Food and Drink
London’s Most Wanted Festive Tables
This year, London has outdone itself. From Japanese omakase hideaways to subterranean seafood dens and timeless Mayfair classics, these are the dining rooms worth claiming before someone else does.
There is a particular thrill in slipping behind a set of double doors while the rest of London battles queues, cold snaps and the unshakeable panic of December diaries. A private dining room promises something calmer and far more indulgent: the freedom to feast at your own pace, the luxury of true privacy and the pleasure of gathering the people who matter most.
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The New Flavours of London
London’s restaurant scene has always been in motion, but its latest wave of openings feels particularly international. Across the capital, chefs with transatlantic pedigrees and global sensibilities are shaping a new kind of dining experience. From Covent Garden’s New York–inspired Twenty8 NoMad to a revived Barbary in Notting Hill, these restaurants reflect a city rediscovering its appetite for connection, creativity and fun.
Whimsical Winter Cocktails
The festive season is nearly upon us, and there's no better time to whip up a winter serve with an unusual twist. Below, discover our top picks...
Featuring Christmas Markets UK 2025: The Best to Visit
As the temperature drops and the festive spirit fills the air, winter markets across the UK come alive with twinkling lights, artisanal goods, and the warm aroma of seasonal treats. These charming markets offer a delightful escape from the cold, inviting visitors to explore handcrafted gifts, indulge in festive food and drink, and soak up the enchanting atmosphere. All of our choices have a few things in common, great food and drink and stunning locations. Because really, why go to one of the many Christmas markets if the food isn't sensational and the scenery not instagrammable?
European Christmas Markets Luxe Tour: 5 Must-See...
There’s cold, and then there’s European Christmas market cold, the kind that nips at your fingers until the first sip of mulled wine hits. Christmas can feel different depending on where you are, but if you're seeking a quieter experience laced with luxury, you can usually count on European cities. In London, head to the likes of Mayfair and Covent Garden for glowing shopfronts, giant trees and the faint smell of roasted chestnuts and expensive perfume. Stragsboug, meanwhile, transforms into a winter wonderland with wooden huts and technicolour lights.
Checking In: Whatley Manor
Despite arriving in the inky darkness, driving along the tree-lined driveway towards Whatley Manor felt like pulling up to a story book-esque home with warm amber lights blinking behind windows and a cobweb of red leaves climbing tentacular-like across stone walls. Set within 12 acres of land, Whatley Manor is a countryside retreat, a home away from home where tradition meets modernity.
Best Luxury Thanksgiving Dinners in London in 2025
Thanksgiving dates back over 400 years ago, originating in 1621 when the Pilgrims and Wampanoag Indians gathered at Plymouth to celebrate a successful autumn harvest. A monumental feast was enjoyed, also known as the first dinner. By 1863, president Abraham Lincoln declared this event a national holiday, which was henceforth known as Thanksgiving. While Thanksgiving may historically be an American holiday, it has since garnered international favour for its overarching message of gratitude and blessing for the upcoming harvest season. And, while we don’t resonate directly with the story, the UK still enjoys celebrating it as an opportunity to get together with friends and family while enjoying a delicious meal. There is no shortage of restaurants offering a bespoke Thanksgiving dinner for Brits and visitors from across the pond alike. With menus ranging from traditional (read roast turkey and pecan pie) to more contemporary takes, including pumpkin risotto and braised halibut. Keep scrolling for The Sybarite’s curated list of the most decadent Thanksgiving meals to enjoy across London come the 27 November.
What’s On Our Radar This Month: November 2025
Ask anyone who lives in London, and they’ll surely tell you there is no shortage of exciting openings, launches and events taking place each month — the trouble is usually hearing about them. From hot, new restaurant openings to the latest beauty drops, consider The Sybarite your luxury barometer when it comes to noteworthy newcomers each and every month. Below, find our curated list of launches and openings to add to your calendar this November.
In Conversation: Mario Mozzetti and Filippo La Gattuta
Last month, The Sybarite sat down with Executive Chef for the Big Mamma Group, Filippo La Gattuta, in addition to Mario Mozzetti - the owner of legendary Roman restaurant, Alfredo alla Scrofa. In celebration of World Pasta Day, the foodie pair joined forces for a charity dinner at Big Mamma’s shoreditch outpost, Gloria. Framed by cascading plants, splashes of terracotta and candy-striped fabrics, guests feasted on Italian classics including crispy supplì (croquettes filled with rice), home-made fettuccine with glossy butter and 24-month Parmigiano Reggiano, saltimbocca alla Romana, and creamy tiramisu. All proceeds went to The Felix Project - London’s largest food redistribution charity. The organisation rescues good, surplus food from the food industry that cannot be sold and would otherwise go to waste and deliver it to hundreds of food banks, charities, primary schools and holiday programmes in London. Read our interview with Mario and Filippo below…
Hauntingly Good Halloween Events in London in 2025
Iced coffees have been replaced with hot chocolates. Hats and scarves are slowly making their way out of retirement, and there’s a cool crispness lingering in the air. Autumn is well and truly in full swing, and Halloween is lurking just around the corner. Cue the glowing pumpkins, the fiendish costumes and the haunting home transformations.
Women Who Launch: Amelia Christie-Miller of Bold Bean Co
“I’m here to show you that the food you have so long neglected can be exceptionally delicious,” says Amelia Christie-Miller as she looks directly at the camera before walking in to make her pitch on the legendary show Dragons’ Den. Standing in front of the dragons, Amelia told the story of how she had a revelation while living in Spain that involved, of all things, beans. The hungry student found herself at home, too lazy to cook, and with only a jar of beans in the cupboard. After eating a spoonful straight from the jar, she was astonished to find they were delicious, especially compared to the tinned versions she was used to in the UK. Armed with a lifelong passion for food and years working as a private chef before eventually diving into foodtech—notably, she worked at sustainability startup Foodchain where she spearheaded its growth and partnerships strategy—Amelia founded Bold Bean Co in 2021 with a mission to make the world fall in love with beans.
Luxury Things to Do in Paris in Winter
Paris in winter feels different from the postcard-perfect snapshots you see splashed across magazines. The Seine and the bridges aren’t as crowded, and the city slows down without ever really stopping. But Paris is still Paris, no matter the season. There’s still music pouring out of churches, windows glinting with gold displays, steam rising when someone cracks open a chestnut bag on the corner. Every hotel lobby boasts a roaring fireplace, there's ice skating at the Grand Palais, and cosy dinners that stretch into the evening. Winter certainly doesn’t dim Paris's magic, it simply shows the city in a different light.