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DNA VR is home to over 70 arcade and escape games, with something for all the family – think art creation simulations to virtual reality challenges! It’s the ultimate half-term escape for ages 7+ to enjoy and families can save 10% on their bookings at DNA VR’s Hammersmith and Camden venues this May half-term with code DNAVR10. DNA VR is a great alternative day out in the city or a fun party venue. The virtual reality arcade originally opened in London, with three successful venues in Battersea, Camden and Hammersmith. Prices start from £24 per person and vary according to experience and day of booking. For more information and to book your ticket visit: https://www.dnavr.co.uk Written by Lenny Wright Photography courtesy of DNA VR #DNAVR

Celebrate your dad, grandad, stepdad or loved one this Father’s Day with a token of your appreciation! We have rounded up some of our favourite gifts on offer! Neal’s Yard – Skincare products Treat him to luxury skin and body care products from Neal’s Yard, perfect to keep his skin moisturised and hydrated, suitable for all skin types. He may spend a little longer in the bathroom now… but it will all be worth it and his skin will thank you for it! Bee Lovely Bath & Shower Gel – 295ml – £15.00 Age Defying Moisturiser – 50ml – £33.00 Bee Lovely Hand Cream – 50ml – £11.00 Purchase from www.nealsyardremedies.com Wellbeing Journal from Seek Self Good mental health is so important, especially for those with a fast pace lifestyle, this Wellbeing Journal is designed with men’s mental health in mind. Inside you will find CBT exercises, goal-setting tasks, daily gratitude, trackers and inspirational quotes. The journal will help your loved one find focus and balance, bringing harmony into his life. Price: £20.00 Purchase from https://seekself.co.uk/products/wellness-journal For the Rum lovers MacNair’s Exploration 7 Year Old Perfect for rum lovers, initially aged in American oak in the tropical Panamanian climate before being transferred to Scotland for secondary maturation in ex-Bourbon, red wine and virgin oak casks. Expect vibrant qualities of pineapple, banana bread, ginger and mango. Price: 41.50 Purchase from www.tyndrumwhisky.com Appleton Estate 12 Year Old Rare Casks Jamaica Rum Appleton Estate is a rich and full-bodied rum with hints of vanilla, dark chocolate and toffee. Thanks to its 12 year maturation, this characterful spirit is extremely well-balanced and promises a unique experience on the palate followed with a subtle coating finish. If you fancy upgrading his gift, get your hands on the Appleton rum gift set, which includes Appleton Estate 12 Year Old Rare Casks Jamaica Rum, a Rocks glass, a Mixing glass, a Strainer and a Silver bar spoon and jigger. All the perfect essentials to whip up a cocktail. Price: £41.99 Purchase from https://drinksdistilled.co.uk Appleton Rum Gift Set – £90.00 Purchase from https://drinksdistilled.co.uk/apps/bundles/bundle/119406 Belgrove Hazelnut Rum Belgrove Hazelnut Rum is distilled with Demerara sugarcane grown on the mineral-rich banks of Guyana’s Demerara River. The spirit, is aged in oak barrels in the Caribbean before being imported to the UK and infused with all-natural flavours. Smooth, well-balanced and deliciously complex. Price: £30.00 Purchase from www.waitrose.com Sodastream E-Terra Electric Sparkling Water Maker The SodaStream Terra machine is the perfect machine to whip up fresh sparkling drinks at home and for those big family gatherings in the garden. Think of those exotic sparking drinks, which he can make with a push of a button! The sleek design will fit on any kitchen surface! The SodaStream E-Terra comes with a 1 litre reusable BPA-Free water bottle for carbonating and a 60 litre quick connect Co2 Gas Cylinder Price: £149.99 Purchase from www.amazon.co.uk Toast with a bottle of… Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey Elijah Craig Small Batch is made exclusively from a blend of 200 or less 8 to 12-Year-Old barrels, aged in open-air rickhouses. It is this extra ageing and expertise in barrel selection that give Elijah Craig its robust body and rich flavour and owes its distinctive warm spice & subtle smoke flavour to Level 3 charred oak barrels. Price £44.95 for 70cl Purchase from www.masterofmalt.com BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® X AI-DA Limited Edition Artwork Bottle This beautifully designed bottle will look amazing on any shelf or bar cart. Created by Ai-Da, the world’s first ultra-realistic robot artist, the bottles have been designed ahead of the Saw this, Made This installation series. Grab some tonic and treat your loved one to some G&T’s on his special day. Price: £29.99 Purchase from https://shop.bombaysapphire.com Johnnie Walker Black Label “Bold Steps” Limited Edition Scotch Whisky The iconic whisky brings its partnership with Diet Paratha to life by launching a bottle designed by illustrator and graphic designer Kushiaania. Perfectly balanced whisky that brings together rich flavours. It is crafted by a small team of expert whisky-makers using more than 30 of the finest single malt and grain whiskies from the four corners of Scotland, each one matured for at least 12 years. Price: £35.00 Purchase from www.thebar.com Willen Wireless Speaker – Marshall The stylish and powerful Willen Bluetooth speaker is the perfect gift for those who like to rock out. It is small enough to pop in a bag providing the soundtrack to a romantic rendezvous or family fun getaway. The Willen speaker will look stylish on any shelf, it may be small but that unmistakable, bold Marshall sound packs a punch! Price: £89.99 Purchase from www.marshallheadphones.com A New Leaf: Curated Houses Where Plants Meet Design Your green-fingered dad will love flicking through A New Leaf, the book spotlights 18 houses around the world, each illustrated with a selection of images of the entire home with particular emphasis on their plant life. Each section includes an interview with the owners, walking the reader through the plant choices they made and the impact they had on their unique aesthetic. Price: £30.00 Purchase from www.waterstones.com #fathersday #fathersdaygiftguide

