Gwei-Lo's Macao Cooking at The Plough in Homerton, E9

 

Gwei-Lo is taking over the kitchen at The Plough in Homerton on Thurs 6th & Fri 7th July 2023, serving an a la carte menu inspired by the melting pot of Macau, which sits across the Pearl River Delta from Hong Kong.  Gwei Lo is a group of friends who have worked at some of London's best restaurants, including Bao, Brat, and Cafe Murano), and are coming together for this two night pop-up.  There seems to be a real trend for this developing - restaurant staff wanting to try out new ideas, popping up for a short stint (& long may it continue).

"Gwei·Lo are taking over the kitchen @The Plough E9 for two nights only on the 6th and 7th of July. We're excited to be cooking some dishes inspired by the great melting pot of Macau using some of the best UK produce. We're going to be making some cool pickles, dried meat, fried goodies, freshly made dumplings and a lot more...

We curated a playlist with over 10 hours of 90's/early 00's hip-hop that's going to be blasting through the speakers both nights.

Unfortunately we will not be able to cater to any food allergies, vegetarian or vegan diets."

When - Thurs 6th & Fri 7th July 2023

6pm-9.30pm

Where - The Plough, 23-25 Homerton High St, E9 6JP

Booking - via The Plough here 

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Gwei-Lo Ldn on Instagram

The Plough on Instagram  

Ginn Khao x Laam Thai's 3 Day Pop-up at The Plough in Homerton, E9

 

Next Thurs - Sat (22nd-24th June 2023) both Ginn Khao (chef Dow Panyawon), and Laam (bother and sister Nathan Phayu Brown & Patarita Tassanarapan, known as KG) will be popping up together at The Plough in Homerton, E9.  Ginn Khao have popped up at The Plough before, but this is the first time she has brought in her friends to be part of the event.

You can book but there will also be space for walk-ins.  I have not yet managed to try food from either of these pop-ups; see you there!

"To kick off the summer time in a Thai style fashion @laam.thai and @ginnkhao will be partnering up and taking over the kitchen at @theploughe9 on the last weekend of June. We’ll be running full service and bringing together our love for Thai noodles, the menu will be filled with desserts, drinks and snacks that you would normally find at Thai noodle joints. Complete with homemade meat and fish balls in various forms, all the condiments and choice of different noodles to choose from. We also have lots of vegan/vegetarian options!

Drinks will be supplied by The Plough including some Thai thirst quenchers! Super excited to share this menu with you, come join us for our three day stint and sweat it out over a bowl (or two)."

When - Thurs 22nd - Sat 24th June 2023

Thurs & Fri - 7.330pm-10pm

Sat - 12 noon - 10pm 

Where - The Plough, 23-25 Homerton High St, E9 6JP

Booking - Link here

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Ginn Khao on Instagram

Laam on Instagram

Booking link

Kallo Rice Cakes' 3 Day KRC Pop-up in Queensway, W2

Kallo, the rice cake brand, is opening a 3 day pop-up in Queensway, W2 from 28th - 30th August 2019 to show how versatile their products are by using them to create takeaway classics like a Full English breakfast or a classic burger.  Tickets to try these are free, from eventbrite here

"Kallo, the UK’s number one Organic rice cake, is opening its doors to a takeaway experience like no other; KRC. For three days only, the usual takeaway experience will be turned on its head as they serve up delicious dish after dish designed to satisfy your every craving, and change your perceptions of the humble rice cake for good.
From the traditional English fry up, to the classic burger, your takeaway favourites will be on offer morning, noon and night, but like you’ve never seen them before. Why not try the Margherita; Unsalted Rice Cake with melted mozzarella, cherry tomatoes and basil leaves. Or The Halloumi Doner; Lentil cake, topped with sliced aubergine, halloumi, tomato salad and chilli sauce.
Come and see how good for you take out food can be! Could you ever crave healthy food?
Complimentary tickets are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Eat in, or take out!"

