Picturehouse's Pop-up Cinema at John Lewis' Roof Garden in Oxford Street

This August Picturehouse is popping up on the roof garden at John Lewis in Oxford Street (entrance in Old Cavendish Street), for three weeks of films like Casablanca, Grease, Top Gun, ET, and The Graduate.  £12 gets you in, and you can buy food from their food hall, or pre-order food here from Rossopomodoro (pizza) or Holy Burger.  Plus there will be a bar - sounds great!

"Summer nights of classic films at John Lewis Oxford Street’s unique roof garden.
As part of John Lewis’s 150th anniversary celebrations, Picturehouse brings you four weekends of film screenings set against the London skyline in John Lewis Oxford Street’s recently transformed roof garden.
Get into the spirit of summer with beautifully Swedish Rekorderlig cider.
Relax and enjoy these specially chosen cinema classics in the glorious setting of this unique central London space, a mix of traditional and contemporary garden design.
Doors open at 7.00 and the screenings start at dusk. Why not bring a picnic for the event, or get some goodies from the John Lewis Food Hall? You can also pre-order a selection of pizzas from Rossopomodoro or a delicious burger and chips from ham holy burger.
There will also be a fully licensed (cash-only) bar serving alcoholic and soft drinks, including Rekorderlig ciders and Saint Premium Light Lager.
Remember you are outdoors, so bring wet weather gear or a blanket if the weather turns cool!"
The programme
Fri 8 Aug, 8.45/dusk
CASABLANCA (U) 102 mins.
Sat 9 Aug, 8.45/dusk
LABYRINTH (U) 101 mins.
Sun 10 Aug, 8.45/dusk
GREASE (PG) 111 mins.
Thu 14 Aug, 8.45/dusk
UNDER THE SKIN (15) 106 mins.
Fri 15 Aug, 8.45/dusk
TOP GUN (12A) 110 mins.
Sat 16 Aug, 8.45/dusk
THE BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL (12A) 124 mins (Film TBC).
Sun 17 Aug, 8.45/dusk
E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL (U) 114 mins.
Fri 22 Aug, 8.30/dusk
FERRIS BUELLER’S DAY OFF (12A) 103 mins.
Sat 23 Aug, 8.30/dusk
THE BIG LEBOWSKI (18) 117 mins.
Sun 24 Aug, 8.30/dusk
THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL (15) 100 mins (Film TBC).
Mon 25 Aug, 8.30/dusk
SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN (U) 103 mins.
Thu 28 Aug, 8.15/dusk
BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY’S (PG) 114 mins.
Fri 29 Aug, 8.15/dusk
THE GREAT GATSBY (12A) 143 mins.
Sat 30 Aug, 8.15/dusk
THE GRADUATE (15) 105 mins.

When - Fri 8th - Sat 30th August 2014, with films starting at dusk (8.45pm-ish)

Where - John Lewis,  4 Old Cavendish Street entrance, W1G 0NE

Tickets - £12 from Picturehouses here
 (£12 full price, £10 Picturehouse Members, £11 concessions)
Entry is strictly on presentation of a ticket, at the 4 Old Cavendish Street entrance only.

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Link 1 - Booking page
Link 2 - Food pre-ordering page
Link 3 - John Lewis


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'On the Roof with Q' Restaurant at Selfridges

This Summer Selfridges has opened a rooftop dining area, starting with Restaurant On The Roof With Q - above its store at 400 Oxford Street.  Go for anything from Breakfast to Lunch to  Afternoon Tea to Dinner.  Booking recommended for busy times like weekends.

