Nicola Artemiou

London hotel Sanderson has brought a taste of 90s New York to Fitzrovia with a new NYC-inspired bottomless brunch, serving up diner classics, indulgent comfort food, and cocktails with plenty of downtown attitude. The undisputed headliner is the bagel tower, an afternoon-tea-style stand served with six bagels and an assortment of classic New York fillings. Playful, plentiful, and practically made for Instagram, this brunch is packed with personality and delivers something above and beyond your usual weekend booking.

SCHLOSS Spa at SCHLOSS Roxburghe Golf Resort has achieved its second consecutive win at the 2026 World Spa Awards, retaining its title as Scotland's Best Hotel Spa. Set against the rolling countryside of the Scottish Borders, the five-star estate features an outdoor heated infinity pool overlooking the surrounding landscape and a full menu of restorative spa experiences, delivering an alluring destination for the perfect autumn wellness escape.

Zopa Bank is examining how household spending habits and financial priorities evolve as the festive season approaches, with new research highlighting the changing demands people place on their money. The findings come as consumers prepare for the added costs of winter and Christmas, alongside an upcoming government Budget that could influence household finances. In response, Zopa is highlighting the flexibility of its Biscuit current account, which allows customers to change their banking benefits as their needs evolve.

Riverstone Living has announced its sponsorship of a major new exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts dedicated to Peggy Guggenheim and her contribution to modern art. Opening in November, Peggy Guggenheim in London: The Making of a Collector examines a pivotal period in the collector's career, with a partnership that also reflects Riverstone's own interest in art, architecture, and cultural experiences.

Max Factor is setting up camp in London's Covent Garden for a new beauty experience this weekend. The Lasting Blur Lounge will be showcasing the brand's latest foundation launch across three days, with the pop-up combining beauty discovery with interactive activities and complimentary treats along the way.

Sticks'n'Sushi will be marking the start of Japan's sake brewing season with a one-night-only event taking place on Thursday 22 October. Part of the celebrations for World Sake Month, Nomihodai, meaning ‘all-you-can-drink' in Japanese, will invite guests to explore a range of sakes over the 90 minute sitting, alongside Japanese bites from the foodie hotspot in an informal setting – all for just £38.

Chelsea Peers has unveiled its much anticipated 2026 Home For Christmas collection, introducing a series of dazzling festive prints, luxurious fabrics, and seasonal accessories to the winter wardrobe. Perfect for slow mornings with a hot drink, cosy evenings around the tree, and festive pyjama parties with family and friends, the collection makes comfort as much a part of the occasion as style, injecting playful Christmas motifs and beautifully finished classic themes to capture the magic of the season through every detail.

YSL Beauty's 2026 holiday collection has landed, delivering the house's signature Parisian glamour in a covetable edit of festive gifts. From iconic fragrances and makeup bestsellers to discovery sets showcasing its signature favourites, the collection comes dressed in statement seasonal packaging, making it a luxurious addition to any Christmas wishlist.

Looking for the perfect Halloween bite in the City? Liverpool Street café Polo Bar is getting into the spooky season spirit with a limited-edition twist on its most indulgent staple, giving a selection of its burgers a devilish makeover for a short run just until 31

Halloween has crept into The Hummingbird Bakery's kitchen this month, giving its signature American-style bakes an eerie makeover. The limited-edition collection of cakes, cupcakes, and cake pops is packed with ingenious details for Halloween celebrations, with the signature Hummingbird flavours that have made the bakery one of the most popular hotspots in the city.