This article is a look back at the amazing experiences which various community members of Love Pop Ups London enjoyed and helped spread the word about during March 2019 on complimentary basis.
March 2019 a look back
Las Banderas
Located in the heart of Soho, Las Banderas provides diners fantastic Latin food and wine. They offer their diners a delicious choice of jamón & tapas, fabulous wines & cocktails and beers to match.
Great for anyone looking for tapas style brunch.
“Now the thing about this bottomless brunch, is that you really need to take advantage of the bottomless aspect, to get good value. However, the really great thing is that they have quite a few drinks options included in this: Bloody Mary, Sangria, and Cava, as well as non-alcoholic options of orange juice, tea, and coffee. I definitely prefer this, to being stuck with one kind of drink the whole time, like some bottomless brunches do. I also like, as someone that doesn’t drink very much, that there were multiple non-alcoholic options. We were even allowed to have two different drinks at the same time!”
Katherine
Various community members of Love Pop Ups London got the opportunity courtesy of Las Banderas to experience their newest brunch option. Read all their blogs via clicking here.
The Big London Bake
Ever wanted to know what it might be like to participate in The Great British BakeOff well know you can. As at The Big London Bake you can cook and compete against others without the pressure of Mary Berry or Paul Hollywood.
Each baker will be provided with all the key ingredients for the ultimate baking extravaganza which lasts 90 minutes. Whisking, rolling, drizzling, customising, creating will you be crowned the winner of The Big London Bake.
Certain nights throughout the year The Big London Bake turns matchmaker providing exclusive speed dating nights for singletons aged 25 to 35. Learning skills from the same brilliant head bakers, in the same fantastic tent in Tooting, but with added love on certain nights.
Question is will you come leaving with a soggy bottom or a date?
“It’s the perfect event for girls night but would also make a really cute date night! They actually even have a ‘First Bakes’ event which is speed dating, mixed with baking. There’s a head chef and a professional matchmaker on hand to make sure both aspects of your evening run smoothly which will definitely result in a great first date story to tell the grandkids about should it go well!”
Aynsleigh
Quite a number of members of Love Pop ups London have been invited throughout 2018 and this year to bake their best cake in this Bake Off style fun cookery class. To read all their write ups from last year and this year click here.
Gingerline
Gingerline returns with their newest adventure The Grand Expedition. This time they will be taking diners up, up and away on a magical journey like no other whilst dining on a 5 course set menu.
For those who love food, theatre and immersive events.
“ All I can say at present is that the brainchild of Gingerline founders and food fanatics Suzannah Montfort and Kerry Adamson will take diners on a whirl wind through a journey of surrealism, hilarity, story time, fusion of animation, creative sets and of course delicious food! ”
Joanne of Love Pop Ups London
I and some members of Love Pop ups London we were invited along on different dates to take a journey of wonder through Gingerline immersive dining adventure of food and theatre magic. Click here to read all our write ups.
Funicular Productions
If you love Murder Mystery, immersive theatre, food and MasterChef then I highly recommend this immersive dining experience at Pedley Street. Me and some other community members of Love Pop Ups London we had the pleasure in taking the journey on the Murder Express which we enjoyed thrills, twists, turns all whilst be got treated to exceptional food creatively crafted by BBC One’s MasterChef 2016 winner Jane Devonshire. Last year I and some others enjoyed a culinary menu by Masterchef Finalists Billy and Jack.
“The Apricot and Ginger Polenta Cake with Brand Snap served with Apricot and Ginger Ice Cream and Apricot Brandy Syrup that was served for dinner was really enjoyable. Being someone that would never have ordered that flavour combo, I was pleasantly impressed.”
Haydy
I and some other community members of Love Pop Ups London we stepped aboard the Murder Express with Funicular Productions and enjoyed a 3 course menu by Jane Devonshire and helped solve a murder. Read all their blogs via clicking here.
SupperClub Tube
This is a supperclub set within inside an old tube carriage in where you can enjoy a 4 course dinner whilst mingling with other supperclub diners. This is a one of a kind supperclub.
“I’d love to bring people back to this supper club. The tube carriage makes it a very unique London dining experience and would be great fun, either as a date night, or with a group of friends. The largest table seats a maximum of 12 people and they can easily do tables for 2 or 4.”
