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…
The Best New Hotels Opening in 2022
Hotels
The world’s best hotel brands are expanding even further over the next year with some stunning new hotels to experience….
The Best New Restaurants in London – 2021
New Openings
It has been a challenging year for hospitality, to say the least, but it didn’t stop new restaurants from opening…
New Restaurant Openings and News – November 2021
New Openings
Bob Bob Ricard relaunches in The City, the Ferragamo family’s Il Borro opens in Mayfair, Hawksmoor opens in Covent Garden…
New Restaurant Openings and News – Summer 2021
Bars & Clubs
A lot has happened on the London restaurant scene over the summer – despite staff shortages and supply issues, the…
The Best Hotels in Portugal
Uncategorized
The rugged coastline of the Algarve is one of Europe’s best holiday destinations but Portugal offers far more than just…
The UK Michelin Guide 2021
Restaurants
The results of the UK Michelin Guide 2020 were announced on Monday 25 January 2021. Whatever your thoughts on the…
The Best London Restaurants Offering Home Delivery
Restaurants
Many restaurants have turned to offering takeaways and home delivery for people who would prefer to have restaurant quality food…
The Best Outdoor Restaurants in London
Handpicked
When the sun is shining and the weather is heating up, there are few better places to be than London….
Masseria Trapana Hotel Review – Puglia, Italy
Hotels
A review of the serene and utterly gorgeous Masseria Trapana, located among the olive groves and lemon trees in Puglia,…
The Best Wine Shops in London
Handpicked
Read our guide to our favourite wine shops and wine merchants in London, which has been updated to include information…
