21/09/26

Dallas Burger Joint arrives in London

Lisbonites have been quietly obsessed with Dallas for years. Now, Londoners can finally get a taste of the action, the laidback Portuguese burger has made its UK debut in Shoreditch this month. Landing in one of East London’s most characterful neighbourhoods, Dallas’ new 48-cover spot brings its no-nonsense burgers, nostalgic interiors and distinctly unpolished charm to London, without trying too hard to fit in. That’s because Dallas has a thing for places with a bit of history. Rather than hunting down shiny, purpose-built spaces, the cult burger joint seeks out unassuming, faded and often overlooked neighbourhood spots, breathing new life into them while keeping their original character firmly intact.

In Shoreditch, that means giving a former pub a fresh chapter rather than wiping the slate clean. The original façade and architectural details have been preserved, while inside, mustard and orange accents meet rich cherry-toned wood panelling. Walls are hung with work by photographers including William Eggleston, Devlin Claro and Martin Parr, while mosaic floors, Formica tables, vintage lighting and Portuguese tiles create the feel of a slightly time-warped mid-century café.

And the same thinking carries through to the menu. Dallas isn’t interested in burger theatrics: no skyscraper stacks and no burger that requires an engineering degree to eat. Instead, the menu is deliberately streamlined, sticking to the essentials and doing them very, very well. At the heart of it all are 165g beef patties made from a secret blend of three premium cuts, supplied by Aubrey Allen, a Royal Warrant holder that sources from the top 1% of British beef. And, of course, there’s no need to miss out if you don’t eat meat: any burger on the menu can be made with a vegan patty.

Dallas Shoreditch is the beginning of a new chapter for the Lisbon favourite. Same no-nonsense burgers, same laidback attitude, new postcode.

Address: 138 Shoreditch High Street, London E1 6JE

For more information, click here. dallasburger.com

Photography courtesy of Dallas Burger

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Sarah Hollebon presents The ‘Woven Experiences’ exhibition

Jun 21, 2022

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Updated: May 28, 2024

London-based designer and mental health activist, Sarah Hollebon, is holding a solo show in London next month, to raise awareness of social issues through fashion, and to open up conversations on topics such as trauma and sexual violence. The ‘Woven Experiences’ exhibition will take place at GreatArt in Shoreditch from 5th-30th July, and will include pieces from her new collection – Life After Trauma – as well as key garments from previous collections. Sarah’s bespoke, custom made collections are small runs of ready-to-wear garments combining high fashion with storytelling, by highlighting real experiences of people and their challenges.

Her creative process involves conducting interviews with people who have a lived experience of a social issue. These interviews then play a crucial role in the designing of each garment. Interviewees are involved throughout the design process. Their input helps to create an accurate and sensitive design whilst encouraging personal confidence to grow. The interviews will be showcased as part of the exhibition. According to Sarah, weaving personal stories and experiences into each garment is also a powerful way to initiate conversations, create awareness, and further educate for positive change. In fact, these collaborations are an important part of the work as it helps create positive and meaningful social impact.

Throughout the exhibition, there will also be art featured by hand illustrator Connor Lawson, hand embroiderer Beth Cole – who has worked for fashion houses such as Alexander McQueen and Ralph and Russo. Along with textile artist Rebecca Bruton, and London College of Fashion graduate footwear designer Cecília Glória, who is working closely with Sarah to help continue important conversations on social topics. Sarah’s work has also been exhibited in galleries, schools, and workplaces on a national level, including Espacio Gallery, Pop Brixton, and law firm Clyde & Co.

Written by Lupe Castro Photography courtesy of Sarah Hollebon

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