Nestled in the heart of London’s West End, Soho and Covent Garden are a beauty lovers’ haven, where flagship stores, indie gems and heritage apothecaries sit side by side along cobbled streets and bustling market squares. Julia Ferrari shares a curated A to Z Beauty Guide to unlock the area’s most iconic – and mostContinue reading “A to Z Beauty Guide to Soho & Covent Garden | My Soho Times”
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The 3 Power Trends Shaping Beauty in 2026 | My Soho Times
As we step into spring 2026, leaving the quiet of winter behind, beauty is awakening too – smarter, more sensorial, and unmistakably human. Beauty editor Julia Ferrari shares her perspective on the trends shaping the year, where the focus is no longer on a single viral product, but on a deeper shift in how weContinue reading “The 3 Power Trends Shaping Beauty in 2026 | My Soho Times”
Spring Reset: How to Refresh Your Skincare and Makeup | My Soho Times
Spring is finally here, bringing with it the perfect excuse to shake up your beauty routine. Those rich moisturisers, full-coverage foundations, and heavy layers that carried us through winter can start to feel excessive as it gets warmer. This season calls for lighter, breathable bases, and consistent SPF becomes an absolute must. Beauty contributor GraceContinue reading “Spring Reset: How to Refresh Your Skincare and Makeup | My Soho Times”
Still Showing: A Tour of London’s Indie Cinemas | My Soho Times
Despite the rise of streaming, London’s independent cinemas are far from fading away without a fight. From repertory marathons in Leicester Square to radical screenings at the ICA, Freya Starr explores the venues keeping the capital’s communal film culture alive.
9 Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Restaurants to Book in Central London | My Soho Times
Last-minute Valentine’s Day plans? Discover 9 romantic restaurants in London, from Soho steakhouses to luxury tasting menus and cabaret dining.
This Is Not A Love Story: Four Thrilling New Books Flipping Valentine’s Day on Its Head | My Soho Times
Valentine’s season usually comes with the temptation of chocolates, roses and glossy love stories — but last night at Waterstones Piccadilly, the conversation was anything but conventional. Curated by Dark Matter, This Is Not A Love Story celebrated love in all its messy, thrilling and unexpected forms: from deep friendships and family bonds to obsession, revenge, and love goneContinue reading “This Is Not A Love Story: Four Thrilling New Books Flipping Valentine’s Day on Its Head | My Soho Times”
Upstairs at Ronnie’s: A New Chapter for the Iconic Soho Venue | My Soho Times
For over 65 years, Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club has been the beating heart of live jazz in London. From Ella Fitzgerald and Nina Simone to Miles Davis, Prince and Dizzy Gillespie, its stage has carried legends and shaped music history night after night. Earlier this week, I had the privilege of attending the re-opening of UpstairsContinue reading “Upstairs at Ronnie’s: A New Chapter for the Iconic Soho Venue | My Soho Times”
Bimini, But Make It Art History: The Night Party After Dark Took Over the National Gallery | My Soho Times
For over 200 years, the National Gallery has been a place of stillness — long pauses in front of oil paintings, hushed voices, measured steps. The Arnolfini Portrait has witnessed six centuries of quiet observation. Van Gogh’s Sunflowershave absorbed generations of silent admiration. Then last night, it welcomed something radically different.
Art After Dark Returns to Light Up London’s West End with Music, Colour and Community | My Soho Times
On a wet Tuesday afternoon in London, as pavements glisten and the pace of Piccadilly Circus rarely slows, Art After Dark returns to the West End with a burst of colour, music and late-night energy. Running from 3–10 February 2026, Art of London’s annual evening programme launches with a striking new public artwork by Lakwena Maciver, transforming oneContinue reading “Art After Dark Returns to Light Up London’s West End with Music, Colour and Community | My Soho Times”
Sake Beyond Sushi: Rethinking Pairings with Sake Food Sensations | My Soho Times
Would you pair sake with non-Japanese food? Until recently, I wouldn’t have thought to either… A few weeks ago, I was invited to join chefs and sommeliers at two-Michelin-starred Trivet for an intimate introduction to Sake Food Sensations — a February-long campaign created by JFOODO, the organisation that promotes Japanese food and drink globally. Masaru Mizoguchi, Director at JFOODO, explains:
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