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Mayfair's Hotel Majesty: London's Luxury Leaders for 2026

Hotels

15 June 2026

Mayfair's Hotel Majesty: London's Luxury Leaders for 2026

The capital's most prestigious hotels are setting new standards as Mayfair continues to dominate the luxury hospitality landscape.

Food & Drink

Oudh 1722: Royal Indian Cuisine Elevates Mayfair's Culinary Crown

14 Jun 2026

Art

David Hockney's London Legacy: Where to Find the Master's Work

14 Jun 2026

Fashion

Hermès Makes Bold Statement with New Bond Street Flagship Expansion

13 Jun 2026

Fashion

Chanel's Métiers d'Art Launch Creates Bond Street Shopping Hysteria

5 Jun 2026

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Manthan Mayfair

Indian·Partner Spotlight

Manthan Mayfair

££££

Manthan brings the bold, regional flavours of India to the heart of Mayfair. Chef Dhruv Mittal's refined cooking draws on authentic recipes from across the subcontinent, delivered in an intimate, beautifully designed setting.

Aragawa

Japanese Wagyu·Partner Spotlight

Aragawa

££££

London's outpost of the legendary Tokyo steakhouse. Aragawa is one of the most exclusive dining experiences in the world — centred entirely around extraordinary Japanese Wagyu beef, cooked with minimal intervention and served with ceremonial precision.

12 Hay Hill

Modern British·Partner Spotlight

12 Hay Hill

££££

An intimate private members club nestled in the heart of Mayfair. 12 Hay Hill offers exceptional dining, a curated wine cellar, and beautifully appointed private event spaces — a discreet address for London's most discerning.

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Mayfair's Hotel Majesty: London's Luxury Leaders for 2026

Hotels·15 June 2026

Mayfair's Hotel Majesty: London's Luxury Leaders for 2026

The capital's most prestigious hotels are setting new standards as Mayfair continues to dominate the luxury hospitality landscape.

Oudh 1722: Royal Indian Cuisine Elevates Mayfair's Culinary Crown

Food & Drink·14 June 2026

Oudh 1722: Royal Indian Cuisine Elevates Mayfair's Culinary Crown

A new culinary jewel brings the opulent flavours of India's royal kitchens to London's most prestigious postcode.

David Hockney's London Legacy: Where to Find the Master's Work

Art·14 June 2026

David Hockney's London Legacy: Where to Find the Master's Work

A guide to experiencing the iconic artist's masterpieces across London's most distinguished galleries and institutions.

Hermès Makes Bold Statement with New Bond Street Flagship Expansion

Fashion·13 June 2026

Hermès Makes Bold Statement with New Bond Street Flagship Expansion

The French luxury house doubles down on Mayfair, proving London remains the ultimate destination for global luxury retail.

Hotels·11 June 2026

The St. Regis Arrives: Mayfair's Newest Crown Jewel

London's most prestigious postcode welcomes an American luxury legend with unparalleled service and culinary excellence.

Chanel's Métiers d'Art Launch Creates Bond Street Shopping Hysteria

Fashion·5 June 2026

Chanel's Métiers d'Art Launch Creates Bond Street Shopping Hysteria

Matthieu Blazy's debut collection draws unprecedented queues as luxury devotees descend on Mayfair's fashion epicentre.

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