When - Weds 28th - Fri 30th August 2019
Wednesday 28th August – 10am to 11.30pm
Thursday 29th August / Friday 30th August – 7.30am to 8pm

Where - KRC by Kallo, 11 Queensway, W2 4QJ

Tickets - Free - Register to attend here

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Link - Tickets page

The Nando's Yard 3 Week Pop-up in Shoreditch

Nando's Yard is a 3 week pop-up from Nando's at 89 1/2 Worship Street (eighty nine and a half Worship Street) in Shoreditch.  It's open from Thursdays to Sundays from 1st - 18th August, and has a number of ticketed events including performances and classes.  Sadly all the food events (inc a special Nando's Brunch) have sold out apart from a supper club by Mar Sham on Friday 9th (tickets here), but - I think - you will also be able to go into the space and order some food (as in a permanent Nando's) at other times. 

(I didn't get the press info for this one, so if you're connected to Nando's or their agency then please get in touch or leave a comment to clarify what food will be serving at other times.  Thanks!)

"Nando’s Yard is set to be the place to chill out this summer. Whether you’re into music, film screenings, gaming or just hanging out with mates, there’s something for everyone. And of course we’ll be serving up the tastiest Nando’s food, including some extra special new menu options, created exclusively for Nando’s Yard."

When - 1st - 18th August 2019
Thurs-Sun only

Where - Nando's Yard, 89 1/2 Worship Street, EC2A 2BF

Events - Book here - The only bookable food event left is the Mam Sham Supper Club on Friday 9th August - Eventbrite link here

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Link - Nando's Yard

Venetian Bar All'Arco's 3 Day Residency at Polpo in Soho

For three days the Venetian bàcaro, All'Arco will be popping up at Polpo in Beak Street, Soho, serving their signature 'Cichèti' snacks and pouring plenty of spritz, bottle-fermented Prosecco and young northern Italian wines.  They will be serving for just three days - Tuesday 30th July to Thursday 1st August - and only from 1pm-7pm (2pm-8pm on the Tuesday) - so be quick if you want to catch this.  I suspect that it will be very popular! 

"From Tuesday 30th July until Thursday 1st August, the world-renowned Venetian bàcaro, ALL’ARCO, will journey to London for a residency at POLPO, Beak Street.
Chef Matteo Pinto, who co-owns and runs the Venetian hole-in-the-wall dining spot along with father Francesco and mother Anna, will recreate their celebrated menu of cichèti by taking over the entire bar area at the front of the Beak Street restaurant. POLPO will be marking its 10th birthday in September this year.
Situated just a stone’s throw from Rialto Market, ALL’ARCO is bàcaro famed for its cichèti and regional wines that served as inspiration to Russell Norman, co-founder of POLPO, in his creation of the eponymous Beak Street restaurant ten years ago.Francesco Pinto took over the century-old bàcaroin 1996 and now shares the tiny kitchen with his son Matteo, who is the fourth generation of the Pinto family to run a restaurant in Venice.
ALL’ARCO’s reputation draws locals, cichèti aficionados and food tourists alike from around the world to its small and humble bar close to the world-famous Rialto Bridge. Named after the crumbling stone arch in the alley outside, ALL’ARCO embodies the distinctive flavours of Venice, serving classics such as:sarde in saor(sweet and sour sardines) and baccalà mantecato(creamed salt cod). It is also famed for its inventive but respectful use of seasonal fish, meat and vegetables, all sourced directly from the morning’s market. And like its Venetian mothership, the Soho pop-up will be pouring plenty of spritz, bottle-fermented Prosecco and young northern Italian wines.
Cichèti (which is the Venetian spelling of cicchetti – a word that derives from the Latin “ciccus” meaning “little” or “nothing”) will be prepared behind the counter directly in front of guests at POLPO, just like they are in Venice, for 6 hours on each day. Matteo will be joined by ALL’ARCO chefs Tommaso dall’Acqua and Lorenzo Bettio, and the three Venetians will be making everything to-order, based entirely on what they have been able to source locally – a truly Venetian philosophy. As Matteo is fond of saying: “I make cichèti by the minute, not by the hour!”"

When - Tuesday 30th July - Thursday 1st August 2019

Tues 30th - 2pm to 8pm

Weds 31st & Thurs 1st - 1pm to 7pm 

Where - Polpo, 41 Beak St, W1F 9SB

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Link - Polpo 

Tacu Tacu's Latin American Pop-up at Brickfields Bar in SE4

Tacu Tacu's Latin American street food comes to Brockley for three days this March as they pop-up at Brickfields Bar in Brockley Road from Tuesday 12th to Thursday 14th, from 6pm to 10pm.  Expect lots of treats like the octopus bun, pulled goat bun, plus desserts and cocktails.

