STYLING: LOUISA PRESKETT. CREATIVE DIRECTOR: MAISON MARGAUX
15 THE WISHLIST April concerts, exhibitions and restaurant openings
18 LIVE WELL LONDON Health, beauty and wellbeing tips, plus product picks
21 FRESH THINKING Spring-themed table-styling inspiration for Easter
22 JUNIOR SENIOR Mother-daughter style ideas, courtesy of Harvey Nichols
24 FIRST LONDON HOME Actor Mim Shaikh talks about the capital’s culture
26 DEPARTURE LOUNGE Glamorous travel-wardrobe picks for your next trip
28 INTO THE BLUE Sun, sea and flexible working? Zoe Dare Hall looks at the latest luxury Caribbean developments
33 A DESIGN FOR LIFE How to create comforting family-home interiors that last, writes Alexandra Goss
43 FEELING FLUSH Bathroom refreshes that deliver the home-spa experience
49 EASTER TREATS Seasonal bakes to share with family and friends this April
53 LONDON GUIDE TO SCHOOLS SPRING EDITION A comprehensive introduction to the city's best prep, senior and boarding options, as well as the issues that matter to parents
56 VILLAGE LONDON Leafy Putney offers riverside city living with country vibes, popular with families
76 PROPERTY NEWS Zoe Dare Hall investigates the state of the capital's rental market for family homes
78 ANNE ASHWORTH A walk through the city to honour Sir Christopher Wren
146 PROPERTY OF THE MONTH A contemporary-luxe Holland Park home with ample space for family living
ON THE COVER
After what has felt like a long winter, spring is fi nally here. Our interiors pages this month are bursting with colour, botanical wallpapers and nature-inspired shades of sage green and rhubarb pink. We look at how to style a London family home that’s comfortable and characterful, and there are tips on creating bathroom sanctuaries (because we all need to escape our family once in a while). Putney, home to sports clubs, green spaces and top schools, is our Village London area focus. Plus you’ll fi nd the latest edition of our London Guide to Schools, exploring subjects from poetry to the power of sport. Finally, treat the family this April to a delicious Easter bake, with recipes from Skye McAlpine and Sauce by The Langham cookery school.
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HOT CROSS FUN: Soho gelateria Gelupo has collaborated with renowned modern bakery and restaurant Jolene to create artisan hot cross bun ice cream sandwiches. With a limited number being served up daily, don't wait to get the ultimate Easter treat. Choose from 20 seasonal flavours to fill Jolene's buns full of zesty, spiced notes, pictured. Served from 27 March-10 April gelupo.com
Guided by Sir David Attenborough's soothing tones, journey through seven continents of nature. Inspired by the awardwinning Seven Worlds, One Planet, immerse yourself amid a colourful carpet of starfish or a forest full of fireflies. Held in The Daikin Centre, Earl's Court.
Opens 30 March
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Crown to Couture
The dresses of court and the red carpet come together in this dazzling showcase. The largest exhibition held in Kensington Palace – featuring 200 objects – see historic objects to dresses worn by Lizzo, Lady Gaga and Phoebe Waller-Bridge.
Opens 5 April hrp.org.uk/kensington-palace
Discover the works of Swedish painter Hilma af Klint and Dutch painter Piet Mondrian (above) from a new perspective at this Tate Modern exhibition, and see the parallels between the two very different artists’ abstract focuses on spirituality, scientific discovery and philosophy.
Opens 20 April tate.org.uk
At the Queen's Gallery in Buckingham Palace, delve into what Georgian fashions can tell audiences about 18th century life. Via Gainsborough and Zoffany paintings and precious jewels, go on a style voyage.
Opens 21 April rct.uk
Florist Poppy Sturley hosts a beautiful workshop dedicated to the blooms and flavours of spring. Held at The House on the Square in Soho, learn how to make gardeninspired bouquets (below) featuring British flowers, complete with a delicious lunch. 20 April poppysturley.co.uk
In this compelling production, Adjoa Andoh takes on the titular role and directs. Shakespeare's tale of ambition and manipulation is given a new lease of life, charting the rise of Richard, Duke of Gloucester, who will stop at nothing to become king.
Opens 26 April rosetheatre.org
The London Children's Ballet's new production of Snow White (above), is an original interpretation performed by a cast whose ages range from nine to 16, at Sadler's Wells. Told in two 40-minute acts, it's an ideal way to introduce a young audience to the classical arts this Easter.
