellers told to cut calories in their products by 20 per cent by 2024. If the target is met within five years, more than 35,000 premature deaths could be prevented and around £9 billion in NHS healthcare and […]

When I was invited to a London gastro-pub for review, I should have known there would be more to it than that. Although it seems it’s impossible to traverse London for a review without being caught in the pouring rain, once we walked within the Alfred Tennyson it was clear we had entered its own […]

The most respected accolade in the culinary world could be turning away more customers than it encourages, as those presented the award are beginning to relinquish the honour. The Matheson family, along with their head chef Charlie Lockey at the Boath House in Scotland have turned down the Michelin star after 10 years, claiming the […]

Classic sophistication meets modern elegance as The Ivy Collection comes to the City It’s obvious the mention of The Ivy Collection is enough to draw plenty of attention to a restaurant; when I visit the chain’s latest venture just around the corner from Liverpool Street station on a Tuesday night, I’m not surprised to find […]

From the moment you step into the recently opened Four Seasons Hotel at Ten Trinity Square, you know you’re in for something special. As if the grand façade of the Grade II*-listed former Port of London Authority building wasn’t enough to impress, the elegant Rotunda bar that welcomes you inside is sure to please. To […]

Hurriedly travelling anywhere via Waterloo station at 6pm isn’t advisable if you want to be in a good mood, doubly so when wading through torrential rain. Despite this, the storm was left at the door when we entered The Laughing Gravy. Neatly tucked away just 10 minutes from Waterloo, the skylight flooded the restaurant with […]

The capital’s booming nightlife has leaked into the restaurant industry, with many clubs joining forces with top chefs to offer pre-dance meals. Yoshiaki at DSTRKT London is one such hip venue, says Molly Dyson. One doesn’t normally associate a nightclub with business, but my mind is changed for the good as soon as I set […]

Colliding Camden’s culture, art, great food, wine and cocktails, Gabeto brings a refreshing new take on contemporary brasserie dining. Gabeto caters for events from three to 300 people, from intimate dinners and large corporate gatherings to a hip and happening party crowd. An industrial-style feature staircase takes customers to the food-led, first-floor restaurant featuring high-level […]

Not much can top a fresh, authentic Italian meal in a relaxed setting, which is exactly what you’ll get at Olives Restaurant & Bar, says Molly Dyson. When it comes to entertaining clients or booking a dinner meeting for your boss, sometimes simple is best. That’s not exactly how I’d describe chef Davide Di Croce’s […]

This week saw the opening of The Ivy Collection’s newest restaurant in London’s Square Mile, The Ivy City Garden. Located at Dashwood House, 69 Old Broad Street, London EC2M 1NA, The Ivy Collection’s first site in the City of London is set over 3,335 square feet and will have approximately 230 covers. Situated within the […]

Margot London is a newly opened Italian restaurant in the heart of Covent Garden and is sure to impress the boss, says Amelia Walker Lovely, wonderful Margot. For those who hanker after white tablecloths and chipper front-of-house staff who do things properly, this establishment is for you. Bang in the heart of London, here’s a […]

Texture serves modern European food with Scandinavian influences. It’s a speed-dial cert for many assistants, says Amelia Walker “Do you like bubbles?” I’m a fan of this place already after taking my seat at a table nestled subtly in a corner of the stylish dining room. It rocks a vibe of chic simplicity, mint green […]

Jersey is just a hop, skip and a jump from London and offers a great location for business meetings and dinners, as Daniel Fountain discovers at Ocean at the Atlantic Hotel When you are asked politely on arrival if you can wait before taking photographs to allow one of Jersey’s richest men to finish his […]

Private dining by two Michelin-starred Chef Richard Corrigan offers nine private dining spaces across two central London restaurants. Corrigan’s in Mayfair, being the flagship restaurant, has been awarded ‘London Restaurant of the Year’ by the Evening Standard and had three AA Rosettes within its first three months in business. It was also awarded ‘AA London Restaurant […]

Join us for an evening of canapés, wine tasting and a tour of Mint Leaf Lounge in the City on 28 February from 6.30pm-8.30pm. Mint Leaf Lounge is located near the Bank of England in the heart of the City. Enjoy sophisticated dining with menus combining authentic, seasonal Indian ingredients with contemporary cooking techniques and stylish […]

It’s rare to find a restaurant that offers a stunning location and unpretentious food. In London often you have to make a compromise between presentation and comfort. Travel into the Oxfordshire countryside and you’ll find a venue that impresses from all angles at Eynsham Hall. The Brasserie at Eynsham Hall occupies what was once a […]