"3-day one off Latin food pop up. Returning back to SE4's Brickfield Bar after our wildly successful Day of the Dead taco party last year. Highlights include the LEGENDARY Peruvian Octopus Burger complete with a Nikkei-inspired squid ink caramel, Mexican pulled goat bun, watermelon tostadas, and a wacky blue cheese ice cream and candied fig dessert. Expect some banging Latin inspired cocktails to wash it all down with."

When - Tuesdays 12th - Thursday 14th March 2019
6pm-10pm

Where - Brickfields Bar, 293 Brockley Rd, London SE4 2SA

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Link 1 - Tacu Tacu on Facebook
Link 2 - Brickfields on Twitter

The Lidl House of Hortus Pop-up Gin Bar in Soho

Lidl is opening a pop-up gin bar in Soho on Friday 26th & Saturday 27th October 2018 (& ten touring to Cardiff and Edinburgh).  Called the Lidl House of Hortus, it will be at 19 Greek Street, Soho.  The London dates are sold out on Eventbrite, but I am assured that there will be (some0 space for walk-ins - and attendees will get to sample gins and liqueurs from Lidl's Hortus range, including Raspberry, Rhubarb & Ginger and Rose & Pomegranate.  It all sounds great, and very Instagram-friendly!!

"Join us on a journey of discovery at the Lidl House of Hortus, a UK-wide pop-up gin club.
A drinking den with a difference, attendees at the exclusive gin club pop-up will receive TWO free-pour serves from Lidl’s exclusive Hortus Gin range or other spirits from the retailer’s award-winning selection.
Guests will be-gin their experience in the Pink Gin Liqueur Lounge, where Hortus Gin Liqueurs including Raspberry, Rhubarb & Ginger and Rose & Pomegranate will be available to sample.
As they move through the experience, visitors will be immersed in a sensory Botanical Garden where they will learn about gin pairings while enjoying a free-pour serve from the signature range including Hortus Artisan Dry Gin; Oriental Spiced Gin; or Citrus Garden Gin.
Finally, attendees will head to the Spirits in the Sky bar, featuring a central circular bar and a starry night sky, to enjoy a drink from Lidl’s broader range and get into the festive spirit.
Visitors to the Lidl House of Hortus will be offered a customised Gin and botanical experience by a dedicated team of Hortus-Culturalists and mixologists.
Of all the gin joints, in all the towns, in all the world…. make sure you walk into this one!"

When - Friday 26th & Saturday 27th October 2018
Fri - 4pm-10pm
Sat - 2pm-10pm

Where - 19 Greek Street, Soho, W1D 4DT

Tickets - It's showing as sold out here, but I am assured by the organisers that there will be room for walk-ins...

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Link - Lidl's House of Hortus Pop-up Gin Club

The Vinery 'Honesty Wine Bar' at The Syrup of Soot in Bloomsbury

Vinery, the Berlin-style 'honesty wine bar' is back for 2018 in a new venue, the Syrup of Soot coffee shop in Bloomsbury, on Friday 20th and Saturday 21st April 2018.  The concept is that you pay for a ticket in advance - £10 - and then pay what you want (but be nice about it) when you leave.  It's a great night - good company, good wines, and lots of fun!

"We're back, better than ever and looking forward to welcoming you to a new space.

For those who haven't been before here's a little bit about Vinery London:

The event was born when three close friends Charlotte, Claudia and Leeston were drinking a bottle of wine on a cosy autumn evening.

We’ve added a new exciting 'Berliner' style take on your classic London wine bar; at Vinery London, you rent a glass and drink some exceptionally tasty wine. Patrons pay what they want at the end, according to what they think the evening was worth and how much they had.

The concept is a big part of the city of Berlin and we feel london needs soemthing similar. You can find us at Syrup of Soot on Museum street a short walk from Tottenham court road and Holborn stations."

