What’s On: Highlights from the BFI London Film Festival 2025

The lights may already have dimmed and the main feature underway as speak, but you can still immerse yourself in the cinematic at this year’s BFI London Film Festival. Autumn seems to have appeared quite suddenly (at least in my view) and yet, here we are already at the start of the 2025 BFI LondonContinue reading “What’s On: Highlights from the BFI London Film Festival 2025”

How to Spend Your Saturday in Soho: Beauty, Brunch & Beyond | My Soho Times

If you’re in Soho this weekend, you’re in for a treat. Between limited-edition beauty pop-ups, buzzy new cafés, delicious brunch plates, and a dose of self-care, here’s your guide to making the most of your Saturday. 1. Start with Beauty: Pop-Ups You Can’t Miss Beauty Pie’s Youthbomb London Lab📍 5–7 Carnaby Street, W1F 9PB | 11–13 September, 9am–5pmStepContinue reading “How to Spend Your Saturday in Soho: Beauty, Brunch & Beyond | My Soho Times”

Degrees of Funny: My Path from Lab Coat to Laughs | My Soho Times

As theatre season heats up with the Edinburgh Fringe around the corner, we spotlight one of this year’s most talked-about debut acts. In this timely self-penned piece for My Soho Times, comedian Hasan Al-Habib shares how rejection, resilience, and a PhD led to his long-awaited Cambridge acceptance — and the comedy career that began with aContinue reading “Degrees of Funny: My Path from Lab Coat to Laughs | My Soho Times”

Hope Has a Sound: Fabio Tedde aka Pianist Without Borders Plays Soho’s Colourful New Street Piano | My Soho Times

Marking the first International Day of Hope with music that brings us together In a world that often feels fractured, music reminds us of what connects us. On Sunday 13 July, a colourful new street piano appeared in the heart of Soho, tucked into the courtyard of Carnaby Street’s Kingly Court. Designed by artist Yinka Ilori inContinue reading “Hope Has a Sound: Fabio Tedde aka Pianist Without Borders Plays Soho’s Colourful New Street Piano | My Soho Times”

What’s On: The Best Bars in London, One Garden: Cocktails in the City Returns for a 10th Anniversary Special | My Soho Times

Imagine sipping your way through 20 of London’s finest bars — all without leaving a manicured private garden in central London. That’s the magic of Cocktails in the City, the UK’s leading cocktail festival, back this summer for its 10th anniversary. Set against the historical backdrop of Bedford Square Gardens (think Bridgerton vibes), the space was transformed into a colourfulContinue reading “What’s On: The Best Bars in London, One Garden: Cocktails in the City Returns for a 10th Anniversary Special | My Soho Times”

🌈 What’s On: Pride Weekend in Soho 4–6 July 2025 | My Soho Times

Pride Weekend is back — and Soho is, as always, the beating heart of the celebration. Whether you’re joining the parade, dancing in the streets, or just soaking in the atmosphere, this is a weekend full of joy, visibility, community and culture. Here’s your My Soho Times curated guide to making the most of it — fromContinue reading “🌈 What’s On: Pride Weekend in Soho 4–6 July 2025 | My Soho Times”

Sound Meets Skin at Hourglass Cosmetics – The Vinyl Lounge – Soho Pop-Up | My Soho Times

A beauty experience for the senses is coming to Soho — and it’s here for one day only. This Friday 5th July, Hourglass Cosmetics is bringing its signature glow to London’s iconic Sounds of the Universevinyl store (📍 7 Broadwick Street) with a Pride-weekend pop-up that merges music, makeup, and self-expression.

🌈 Pride in Soho – The Essential Last-Minute Guide | My Soho Times

The most colourful weekend of the year is upon us – and once again, Soho is at the very heart of the celebration. With over 1 million people expected to flood into central London, Pride in London 2025 is set to be one of the biggest and boldest yet. Whether you’re planning on marching inContinue reading “🌈 Pride in Soho – The Essential Last-Minute Guide | My Soho Times”

Just a Train Ride Away: Why Essex is Your Next Wine Getaway | My Soho Times

Need a quick break from the city buzz? I recently joined a press trip hosted by Visit Essex that gave me a refreshing taste (literally!) of what the county has to offer – and let me tell you, Essex is not just about TOWIE and seaside chips…

Afternoon Tea with an Essex Twist: Celebrate National Picnic Week in Style | My Soho Times

If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that summer truly starts with a good picnic. And what better excuse to spread out your blanket, uncork some bubbly, and tuck into something delicious than National Picnic Week (14–21 June 2025)? National Picnic Week isn’t just about food. It’s a reminder to slow down, getContinue reading “Afternoon Tea with an Essex Twist: Celebrate National Picnic Week in Style | My Soho Times”