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Immerse LDN is set to open another one of their signature Immersive Exhibition: The Last Days of Pompei, which will be made available to the public on the 14th of November, for a limited 16-week run. The ground-breaking exhibitions allows visitors to explore the culture, stories and lives of Roman citizens in Pompei almost 2,000 years ago, before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. You can expect to see the beauty of the ancient city, uncover the secrets of daily Roman life and experience what it was like to witness the eruption. The Last Day of Pompei is set across 3,000 square metres and 10 different galleries, and makes the most out of its immersive nature, for the exhibition to be as educational and exciting as possible. It features impressive technology, including 8-metre-high immersive video mapping hall, a seated 360-degree Virtual Reality experience, a free-roaming Digital Metaverse room, as well as Roman times replicas & artefacts. General admission tickets are £30 per person, to book tickets click here . Address: Immerse LDN at Excel London Waterfront, Royal Victoria Dock, London E16 1XL Written by Alexandra Herlaut Reinhardt Photography courtesy of Immerse LDN

The countdown to Christmas just got tastier  with the launch of Joe & The Juice’s first-ever Christmas sandwich, the Joe Ho Ho! A Joe-style twist on everyone’s favourite post-turkey-day classic. The Joe Ho Ho is everything you love about a Christmas sandwich, only juicier, fresher, and a whole lot cooler. Think succulent turkey, a luscious gravy mayonnaise, tangy red cabbage ketchup, crunchy slaw, and peppery rocket, all wrapped up in Joe’s signature fibre-rich rye flatbread. It’s topped with crispy sage shallots for that perfect touch of Christmas magic. Even the signature Joe & The Juice sandwich box has gone festive, turning every unboxing into a mini Christmas moment, like unwrapping an early gift (that you actually want  to eat). So, wave goodbye to boring lunches and say hello to the Joe Ho Ho — the limited-edition festive sandwich. Available now until 30th December, priced at £9.95* ( *Take-Out pricing only). For more information click here . Photo courtesy of Joe & The Juice

This winter The Curling Club is back with another immersive, festive experience, this time at Marceline Brasserie, Canary Wharf, opening 14th November 2025 and running through to 28th February 2026. This is the third new venue launch for The Curling Club in 2025, joining its established Vinegar Yard site in London Bridge and new pop-ups at Chelsea Winter Illuminations & Winter Village and Manchester’s New Jackson. Together, these destinations promise to bring a dose of winter magic to city dwellers across the UK and Canary Wharf’s addition looks set to be a standout spot, combining sport, style and social dining. If you’ve never tried curling before, this is your chance, think of it as a mix between bowling and boules but on ice. Players slide polished granite stones towards a circular target area, while teammates use brushes to sweep the ice and influence the stone’s path. It’s surprisingly addictive and easy to learn. Marceline Canary Wharf will feature five modern curling rinks, each designed for groups to enjoy friendly competition without needing any experience. There are flexible session options, including Pay & Play from £15 per person, making it an easy pick for a post-work outing or weekend adventure. With the 2026 Winter Olympics just around the corner, there’s never been a better time to give curling a go. So grab your teammates, bundle up, and get ready to slide into the season in style. Open: 14th November 2025 – 28th February 2026 Location: Marceline, Canary Wharf, from: £15 per person for Pay & Play sessions Visit www.thecurlingclub.com  to book tickets and for further information. Written by Claire Bloom Photo courtesy of The Curling Club