When - Friday 20th & Saturday 21st April 2018

8pm - midnight 

Where - Syrup of Soot, 38 Museum St, Bloomsbury, London WC1A 1LP

Tickets - £10 from Eventbrite here

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Link - Tickets page

Nicos Popupalot's 2 Night Lobster Love-in Pop-up at the Albert Arms in SE1

Pop-up pioneer Nicos Popupalot is back with one of his famous lobster feasts, taking place on Thursday 26th and Friday 27th at The Albert Arms in SE1.  Tickets are just £35 a head, and that gets you a set dinner including Nic's legendary shared bucket of lobster, mussels, clams, prawns, and more.  Be prepared to get stuck in, and to get messy! 

"We have invited pop-up restauranteur Nicos Popupalot to bring his magical LOBSTER LOVE-IN to the Albert Arms in Southwark
Nicos’"The Lobster Pot" was in Metro’s top 5 pop-ups. Since then he has hosted the delightfully named "Pie Mash ‘n’ Ravey", " Grub Med" & "Reef and Beef".
Specialising in his passion; seafood; Nicos and his teambring the freshest catch from Billingsgate market, straight to your table.
Set Menu £35.P/P
* AA colchester rock oysters & bubbles on arrival.
*Pan fried scallop, spinach puree, cafe de Paris butter & shallot rings.
*Shared bucket of Canadian Lobster, and native mussels, clams, tiger prawns, crayfish, Devon crab claws, razor clams, all gently cooked in a signature bisque or a Tom Yum broth.
*Gin and Tonic sorbet to finish"

When - Thurs 26th & Fri 27th April 2018
6pm – 11pm

Where - The Albert Arms, 1 Gladstone St, London SE1 6EY

Tickets - £35 from Billetto here

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Link - Tickets page

Pip & Nut's Pancake Pop-up at Whole Foods in Kensington

Pip & Nut, makers of nut butter, are popping up at Whole Foods in High Street Kensington for two days to celebrate Shrove Tuesday.  Taking place on Pancake Day itself, Tuesday 13th, and on Monday 12th February 2018, they will be serving pancakes from 9am - 7pm, with happy hours between 11am and 12 noon, and 4pm & 5pm, where the first 100 pancakes will be given away free.  Go!

"Come and celebrate Pancake Day with Pip & Nut. We're taking over Whole Foods Kensington with a two day pancake pop-up on 12th and 13th February, 9am - 7pm. We'll be whizzing up sweet and savoury options with a whole range of tasty toppings."

When - Monday 12th & Tuesday 13th February 2018
9am - 7pm
HAPPY HOUR: the first 100 pancakes during these times will be FREE (you better be quick!)
11am-12pm
4pm - 5pm

Where - Whole Foods Market, 63-97 Kensington High St, W8 5SE

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Link - Facebook event page

The Cadbury Creme Egg Camp Pop-up 2018 in Old Street

Creme Egg Cookies!

Cadbury is back with another Creme Egg pop-up in London - and this time it's a whole camp site of Creme Egg goodness!  Following on from the Creme Egg Cafe and other pop-ups, on Friday 19th January 2018 the Creme Egg Camp opens at The Last Days of Shoreditch, 228 Old Street (the corner of Old Street and Great Eastern Street.)  £5 gets you in (tickets here) for a 45 minute session, plus a Creme Egg treat (inc melted creme eggs, creme egg topped cookies, waffles, or a creme egg toastie), with proceeds going to The Prince's Trust charity.  It's open Thursdays to Sundays only, for 4 hours each day, and any under 16s must be accompanied by adults.  Looks like Cadbury Creme Egg has smashed it again!