Iconic eyewear brand Ray-Ban is celebrating the summer solstice, with a spectacular event: Ray-Ban SUN-DAY, taking place on June 21st. Ray-Ban SUN-DAY aims to capture the essence of this celestial event by organising four immersive musical experiences: beginning in Tel Aviv passing it off to Paris and London featuring a full female identifying lineup, and ending in New York City. Join the event in London and dance the night away into the early hours of the morning! You will be treated to an exciting lineup of musicians and performances that embody the spirit of summer. The London celebration will headline with Tiffany Calver at The Rooftop at the Standard, London. Reflecting on the long-standing commitment to providing superior eyewear that protects and enhances vision under the sun’s rays, Ray-Ban sunglasses will be readily available, ensuring that everyone can experience the world with clarity and style while celebrating the sun. For more information visit: www.ray-ban.com/sun-day To apply for tickets visit: bit.ly/Ray-Ban-Sun-Day Address: Location: The Rooftop at the Standard, London Photography courtesy of Ray-Ban #rayban #thestandardhotel

Algbra’s Social impact foundation, Algbra X, pledges to make an impact through their Chai Mama sessions, an empowering series of events designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and tools needed to achieve financial success. Launching on Tuesday 4th July from 6pm-8pm at CAYA Club in Brixton, the event series is set to have a positive impact in the UK by creating innovative spaces, supporting grassroots initiatives, and inspiring engagement in overlooked communities. Kicking off with “Maximising Your Money”, which delves into essential topics such as maximising tax relief in SIPPs and ISAs, Chai Mama will be offering a comfortable, judgment-free zone where participants can openly discuss their financial concerns and aspirations. With subsequent sessions in August and September, attendees will be offered a space to share and learn in a comfortable and supportive environment. Registration for the event is now open, and interested individuals can secure their spot by visiting https://algbrax.org/chai-mama Session 1: “Maximizing Your Money” Date: 4th July 2023 Time: 6-8pm Address: CAYA Club, Brixton, 344 Coldharbour Lane, London, SW9 8QH Written by Jordan Crowley Photography courtesy of Chai Mama #ChaiMama

In association with leading live comedy production company Berk’s Nest, London’s iconic venue, The Roundhouse, has announced its first-ever Roundhouse Comedy Festival. Taking place in Camden from 5th – 23rd August 2023, the event will welcome some of the biggest names in comedy to the incredible performance space. Headliners include the likes of Katherine Ryan and James Acaster, with trailblazers like Nish Kumar, Ed Gamble and Suzi Ruffell also joining the stage, to name just a few. With more acts set to be announced in the coming months, this is sure to be London’s most exciting new comedy festival, showcasing the biggest stars and unmissable new comedy talent. Address: Chalk Farm Rd, Chalk Farm, London, NW1 8EH For more information visit www.roundhouse.org.uk Written by Jordan Crowley Photography courtesy of Roundhouse #comedy #roundhouse