13-16 April sadlerswells.com
Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Middle Eight in Covent Garden turns into a contemporary version of a classic speakeasy. Slip in for an evening of jazz-infused live music, performed by saxophonist and broadcaster Leo Green. Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday middleeight.com
Watch the Royal Choral Society in the 147th year of Messiah on Good Friday (only the Blitz and Covid have stopped it). Held at the Royal Albert Hall, enjoy the 150-strong choir in this cherished annual performance. A firm Easter music tradition.
7 April royalalberthall.com
Introduce the younger members of your family to the wonderful world of baking at The Langham. Taught by Millie Simpson, at The Kids Easter Baking Class (on 8 April) they'll learn to make iced financiers, carrot cakes and chocolate chick nests (see p50). The Langham, Portland Place saucebylangham.com
The Petersham
Making its debut is The Petersham's pretheatre menu, below. Served from Monday to Saturday, it combines the best of British and Italian flavours. Pair your dishes with exclusive wines from Petersham Cellar. Floral Court, Covent Garden petershamnurseries.com/restaurants
Taku
Chef Taku brings omakase dining (translating to 'I'll leave it up to the chef') to Mayfair. Offering three different menus, Taku will provide a memorable dining experience, whether for lunch or dinner. Albemarle Street, Mayfair takumayfair.com
To celebrate sisterhood, private members' club Allbright in Mayfair has partnered with Della Vite Prosecco, the Delevingne sisters' fizz. Available throughout spring, non-members can also book. Maddox Street allbrightcollective.com L
Known as one of the few artists who can truly emulate the voice of the legendary Barbra Streisand, Liza Pulman's vocals have won her five-star reviews and packed out West End venues.
4 May Wilton Music Hall wiltons.org.uk
Based on the novel My Love, My Love by Rose Guy and directed by Ola Ince, the story focuses on peasant girl Ti Mounce and a boy called Daniel, whose love union faces adversity. Performed in the atmospheric Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, kicking off its 2023 season, find out if love conquers all.
10 May Regent's Park openairtheatre.com
Brazilian pianist Clélia Iruzun, brings lively musicianship to the spirited solo programme that includes a variety of works from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Robert Schumann, Frédéric Chopin and Franz Liszt.
17 May Sloane Terrace cadoganhall.com
and Andy have done such an epic job classics.
“I’m a massive fan of Dirtea. I think Simon and Andy have done such an epic job educating people on the powerful benefits of mushrooms. I curated a special little Beauty Boosting Menu, pairing Tremella with some of our Farm Girl classics. The recipes have healing and collagen-boosting qualities. A highlight is the Hydrating Hot Choc (Dirtea Tremella, pomegranate syrup, cacao & hazelnut milk) – sweet, creamy and the ultimate 4pm pick-me-up.’’
DIRTEA x Farm Girl’s Beauty Boosting Menu is available until the end of March, dirteaworld.com; thefarmgirl.co.uk
The city’s experts share their seasonal tips and the products they’re currently coveting
”Glazed Donut is taking on a romantic pink hue. It works best with a jelly-pink or pastel-pink base colour, finished off with chrome powder for that ultimate glazed shine! Delicate micro-manis will be trending again this season, from dainty French manis to accents of tiny flowers, minimalist shapes and dots. It’s perfect for short, natural nails. Metallic tones are really having a moment and add an instant edge to your look!’’ Townhouse has opened on King’s Road, book now at townhouse.co.uk
Le Matte Stylo in Snapdragon, £38, chantecaille.co.uk
When your mum’s a super-stylish lady, who can blame you for wanting a mini version of what she’s wearing? At Harvey Nichols, you’ll fi nd adorable scaled-down sizes from leading designer brands, so that cool kids can ‘twin’ with mum for any occasion.
Have fun together and team Balmain logo-print cotton T-shirts with distressed skinny jeans by Dsquared2 and a pair of Veja white leather sneakers, perfect for a casual day out. Or for a special occasion, mum and her little lady can go pretty in pink with matching Self-Portrait mini dresses, or hit the dancefloor in glittered Golden Goose sneakers. Keep cool on holiday this summer in these pretty Zimmermann playsuits and at bedtime, snuggle up in cotton pineapple-print Desmond & Dempsey pyjama sets.
There are a host of mini-me options for mothers and daughters and fathers and sons too, with sizes for ages four to 16. Great for holidays, cute photo opportunities, or just a special day out together. L See the full range at harveynichols.com