"If you goo down to the woods today... you’ll discover Creme Egg Camp!
Join your fellow eggsplorers for the return of Creme Egg Hunting Season, and venture into our covered forest to find the tastiest Creme Egg campfire treats…
- Forest-top Fongoo: deliciously dunkable, crispy campfire breadsticks and juicy strawberries, ready to dip into a molten swirl of melted Creme Egg.
- Campfire Cookies: utterly goolicious choc chip cookies, topped with broken Creme Egg bits.
- Woodland Waffles: campfire-fresh crispy waffle, with a garnish of Creme Egg and chocolate drizzle.
- Fire-pit Toasties: gooey on the inside, crispy on the outside – it’s the return of our legendary Cadbury Creme Egg Toastie.
As you make your way through the woodland, follow the sound of a crackling campfire to find fellow Creme Egg hunters sharing stories of their eggscapades.
Then venture further into Camp and make some some eggciting discoveries. You’ll not only find Eggsplorers’ HQ, but a giant nest which has the biggest Creme Eggs you’ve ever seen! Climb up to the tree house and look up at the constellations in the Goolaxy. Then whizz down the slide and hunt for the eggstremely rare White Creme Egg – it’s hiding somewhere in Camp!
And don’t forget to snap and share your pics wherever you goo… there’ll be cracking photo opportunities around every corner!
Creme Egg Camp is in a covered location but remember to wrap up warm and wear suitable footwear - it gets chilly in the woods!"

When - Friday 19th January - Sunday 18th February 2018
Thursday and Friday: 17:00 – 21:00
Saturday and Sunday: 14:00 – 18:00

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

Tickets & booking - from Eventbrite here
"Tickets cost £5 and include a Creme Egg Camp eggsperience up to 45 minutes, a goolicious treat from the menu (subject to availability on the day), and a hot or cold drink. A list of ingredients, allergens and nutritional information can be requested at the kitchen.
All proceeds will be donated to our nominated charity, The Prince’s Trust.
Either a printout or electronic ticket on the Eventbrite app must be displayed to enter the Camp. Up to 20 walk-ins per hour are also available on a first come, first served basis to people queuing at the Camp (card payment only - one ticket per person queuing)
The ticket is for a 45-minute time slot and you must vacate the camp at the end of your slot as directed by Camp staff."

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Link 1 - Booking Page

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Oded Oren's Six Night Residency at Brewery Below in Essex Road, N1

Oded Oren, the israeli chef well known for hosting pop-ups around the capital, is doing a short residency at the Brewery Below space under Borough Wines & Beers in Essex Road N1.  It's a 5 course menui including such treats as grilled​ ​squid​ ​pita​ ​with​ ​warm​ ​chickpeas​ ​and​ ​tahini, with tickets from £42.  The residency runs from Thursday 12th to Saturday 21st October, Thursday to Saturday only, and the first Friday has sold out already - go book your tickets!

"​Borough Wines & Beers will continue its Chef Development Series in October, with a Mediterranean-inspired pop-up from celebrated chef Oded​ ​Oren​. 
Oded Oren’s pop-up is the fourth event in Borough Wines & Beers’ Chef Development Series. It follows two Japanese-inspired pop-ups by YBFs 2015 winner Adam​ ​Rawson​ earlier this year and fodder​, the foraging focussed pop-up from ex Fera at Claridges chefs Michael Thompson and Ollie Downey.
Oren began cooking in his home town Tel Aviv and moved to London in 2011. In the past few years he has hosted several pop-ups and residencies in London, preparing for the launch of his own restaurant in 2018. He has recently received a lot of attention, especially during his six-month residency at South East London restaurant Louie Louie, where he received brilliant reviews from the Guardian and others.
Bringing to the table a fresh touch and a light style of cooking, Oren’s food is modern Mediterranean with strong influences from the Middle East. Expect balanced flavours, with fresh herbs and olive oil used to complement the main ingredients. Highlight dishes on this five-course menu include warm crispy​ ​sea​ ​bass​ ​salad​ ​and​ ​smoked​ ​tomatoes,​ ​grilled​ ​squid​ ​pita​ ​with​ ​warm​ ​chickpeas​ ​and​ ​tahini and​ ​cardamom​ ​panna​ ​cotta​ ​with​ ​spiced​ ​quince​."

When - Thursday 12th - Saturday 21st October 2017
Thursdays-Saturdays only
Seatings at 7.30pm

Where - Brewery Below, Borough Wines and Beers, 344 Essex Road, London, N1 3PD

Tickets - £42 for a 5 course menu from the Borough Wines website here

Map

Link - Booking page

Chinese Laundry Room's 3 Day Pop-up at Daily Goods in Camberwell

The Chinese Laundry Room is a a restaurant on Upper Street Islington, which unfortunately was damaged by a fire at the end of February.  They have been holding pop-ups until they can re-open - they held one in March in Clapton - and are holding a second at the Daily Goods coffee shop in Camberwell from Thurday 17th to Saturday 19th August.  There is no booking, and it look like it will be lots of fun - please support them!

