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5 Ways to Actively Reduce Stress this Season | My Soho Times

The start of November marks the beginning of International Stress Awareness Week, dedicated to spotlighting the impact of stress on mental and physical health and showcasing resources and strategies available for managing stress in healthy ways. In today’s fast-paced world, finding moments of relaxation and tranquility is crucial for mental wellbeing. Our editor, Kai Lutterodt, shares her recommendations for kicking stress to the curb.

How It Went: &SONS launches its first London Pop-up Store in Soho | My Soho Times

With its eclectic mix of trendy boutiques, upscale shops, and well-known fashion labels, the West End neighborhood of Soho has long been a hub for fashion enthusiasts and trendsetters. And the latest independent to arrive on the scene, joining a thriving community of designers, retailers, and fashion-forward individuals who appreciate quality and innovation, is &SONS. Our editor Kai Lutterodt went to meet the new guys on the block!

Zero Waste Bonfire Night: Remember, Remember the Rules this 5th of November | My Soho Times

Ah, the 5th of November – the glorious day when millions of people gather ’round bonfires to commemorate gunpowder, treason, and plot on Guy Fawkes Night. But alas, amidst the fiery spectacle, many bonfires will be concealing a rather unsavory secret – the incineration of unwanted waste. Oh, the audacity! Who knows what chemical concoctions are being released into the sky? Not so great for the environment, wouldn’t you agree? So we’ve called up the expertise of Business Waste to share some tips on how to plot a Zero Waste Bonfire Night…

“We know a thing or two about the right way to get rid of trash”, says company spokesperson Mark Hall. “Don’t get burnt with a big fine for burning your rubbish!”

Short Film Review: The One Man Note | My Soho Times

We continue our Cinema Season with a review of BAFTA and OSCAR qualified short film, The One Man Note. The film stars Jason Watkins (The Crown), Louisa Clein (Emmerdale), Crystal Yu (Dr Who), Paul Barber (The Full Monty) and the voice of Ian McKellen (Lord of the Rings). Without dialogue, One Man Note features an original score by Stephen Warbeck (Shakespeare in Love, Billy Elliot). Soho-based filmmaker Angela Fealy shares more…

What is Dia de los Muertos – Day of the Dead? And why is it celebrated? | My Soho Times

I was recently commissioned by Nolita Knightsbridge to document their Dia de los Muertos Halloween Party, which took place last Saturday. In partnership with Volcan Tequila, the event held true to its promise of a remarkable evening filled with vivid costumes and decorations, captivating performances, and an exhilarating ambiance. Needless to say, it exceeded all expectations!

Black Women in Soho: A Celebration of Us | My Soho Times

November 2023 marks 20 years since I’ve had the privilege of calling Soho “home”. And what a unique experience it has been to pretty much have my entire adulthood shaped through the lens of this vibrant neighbourhood. Soho, an area renowned for its pulsating energy, bohemian history, eclectic mix of people, and thriving artistic scene, has been a sanctuary for creative souls like myself. However, amidst the colourful façade of diversity that Soho boasts, there remains an underrepresentation and often an erasure of the voices and experiences of others like me: black women.

The Rise of the Beauty Subscription Service: What is it and Should I Sign Up? | My Soho Times

It’ll come as no surprise that subscription services are booming across many industries. Gone are the days when this model was more or less exclusively used by magazines – oh and milk, the milkman with his daily deliveries to ensure British households never ran out of milk, heaven forbid.

Gods of their Own Religion rewrites the script when it comes to independent filmmaking | My Soho Times

It’s a rainy day in Soho, the epicentre of all things film, so naturally Gillian Smith sat down with director Naeem Mahmood to talk turkey about the film that didn’t stand a snowball’s chance in hell of ever being made. The one shot around lockdowns, the one soon to premiering at Cineworld, Leicester Square on the 23rd November.

Old Soho Remembered: Recollecting the Eighties with Nicholas Cox | My Soho Times

Soho holds a special place in the hearts of many, evoking cherished memories that are often deeply personal. In this article, Nicholas Cox takes us on a nostalgic journey through time in his recollection of Old Soho Remembered…

SCALA!!! An interview with filmmakers Jane Giles and Ali Catterall | My Soho Times

Truly a legend in its own lifetime, there’s never been anywhere quite like The Scala Cinema, and it’s doubtful there will be ever again. Across 15 years and two locations, from the late 1970s to the early 90s, the Scala reigned supreme as the epicentre of subcultural cinema. With more than a touch of good, old fashioned flea pit.