Sonya Barber
Contributor
Author of 'East London: an Opinionated Guide' by Hoxton Mini Press and general woman about town.
The 15 best restaurants open for Christmas dinner in London
These are London's finest spots for a special Christmas dinner
Inspiration
35 date ideas in London
From the classic to the quirky, don't disappoint with our guide to the best date ideas in London
Eating & Drinking
The 16 best live music bars in London
These are some of our favourite bars to kick back with a drink and live music in London
20 best pubs in London for food
These are the London pubs serving the tastiest food, from Highgate Village to Putney Heath.
Eating & Drinking
Things to do in Hackney Central: a local's guide
An insider guide to this lesser-visited corner of East London
Eating & Drinking
36 best birthday ideas in London
Whether you want a special supper or a cultural adventure, here are 36 birthday ideas in London to make sure this one is the most memorable yet.
Style & Culture
The best shops for flower delivery in London
Brighten someone’s day with a bunch – straight to their doorstep, if you like
The best affordable spas in London
The loveliest places to go for a soothing escape (that are affordable)
Restaurants
The best restaurants in Borough
These are the best places to eat in and around London's beloved Borough Market
Eating & Drinking
The cheapest, nicest restaurants in London
The tables to book that won't break the bank
Market Street Hotel, Edinburgh
Right in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre, Market Street Hotel combines all the style of Scandi minimalism with a Scottish twist
Eating & Drinking
The best Chinese restaurants in London
London’s Chinese restaurant scene is diverse, ranging from Michelin-starred dishes and regional specialists to budget-friendly street food stands. Here are the best of the best
Eating & Drinking
Where to watch the Euros 2024 in London
From outdoor sunny spaces to a smart pub in Notting Hill, these are the best places in the capital that are showing the Euros 2024 in London
Forget small plates with mates – the London restaurants where sharing is discouraged
These are the restaurants we seek out when we're craving our own feast
Eating & Drinking
The best dumplings in London
Where to find the best dumplings in the capital, from the soup variety in Covent Garden to the best cheap and cheerful spots to try in Chinatown
11 of the best things to do in London that don't involve driking
Tea sipping, wildlife adventures and cultural events that are the talk of the town – these are the best ways to get out and about in London without drinking
The best tapas restaurants in London
These are the best spots in the city to get a taste of the sunshine – whatever the British weather has in store…
Destinations
The 17 best secret gardens in London
From churches to botanical gardens, and everywhere in between. Here are the best secret gardens in London
Eating & Drinking
19 things to do in London at night
Our favourite things to do when the sun sets on the capital