What To Do This Weekend 15.08.24

The Globe’s new production of Antony & Cleopatra is the first bilingual English/British Sign Language production on the main stage of a major British theatre for a full-length run. Deaf actor Nadia Nadarajah has been a regular on the Globe’s stage in recent years, and here she’ll be taking on one of Shakespeare’s most beloved heroines. John Hollingworth (1917, The Queen’s Gambit, Poldark) will be starring opposite as Mark Antony, helping tell the tale of one of history’s greatest love affairs and the fallout it causes. Tickets start from £5, with gallery seats from £75. 

Shakespeare's Globe, 21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, SE1 9DT; until 15th September

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Australian fashion brand Peppermayo is opening the doors to a pop-up store on London’s Greek Street this weekend. From Saturday, customers will be able to shop existing collections as well as new arrivals in a physical space for the first time. We’ve got our eye on the label’s occasionwear to see out the rest of wedding season in style.

59 Greek Street, Soho, W1D 3DZ; 17th-20th August 

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Ballet-inspired fitness brand Barrecorre is hosting a barre and brunch event this weekend at Marylebone’s Treehouse hotel. Attendees will take part in Barrecorre’s iconic BarreSIGNATURE class, a full-body workout that combines bodyweight resistance with light weights and high repetitions. Then, once they’ve worked up an appetite, guests will be treated to a sharing style brunch at Madera, the hotel’s Cali-Mexican restaurant on the 15th floor with treetop views of the city. Dishes include freshly baked pastries, avocado toast with poached eggs and heirloom tomatoes, as well as coconut parfait with fresh berries. Tickets cost £49pp for the class and brunch.

14-15 Langham Place, Marylebone, W1B 2QS; 17th August 

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From now until the end of August, Michelin-starred Indian restaurant Trishna in Marylebone is celebrating Kerala – India's southernmost state. Executive Chef Sajeev Nair, a native of the region, has created a special lunch and early evening menu (£50 for 3 courses, £55 for 4 courses) featuring Keralan ingredients, including seafood, spices and coconut. Highlights include soft shell crab with green chili and tomato chutney, short ribs with coconut and pickled shallots, and prawn curry served with fluffy rice and a selection of chutneys – with paired drinks like the zingy pineapple and Tanqueray cocktail.

15-17 Blandford Street, Marylebone, W1U 3DG

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If you want to make the most of the London sunshine, the Chelsea Townhouse is taking advantage of its location near some of the capital’s most picturesque green spaces – Hyde Park, Green Park, St James’s Park and Battersea Park – by launching a picnic package in collaboration with Laurent Perrier. Head to the reception to collect your Laurent Perrier backpack containing a bottle of the bubbly, a selection of sandwiches, savoury snacks and freshly baked scones served alongside strawberry jam and clotted cream. Picnic backpacks cost £120.

26 Cadogan Gardens, Chelsea, SW3 2RP

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Angel Hartnett is one of the UK’s most talented chefs and restaurateurs. If you haven’t eaten at her Michelin-starred Murano restaurant yet, now’s your chance as it’s launched a set lunch menu. Throughout August, diners can enjoy two courses for £50, and £55 for three. Pick from a selection of summer dishes like tuna tartare with citrus dressing, soft herbs and crispy capers; baked plaice fillet with black olive, tomato and pine nut caponata; pork shoulder with apricots and fresh almonds; and poached apricots diplomat or a dark chocolate tart with lavender ice cream to finish. Plus, diners will be greeted with a lemon and jasmine spritz on arrival, and tea, coffee and petit fours to finish.

20 Queen Street, Mayfair, W1J 5PP

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Every Friday in August, Searcys at Horizon 22 is hosting Sunset Lates. Known for its panoramic views of the London skyline, the venue is serving Searcys champagne to guests enjoying an impressive vista that’s usually reserved for private events. There are bookable time slots available at 7pm, 7:30pm and 8pm, and tickets are £29.50pp, including a complimentary glass of bubbly or non-alcoholic sparkling wine.

22 Bishopsgate, City, EC2N 4BQ; until 30th August

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Memo Paris and Sofitel London are putting a French twist on the British afternoon tea. The fragrance house is known for its rose-infused fragrances, making the Sofitel hotel’s Rose Lounge the perfect space for a partnership. Matching the aromatic profile of Memo’s French Leather parfum, there are pastries featuring sweet notes of rose, honey, lime and vanilla, as well as fine tea. The afternoon tea is priced at £70pp or £80 with a glass of champagne. 

6 Waterloo Place, St James’s Park, SW1Y 4AN

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You’ll often find Sculpted By Aimee products in the SL team’s make-up bags, so we were excited to hear the brand is offering us all a chance to grab a free full-size of its bestselling HydraTint foundation. All you need to do is be one of the first 100 customers through the doors of the two-day Trade Your Base event hosted at its new Carnaby store. As well as finding the perfect shade, attendees can enjoy music from DJs, bubbles, sweet treats and more exclusive beauty offers.

20 Foubert's Place, Carnaby, W1F 7PL; 17th-18th August

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Known for its rotation of top-tier chef residencies, Carousel has once again partnered with AVA Festival to present the latest edition of Paired. Marrying music and food, the initiative pairs the world’s most exciting chefs with hyper-talented DJs. This time it’s Japanese culinary legend Yoji Tokuyoshi and music industry hero Gilles Peterson taking over The Corner at Tate Modern.  There will be a five-course set menu, with DJ set to soundtrack the dinner and afterparty.

Bankside, SE1 9TG; 13th September

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The George in Fitzrovia is bringing live music to your weekends with its Summer Sessions, in partnership with Tidal Rum. Every Friday from 5pm and Saturday from 8pm, guests can enjoy a different live act each week while tucking into bar snacks and drinks. Post-performance, head to the main dining room to enjoy larger dishes from the main menu. We recommend a selection of classic pub starters, before tucking into fish and chips, sirloin steak with peppercorn sauce, or a fried chicken sandwich. All events are free to attend, so don’t delay getting your pals involved. 

55 Great Portland Street, Fitzrovia, W1W 7LQ

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