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Why I created B-Side London

Viral culture is eroding London's scene — I'm searching for places that reject that blueprint, and the people drawn to them.

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Feb 13, 2026

The Michelin edition

The stars of 2026 are out... Who won? And who was snubbed?

February: things to do in London

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Feb 6, 2026

February: things to do in London

It might be the least pleasant month for London but let's not sell the city short.

Ruth's, Putney: A mouthful of fat and salt — Review

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Jan 23, 2026

Ruth's, Putney: A mouthful of fat and salt — Review

An atmosphere that loses its warmth behind the curtain and a chef that prefers ballpark over precision

Nora, Canary Wharf: Missing authenticity in every regard — Review

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Jan 12, 2026

Nora, Canary Wharf: Missing authenticity in every regard — Review

There's plenty of copy and paste going on, but only on the surface — the atmosphere and flavour is missing from the blueprint.

Newsletter editions

Covering the latest London has to offer, through a B-Side lens.

The Michelin edition

Feb 13, 2026

The Michelin edition

The stars of 2026 are out... Who won? And who was snubbed?

February: things to do in London

Feb 6, 2026

February: things to do in London

It might be the least pleasant month for London but let's not sell the city short.

The beige bakery burnout

Jan 23, 2026

The beige bakery burnout

Will a month of big bakery openers put an end to the mid Gail's pastry?

No-phones rules are the epitome of class

Jan 12, 2026

No-phones rules are the epitome of class

The Mandarin Oriental's latest spot, which pays tribute to NYC live lounges, joins the wave of spots encouraging you to let your hair down.

Tried and tested

Reviews are earned, never bought.

Ruth's, Putney: A mouthful of fat and salt — Review

Jan 23, 2026

Ruth's, Putney: A mouthful of fat and salt — Review

An atmosphere that loses its warmth behind the curtain and a chef that prefers ballpark over precision

Nora, Canary Wharf: Missing authenticity in every regard — Review

Jan 12, 2026

Nora, Canary Wharf: Missing authenticity in every regard — Review

There's plenty of copy and paste going on, but only on the surface — the atmosphere and flavour is missing from the blueprint.

Poon’s at Somerset House, Strand: A legacy reborn at new heights – Review

Nov 26, 2025

Poon’s at Somerset House, Strand: A legacy reborn at new heights – Review

A thoughtful return from Amy Poon – refined Chinese home cooking that’s simple, authentic and elegant.

Crisp at The Marlborough, Mayfair: Great pizza but for God's sake, release that damn booking system – Review

Nov 21, 2025

Crisp at The Marlborough, Mayfair: Great pizza but for God's sake, release that damn booking system – Review

Queue economy and viral culture is ruining our city and what would otherwise be really great spot for pizza.

Monthly editions

Quality over quantity curations.

February: things to do in London

Feb 6, 2026

February: things to do in London

It might be the least pleasant month for London but let's not sell the city short.

January gets a bad rep

Jan 5, 2026

January gets a bad rep

The quietest month of the year, isn't that a good thing? January in London means less crowds and less excuses to get up and try something new.

December

Dec 1, 2025

December

The anti-tourist, crowd-filled guide to a festive month in London this year. Think ice skating, theatre, shopping, baking and decorating — without the nausea.

November

Oct 27, 2025

November

Riverside fireworks, tablescaping workshops, dim-lit jazz nights — our picks for things to do this November in London.

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