"We are hosting a series of Pop-up dinners at the lovely @dailygoodsldn in Camberwell from 17 -19 Aug, Thur- Sat. Pop in from 6pm, no reservations.🐲🐲🐲 We're bored cooking from home. Too many new dishes to share with you, can not wait!!!! Super excited, went mad on the poster as well😆❤️"

When - Thursday 17th - Saturday 19th August 2017
6pm-11pm

Where - Daily Goods, 36 Camberwell Church Street, SE5 8QZ

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Link - Facebook event

Mike & Ollie's 'Manti' Turkish Dumplings Pop-up at Milk in Balham

Mike & Ollie, are taking over Milk cafe in Balham for Thursdays 10th - Saturday 12th August 2017, serving a menu built around their dumplings, with fillings like Salt Marsh Lamb, Cornish Fish, and Roasted Beetroot.  They're serving from 6pm to 10.30pm with lots of room for walk ins, or bookable tables if you prefer.

"Mike + Ollie will be servingt heir delicious handmade Turkish dumplings, handmade breads and a selection of tasty small plates at the wonderful Milk in Balham. 
There is plenty of space so walk ins are advised, but booking online is possible here
Take a look at the menu here"

When - Thursdays 10th - Saturday 12th August 2017
6pm - 10.30pm

Where - Milk: 20 Bedford Hill, Balham, SW12 9RG

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Link 1 - Mike & Ollie
Link 2 - Booking page


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Barbarian's Asian Dinners at Climpson's Arch in London Fields

Barbarian is popping up for 3 nights at Climpson's Arch in London Fields with a set menu dinner exploring the diverse flavours throughout Asia and sub-continent.  Taking place from Thursday 17th - Saturday 19th, dinners cost £41 incl fees, and start at 7pm, with later sittings at 9pm added on Friday and Saturday due to demand.  Go!

"Barbarian is a bar / restaurant concept that explores the diverse flavours throughout Asia and the sub-continent. Far from traditional fare, Barbarian provides local and seasonal produce incorporating Asian flavours and techniques coupled with great drinks in a fun and vibrant environment. This pop up is a snapshot of the planned endeavour to create a space that is fun and relaxed to enjoy but nails exceptional food and drinks.
The £38 ticket (+ booking fee) gets you a feed from our talented chefs, 5 courses incorporating a few plates in each course. We can offer a drinks matching package that can be arranged on the evening, or ordering drinks a la carte is fine too.
Look forward to seeing you!"

When - Thurs 17th - Sat 19th August 2017
7pm start each night; also 9pn on Fri & Sat

Where - Climpson & Sons Coffee Roastery, Arch 374 Helmsley Place, E8 3SB

Tickets - £41 from Eventbrite here

Map

Link 1 - Barbarian

Link 2 - Climpson & Sons on Facebook

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Hendrick's Gin's 2 Day Pop-up at the RHS's Urban Garden Show in Pimlico

For two days Hendrick's Gin will be conducting research on (very willing) volunteers at the Royal Horticulture Society's Summer Urban Gardening Show in Vincent Square, near Pimlico.  The Perilous Laboratory for the Absorbent of Natural Teachings (P.L.A.N.T.) will take you through a game where you try to get music our of a cucumber, and if you do you will be rewarded with a Hendrick's and Tonic.  It's open on Wednesday 12th and Thursday 13th July, 12 noon to 9pm only - and it's free!