The LEGO Group is bringing festive cheer to the heart of London this Christmas with the launch of The Chalet of Play; a free, family-friendly wonderland opening in Covent Garden from Saturday 8th November to Sunday 30th November 2025. Set against the iconic backdrop of The Piazza, The Chalet of Play promises a magical celebration of creativity, imagination, and festive fun. Visitors can immerse themselves in a world of colourful builds, playful challenges, and hands-on activities designed to delight LEGO fans of all ages. Wander through a Christmas market reimagined through the lens of play, where every corner is packed with festive sparkle and interactive fun. Highlights include the Tinsel Toss, where guests test their aim by throwing tinsel rings at LEGO brick-built characters such as LEGO Santa, Cataclaws, Young Simba, and Dancing Groot. The LEGO Minecraft Zone invites young adventurers to track down hidden gifts stolen by Creepers and Zombies, while the Build to Give area captures the true spirit of giving; with every LEGO heart built and displayed, the LEGO Group will donate a set to a child in need. At the centre of the chalet stands the Creativi-Tree; a living symbol of imagination. Visitors are encouraged to build their own festive LEGO creations to hang proudly on its branches. With every decoration added, the shining star at the top glows even brighter, turning it into a collective masterpiece of creativity. Younger builders can explore, play, and take part in special photo moments with life-sized LEGO Santa and Rudolf builds. The celebrations continue just a short walk away at the LEGO Store Leicester Square. From Tuesday 4th November, visitors can step inside its very own winter chalet on the first floor, featuring more building zones, musical LEGO props for photo ops, and festive product displays. Families can also design their own decorations to add to the tree, keeping the creative spirit alive across the capital. With its joyful mix of imagination, play, and festive goodwill, The LEGO Chalet of Play is set to be the ultimate Christmas day out in London; where every brick helps build a little more holiday magic. The chalet offers free entry and an array of festive activities, making it an unmissable destination for families this holiday season. No ticket required, just turn up and play! Where : The Piazza, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 8RF  Time:   Monday – Saturday: 11:00am – 19:00 and Sunday: 12:00am – 18:00   Website: www.LEGO.com Written by Enytha Peer   Photography courtesy of The LEGO Group

A mere five minute walk from main London Liverpool Street station, Spitalfields Market is set to become the ultimate festive destination this winter. Launching on Wednesday 12 th  November, Bishops Square will be transformed into a pop-up Christmas experience; with dazzling festive lighting displays and cosy chalets serving delicious seasonal food and drinks.    Throughout the festive season, there will be a wide range of family friendly activities on offer. Live choirs, festive crafts, a brand new Gingerbread Hut to name just a few, there will also festive chalet bar will be serving mulled wine, hot chocolates (served with Malibu rum for adults), winterberry spritz, espresso martinis, festive pina coladas, beers, ciders, coffees and soft drinks. With a happy hour every weekday from 5-6pm, it also makes for the perfect after work stop for workers in the area. There will also be an artisan food offering from specialised global food traders, serving dishes including; churros, cheesy Khachapuris and parmesan truffle fries. There will be a Santa Claus meet & greet where visitors can take a festive photo with Santa Claus and his elves, sharing a seasonal moment together; free for everyone to enjoy, the meet and greet will take place on Saturday 6 th  December (2pm – 4:10pm). Dates: From Wednesdays 12 th  November Address :  30 Spital Square, London, E1 6DX  For more information click here . Written by Jordan Crowley Photo courtesy of Spitalfields Market

The UK’s largest immersive art experience, FRAMELESS, joins forces with the Royal British Legion (RBL) to create a powerful and breathtaking, poppy-themed commemoration that honours the service and sacrifice of the Armed Forces. From Saturday 8th to Tuesday 11th November, visitors will have the chance to step into this remarkable immersive gallery themselves. Surrounded by waves of digital poppies and accompanied by a moving soundscape, guests will be invited to pause, reflect, and remember. Those attending will not only experience the immersive poppy field but also enjoy access to all four of FRAMELESS’ permanent galleries, each celebrating the beauty and emotion of art through cutting-edge technology. Throughout the weekend, RBL volunteers will be at FRAMELESS collecting donations in support of the Poppy Appeal 2025 — a campaign that helps provide vital support to the Armed Forces community. UK Armed Forces personnel and veterans are also invited to experience FRAMELESS free of charge throughout the Remembrance weekend (8th–11th November). Ttickets must be booked in advance online.  For more information and to book tickets click here . Address: 6 Marble Arch, London, W1H 7AP