Update - it's now been extended to 11th October 2014

"This summer, Selfridges has launched an exciting new rooftop concept that raises the stakes of rooftop experiences. ‘On The Roof with...’ will be a series of experiences that promise to surprise, amaze and amuse customers to Selfridges, every year.
Renowned restaurateur, Des McDonald, kicked off the project with On The Roof with Q and over 18 weeks will transport customers high above the streets of London, to a restaurant with lush herbaceous borders and dense foliage for a unique outdoor dining and drinking experience. The opening hours have now been extended to 11pm* making this secret rooftop garden the perfect after work venue.
Designed by Alexander Waterworth Interiors, the main inspiration for the venue is taken from grand Victorian greenhouses and combined with a more contemporary setting. Tables and relaxed seating are tucked away amongst lush herbaceous borders and dense foliage to create a fun and laidback atmosphere. Affording some of the best views over London’s iconic skyline, diners are protected from any sudden downpours by a retractable roof.
On the Roof with Q is set to be the al fresco-dining destination of the summer, the ideal venue to kick off the BBQ season and enjoy the sunshine in the heart of central London. It is open for late breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner seven days a week. The opening hours have now been extended to 11pm on Wednesday to Saturday, making it the perfect late night dinner and drinks destination. The kitchen is overseen by Lee Bull, Executive Chef of Des McDonald Restaurants, with Chris Dargavel, former Sous Chef of Le Caprice, as Head Chef. 
Head Pastry Chef is Siobhan Ambrose, formerly of Scott’s.
The all-day menu offers the highest quality seasonal produce smoked, grilled and from a raw counter to discerning Londoners. Succulent meat dishes cooked over a charcoal grill (inspired by the newly opened Q Grill in Camden) feature alongside a lighter and healthier range of dishes to reflect the summer months."

When - Open until 11th October
Open daily from 11am – 11:00pm, (Mon and Tues close at 9pm, Sun at 6pm)

Where - Selfridges Rooftop, 400 Oxford Street, W1A 1AB
Entrance: Express lift on G in the Fragrance Hall on G

Booking - Best for busy times and weekend - here

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Link 3 - Glamour article

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The Power of Summer Pop-up Cinema at Battersea Power Station, with food from Street Feast

This summer, from 10th July to 31st August, Everyman Cinema is holding outdoor screenings at the Battersea Power Station site, SW8, with food from Street Feast.  Entry is £16.50 for the films (inc Bill & Ted, The Jungle Book, Blues Brothers, Drive and lots more), or just £5.50 for general entry which will get you access to the food traders.  See a fill list of films here

"This summer, Battersea Power Station and Everyman, in association with Heineken, bring you a pop up experience like no other.
Featuring Street Feast, London’s finest food, drink and party people, who will be bringing some of the best food traders from across London, including Le Bun, Spit & Roast, Popdogs, Mama’s Jerk and Anna Maes. The choice on offer will be unrivalled as well as a partially covered bar area including a Prosecco & Oyster Bar.
There will of course be lots going on, including the best films and the FIFA World Cup Final (free for Escape to Victory ticket holders) as well as the inimitable buzz of Everyman and Street Feast, all beneath the iconic towers of the Power Station.
Choose from bespoke two or four person pods with waiter service included, or our comfortable bean bags under the sun, or simply soak up the atmosphere with general admission tickets available each day. 
The park is open from 12pm daily and general admission is free before 5.30pm on weekdays. Visitors are encouraged to come down as early as they wish to make full use of the event space and experience."

When - 10th July - 31st August, open from 12 noon daily.  Films generally start at 6pm and 8.30pm

Where - Battersea Power Station, 188 Kirtling St, London SW8 5BN

Tickets - £5.50 for Street Feast, or £16.50 for films, from Ticketmaster here

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Frank's Cafe Rooftop Pop-up in Peckham 2014

Update - Open for 2016 from Thursday 19th May 2016

It must be summer - Frank's Cafe & Campari Bar is re-opening in Peckham!  Now part of a tradition, the structure built on top of the multi storey car park provides both excellent food, drink and views.  It's open from Friday 6th June (last year it didn't open until 30th June), and will run from Tuesday - Sunday until September.  Head chef this year is Amir Pem, a Peckham local with lots of experience in kitchens around the world.  

