September is London is full of cool collabs. from PAUL’s partnership with Raymond Blanc to Rack City Ribs at The Stratford, there’s also a NEW Vagabond Wines at Canary Wharf and a gorgeous new Afternoon Tea for book lovers at Hotel Café Royal. This is The Luxe List London – September.

Rack City Ribs Residency at The Stratford

Bringing its signature blend of Southern American barbecue and Caribbean flavours to East London, Rack City Ribs’ pop-up will be available at E20 Kitchen at The Stratford from September 1st. Running for 3 months, East London residents will get to enjoy 20% off until September 8th. At the heart of the residency are two standout dishes – Crispy Jerk Pork Ribs and Jerk Sliced Beef Short Ribs, both served with fries or hash browns and Asian slaw, but there’s plenty to tickle the tastebuds! You can check out more details here.

New Agave Menu at The Perception Bar at W London

The Perception Bar at W London in Soho has launched a new agave-focused menu for September. Alongside twists on familiar cocktails, including the floral Lavender Affair and spicy Soho Heatwave, there are guided Discovery Flights, small-batch house infusions and agave spirits produced everywhere from England and Australia to South Africa and India. A new South American food menu includes slow-cooked birria beef tacos, Baja fish tacos and Cornish crab tostadas – try reading that without salivating!

Literary Afternoon Tea at Hotel Café Royal

Tea and a good book – what could be better?! Launching on 8th September to coincide with International Literacy Day, Hotel Café Royal is serving up a new chapter with London’s Most Literary Afternoon Tea. Inspired by former guests Oscar Wilde, Virginia Woolf and John le Carré, the experience will transform iconic novels into imaginative pâtisserie and savouries, from Dorian’s Gilded Mirror to Mrs Dalloway’s Hat. Served in the historic Café Royal Grill, the literary feast costs £85 per person or £95 with a glass of champagne. You can book here.

Raf’s x Saison at Raffles

One of New York’s hottest tables is heading to London Fashion Week. On 18th and 19th September, Raf’s will take over Saison by Mauro Colagreco at Raffles London at The OWO for an exclusive two-night residency. Expect a collaborative, globally inspired menu featuring Mortadella Arancini, Black Truffle Tostadas, Lobster Bolognese and more – a seriously stylish way to dine during fashion week. Tickets for this one are bound to go fast – make your reservation here.

Classic Boat Festival

St Katharine Docks is making waves this September (12th and 13th) as its Classic Boat Festival returns bigger than ever, with more than 70 historic vessels taking over London’s only marina. Expect everything from Dunkirk Little Ships and WWII classics to sailing barges and beautifully restored narrowboats. Highlights include the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee barge Gloriana, Sir Alec Rose’s Lively Lady and Tom Cunliffe, who will be holding court on Sunday. You can book tickets here.

Fiesta at Novikov

See out the summer with a little Latin flair at Novikov Lounge Bar. From 9pm on Thursday 17th September, the space will be transformed with live Latino music, fiesta-inspired décor, Mexican-style bites and plenty of tequila-based cocktails. Expect tacos, guacamole and margaritas including the Tropical Margarita and Caliente. Entry is free with no booking required, while those reserving a table will receive a complimentary cocktail created especially for the occasion. More details here.

NEW opening – Vagabond, Canary Wharf

Vagabond Wines has landed in Canary Wharf with a 6,000 sq. ft waterside wine bar serving more than 120 wines by the glass, including bottles made just 1,300 metres away at its Urban Winery in Canada Water. Expect self-pour tasting machines, modern European sharing plates and a heated terrace overlooking Wood Wharf. It’s the perfect spot for after-work drinks, leisurely lunches or working your way through a tasting flight.

New Sunday Brunch – CIELO at Los Mochis

This September, Los Mochis London City launches CIELO, a vibrant new Sunday brunch inspired by the glamour of Saint-Tropez, Monaco and Mykonos. From £90 per person, expect live sushi and ceviche stations, caviar, robata and a dulce de leche fountain with churros, alongside live music and rooftop energy. Adding a fashion-forward twist, weekly Trunk Shows will showcase rotating luxury brands across fashion, jewellery, beauty and leather goods.

PAUL x Raymond Blanc

French food gets a very British lunch-hour makeover as PAUL teams up with Michelin legend Raymond Blanc OBE for two new autumn sandwiches. Launching on 15th September, the limited-edition duo includes Le Boeuf Blanc with roast beef, celeriac remoulade and truffle oil (£8.95), and vegetarian Le Brie Blanc with caramelised onions, chicory, walnuts and truffle oil (£8). Available until 15 November at selected PAUL stores across London, Oxford and Reading, they’re a deliciously French excuse to upgrade your desk lunch.

 

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