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'Alas, I would probably need a lie down in one of The Mandarin’s rooms if I’d had one at lunchtime…'

Bar Boulud

Open Mon–Fri and Sun midday–1am; Sat midday–midnight

The style & the crowd:

Michelin-starred chef Daniel Boulud’s London outpost, located in the basement of the grand Mandarin Oriental, has been around for three years (already!) but it’s as busy as ever … Read more →

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Signature OSKIA Glow Facial at the Bamford Haybarn Spa, The Berkeley

The Blurb:

Award winning British skincare brand OSKIA has partnered with the new Bamford Haybarn Spa at The Berkeley to offer a selection of facial treatments using their range of luxury, natural products. On offer is a menu of signature … Read more →

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'The food is plentiful, but the portions are well-sized and the whole menu is fresh and summery'

Tartufo

Open Tue–Sat midday–2pm for lunch, and 7pm–10pm

Tucked away on a tree-lined street, a stone’s throw away from the bustling Sloane Square, 11 Cadogan Gardens is notable only for the Union Jack which flies over its entrance. Just one in … Read more →

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'The cocktails were outstanding...'

Brompton Bar and Grill

Open Mon–Fri midday–3pm; Sat–Sun midday–3.30pm; Mon–Sat 6pm–10.30pm; Sun 6pm–10pm

The style:

I had few expectations of the Brompton Bar and Grill. However, I did expect meat and a well-heeled Chelsea set, and most of that I got. Set on the … Read more →

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The capital

The Capital Hotel

Served daily 2.30pm–5.30pm

Located a stone’s throw from Harrods, five-star, family-run The Capital Hotel has scooped plenty of awards, but the Tea Guild’s Award of Excellence for Top London Afternoon Tea 2012 grabbed our attention.

The new classic British tea … Read more →

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'While the place is a wonder, the food lived up to my preconceptions of lacking flavour'

Mari Vanna

Open daily midday–midnight

Ooh a themed restaurant! I like a theme. Done well, themed places can kid you into thinking that you’ve visited another country without having to endure jet lag or boring airports. We’re going to Russia with Mari … Read more →

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hydrafacial

HydraFacial at Dr Rita Rakus

The Blurb:

Known as the London Lip Queen, Dr Rita Rakus has more than 20 years’ experience in non-invasive cosmetic solutions for face and body rejuvenation. Her swish Knightsbridge clinic now offers HydraFacial; a 50-minute facial which combines gentle but … Read more →

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The Peak Health Club & Spa

Ytsara Lazy Man Yoga

The Blurb:

The Peak Health Club & Spa, located on the ninth floor of Jumeirah Carlton Tower, has recently launched Ytsara (which means ‘freedom’ in Thai), a line of energising massages, offering a contemporary approach to age-old Asian holistic practices. … Read more →

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The Cadogan restaurant
The Cadogan Hotel restaurant is 'championing homegrown grub, which deserves our support'

The Cadogan Hotel Restaurant

Open for lunch midday–2.30pm; dinner 6.30pm–10.30pm

You might have heard of The Cadogan – famously, it’s the place where Oscar Wilde was arrested for fooling around with another man back in 1895. If there’s any fooling around going on there … Read more →

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Le Metro
I was expecting a French menu, but the food at Le Metro is decidedly British

Le Metro Bar & Bistro

Open Mon–Sat 7.30am–10.30pm

The style:

Tucked away underneath The Levin Hotel in the heart of Knightsbridge, Le Metro is a discreet and relaxed place. Set up to cater for everyone’s requirements; there are large tables with banquettes, stools lined up … Read more →

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