Welcome to Bon Vivant’s latest newsletter. Please see below a selection of the highlights that are available to our members over the next few weeks. To take advantage of these offers or to join Bon Vivant, please contact us.

London’s Best Gastropubs

With new gastropubs appearing all over London on a regular basis, it’s difficult to know which ones are worth trying out, therefore we have compiled a list of the best gastropubs in London, all of which are worth visiting and can be seen here. We have also recently written an article on the gastropub phenomenon, which can be seen here.

Restaurant Offer – The Jam Tree

The Jam Tree is a new pub in the heart of Kensington, offering a welcoming and friendly place to enjoy a range of British food alongside colonial favourites. Set over three floors, The Jam Tree is the perfect venue for everything from board meetings and relaxed lunches to private dinner parties and after work drinks. Bon Vivant’s members can receive a 20% discount on a midweek lunch (food and drink) and evening meals for orders placed prior to 7pm, as well as a complimentary Bloody Mary or glass of Prosecco at the weekends.

For further information visit www.thejamtree.com. To make a reservation please contact us or call the restaurant directly on 020 7371 3999, quoting ‘Bon Vivant’.

Restaurant News – Polpetto Opening

Polpetto is the new venture from the team behind Polpo, the successful Venetian ‘bacaro’ with a New York vibe from ex-Caprice Holdings director Russell Norman. Polpetto is located on Dean Street, and like its sister restaurant, has a no reservation policy for dinner, so expect to queue, as this place will surely be as popular, or try to secure a much coveted lunch booking. For further information visit www.polpetto.co.uk, or to make a reservation please contact us or call the restaurant directly on 020 7734 1969.

Hotel Offer – Bagni di Pisa, Italy

Bagni di Pisa is a mere 15 minutes from Pisa International Airport as well as the historical town of Lucca. This 60-room property sits nestled amongst the olive groves and tranquil scenery of Tuscany. The hotel is rich in culture dating back to the summer residence of the Grand Duke Stephen of Lorraine. The majority of rooms boast original 18th Century frescos, floors in marble, crushed stone and Tuscan terracotta and sumptuous bathrooms.

Built on a natural thermal spa, Bagni di Pisa is the perfect base for touring the beautiful Tuscan countryside. Bagni di Pisa is delighted to offer a 20% discount for short stays (from 1-3 nights), one night free for any booking over 3 nights and two nights free for week long bookings. For further information and to make a reservation, please visit www.bagnidipisa.com quoting 'Bon Vivant'.

Events Calendar

Below we have included a selection of the events occurring over the next few months. If you would like to book tickets for any of these events please contact us or reply to this email.

Last Night of the Proms – 11 September 2010

The last night of the Proms is one of the great musical events in the British calendar. The Union flags will fly, the fanfares will blare out and the Royal Albert Hall will beam once again with British Pride in one of the finest shows performed. For tickets, please contact us .

MTV Video Music Awards – 12 September, California

We are delighted to offer you the opportunity to attend one of the greatest music awards shows of the year, the MTV Video Music Awards. This year’s ceremony is set to see some of the greatest acts in music from around the globe celebrate a year of the best music videos.

Gorillaz, O2 Arena – 14 & 15 September 2010

After two sell out performances at the Roundhouse earlier this year, the Gorillaz are set to take over the UK’s arenas with their ‘Escape to Plastic Beach’ tour this September. Their only London dates will be held at the O2 Arena on 14 and 15 September.

Wine Auction at Eastside Inn - 21 September 2010

Eastside Inn, Bjorn van der Horst’s restaurant near Smithfield Market, is celebrating the launch of its new art deco lounge bar and a move towards an exclusively organic and biodynamic wine list, by having a spring clean of its cellars. On 21 September 2010, Eastside Inn is holding an intimate wine auction of approximately 50 bottles of their finest wines, starting at cost price. If you would like to join for an evening of champagne and canapes and have the opportunity of buying fine wine at great prices, please email Frances Cottrell at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Sting at The Royal Albert Hall – 1 & 2 October 2010

Sting will play 2 dates at the Royal Albert Hall this autumn, accompanied by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. The concerts will feature re-interpretations of his greatest hits from the Police and his solo career, along with more traditional and classical pieces.

The Ryder Cup 2010 - 28th September to 3rd October, Celtic Manor Resort, Wales

The most anticipated Golfing tournament in the world is heading to Wales in 2010 where golfers from USA and Europe will battle to claim the Ryder Cup. Please contact us for ticket and hospitality information.

Bon Vivant

Bon Vivant is a bespoke, highly personalised concierge service that advises on and arranges every travel, lifestyle and leisure need. Members have access to exclusive treatment, complimentary benefits and discounts at top hotels, restaurants, members’ clubs, exclusive nightclubs and a range of lifestyle services, as well as access to VIP and sold out events. For affordable luxury with the personal touch for £100 per month, please visit www.bonvivant.co.uk.