Welcome to The Journal
A place to note our travels, share our musings, hot new tips and the most recent must-see, do, go-to places to have caught our imagination; the very best of London and further afield. Welcome to the world of Bon Vivant.
The Best Brunch in London
Handpicked
From fry-ups to baked goods, fantastic coffee, gluten-free options and free-flowing Champagne, read our guide to the brunch in London….
Group Dining - The Best Private Dining Rooms in London
Handpicked
If you’re looking for the best private dining rooms in London, read on for expert tips on where to book…
New Restaurant Openings and News – November 2017
New Openings
The Square in Mayfair re-opens with a new look and chef, Smoking Goat takes its Thai barbecue to Shoreditch, Francesco…
Ella Canta – Mexican Restaurant in Mayfair
Restaurants
Bringing a touch of elegance to London’s Mexican restaurant scene is Mayfair based Ella Canta.
The Lanesborough Club and Spa
Spas
We visit The Lanesborough Club and Spa for a massage at The Lanesborough Hotel in Knightsbridge.
New Restaurant Openings and News – October 2017
New Openings
A new pasta restaurant for Stevie Parle from the Dock Kitchen, Villa Mama’s comes to Chelsea from Bahrain, Rochelle Canteen…
The UK Michelin Guide 2018
Restaurants
The results of the UK Michelin Guide 2018 were announced on Monday 2 October. Whatever your thoughts on the Michelin…
The Best Hotels in Mykonos
Travel
Mykonos is famous for its cosmopolitan atmosphere, its exciting nightlife, the picturesque Cycladic architecture and its beach clubs – perfect…
New Restaurant Openings and News – September 2017
New Openings
Two new Mexican restaurants including the re-opening of Santo Remedio, a sibling for The Palomar and Indian restaurant Hoppers opens…
Jean-Georges at The Connaught
Restaurants
We visit Mayfair’s latest restaurant hotspot: Jean-Georges at The Connaught.
New Restaurant Openings and News – Summer 2017
New Openings
Italian fine dining in West London, modern West African cuisine in Mayfair, A Greek restaurant in Fitzrovia and The Ivy…
Rosa Alpina Hotel and Spa
Hotels
We visit Rosa Alpina Hotel and Spa, a beautiful hotel in the Dolomites, in the South Tyrol area of Italy.
New Restaurant Openings and News – June 2017
New Openings
A GQ pop-up bar at The Rosewood London, a new Japanese restaurant at the Four Seasons at Ten Trinity Square,…