Clare Smyth is the chef that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle chose to cater their wedding; she also cooked for David Beckham's 50th. More importantly, she is the only female chef in the UK to hold three Michelin stars, for her restaurant Core. The sustainably minded seasonal menu might include Isle of Harris scallops, Sharpham Park spelt and Rhug Estate venison – served with a vinegar spritz or fermented crisp flourish. An all-out tasting menu experience.

It’s hard to miss the bright blue exterior of Lovers Lane on Portobello Road. Run by Kimberley Green, a long-time vintage hobbyist, and her daughters Georgia and Charlotte Cohu, the boutique specialises in rare archival fashion looks from designers such as John Galliano, Tom Ford and Roberto Cavalli. Visit for a chance to find Prada pumps and Chanel blouses – and if you’re lucky, get the sisters’ clever styling advice too.

Leave it to Londoners to take health and beauty to the next level and turn them into a member’s club. Hey, we’re not judging. We love it! Cloud Twelve is a serene, indulgent wellness & lifestyle club that’s dedicated to escapism, relaxation and holistic living. Non-members can still book treatments, but these fill up fast. So, be quick! And secure yours now. 

One of London’s oldest cinemas, the Electric has survived two world wars, a bombing and a fire. It was also saved from being turned into a bingo hall in the 1980s following an outpouring of local support. These days, it’s been beautifully restored by the Soho House group. Standard seating is made up of leather armchairs with footstools, and in the front row there are double day beds where film fans can cosy up under cashmere blankets. The most extravagant cinema experience in town.