This autumn, legendary pizza establishment Crust Bros and Eastern Mediterranean restaurant brand Brother Marcus have teamed up to create something truly special: the Ultimate East Med Pizza. Available until 24th November, this limited-edition collaboration brings together Crust Bros’ award-winning Neapolitan craft and Brother Marcus’ bold Eastern Mediterranean flavours. We headed to the Crust Bros Waterloo restaurant to try it for ourselves. The atmosphere here captures everything the brand is known for: laid-back, lively, and filled with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked pizza. The team were already busy firing pizzas in the open kitchen when I ordered my East Med Special. After settling in with a cosy glass of red wine, our pizzas arrived straight from the oven.  I went for the special, but my partner went for one of the build-your-own pizzas with hot pepperoni and chilli oil. Visually, the pizzas are a showstopper. Crust Bros’ signature base is cooked at 500 degrees using fresh dough made daily, light, airy, and full of flavour. The striking leopard print crust, crispy on the outside, deliciously soft on the inside. My pizza came loaded with a rich harissa tomato sauce, tender lamb kofta, cooked with pomegranate molasses, along with delicious mouth-watering dips for your crust. The Scotch Bonnet and soothing Lemon Garlic just hitting the spot to mop up any remaining pizza dough edges.  For those skipping meat, the vegetarian version swaps the lamb kofta for Aleppo butter-roasted aubergine, which soaks up the flavours beautifully and offers a satisfying, smoky alternative. To complete our feast, we threw out the diet and indulged in a velvety Tiramisu, and, as you would expect, this dish was perfectly balanced and tasted just like your Nonna would make. Bold, balanced, and bursting with personality, this culinary collaboration perfectly captures both brands’ passion for flavour and creativity. The Ultimate East Med Pizza is available across all Crust Bros locations until 24th November 2025. Find your nearest location and get a slice before it’s gone:   www.crustbros.co.uk Written by Claire Bloom Photo courtesey of Crust Bros

Following a sell out season in Australia, Wundrful World of Christmas will open in Southwark. Running from 7 November to 24 December 2025, the immersive, 50 minute experience will transform one of London’s most historic neighbourhoods into a world of festive wonder and imagination. The much loved festive phenomenon will offer families the opportunity to step inside a multi sensory journey to the North Pole. Filled with storytelling, live performance, animated characters, and intricately detailed set, visitors can help Santa’s elves sort magical mail, take a skyward ride to a snowy “Wundrland,” enjoy stories with Mrs Claus in her cosy cottage, and finish with a heart-warming meeting and photo with Santa himself. Created by immersive entertainment company Wundr, the experience is designed especially for children aged 3 to 8 and their families, and promises a a celebration of joy, creativity, and the spirit of the season. Tickets start from £17.50, including a complimentary family photo with Santa. Address:  Wundr, Borough Yards, Units 219-221, Clink St, London, SE1 Dates:  7 November to 24 December 2025 Duration:  Approx 50 minutes (timed entry).   To book yout ticket, visit www.wundr.live/london Written by Jordan Crowley Photos courtesy of Wundr