Katie
Various community members of Love Pop Ups London got the opportunity to commute and step aboard the SupperClub Tube and enjoy a 6 course menu over various dates. Read all their write ups via clicking here.
Cahoots
Cahoots is a secret bar which is set underground in Soho. Guests are transported back in time to post-war 1940s within a disused underground tube station, where there is dazzling cocktails flowing, swing dancing happening and many sing-alongs all around an old piano.
However apart from drinking you can always go along and enjoy a Squiffy Picnic in the afternoon in Cahoots or a Cupcake afternoon.
“The lunch ended with the best Victorian sponge cake I’ve eaten. It was so good that I want to return just for that. The cake was light as air and soft just like a sponge (now I get the name). What a perfect way to end an amazing time.”
Steve
I and another community member of Love Pop Ups London we were invited down to enjoy a Squiffy Picnic away from all the bees and ants under the streets of Soho at Cahoots. Read all our write ups via clicking here.
EatMe
EatMe is a supper club which is run by a passionate cook and author Alexandra Antonioni. Within her home in Camden along with her husband Imi they bring diners the opportunity to taste such a variety of culinary delights from around the world.
“Eat Me Supper Club is one of the nicest and most pleasant supper clubs I have ever went along to from the welcoming hosts to the gorgeous food. I highly recommend.”
Joanne of Love Pop Ups London
I and another community member of Love Pop Ups London we were invited down to enjoy culinary delights at a supper club by EatMe. Read all our write ups via clicking here.
Edit Pop Up
Edit Pop Up is a new supper club run by Stefano Camplone.
On 11 March 2019 he hosted his first ever supper club pop up, where he brung a special supper in celebration of spring being just around the corner.
Focusing on low wastage, Stefano portrays an ability to utilize the ingredients for all they are, incorporating unusual parts into the colorful dishes.
“The whole evening felt like we were dining with old friends in their home with really great food, wonderful decor and plenty of wine. We can’t wait for Stefano to host another Edit Pop Up to head along to try more of his incredible dishes.”
Haydy
A community member of Love Pop Ups London was invited down to enjoy culinary delights at a supper club Edit Pop Up. Read his write write up via clicking here.
VIVI
VIVI is one of London’s newest and most exciting restaurants to launch in the heart of London’s West End this year. Serving traditional British cuisine with modern flair, VIVI is open all day for breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, pre-theatre meals, and dinner.
“Of the other mains I saw the pork chop looked like a decent portion also, Jo certainly enjoyed it. The Madras roasted monkfish was praised by Haydy – the right combination of meaty texture and tasty sauce, without being too spicy.”
Katie
I and various community members of Love Pop Ups London we got to experience culinary classic delights at VIVI for the night. Read all their write ups via clicking here.
Dabbers
Dabbers is UK’s first contemporary venue purposefully designed to celebrate the beloved game of bingo.
Dabbers does not just provide your normal game of bingo as there will be music, comedians, glorious prizes, show stopping performers and plenty of hidden tricks within their game of bingo.
“Our hosts arrived wearing brightly coloured tights and showing off some very funky and funny moves. They got the crowd going, filling the place with energy along with the help of pumping music. This wasn’t just BINGO, this was an entertaining show!”
Steve
I and various community members of Love Pop Ups London we got to experience a night at Dabbers. Read all their write ups via clicking here.
Ashers Supper Club
Ashers is a vegan supper club who hold various supper clubs throughout the year.
“I love trying out different foods and I think that Asher’s supper club did things right by making great dishes, and not focusing on trying to fake meats. Besides the tofu, I would gladly order any of these without even thinking about them being vegan or not, and I think that’s the way things should be. I’m excited to see what else Asher comes up with next with his great sense of flavours, creativity with ingredients and passion for making beautiful food.”
Steve
A community member of Love Pop Ups London was invited down to enjoy culinary delights at a supper club Ashers. Read his write write up via clicking here.
Near and Far
Near and Far is set over 4 floors, including a stunning roof terrace with views over Camden Stables, this venue offers coffee, quality cocktails and delicious Mexican street food, courtesy of ‘Elote’.
The kitchen at Near & Far Camden is operated by Elote, who offer stunning Mexican street food. All items are gluten free and we have an excellent range of vegetarian and vegan options. Meanwhile, their drinks menu offers signature and classic cocktails, fine wines, spirits and non-alcoholic options, including beers and mocktails.
