It took six French polishers eight weeks to revive the woodwork in this next-generation Mayfair boozer from Hauser & Wirth owners Artfarm. It’s part pub, part contemporary gallery, and the ceiling, painted a kaleidoscopic patchwork, offsets all the dark panelling. There are craft beers on tap – and on the wall, the latter in a work by Canadian artist Rodney Graham. A pioneer of the new breed of British publicans putting a spotlight on the bits that work and giving everything else a good scrub.

Scott's is a London classic we'll never forgo. This cushy, old-fashioned spot is by far and away one of our favourite fish restaurant in London. Order the sole and book well in advance.

Farm Shop in Mayfair transports you to that South West England countryside. Transported direct from the Somerset farm is the Pinot Noir and 2023 vintage Chardonnay from the Roman vine terrace, honey straight from the hives and plants and fungi foraged that week made into small-batch pickles, preserves and chutneys. Fill your baskets, for all of the goods on Farm Shop's shelves look utterly delectable. 

It should come as no surprise that one of the most wonderful hotels in London also has one of the most incredible spas in town. Call in sick to work, book in for a few treatments and settle in for the duration. It’s the ideal place to find your Zen.