"Hendrick’s Gin requires human volunteers to take part in a genuine and most unusual scientific experiment in an attempt to make harmonious music through cucumber collaboration and cocktail consumption.
Step forward those with a strong head for science and a penchant for Hendrick’s, come visit the Perilous Laboratory for the Absorbent of Natural Teachings (P.L.A.N.T.) at the RHS Summer Urban Gardening Show in London, 12th – 13th July.
At the Hendrick’s Perilous Laboratory (P.L.A.N.T.), scientists have investigated how to invigorate human connection with the natural world through a series of experiments. The noble cucumber is one of the most mysterious yet delectable infusions in Hendrick's Gin and through science, P.LA.N.T. aims to unearth the green fruit’s wondrous secrets. Are they sentient beings? What knowledge can humanoids garner from these wise vessels?
Individuals who attend P.L.A.N.T. will be greeted by Hendrick’s Laboratorians, who will lead the experiment to make music through collaborating with a set of cucumbers which are rigged up a piece of software that when triggered creates a different sound and style. The sounds are programmed and designed in such a way that when all played together – a verdant and cacophonic composition worthy only of the ears of the curious is created.  If successful in making a peculiar composition, folk will be rewarded with a Hendrick’s and Tonic."

When - Weds 12th 7 Thurs 13th July 2017, 12 noon - 9pm

Where - RHS Summer Urban Gardening Show, RHS Lawrence Hall, 80 Vincent Square, London SW1P 2QD

Map

Link 1 - Hendricks on Facebook
Link 2 - The RHS's Summer Urban Garden Show

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The Budapest Bar & Kitchen Pop-up in Bethnal Green

The team behind the very pop-up Pasta 'n' Goulash pop-ups are back for 3 days with their Budapest Bar & Kitchen in Bethnal Green.  Open from Thursday 20th to Saturday 22nd July, in Bethnal Green Road, it will feature lots of Hungarian food and beers, plus bottled beers from Italy, and Hungarian spirits including the delicious Unicum, and even some local London beers from Fourpure.  wonderful!

"The team behind the Italian-Hungarian pop-up restaurant, Pasta ‘n’ Goulash, will return to east London with a relaunch of the concept that made them popular in Shoreditch last year: The Budapest Bar & Kitchen.
After the success of Pasta ‘n’ Goulash, the organisers decided to recreate their popular summer pop-up bar. Get ready for exciting drinks, traditional Hungarian flavours (with a hint of Italian influence) and Saturday night live music. The experimental pop-up bar will be hosted in two railway arches with a beer garden, right under Cambridge Heath overground station.
The seasonal menu will focus on traditional Hungarian flavours in the forms of small plates and sharing platters. Yes, that is Hungarian food on small plates. Expect dishes like fried pickles with tartar dipping sauce, a selection of charcuterie platters to share, mini vegetarian goulash soup in bread bowl, marhapörkölt (beef stew) with nokedli, hortobágyi húsos palacsinta (pancake filled with chicken in paprika sauce) and many more. The wine & craft beers list will include rare and exciting bottles from Hungary and Italy, excellent draft beers from the Bermondsey based brewery, Fourpure, gin and prosecco cocktails and the Hungarian national accelerators, Unicum and Pálinka. 
The Budapest Bar was created in April 2016 and became an instant favourite of Shoreditch. After 3 sold-out summer pop-ups, the concept moves to the railway arches of east London‘s Cambridge Heath. The decor will recreate the neon-lit nightlife of the Hungarian capital with its old buildings, beer gardens, vintage furniture and its fun and (sometimes) surreal atmosphere.
Entry will be free to everyone, booking on the website is highly recommended in advance."

When - Thurs 20th - Sat 22nd July
Open 6pm - midnight

Address: 298-299 Railway Arches, Cambridge Heath Road, London, E2 9HA

Bookings - At http://pasta-n-goulash.co.uk

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Link - Pasta 'n' Goulash

Oded Oren's Mediterranean Supper Clubs at Isle of Olive, off Broadway Market

Brilliant Israeli chef Oded Oren is hosting two dinners at the Isle of Olive deli in Ada Street, off Broadway Market, E8.  Taking place on Friday 14th and Saturday 15th July, the tickets cost £40, and for that you will get a 4 course meal, plus a welcome drinks and canapes, with more drinks available to buy on the night.  I love Oded's food - and it's perfect for the current warm weather.  Grab a ticket if you can!