During the weekend DJ’s play music which is mostly Latin and Balearic House and laidback Disco with a generous helping on Reggae, Hip Hop and Afrobeat thrown in for good measure. Guests will be able to enjoy cocktails within or watch as the sun sets over Camden of the terrace.
“COMING SOON”
TBC
Various community members of Love Pop Ups London got to experience Mexican food and sip on cocktails at Near and Far for the night. Read all their write ups via clicking here.
Yen Burgers
Yen Nguyen brings a brand new concept of premium Asian-influenced burgers to London with a classic British twist.
This Asian inspired restaurant is a must for anyone who loves burgers with a difference.
“The classic Yen Burger features a 100% Wagyu beef patty, fresh pickles, smoked turkey bacon, cheese and shiso leaf, it’s the ultimate fusion burger and a great introduction to Yen’s offerings. There are also a variety of other options from cod to chicken burgers. Plus there are meat-free burgers such as the Tofu Burger.”
Joanne of Love Pop Ups London..
Various community members of Love Pop Ups London got the opportunity courtesy of Yen Burgers to go along over a number of different dates to enjoy their Asian inspired burgers and signature cocktails. Read all their blogs via clicking here.
The Paint Republic
Inspired by ‘Paint and Sip’ companies in the US and Canada, The Paint Republic offer events that give people from all abilities the chance to get creative and express themselves in a non-judgemental, relaxed and fun environment.
“With a splat here, brush there and dollop here my painting was complete after just two hours. I had a piece of art worthy of hanging up on my wall at home, OK maybe not quite!
However thankfully free-styling was encouraged during the class so to try and rectify my epic fail of a painting I added some butterflies and other insects to my art work which made me feel a lot better about the picture.”
Joanne of Love Pop Ups London
I and another community member of Love Pop Ups London we got to put our painting talents to good use at Paint Republic. Read our write ups via clicking here.
The Game is Now
The Game is Now is an escape room bought to London by the makers of Time Run.
This time it was time for detectives to help solve puzzles whilst Sherlock was absent from London. Set in immersive sets and environments from the show, detectives will have to work together as a team to solve mysteries and puzzles before time runs out.
“When you enter the opticians you will be met by Stamford who will prepare you for your “group eye test”. Soon you will be brought into the back of the shop where you find out there is no test at all and in fact your group has actually been invited to become part of The Network, an international spy group! Somehow of course if all goes wrong, your training is abandoned and you are thrown straight into solving your first case!”
Kariss
I and various community members of Love Pop Ups London we got to help Sherlock crack a case. Read all their write ups via clicking here.
Fabulous 698b
Fabulous 698 B was created back in 2015 by Maja Pauling and Guillaume Jounot. Having both worked for many years in high end establishments as head chef and restaurant manager, they felt it was time to follow their our reams.
Diners will enjoy a delicious British innovative 4-course dishes along with a welcome cocktail and a few extra little treats.
PHOTO COMING SOON
“COMING SOON”
TBC
A community member of Love Pop Ups London had the pleasure of experiencing culinary delights served up by the chef of Fabulous 698b on a very intimate dining experience. Read her write up via clicking here.
Rosso
Rosso are passionate about wine and food from Italy;
together they take diners on a memorable journey through the
many different regions of our country.
“COMING SOON”
TBC
One community member of Love Pop Ups London got to experience a wine tasting evening and some others enjoyed a brunch one Saturday afternoon. Read all their write ups via clicking here.
Eleven98 Hackney
Aidan of Eleven98 Hackney loves to bring social fine dining using foraged, grown and locally sourced food from within Hackney.
So if you are looking for a supper club with a difference then this is one to attend. You will leave happy and thinking of ways you can change the way you eat and source your food.
“Eleven98 Hackney is a self-funded immersive social fine dining concept which is owned by Aidan Brooks. It is a way for him to showcase the incredible produce which is either foraged, grown or sourced within the London Borough of Hackney.”
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I and some other community members of Love Pop Ups London we got to experience culinary classic delights on different dates at Eleven98 supper club. Read all their write ups via clicking here.
“I love going out discovering new and existing restaurants, theatres, immersive experiences and so much more but I also love staying in and discovering new gadgets, gaming and cooking.
