03/11/26

Christmas Wreath-Making at ALFI, Spitalfields

There’s something rather lovely about stepping away from the Christmas rush and spending an afternoon making something beautiful by hand. This November and December, independent Italian restaurant ALFI, nestled in the heart of Spitalfields Market, is inviting guests to embrace the festive spirit with a series of Christmas wreath-making workshops.

With a glass of prosecco in hand, guests will be guided through creating their own traditional Christmas wreath using a natural moss base, fresh seasonal foliage and a wonderful assortment of decorations, from dried orange slices and pinecones to miniature baubles, bells and ribbons, promising to make a charming addition to any front door. And with all materials provided, the only thing you need to bring is a little Christmas spirit. Of course, being an Italian restaurant, there’s every reason to make an afternoon of it. Known for its handcrafted Neapolitan pizzas, fresh pasta and relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, ALFI is the perfect place to settle in afterwards for a leisurely lunch, a seasonal cocktail or another glass of something sparkling.

Creativity is very much part of the ALFI experience. Alongside its festive workshops, the restaurant offers a year-round programme of hands-on activities, including pasta-making classes, Paint & Sip sessions, scented candle-making, cocktail masterclasses and flower arranging.

Christmas Wreath-Making Workshops

Sunday 15 November: 1–2.30pm
Saturday 21 November: 3–4.30pm
Sunday 29 November: 1–2.30pm
Saturday 5 December: 1–2.30pm
Sunday 13 December: 1–2.30pm

Tickets: £77.25 per person, including all materials and a glass of prosecco.

Where: ALFI, Spitalfields Market, London.

To book your ticket, click here.

Written by Claire Bloom

Photography courtesey of ALFI

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This September, Covent Garden becomes the beating heart of beauty as BIG BEAUTY arrives — a spectacular ten-day celebration dedicated to beauty, wellness and self-expression. From 4–14 September, London’s iconic Piazza and its surrounding streets will be transformed into an immersive world where fragrance, skincare, makeup and wellbeing take centre stage.

Step into a multi-sensory playground alive with colour, creativity and innovation. Across ten days, discover exclusive pop-ups, masterclasses, giveaways and experiences from the most coveted names in beauty, alongside inspiring voices shaping the industry.

Some highlights:

Headline pop-ups: ELEMIS’ travelling Skin Spa Airstream, Dolce & Gabbana Beauty’s Sicilian lemonade cart, Ancient + Brave’s collagen coffee bar, Creed’s floral fragrance cart, and Liberty’s Beauty Advent Calendar reveal.

The Fragrance Garden: A beautiful floral installation inspired by scent icons including Diptyque, GUERLAIN, Jo Malone London, and Penhaligon’s.

In-store exclusives: Facials, masterclasses, launches and personalised services from Charlotte Tilbury, CHANEL, TOM FORD, MAC, Glossier and more.

Wellness & fitness: movement classes in the heart of the Piazza with Peloton, as well as run clubs, in store wellness offers and activity from HOKA, Alo, Saucony and Vuori.

Whilst in Convent Garden, explore the neighbourhood’s celebrated cafes, bars, restaurants and fashion and accessories stores.

Beyond Beauty is open to all to attend, so grab your beauty fanatic friend or bring the whole family, and have some fun, while waving your beauty brush around!

Photography courtesy of Covent Garden