Get ready to jingle all the way to Marylebone Village on Wednesday 12 November 2025, from 3–8pm, as the neighbourhood transforms into a magical winter wonderland! For one unforgettable evening, Marylebone High Street will be pedestrianised and bursting with festive cheer — think twinkling lights, heart-warming music, delicious food, and plenty of Christmas sparkle. Head to Devonshire Street, the beating heart of the celebration, where BBC Broadcaster and proud Marylebone local Jo Good will host an afternoon packed with live performances , school choirs , and feel-good festive tunes  to get you in the spirit. All around the village, you’ll find an exciting line-up of  seasonal activities  and festive workshops: Meet Santa himself in his cosy grotto. Try your luck at the charity tombola Take a spin on the Ferris Wheel or hop on classic fairground rides Wreath-Making Workshop (£45pp) Christmas Candle-Painting Workshop (£15–£20pp) Food delights Follow the scent of mulled wine and roasted treats along Marylebone High Street, transformed into a foodie paradise! Indulge in: Hot chocolate and festive treats from 28-50 , Home Marylebone , LAVO , Le Vieux Comptoir , Orrery , Rococo Chocolates , and The Ivy Fischer’s  famous Frankfurter hotdogs The Ginger Pig’s  festive sausage rolls Carlotta’s  irresistible Italian desserts and so much more! Local boutiques will be spreading festive joy with exclusive discounts, gifts, and in-store experiences: MISSOMA  – 15% off all purchases, free tote bags for the first 50 shoppers & refreshments in-store RIXO  – Free Christmas cards with every purchase + a complimentary Noora tote when you spend £150+ Farm Rio  – Free Christmas ornaments and cards with every purchase Jorum Studio  – 20% off fragrances with drinks and canapés in-store David Mellor  – 20% off all David Mellor designs Caldesi  – Mulled wine for £8.50 & free panettone bites with dinner bookings Tracey Neuls  – Shoe-inspired collage workshops (6:30–7:30pm & 7:30–8:30pm) with artist Louisa Tan of Common Exception Studio. [Book here] This year, Merry Marylebone  proudly supports The Marylebone Project , a local charity offering life-changing support to homeless women. Visitors are encouraged to donate generously throughout the evening. For the latest updates, participating brands, and full event details, visit MaryleboneVillage.com  and follow @MaryleboneVillage  on social media. Photography courtesey of Marylebone Village

There’s something quietly magnetic about Toum, the French-Lebanese rotisserie spot tucked in the heart of Mayfair. On the surface, it’s all about the chicken; golden, crisp-skinned, and fragrant from the rotisserie but step inside and you quickly realise there’s a lot more to fall in love with. The atmosphere is warm and softly lit, perfectly straddling that sweet spot between refined and relaxed, where the scent of garlic and roasted spices fills the air.   The menu begins with dishes that are deceptively simple yet deeply satisfying. The now-viral hummus with crispy chickpeas and green olive oil deserves every bit of attention it’s received; impossibly smooth, nutty and laced with citrusy olive oil that elevates every bite. Then there’s the Lahm Bi Ajine, a thin flatbread layered with spiced lamb, tomato and pickled peppers: a perfect balance of heat, tang and texture. The Hot Honey Halloumi Kataifi arrives golden and crunchy, its sweetness offset by the salty bite of the cheese; it’s the kind of dish that lingers in memory long after the plate is cleared. But the star of the show remains the roasted chicken. Juicy, smoky and cooked to perfection, it comes with a quartet of sauces that tell you everything you need to know about Toum’s personality - confident, playful and indulgent. The classic Toum sauce offers a creamy garlic punch, while the chicken jus is rich and comforting. The Café de Paris butter sauce adds a touch of French decadence, but it’s the Chimichurri that steals the spotlight - bright, herby and unexpectedly addictive, easily my personal favourite. Dessert keeps things grounded in Middle Eastern comfort, with a baked tahini cookie that strikes just the right balance between nutty and sweet. A mix of white and dark chocolate gives it depth, and the scoop of vanilla ice cream melting on top makes it even more irresistible.   And just when you think the evening’s done, you’re invited to head downstairs to Encore, Toum’s newly opened listening bar. The shift in mood is instant; think low lights, vinyl spinning, Arabic disco and Habibi funk humming through the speakers. I settle in with a Sumac Negroni, sharp and citrusy, followed by the Glow Zombie - their signature concoction blending over eighteen Lebanese-inspired ingredients, including three rums and absinthe. It’s bold, mysterious and a little dangerous; much like Encore itself.   Together, Toum and Encore make for one of London’s most exciting dining and drinking experiences: soulful, stylish and effortlessly cool.   Address: Toum, 18a Maddox Street, London, W1S 1PL Website: https://www.toumrotisserie.com/ Words and photography by Enytha Peer

