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Canary Wharf celebrates Black History month with four new murals

Canary Wharf is marking Black History Month this October with a free public art trail celebrating Black creativity, achievement and identity through four striking new murals by interdisciplinary artist Jasmine Kahlia. Free to explore throughout the month, the temporary installations have been inspired by Kahlia’s Jamaican, Indian, Somali and Yemeni roots, alongside a series of interviews with Black entrepreneurs, scientists, artists and professionals who have built their careers or lives in Canary Wharf.

The trail begins with Folkloriq on North Colonnade, a colourful celebration of Caribbean and Central American art and intergenerational storytelling. Over on Upper Bank Street, Facin our Dreamz features portraits of accomplished individuals from fields including science, AI, sport and finance, with each subject’s personality reflected through Kahlia’s bold use of colour.

At Montgomery Square, Blaq Excellence explores liberation, belonging and the wider Black diaspora, blending a spectrum of skin tones into its central figure. Completing the trail on George Street is Heartest Truth, which follows the highs and lows of building a successful career through four themes: Downfall, Triumph, Connection and Freedom. The new works sit alongside Canary Wharf’s permanent public art collection, which includes more than 100 sculptures, murals and architectural pieces dotted throughout the neighbourhood.

Designed to be stumbled upon as much as deliberately sought out, the trail offers an easy way to combine art, culture and a wander around Canary Wharf this autumn. Jasmine Kahlia’s Black History Month trail is free to visit throughout October at North Colonnade, Upper Bank Street, Montgomery Square and George Street, Canary Wharf.

Dates: Throughout October 2026

Locations: North Colonnade, Upper Bank Street, Montgomery Square and George Street, Canary Wharf, London

For more information, click here.

Written by Enytha Peer

Mural titled Facin Our Dreamz by Jasmine Kahlia for Canary Wharf Black History Month. Photo credit Sean Pollock

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Step Into a Cosy Alpine Escape at Kitchen at Holmes

Dec 9, 2025

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Kitchen at Holmes is bringing the soul of the Alps straight to Marylebone as its Baker Street terrace is transformed into a warm alpine escape. This cosy hideaway invites you to step off the busy street and into a mountain inspired world of comforting dishes, Jameson Black Barrel whiskey cocktails and, tucked away above the restaurant, a newly refurbished rooftop cinema playing festive favourites under the night sky.

The expanded heated terrace sets the scene with an après ski mood. Think retro ski touches, winter greenery, exposed wood and plenty of twinkling lights that make it feel like a little chalet in the heart of the city.

The menu leans fully into comforting mountain flavours. Guests can enjoy Porcini Mushroom Vol au Vents, Smoked Salmon Blinis and a Welsh Dragon Hot Dog with braised onion, cheddar, paprika and oregano pomme allumettes. At the bar, the season is celebrated with limited edition cocktails created in partnership with Jameson Black Barrel Whiskey. Highlights include an Old Fashioned, a Bombardino and the Irish Spritz. Every Friday, the terrace turns livelier with après beats from a weekly DJ.

The rooftop cinema offers classic, including Love Actually, The Holiday, Elf and How The Grinch Stole Christmas. Each ticket includes a seasonal three course set menu in the restaurant before the screening. Prices are £85 per person or £95 with a glass of champagne.

For more information and to book tickets click here.

Address: Kitchen at Holmes 108 Baker Street, London W1U 6LJ

Written by Stephanie Sowaha

Photography by Rebecca Hope