When the mercury rises, there’s only one thing for it: take the plunge
Critics cooking include Giles Coren, Grace Dent, Tom Parker Bowles and the Standard’s own David Ellis
Swap muddy fields for sun-soaked cities and glistening beaches with these continental events
Some of London’s greatest institutions, from the Tate to Shakespeare’s Globe to the Savoy, are going all out this weekend
A new super modern Indian restaurant arrives at Elephant Park, with a former Gymkhana head chef in charge
From late-night sandwiches to South African tapas, Ben McCormack has the new openings to get excited about in June
It’s not all Webers and bad weather. From Texan meats cooked low and slow to the glow of a Middle Eastern charcoal grill, Ben McCormack feels the heat
From cod and haddock to halibut and Dover sole, there isn’t a fish that isn’t improved by being deep-fried. Here are 15 of the capital’s best fish and chip shops
The Soho spot has had a makeover — and now boasts a small bar
From mortadella rolls to plump egg sandos, London has a sandwich culture to rival any in the world
An alliance of trade bodies is calling on the government to help pubs and restaurants survive higher energy costs
From an agreeably seedy Soho basement to some seriously state-of-the-art venues, these are London’s best bars where there’s more to do than drink
The home of cricket is opening its doors to the public for a new week-long food festival
From cosy boozers to high-end hotels, here’s where to find the roasts with the most
From riverside lunches to rooftop suppers, Ben McCormack selects 15 of the capital’s finest restaurant terraces
From pancakes and eggs benny to avo toast and shakshuka, here are the best places to combine breakfast and lunch (and possibly cocktail hour, too). Ben McCormack and Clare Finney waffle on
Fine wine means next to nothing to the Roys, says Hannah Crosbie, but every drop spilled reveals something about the family
For those who want to practice a more mindful way to drink
On June 4, critics plays chef and chefs play critic in a bid to raise £100,000 for Action Against Hunger. David Ellis is nervously donning his whites
The glamorous but ill-fated site is set for an Indian grand brasserie, with high tea and late night jazz planned
Max Halley, the lovable eccentric behind Max’s Sandwich Shop, has unexpectedly joined forces with the Hippodrome Casino. David Ellis finds out why
The line between members’ clubs and restaurants is being blurred more than ever before. David Ellis gets his foot in the door
Welcome to a hidden grotto of home-style East African cooking that spikes endorphins and costs next to nothing, says Jimi Famurewa
Whether you were made in Chelsea or not, it’s a rather nice place to end up. Here are the 17 best places to eat
Where to have your cake and eat it in the capital, according to Ben McCormack and David Ellis
Margot Henderson, of Rochelle Canteen fame, runs the festival in aid of the Soho Parish Primary School
Blowouts still exist and this is a better place to have one than most, says Jimi Famurewa
Whether you’re looking for golden oldies or new releases, here are the best places to get your film fix this summer
From a Parisian social-media star to an Irish baker in Budapest, Syraat Al Mustaqeem has a guide for those eating their way through Europe
John Chantarasak will head up much of the cooking, with Desiree Chantarasak looking after the wine
Not all boards are born equal, says Clare Finney
There’s more to meat-free than another mushroom risotto. Clare Finney maps out the top spots for those living life on the veg
