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London Guide: The Best Brunch in London

Brunch has become the most important meal of the day on the weekend as it provides the perfect opportunity to catch up with friends or to sit quietly on your own with the newspaper. Click here to read our selection of the best venues for brunch in London.

London Guide: Taste of London Festival

From 16 to 19 June, the Taste of London festival is returning to Regent’s Park. With 40 top London restaurants and some of the world’s most acclaimed chefs, 2011 also sees the launch of the new Secret Garden. Described as a mix of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and an exclusive members’ club, the Secret Garden is a gourmet oasis hidden behind a maze and filled with exquisite food and exclusive wines.

Access to the Secret Garden includes a complimentary glass of Laurent-Perrier Rosé champagne and canapés on arrival, access to a private bar and private enclosure, Q&A sessions with the chefs, Taste recipe book, Tatler magazine and the 2011 Tatler Restaurant Guide plus £20 of Crowns to spend. To book your Secret Garden tickets for the Saturday and Sunday sessions for £95, saving £30 on the cost on the door, click here or call the ticket hotline on 0871 230 7132. Booking and transaction fees apply.

Restaurant and Bar Guide – The Lonsdale, Notting Hill 

The Lonsdale in Notting Hill, with its great reputation for cocktails, re-launched last year as a bar and steakhouse. Designed by the internationally recognised interior designers ‘Dtwo’, the 250 capacity venue combines an elegant décor with an extensive cocktail, wine and food menu. The restaurant, which has a seating capacity of 60, will offer a comprehensive steakhouse menu, sourced from Allens of Mayfair. Bon Vivant's members will receive a complimentary after-dinner cocktail with every main course or steak from the dinner menu. To make a reservation, please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call the restaurant directly on 020 7727 4080.

London Guide: VIP Tennis at Queen’s – The Crown Club

The AEGON Championships at The Queen’s Club in West London is one of the highlights of the British sporting summer. Last year they launched the Crown Club, a debenture style members’ club, for the AEGON Championships, and a limited number of additional memberships have been made available for 2011. This year’s tournament is taking place between the 6 and 12 of June 2011.

Bon Vivant are delighted to announce that we have teamed up with the Crown Club to offer members a special discount on Crown Club membership should they wish to join, saving up to £990. Membership gives you the right to purchase tickets on Centre Court for each day of the Championships, access to the private Crown Club Lounge for you and your guests with complimentary drinks and snacks throughout the day, and an access service to other major tennis events, including the Australian, French and US Open Grand Slam Championships as well as the ATP World Tour Finals at the O2 Arena.

There are a limited number of personal and corporate memberships available and the price for Bon Vivant members is £4,207 + VAT (access to two centre court seats per day) or £7,425 + VAT (access to four centre court seats per day). To take advantage of this special offer or for more information please ring the Crown Club team on 0208 487 7167 or click This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to email them, quoting “Bon Vivant offer”.

Travel Guide: The Olde Bell

The Olde Bell is a traditional coaching inn, dating back to 1135, less than an hour’s drive from Central London and 20 minutes from Heathrow airport. Designed by Ilse Crawford (who designed the Soho House Group’s properties among others), the modern design and technological touches blend seamlessly with the oak beams and uneven wooden floors. The restaurant, with its locally sourced rustic food, and the bar, with its open fire, sit at the heart of the hotel, and there is a large garden at the back from which to enjoy the warm summer ahead.

The Olde Bell makes an ideal weekend break for couples or a group of friends. Bon Vivant’s members will receive a glass of champagne on arrival and a room upgrade, subject to availability. For further information click here, and mention ‘Bon Vivant’ when booking.

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.

Kylie at The O2 - 7 to 12 April 2011

Kylie's 'Aphrodite - Les Folies Tour 2011' is set to be the pop princess's most impressive tour yet so don’t miss out – This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for tickets and VIP options.

SpagWednesday Meatball Pop-Up with Spuntino – 13 April 2011

On 13 April 2011, Spuntino, the latest opening from Russell Norman and Richard Beatty, will transport its meatballs to Andrew’s, a 1950s greasy spoon, for the Young and Foodish SpagWednesday Meatball Pop-Up. Exclusively for the event, Spuntino Head Chef Rachel O’Sullivan and Group Head Chef Tom Oldroyd will serve chopped salad, meatballs, tomato sauce and spaghettini, and Wild Turkey bourbon brownie.

The pop-up will be divided into 3 overlapping sittings of 7pm, 7:45pm and 8:30pm. Tickets will be £40 per person including red wine, and are available by clicking here. Andrew’s is located at 160 Gray’s Inn Road, London, WC1.

New Restaurant Opening: Pollen Street Social – 18 April 2011

Jason Atherton, formerly of Gordon Ramsay’s Maze and one of his brightest protégés, will soon open Pollen Street Social in Mayfair, which will also feature London’s first dessert bar. Reservation lines are now open, three weeks before the doors open to the public on 18th April.

PGA Championship at Wentworth - 19 to 22 May 2011

The European Tour’s flagship event is now held at Wentworth annually. With past winners including Faldo, Langer, Woosnam and Olazabal, it remains high on every player’s victory wish list. For tickets, please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

French Open Tennis Championships - 22 May to 5 June 2011

For 15 days, Paris will be transformed into a battleground for the world’s top tennis players at the finest clay court tournament in the world. For tickets to the event and for your Paris travel arrangements, please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The Chelsea Flower Show – 24 to 28 May 2011

The world’s most famous flower show is a celebration of the highest quality horticulture as well as being a spectacular visual feast. The show features the latest trends and ultimate design from the cream of garden designers, nurseries and exhibitors. Please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for tickets.