The UK’s biggest Japanese food and culture festival, Hyper Japan, is returning to Olympia London this July. Showcasing the best of Japan’s incredible food, art and culture, the event will see over 300 different exhibitors setting up shop in the Hammersmith Hub. Running from Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd July, this is the thirteenth year that the event has taken place. The weekend offers visitors the chance to experience authentic Japanese cuisine, world-renowned sake, iconic anime and manga and Japanese electronic music, all under one roof. On top of everything to see, there is a diverse variety of workshops to attend, including Japanese Tea Ceremony, Origami Workshops, Japanese Cocktail Making and even a Manga Workshop. Tickets to HYPER JAPAN are available online now from only £17.50, to book your ticket visit – https://hyperjapan.co.uk/festival Address: Olympia London, Hammersmith Road, London, W14 8UX Written by Jordan Crowley Photo courtesy of Hyper Japan #hammersmith #hyperjapan #olymialondon

The free music festival King’s Cross Summer Sounds is back this August, running from 9th – 20th August, the 12-day event will bring some of the world’s finest folk, jazz, classical and experimental musicians to London. Black Voices, a Birmingham-based quintet, will headline the event on the opening night with their show ‘The Sound of Black Britain’, accompanied by a live band, and they’ll take audiences through a musical journey of the icons of Black Britain, performing hit songs by the sounds of Craig David, Mic Paris, Loose Ends, and more! Other festival highlights include the Queer Britain takeover on 15th August, showcasing some of the best local LGBTQIA+ talent with performances by artists from the English National Opera on Saturday 19th August, an evening of Jazz by the world-famous Joe Stilgoe on 17th August, and the future of folk music performed by National Youth Folk Ensemble on Sunday 13 August. Live music will be on every evening from 6.30pm to 8.30pm and from 1pm to 6pm on ‘Family Sundays’ – the perfect place to spend time with family and friends! Where: Coal Drops Yard, Stable St, London, N1C 4DQ For more information, visit: www.kingscross.co.uk Written by Lenny Wright Photography by John Sturrock #CoalDropsYard #kingscross

Head down to Carnaby Street this September to visit Kris Andrew Small’s amazing eye-popping wraparound artwork shop and a gallery with a whole host of events including the artist himself live painting, a panel talk, workshops, curated clothing and screen prints for sale. The artist and designer has transformed 57 Carnaby Street into his new installation encouraging visitors to “Be Human” and experience life in colour and positivity. You’ll be able to get involved with screen printing, hear more from Kris and his co-collaborators, and buy exclusive items from artists Annu Kilpeläinen, Hattie Stewart, YONK and Kelly Anna. On 2nd and 23rd September you can get a custom tote bag printed courtesy of People of Print, pick any “Be Human” design by Kris and get your creative juices flowing. Talks more your thing? On 6th September from 7:00pm – 8:30pm there’s a panel discussion with  Kris Andrew Small x Gay Times x Queer about Art as Queer Activism. The panel will discuss important figures in the Queer art world and where it’s heading today. The following evening Kris will be hand painting live with his iconic LDN print curated for the event live in the pop up. This is all part of “Carnaby in Colour”, a summer of activations, shopping and dining promotions with colourful art installations around the streets created with the recycling brand, Are You Mad. Address: 57 Carnaby Street, London, W1F 9QF Dates: 29th August – 27th September Opening hours: 11am – 7pm Mon-Sat and 12pm-6pm Sunday Workshops run throughout September, for more info. visit www.carnaby.co.uk/templates/news-event-template/-be-human-immersive-pop-up-with-artist-kris-andrew-small Written by Claire Selby Image courtesy of Kris Andrew Small and Carnaby Street #CarnabyinColour #carnabystreet

