14/05/26

Visit the new St James’s Food Fair on 16th May

St James’s is set to come alive on Saturday 16th May with the launch of the very first St James’s Food Fair, a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of exceptional food, drink and culinary creativity in the heart of St James’s Market.

Bringing together some of London’s most exciting chefs, restaurants, producers and purpose-led brands, the Food Fair will showcase a carefully curated line-up of street food stalls, tastings, live chef demonstrations and entertainment, celebrating the very best seasonal produce and global flavours.

Visitors will have the chance to sample signature dishes from some of St James’s most-loved restaurants. Highlights include authentic Indonesian BBQ favourites from Toba, serving chicken skewers and rich beef rendang, while Sael will put a refined spin on British classics with its indulgent ‘Sael Fish & Chips’ and Marmite English custard tart. FOWL will dish up crowd favourites including chicken salt fries and signature wings, while Scully will showcase its bold, globally inspired cooking with plates such as spiced cornbread with eggplant sambal and coconut labneh, alongside roast pork belly with sweet-and-sour pineapple.

Paxton & Whitfield, will offer curated sustainable cheese plates, while Central Asian favourite Oshpaz will serve freshly made dumplings with beef, chicken and vegan fillings. All-day bakery Ole & Steen will bring seasonal open sandwiches, Bija will offer Indonesian cake and coffee bundles, and Bentley’s Oyster Bar & Grill will present a seafood-led menu celebrating the finest seasonal British produce.

Alongside the food, visitors can enjoy live music throughout the day, there will be interactive experiences, including ‘Grow the Future’ hosted by The Barefoot Planter, offering hands-on activities focused on sustainable growing and greener food practices and the SMEG flagship store will host a series of ticketed masterclasses, with tickets available from just £5.

Taking place from 12pm–7pm.

For more information click here.

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Record Store Day Returns on 18th April

Apr 13
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If you’re looking for a seriously fun way to celebrate music in the capital, mark your calendar for Record Store Day 2026 on 18 April. One of the biggest dates in the UK’s music scene is returning and this year, things are getting loud in Shoreditch.

Over at Old St. Records, the beloved live music bar is hosting an all-day vinyl party that runs from afternoon right through to 2am. Open to everyone, it’s set to be a go-to spot for music lovers, with a packed DJ lineup spinning exclusively vinyl throughout the day and night.

Things kick off at 3pm with DJ Carly Foxx bringing feel-good disco vibes, followed by DJ Matman mixing up funk, hip hop and R&B. Expect dancefloor favourites from DJ Dan Grey, before DJ P dives into 90s and 00s anthems. Later into the night, Kengo San keeps the energy high, with DJ Limao closing things out with an all-vinyl set.

Drinks-wise, there’s even more reason to stick around. From 5pm to 8pm, you can enjoy 2-for-1 cocktails, with options like an elderflower spritz-style serve, a classic Tommy’s Margarita, and a smoky twist on a Negroni. Even better, if you’ve picked up a record that day, bring your receipt along and you’ll be treated to a complimentary drink.

Feeling peckish? The venue’s menu has you covered with a range of pizzas, from spicy nduja-topped options to veggie-friendly aubergine creations, perfect fuel for a night on the dancefloor. While you’re in the area, it’s worth exploring some of Shoreditch’s iconic record shops, including Flashback Records, Rough Trade East and Stranger Than Paradise, all of which will be celebrating with exclusive releases and in-store events.

For more information, click here.

Written by Claire Bloom