9 Fun Things To Do This Weekend In London

Brasserie Olivia

Sloane Square has a new French brasserie courtesy of Paris group La Nouvelle Garde, marking the group’s first opening outside France Taking over the former Côte site opposite the square, Brasserie Olivia puts a modern spin on classic French dining, with the kitchen led by Rachide Sambu Balde (ex-Galvin La Chapelle, Angler and Morchella) alongside executive chef Thibaut Darteyre. The seafood-led menu revolves around wood-fire cooking, with an oyster bar and lobster tank taking centre stage, alongside French favourites including steak frites and sausage and mash. Designed by B3 Designers (the team behind Lita and Lyle’s), the checkerboard-tiled dining room channels Parisian charm, while downstairs, Venus Bar is a 1970s-inspired speakeasy serving cocktails all day.

1 Sloane Square, Chelsea, SW1W 8EE

Visit LANOUVELLEGARDE.COM

Bun House Disco Lates

Bun House Disco is turning up the volume with Disco Lates, a new late-night concept created alongside TĀ TĀ Eatery and community collective Circle13. Expect inventive cocktail pairings, Chinese-inspired snacks and an upbeat atmosphere, with dishes like Canton Gildas, fried milk desserts and deep-fried poussin burgers served alongside pandan espresso martinis, Sichuan palomas and more. Available every Thursday to Saturday from 10pm.

118 Bethnal Green Road, E2 6DG

Visit BUN.HOUSE

Miokuru

Miokuru is an intimate 20-seat Japanese restaurant pairing traditional techniques with seasonal British produce, centred around a counter dining experience where fresh temaki are made to order. On the menu, there will be signature handrolls including Cornish white crab with wild garlic and tarragon mayo, dry-aged beef tartare with wasabi mustard and glazed wild mushrooms wrapped in crisp nori, alongside small plates like pressed scallops with house pickles and Chalk Stream trout sashimi. Afterwards, head through to Eki, the hidden 10-seat cocktail bar serving London-brewed sake, local beers and inventive cocktails.

7-8 Warwick Street, Soho, W1B 5LU

Visit MIOKURU.CO.UK

Lost Oasis

Trafalgar Square is getting a peaceful makeover this summer with Lost Oasis, a nature-filled pop-up bringing a taste of Cornwall to central London. Inspired by the Lost Gardens of Heligan, the space outside St Martin-in-the-Fields will be transformed into a lush dining, drinking and entertainment destination filled with ferns, palms and fragrant jasmine. Visitors can expect food from a rotating line-up of chefs including Nathan Outlaw, Simon Stallard, Jordan Bailey, Emily Scott, Adam Handling MBE and Sally Abé.

St Martin-in-the-Fields, Trafalgar Square, WC2N 4JH

Visit THELOSTOASIS.CO.UK

Sign Of The Times

One of London’s best-loved pre-loved designer sales is returning. Sign of the Times is taking over Truman Brewery for four days, offering up to 80% off retail prices across a curated selection of luxury fashion, accessories and one-off vintage finds. Customers will need to secure a ticket by signing up via the brand’s Instagram account.

Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London; 30th July-2nd August

Follow @SIGN_OFTHETIMES 

Ronnie Scott's Street Party

One of Soho's best-loved summer events is back. Ronnie Scott's annual street party takes over Frith Street with a free day of live jazz, soul, gospel and R&B performances, plus DJ sets, outdoor bars and family entertainment.

Frith Street, Soho; 1st August

Visit RONNIESCOTTS.CO.UK

Amazon Kindle Storyteller Pop-Up Library

Swap your deckchair for a good book at the UK's first open-air library dedicated to self-published authors. Taking over Victoria Park's bandstand for two days only, visitors can browse and borrow titles for free as part of the Amazon Kindle Storyteller Award.

Victoria Park Bandstand; 31st July-1st August

Visit AMAZON.CO.UK

Charlotte Tilbury Unreal Glow Club

Charlotte Tilbury is bringing plenty of sparkle to Covent Garden with its Unreal Glow Club pop-up. Pick up a Passport to Glow before exploring interactive beauty stations, collecting stamps and unlocking exclusive treats, including complimentary ice cream, glitter tattoos, Polaroids, glow games and limited-edition merchandise, all in celebration of the new Unreal Glow Highlighter.

Covent Garden Piazza, WC2E 8HD; 30th July-2nd August

Visit CHARLOTTETILBURY.COM

Barry's: HIIT Your Stride

Need some extra motivation? Barry's is launching HIIT Your Stride, a month-long fitness challenge designed to help you build consistency. Sign up to complete five classes a week throughout August and you'll unlock weekly rewards, with a grand prize waiting for anyone who completes all four weeks. You can join for one week or commit to the full challenge.

Various locations; from 3rd-30th August 

Visit BARRYS.COM