"Head chef Amir Pem is leading the kitchen team at franks this year. Amir has 15 years of culinary experience in high end kitchens around the globe, and is a Peckham local having grown up in the neighbourhood.
PLEASE NOTE WE WILL BE TAKING RESTAURANT BOOKINGS FOR GROUPS OVER 8 PEOPLE OR MORE (MAXIMUM 16 PEOPLE)"

When - 6th June - 30th September
Weekdays - 5pm - 11pm
Sat & Sun - 11am - 11pm

Reservations (diners only) Tuesday-Friday

Saturday and Sunday Walk In Policy Only

Where - 10th Floor, Peckham Multi-Storey Carpark 95A Rye Lane, London SE15 4ST

"The Car Park is a well sign-posted 3 minute walk from Peckham Rye station.
Turn left down Rye Lane, and shortly turn right at the Abbey National building society, at which point you'll see the Multiplex cinema facing you. Take the yellow lift to the right of the cinema entrance to Level 6. Follow signs to Level 10. 
The drive-in entrance to the Car Park is on Cerise Road (SE15 5HQ). Parking is available on Level 6."

Bookings can be made by contacting us at:
bookings@frankscafe.org.uk
or 07532250604

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Link 1 Frank's Cafe
Link 2 - Sample menu

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RED Market's 2014 Street Food, Music & Cocktails in Old Street

Good news - RED Market has announced its schedule for summer 2014.  It's a street food market in Old Street, that has been running for the last couple of summers, but now in a new venue, at 288-299 Old Street, with lots of food traders, inc VOO DOO RAY's pizzas, and Deshi Roti, featuring the head chef from Tayyabs.  Plus music, cocktails and lots more.  It's going to run from Weds - Sat, from (Thurs) 5th June.

"The re-opening of RED Market, East London’s open-air summer hangout, couldn’t have come at a better time. To mark the fourth year, RED Market have partnered with Background Bars to transform the 20,000 sq. foot car park in the heart of Shoreditch into this summer’s hottest hang-out. 
Focusing on up-cycling and reworking natural materials, RED Market will feature a tiered-level sunshine deck to soak up those summer rays, a central food dining court with six new permanent food shacks, a beach an extended covered area with two customised stretched canopy tents, deck chair seating and three new concept bars courtesy of Background Bars. The after-work al fresco feeling will come alive with help from an impressive DJ set-up hosting a back-to-back live music program including Balearicos by Café Del Mar original Phil Mison. 
The 15m main bar will be producing some all time favourite cocktails like the Pisco Sour, Strawberry Caipirinha, Passion Fruit Mojito and a Scotch and Ginger. If you fancy sharing a pitcher with friends, head to the exclusive Pimms tent. VOO DOO RAY’S, the famous late night American Pizza spot in Dalston will be in residency launching their brand-new street food trailer, serving their legendary 22” pizza fresh from the oven. You can also choose from Broadway Market favourite Butchies’ buttermilk chicken burger; twelve hour Cherrywood smoked pulled pork courtesy of Bare Bones Cue; home cooked jerk from local favourite Love Smile Jerk and fresh Deshi Roti prepared in a tandoor oven by the head chef from Tayyabs. RED Market’s group Table Service returns for parties of twenty people or more. For advanced bookings please contact - info@backgroundbars.com 
Grab your sunglasses, kickback on a sun-lounger and raise a cocktail with your friends as Red Market have pulled out all the stops to bring an exciting oasis to the busy East End. Running every Wednesday to Saturday until the end of August, RED Market invites you to sit back and soak up the atmosphere with a quality cocktail in hand."

When - Weds - Sat from 5th June

Where - Red Market: 288-299 Old Street, London, EC1V 9DP

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Coppa Bar and BBQ's 2014 Rooftop Restaurant in London Fields

It's back!  Coppa, one of the hits of last summer, is back on the Hothouse Rooftop by London Fields, with great Italian food, from the people behind Lardo, in a very chilled out setting (check out the pics of the beach huts on the roof - a very creative way of doing booths).  This year they're open from Thursday - Sunday from 24th May, including for brunch on Saturday and Sunday.  Booking is advised, but quite often you can just rock up.

"From Saturday 24th May at 6pm, COPPA will open again for the summer offering up Italian aperitivi, antipasti and rotiscerria in the trees overlooking London Fields.
This year we have the exciting addition of Thursday evenings and Friday lunch and we are also serving brunch!"