An all-day riverside festival is coming to Royal Wharf on Saturday 16th September, offering a day packed full of food, drink music, activities and entertainment. Celebrating one of London’s most thriving family communities, the Royal Wharf Summer Fete promises to offer fun and games for all ages. Running from 10am – 6pm on Saturday 16th September, guests can expect to enjoy food and drink stalls, a mini animal farm, live music, fitness classes, family entertainment, theatre performers from local East London artists, and an art and craft market. Tickets are absolutely free, but certain activities might have a fee. Royal Wharf Summer fete highlights include: ·         HIIT in Thames Barrier Park with One Element Docklands fitness group ·         Yoga in Royal Wharf Park Gardens ·         A miniature pop-up farm from local community charity Mudchute, featuring bunnies, chickens and more ·         Children’s Entertainment with Sharky and George ·         Family Classes with local soft play and learning providers Macaroni Penguin ·         Live music and DJ sets and entertainment ·         A selection of international food stalls, including Calamari Kitchen, Chick’n Sours, and pizza from 450 Degrees ·         A marketplace featuring jewellery, candles, clothing, sweet treats, plus face painting and more. Tickets are free and can be booked via www.eventbrite.co.uk Times: Saturday 16th September, 10:00am to 6:00pm Address: Royal Wharf Park, 8 Schooner Road London, E16 2RN Written by Jordan Crowley Photo courtesy of Royal Wharf #royalwharf

Marylebone Village presents: Meet Me in Marylebone a day of shopping, dining and creative activities, taking place on Saturday 30th September. Shops and restaurants will be offering special promotions, one-off menus and much more, to give you the ultimate fun day out. Creative workshops include: Three candle painting workshops, where you will be taught how to paint your own beautifully unique tapered dinner candles – perfect for a party tablescape or gift. Calligraphy workshops where you will learn the different stroke techniques. Seasonal wreath workshop and floral artworks with floral artist Lucie Gordon’s. Special offers on the day include: Consigned Sealed Delivered (CSD) – are offering 20% off, as well as complimentary fizz and small bites. Dinny Hall – are offering 20% off along with a free glass of Nyetimber. KOIBIRD – are offering 15% off and a free gift with a purchase over £200. Mud Australia – are offering 10% and a beautifully illustrated map of the Marylebone Village, detailing Mud Australia’s favourite spots to hang out with every purchase. For the fitness fanatics and yogis bring your gym wear and join THIRD SPACE for a free outdoor workout, Vinyasa Yoga, Formula 3 and Hatha Yoga class. Gather some friends or bring the family and enjoy a day of shopping, dining alfresco, discounts, creative activities and much more! For a full list of what’s happening on the day visit www.marylebonevillage.com #marylebone #marylebonevillage

Toblerone has branched out from its iconic pyramid shape and jumped ship to an exciting brand-new diamond shape. Fans will be able to indulge in a smooth, velvety truffle centre with crunchy bits of nougat and almond. To celebrate the launch of the ‘Toblerone Truffles’ Toblerone is offering the public the chance to take its brand-new diamond chocolate ‘Truffles’ from behind a secure vault in a faux-jewellery store in Piccadilly Circus. Paying homage to the precious diamond shape of the new chocolate and drawing inspiration from the high-stake jewellery heist of Hatton Garden. Crack the code to the vault and get your hands on the gold wrapped diamond truffles! Open from Thursday 28th – Saturday 30th September 2023, from 10am – 6pm with entry on a first-come-first-served basis. Address:189 Piccadilly, London, W1J 9ES Photo courtesy of Toblerone #Toblerone

Opening for the first time in the UK and exclusive to Westfield Stratford City, you can take a journey to a virtual ancient world, the land of the Pharaohs, where you will enjoy a spectacular VR journey to the Horizon of Khufu, Egypt. This exciting and unique exhibition unravels spaces in magical ancient Egypt, previously closed to the public. You will be able to discover the Great Pyramid of Giza, and you’ll be transported 4,500 years back in time to attend the funeral of King Khufu. It’s going to be entertaining, emotional, and educational, so gather up some friends or bring the family and enjoy this special journey together, opening on 7th October. Tickets from £39.00, and can be purchased by visiting www.horizonofkhufu.com Address: 157 Montfichet Rd, London, E20 1EJ Written by Faiza Arbouche Photo courtesy of Horizon of Khufu #egypt #HorizonofKhufu #westfieldstratford