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What’s On Our Radar This Month: October 2025

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From stellar new restaurant launches and pop-ups to upcoming sartorial drops, here are 13 things on the Sybarite’s radar this October.

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...

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Whats On Our Radar This Month: September 2025

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