"For our next evening events we have teamed up with Chef Oded Oren! Without a doubt one of the most exciting collaborations to date!
Originally from Tel Aviv and based in London since 2011, Oded Oren has recently received a lot of attention, especially during his 6-month residency at South London restaurant Louie Louie, where he was given some brilliant reviews. His food has been described as 'demonstrating a lightness of touch' and 'gets extra points for keeping it clear and simple'. Using only the best quality ingredients to create delicious simple dishes, Oren's style couldn't be more to our liking and we couldn't be prouder of bringing him to you! 
On these evenings Oren will be offering a 4-course meal, including a welcome drink and canapes. A fusion of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavours perfect for a summery warm evening. Expect communal seating, intimate environment, friendy relaxed atmosphere and Greek wines to compliment the food."

When - Friday 14th & Saturday 15th July 2017
Starts at 7.30pm

Where - Isle of Olive, 6c Ada Street, E8 4QU

Tickets - £40 from Eventbrite here

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Link - Ticket page

Chambord's 3 day Pop-up Pub 'Le Crown and Cactus' in Soho

Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur is opening a pop-up pub 'Le Crown and Cactus' in Soho for three days - Thurs 13th - Sat 15th July - to celebrate the summer and give people a chance to try the Chambord Royale - mixed with sparkling wine.  You need to get a ticket - link here - for £5 to guarantee entry - and then enjoy all the wonders inside the pub.

"Open your ears my petit cabbage! I have an announcement to share. Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur invites you to the opening of Le Crown and Cactus, a magnifique pop-up pub in London’s Soho this summer.
Le pub is a British tradition non? Well this pub is the same, but with extra sparkle. You can explore four fantastique rooms that will be dressed with style to please the peepers. Take a seat where you choose. Or stand, as you like.
To make the tonsils dance, personalise your Chambord Royale at the Bubble Bar. The landlady will guide you as you embellish your bubbles with Chambord, as well as other treats for the eyeballs. Your Black Raspberry creation will be a gift for the newsfeed! Of course, if you prefer your Chambord Royale au naturel, then that is also an excellent choice my little framboise. Visit the outside-inside pub garden where you and your flock can challenge each other to a garden game. If curiosity is calling, discover Chambord’s Champagne Cellar to find more surprises that are sure to ruffle the feathers.
You can purchase pub snacks ala Chambord to keep the tummy smiling and some more delights to be revealed very soon.
Save some pennies from the piggy bank and purchase a ticket* to whizz past the queues for guaranteed entry into Le Crown and Cactus, where a complimentary Chambord Royale will be waiting for you to get your pincers on at the Bubble Bar.
If tickets are not for you, worry not. You are the chief captain of everything and can still join us in Le Crown and Cactus without one. Just keep your eyeballs on the queue. Allez!"

When - Dates: Thurs 13th – Sat 15th July 2017
Thursday: 5pm – 10pm
Friday: 3pm – 10pm
Saturday: 1pm – 10pm

Where - The Crown and Cactus, 15 Bateman Street, Soho, W1D 3AQ

Tickets - £5 from Eventbrite here

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Link - Chambord on Twitter

Death's Door Spirits' Two Day 'Gindependence Day' Pop-up Dive Bar in Dalston

For two days only Death's Door Spirits is opening an American-style Dive Bar at 80 Dalston Lane, E8, to celebrate 'Gindependence Day'  It's happening on Friday 30th June and Saturday 1st July 2017, and will feature lots of cocktails, plus diner-style food like burgers and hotdogs, and lots of games like air hockey and pinball.  Go!

"Death's Door Spirits invite you to celebrate the most important holiday of the year, Gindependence Day! 
For two nights only, we will be taking over the space at 80 Dalston Lane and offering up a mouth watering mix of old school American classic cocktails, and new wave fresh creations from our Brand Ambassador Selina Raggett.
Fill up on classic American burgers and dogs from the team at Kick and Munch, and dance the night away to a little bit of country, a little bit of rock n roll, and hip hop once the night gets underway.
We'll be keeping you entertained with a Pinball Wizard tournament on Saturday afternoon and plenty of classic games - such as air hockey - from the good old U S of A.
It promises to be one hell of a deep south dive party, so hurry up and bring your jukebox money.
Love, Death's Door Spirits"

When - Fri 30th June & Sat 1st July 2017
Fri - 6pm - midnight
Sat - 12 noon - midnight

Where - The Death's Door Dive Bar, 80 Dalston Lane, E8 3AH

Reservations - It's free to get in, but you can book a table here

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Link - Facebook event