Following the success of Sam’s Kitchen Hammersmith, Sam’s Smash Burger Pop-Up has arrived at Sam’s Kitchen Chiswick, bringing its signature burgers to even more West London locals. At Sam’s, the focus is on simplicity, quality, and flavour. Each patty is crafted using Head Chef Abbie’s signature blend of rib cap, chuck, and aged beef sourced from West London butcher HG Walter. Hand-rolled and smashed onto a hot grill, the burgers develop a perfect caramelised crust before being finished with Sam’s secret sauce, house-made pickles, and melted cheese. If you’re skipping the carbs, the lettuce burger delivers all the flavour, minus the bun. Other standout options include the Beyond Meat Cheeseburger and the Nashville Chicken Burger. Sides range from fries topped with pickled shallots, crispy shallots, jalapeños, and cheese, to chorizo fries and a corn and chipotle slaw. When we visited, it was a cold, rainy evening, ideal weather for comfort food and a relaxing glass of wine. I ordered the Classic Cheeseburger. I like my burgers simple, with the meat as the hero, and it did not disappoint. Juicy, rich, and perfectly balanced, I went for the single patty but could easily have tackled a double. My partner chose the Nashville Hot Chicken Burger, which arrived dripping in smoky BBQ sauce, sticky, spicy, and utterly satisfying. Both burgers came fresh off the grill, bubbling with melted cheese and packed with flavour. We added a Cobb Salad, crisp and refreshing, perfect alongside the rich mains, whilst sharing a portion of ultra crispy skinny fries. For dessert, we had a choice of warm chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream or one of Happy Ending’s decadent ice cream sandwiches – we opted for the latter, and it was every bit as indulgent as promised.  Presented in its own wrapper, the delicious buttery shortbread encases delicious vanilla ice cream with a swirl of berry jam. Portions are generous, and for those who want to go all-out for their burger night, diners can double up on patties and augment their order with a range of tantalising sides. The restaurant staff are super friendly and helpful, and tables are set up as window view seats as well as larger tables for families.  The atmosphere is relaxed, but the table service is executed with high-end attentiveness. Sam’s speciality burgers are available at the Turnham Green site Wednesday to Sunday, from 4pm to 9pm. To book or for more information click here . Written by Claire Bloom Photo courtesy of Sam's Kitchen

Holland & Barrett, the UK’s go-to for all things health and wellness, is on a mission to help the nation shine through the season ! The days grow darker quicker, so it’s no surprise many of us start feeling a little low on energy and sparkle. To chase away those winter blues, H&B is bringing a dose of sunshine to the high streets with their brand-new ‘Sunshine Booth’ , a pop-up experience designed to brighten your day and lift your spirits. Step Inside the Sunshine Booth Take a few minutes out of your busy day to unwind, recharge, and soak up the glow of specially designed lighting that mimics natural sunlight (the same kind used in SAD lamps!). Spend up to 20 minutes  inside this calming, mood-boosting space — perfect for giving your winter wellness routine a radiant reset. When & Where to Find It: London (Marble Arch):  Wednesday 5th November, 8am – 8pm Cardiff:  Thursday 6th November Manchester:  Friday 7th November No need to book — just pop in when the Sunshine Booth hits your city! Be one of the first 10 visitors  to step into the booth and you’ll walk away with a Holland & Barrett Goody Bag  worth £50! Each one is packed with winter wellness must-haves, including the Winter Wellness Bundle  — your all-in-one immune and energy support kit featuring: Vitamin D 1000 I.U. Tablets Vitamin C 1000mg Tablets High Strength Zinc 15mg Tablets, plus a few surprise treats to keep you glowing all season long. Step into the light, recharge your batteries, and let Holland & Barrett brighten up your day (and your mood) this winter. Photo courtesy of Holland & Barrett