The last week of August gives the ‘holidays are coming to an end’ feeling. Does this mean a last minute escape or does it mean settling into routine?
Maybe a last minute sailing expedition or treating yourself to a new London dining hotspot, or perhaps a journal to start September with clear goals in mind. Whether its escapism or back to reality, this is what we’re loving in this week’s Citizen Femme hotlist.
LAST MINUTE PLANS BATTERSEA PARK IN CONCERT: Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra
Making last minute bank holiday Monday plans? Settle in for a swinging afternoon and evening of live jazz, headlined by the UK’s finest big band the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra in Battersea Park. Catch the last of the weekend of swing today as the 18-piece band’s exciting brew of virtuoso ensemble plays killer classics much to the delight jazz fans just as much as newcomers. Led by Pete Long, this legendary big band will be joined by a number of guest singers direct from the legendary Soho club, celebrating the music of Ella Fitzgerald to Stevie Wonder, Cab Calloway to Frank Sinatra, Chaka Khan and many more. Unpack your picnic, pop the fizz and sit back and enjoy beautiful music in majestic surroundings with Battersea Park in Concert. It’s set to be a fantastic afternoon to enjoy with family and friends.
EAT HERE Ambassadors Clubhouse
The people behind some of London’s best restaurants and who have made quite a dent on the foodie scene – Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor and Lyle’s – have announced their latest launch Ambassadors Clubhouse, celebrating food, drink, music and culture from the region of Punjab. This new site, just off Regent Street in the enclave of Heddon Street, gives a nod to a time of opulence and celebration, with interiors taking inspiration from the team’s Grandfather and ex-Ambassador’s summer house in Dalhousie and the abandoned party mansions of Northern India. Harking back to pre-partition and an undivided India and Pakistan, the food shares its heritage from roadside dhaba treats to the royal palaces of Punjab and family homes. The menu begins with Papads and Chaat, the quintessential street food of the region, and Bitings, a word used to describe drinking snacks, before the main event of Kebabs cooked across the tandoor (clay oven), sigri (charcoal grill) and tawa (flat griddle). Matka and Karahi will include classic curries cooked in iron woks and earthen clay pots, as well as Biryanis and Pilaus, served alongside an extensive list of tandoor-roasted Breads. Classic Indian desserts will also be available. JKS’ last Indian brand was Brigadiers, an Indian barbecue joint based on the siblings’ paternal grandfather, a brigadier in the Indian Army. Ambassadors Clubhouse is somewhere between that and Gymkhana, the group’s two Michelin-star restaurant in Mayfair. Its a mighty space (that was once occupied by Momos) with 140 covers split across two floors and a 3am licence meaning you can make a whole night of it.
HOLIDAY WITH THEM Boatsy
Before September kicks off, maybe a boat getaway is on the cards. Boatsy is the new boat-rental marketplace to book sailing holidays – lets call it the Airbnb for sailing. Founded by a collective of sea-loving entrepreneurs with roots in tourism and technology, Boatsy helps travellers take to the sea with plenty of options for beautiful sailing routes. With a fleet of over 13,000 boats from modern yachts like a San Lorenzo with a professional captain, to spacious and family-friendly catamarans ready to set sail in the Mediterranean, Boatsy is making the booking journey and trip as easy as can be. If cultural sailings excite you – which include port-calls in areas of historical interest and significant archaeological sites, there’s something for you. Or foodie adventures can be tailored to the modern gourmand setting sail to discover gastronomic novelties. Perhaps more serene voyages are capturing your attention which prioritise privacy and peace. Boatsy also eliminates risk with itineraries to select and and concierge services during the trip, such as translations, restaurant recommendation and reservations support.
SHOP HERE Astrid & Miyu, Carnaby Street
Take a wander to ‘House of A&M’ (HOAM), the new 1,900 square foot concept store by cult jewellery brand Astrid & Miyu in the bustling Carnaby Street area. The new concept store is as shoppable as it is photo worthy. Take a look around their much-loved services offering, with an impressive three welding stations for bracelets and anklets, as well as three studios for piercing and fine-line tattoos. For shopping their seasonal and core collections throughout the store, order via the staff and then head upstairs to the A&M Kiosk upstairs to collect your beautifully packaged pieces. Stop via the A&M Café, located on the upper floor of the store and enjoy their bespoke matcha menu from Cha Oom from Sparkling Strawberry Matcha to Cold Foam Matcha Lattes. The store was built to give the brand’s already existing community a “sense of belonging” and a space that they can create memories in, and it does exactly that.
SLEEP WITH THIS Pulse of Potential Sleep Guided Journal
Eyes are opening (or rather, should be closing) to the woes that come from sleepless nights. Outside of the frustration, the possible health risks are endless. If sleepless nights are a familiar foe, it’s time to embrace a solution. The Pulse of Potential Sleep Guided Journal is an excellent tool that promises to transform your sleep. Designed as a two-week intensive program, this journal makes starting a sleep-improvement routine manageable and effective helping users navigate life’s challenges and achieve their full potential. With five relatable chapters covering themes such as love, vision, and personal growth, the journal provides valuable insights through easy-to-read text and interactive pages that track progress and keep users motivated with ares to encourage writing, drawing, and creative expression, making it a therapy-like experience in a book. Whether you are looking to set goals, build resilience, or simply reflect on your journey, this journal is a comprehensive tool that encourages self-discovery and personal development to clear your mind and get some good zzzzzzzs.
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