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When in Rome, drink beer

By Phil Hawkins

London Beer Week, now in its fourth year, is returning to the capital on Monday, with a huge array of activities to celebrate a city of great drinking. The annual festival of all things beer, lager, ale and cider sees some of London’s top brewers and beer enthusiasts come together to enjoy a host of […]

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Track Days with Aston Martin

By Alex Noble

When it comes to bucket lists, many of us often have similar kind of listings…Fly through the Grand Canyon, attend the World Cup Final, own at least one bespoke suit from Savile Row, Climb Mount Everest and well, I imagine many of you reading would love to drive an Aston Martin at some point in […]

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Pufferfish Restaurant @ Mahiki Kensington Review

By Alex Noble

Chaps, what’s a guy to do when he wants to go out for a good old blowout on a Thursday or Friday evening? I’m not talking about drinking beer til you drop or going through two bottles of whisky, meaning you’re unable to pronounce your own name. No, I mean epic food, cocktails that set […]

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A Day in Dubai

By Matt Denney

One of the most visited destinations in the world, Dubai is a city that caters for all tastes. Here at the Dapper Chapper we’ll dip your toe into the warm waters of the Gulf and take you through three of our top recommendations for where to go on your Middle Eastern adventure. Dubai Spray Yacht […]

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Dinner in Dubai? Why Marina Social is well worth a visit

By Matt Denney

High above the super-yachts and boardwalk bright lights, sits Marina Social, a trendy and relaxed restaurant in the heart of the Dubai marina. Located within the Intercontinental Hotel, Marina Social is a favourite for expats of all ages. Entering the restaurant it’s not hard to see why. Achieving that perfect balance of quality and comfort, […]

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Long Arm Pub & Brewery

By Michelle Connolly

Long Arm Pub & Brewery 20-26 Worship Street EC2A 2DX London We’re all for as short a distance as possible from farm to plate, but how about your drinks? The Long Arm Pub & Brewery has managed to shorten that process right from tank to glass – no preservatives, no pasteurisation, no chemicals no kegs. […]

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St James London – Pop-up shops

By Rashpal Amrit

St James London welcomes three emerging contemporary brands this Autumn in the form of pop-ups. MR PORTER, Norweigian Rain with Y & Son’s and Grenson all have created some unique experiences enhancing the brands reputations. MR PORTER This month MR PORTER, the award winning online destination has created a Kingsman shop to celebrate the release […]

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The Greek Larder – Restaurant and online store

By Rashpal Amrit

Ever wanted to try authentic Greek foods and wines curated by experts? The Greek larder is your answer, Theodore Kyriakou who set-up The Real Greek and Livebait continues his winning formula with another great idea. Its Greek food for Grecian connoisseurs, combining meticulously sourced ingredients with London’s only Greek Trattoria (traditional Greek restaurant). The food […]

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VENCHI ICE CREAM, COVENT GARDEN REVIEW

By Joe Burns

Venchi, 18, Henrietta St, London WC2E 8RB A couple of weeks ago Adam and I were invited to sample the chocolate and gelato on offer at Venchi, Covent Garden. I’m sure you’ll understand it was a struggle to pluck up the motivation to eat lots of handmade luxury chocolate! In a somewhat amateur move, we […]

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An Evening at The Rubens at The Palace

By Rikesh Chauhan

The Rubens at the Palace is a family run institution that has left avid travellers in awe ever since its beginnings in 1912. Overlooking the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace, the hotel is one of marvel – from the rich tapestries and décor to the quality of service and hospitality. We were welcomed into the […]

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The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride

By Michelle Connolly

Are you married to your motorbike? Resound with your ride? Succumb to your scrambler? On Sunday September 24th, one of the largest vintage bike rides in the world will be taking place across over 600 cities in 95 countries worldwide, and in the name of Movember we’re inviting you to take part. More than 70,000 […]

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Hemsley + Hemsley Cafe, Selfridges Review

By Joe Burns

If like me, you’ve over indulged a few too many times over this summer, you may just appreciate a healthy kick-start to a better you. We all know that eating right can pave the way for a focused, happy and confident life, so it’s no wonder that the Hemsley sisters have built a huge following […]

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Anzu at St James Market

By Rashpal Amrit

1 Norris Street, SW1Y 4RJ Monday to Saturday 12pm until 10.30pm, Sunday 12 until 9pm. www.anzulondon.co.uk Anzu brings Teishoku concept in a Japanese Brasseie setting to central London. Opened in mid-October St James St, this is not your ordinary Japanese restaurant. So what is Teishoku? It’s an authentic dish comprising of a main – such […]

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Veneta St James’s Restaurant Review

By Joe Burns

At the beginning of the month, Adam and I visited Veneta at the newly redeveloped and exciting space of St. James’s Market, nestled between Regent Street and Haymarket. The restaurant itself is positioned on a corner, facing the courtyard area that sees many people coming and going, so there’s a buzz of activity and a […]