When - Thurs - Sun from Sat 24th May
THURSDAY 6pm - 11pm
FRIDAY 12pm - 11pm
SATURDAY 12pm - 11pm
SUNDAY 12pm - 10pm

Where - Hothouse Rooftop, Access via Martello Street (railway arch end), E8 3QW

Bookings - www.coppalondon.co.uk/ 020 8985 2683/ reservations@coppalondon.co.uk

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The Rooftop Film Club's Summer 2014 Season in Shoreditch, Peckham, Stratford & Ealing

Now booking for 2015 - films start 1st May - full info here

The Rooftop Film Club has announced its Summer 2014 programme of open air screenings, back on the rooftops that gave it its name.  There are two three venues for the summer, The Queen of Hoxton in Shoreditch, The Bussey Building in Peckham, and Roof East in Stratford.  Films are shown on a big screen, and the audience is given wireless headphones for the sound.  It runs until September, and more films will be added - Note that films sell out fast!

"The No.1 outdoor screening blockbuster Rooftop Film Club presented by British Airways returns this summer for another film-filled season of classic, cult and recent releases on two of London's finest rooftops; Queen of Hoxton, Shoreditch and Bussey Building, Peckham Rye from 1st May to 30th September 2014.
Film lovers are able to eat fabulous food, enjoy cold drinks and watch their favourite movies on the big screen as the stars begin to sparkle; this really is an incomparable film experience in the fresh air of a warm summer’s night.
Whether it’s a cult movie with your mates or a rom-com with your other half, the Rooftop Film Club has something for everyone.
Our big screen, high quality wireless headphones and comfy seats mean you can sit back, relax and experience film like never before in these completely unique urban environments.
Last summer saw over 200 sold out screenings, so don't miss your chance to get tickets for the ultimate film experience coming soon to a rooftop near you."

Shoreditch - Queen of Hoxton
1 – 5 Curtain Road, London EC2A 3JX

Times: Doors: 8pm. Screening: Around 9pm

Sun 24th August - Sexy Beast
Mon 25th - Frances Ha
Tues 26th - Clueless

Monday 1st Sept - The Grand Budapest Hotel
Tuesday 2nd Sept - Dirty Dancing
Wednesday 3rd Sept - Withnail and I
Sunday 7th Sept - Stand By Me
Monday 8th Sept - Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Tuesday 9th Sept - Clueless
Wednesday 10th Sept - Empire Records
Sunday 14th Sept - The Intouchables
Monday 15th Sept - The Goonies
Tuesday 16th Sept - Casablanca
Wednesday 17th September - Labyrinth

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Tickets - £13 from Rooftop Film Club here 

Peckham - The Bussey Building
133 Rye Lane, Peckham SE15 4ST


Times: Doors: 6pm. Screening: Around 9pm

Thurs 21st August - City of God
Fri 22nd August - The Blues Brothers
Sat 23rd August - Trainspotting
Tues 26th August - The Notebook
Weds 27th August - NT Skylight
Thurs 28th August - 12 Years A Slave
Fri 29th August - American Hustle
Sat 30th August - Star Trek Into Darkness

Tuesday 2nd September - Clueless
Wednesday 3rd September - Under The Skin
Thursday 4th September - Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Friday 5th Septmber - The Big Lebowski
Saturday 6th Sepember - True Romance
Tuesday 9th September - The Notebook
Wednesday 10th September - Across The Universe
Thursday 11th September - Withnail and I
Friday 12th September - American Psycho
Saturday 13th Sepmeber - City Of God
Tuesday 16th September - When Harry Met Sally
Wednesday 17th September - Pulp Fiction
Thursday 18th September - The Breakfast Club
Friday 19th September - Grease
Saturday 20th September - Top Gun
Tuesday 23rd September - Casablanca
Wednesday 24th September - The Grand Budapest Hotel
Thursday 25th September - Breakfast At Tiffany's
Friday 26th September - Goodfellas
Saturday 27th September - Saturday Night Fever
Tuesday 30th September - Dirty Dancing

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Tickets - £13 from Rooftop Film Club here 

Stratford - Roof East
Level 8, Stratford Multistorey Car Park, Great Eastern Way, Stratford, E15 1XE

Thurs 21st Aug - The Fifth Element
Fri 22nd Aug - Top Gun
Sat 23rd Aug - Jaws
Tues 26th Aug - Bridesmaids
Weds 27th Aug - American History X
Thurs 28th Aug - Cold In July
Fri 29th Aug - The Matrix
Sat 30th Aug - Pulp Fiction

Tuesday 2nd September - The Notebook
Wednesday 3rd September - Amelie
Thursday 4th September - The Goonies
Friday 5th Septmber - Her
Saturday 6th Sepember - Dallas Buyers Club
Tuesday 9th September - Dirty Dancing
Wednesday 10th September - The Breakfast Club
Thursday 11th September - Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Friday 12th September - Pulp Fiction
Saturday 13th Sepmeber - Empire Records
Tuesday 16th September - Pretty Woman
Wednesday 17th September - Trainspotting
Thursday 18th September - Grand Budapest Hotel
Friday 19th September - Top Gun
Saturday 20th September - American Hustle
Tuesday 23rd September - Clueless
Wednesday 24th September - Frozen
Thursday 25th September - American Psycho
Friday 26th September - Grease
Saturday 27th September - True Romance
Tuesday 30th September - Romeo + Juliet

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Tickets - £13 from Rooftop Film Club here

Ealing Broadway - Springbridge Car Park 
Springbridge Car Park, Top Deck, Ealing Broadway W5 2AA

Sun 10th Aug - The Notebook
Tues 13th Aug - Dallas Buyers Club
Weds 14th Aug - Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Thur 15th Aug - The LEGO Movie
Fri 16th Aug - Top Gun
Sat 17th Aug - Romeo + Juliet
Weds 20th Aug - Godzilla
Thurs 21st Aug - Reservoir Dogs
Fri 22nd Aug - Dirty Dancing
Sat 23rd Aug - Cocktail
Sun 24th Aug - Mean Girls
Weds 27th Aug - Her
Thurs 28th Aug - The Beach
Fri 29th Aug - Casablanca
Sat 30th - Run Fatboy Run
(No films in September)

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Summer Evening Dining 2014 at Borough Market with BOB's Lobster & More

Update - BOB now does Burgers too!

From Wednesday 23nd April Borough Market will be providing open air eating (& takeaways) from a group of suppliers including the amazing B.O.B.'s Lobster (Lobster Roll pictured above),  Gyoza’s duck wraps, Northfield Farm's traditional breed steaks, Gastronomica's Italian charcuterie boards, Portena's Argentinian street food, Dulche de Leche's cheesecakes, and Richard Haward's oysters.  No booking, just rock up, on Wednesday - Saturday evenings.

"With warmer weather on its way, we’re excited to announce that our summer pop ups are back, with some new additions this year! From 22 April-27th September, six pop up stalls will be installed below the portico of the picturesque Floral Hall, bringing vibrancy to the space as the market's trading day comes to a close.
With a varied selection available from 7-11pm, our al fresco offering will be perfect for soaking up the atmosphere while relaxing and sharing good food and wine. 
Back by popular demand will be B.O.B.’s Lobster, operating from a customised 1957 VW Campervan.  Mouth-watering lobster rolls, decadent lobster mac n’ cheese, and fresh tuna sashimi tacos will feature on the menu. Or if you fancy more oriental flavours, then check out our L’ailolive, who will be serving up their popular Gyoza’s, aromatic duck wraps and stir fry egg noodles.
Northfield Farm will be on hand offering their 'Best of British' menu, with traditional breed steaks, marinated in red wine and garlic, accompanied by duck fat chips or dripping roast potatoes.  Nom.
Gastronomica, on the other hand, will have a whole host of Italian charcuterie boards and cheeses available. Authentic Argentinian street food will be provided by Portena, as well as their sweet treats including Dulche de Leche cheesecakes. And if all this wasn’t enough Richard Haward will be serving up his famous oysters.  Perfect with a glass of fizz."

When - 23rd April to 27th September, 7pm – 11pm, Wednesday to Saturday

Where - Floral Hall, Borough Market, SE1 9AL

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