We’re embracing a little Americana this week with Thanksgiving and Black Friday, but we just couldn’t resist.
This is one trip that will undoubtedly be the trip of a lifetime and its an epic Black Friday deal, plus these restaurants are a great spot to celebrate Thanksgiving (whether you’re American or not, I mean who doesn’t live pecan pie?) Add this essential piece of theatre to your watch list and catch this pop-up before it finishes this week for all your stocking fillers. This is what we’re loving in this week’s Citizen Femme hotlist.
BOOK THIS Niyama Private Islands- Black Friday offer!
Let 2024 be the year you take full advantage of an epic Black Friday deal, to indulge in something that will stay with you for a long while after the weekend passes. A holiday on Niyama Private Islands is about as exclusive and luxurious as it gets, and you can save up to 40 per cent on this trip of a lifetime here when you travel with Scott Dunn. In the heart of the Indian Ocean in the island nation of the Maldives, Niyama Private Islands is well, just that. While the Maldives offers an abundance of resorts, Niyama stands out to us thanks to its completely individual concept; split across two islands with two separate vibes, ‘chill’ and ‘play’, your preferences will be matched from the moment you touch down via a private seaplane. Stretched across the famously clear oceans, the chill side of the island offers a peaceful retreat in the natural rhythms of the lapping ocean waves, where you can while away the days from your villa’s private pool, before booking yourself into the Drift Spa or enjoying yoga classes on the white sandy beaches. Hop across to the ‘play’ island, where villas are tucked onto the beach for direct access to long walks along the lengthy shores – perfect for active couples or families – and where you’ll find an excellent Explorers Kids Club that Scott Dunn is renowned for. The private island resort is made of 134 luxury studios and pavilions, each with direct access to the beach or lagoon, so it’s impossible to go wrong. With the help of these travel experts, you can treat yourself, a partner or close friend by luxing out with this well-deserved trip away for really, the best possible price you’ll ever get.
SHOP HERE raye the store
Stuck for stocking fillers? Catch the last week of travelling discovery destination, raye the store, which is in its final week of its autumn residency at London’s West End in Quadrant Arcade, Regent Street. Combining retail, events and education into a single pop-up space for conscious consumers, it’s a chance to discover and stock up on the latest innovations from food, drinks, beauty, nutrition and wellness brands. With over 100 new brands and over 300 products from wholesome superfoods, condiments and other cooking essentials to expertly crafted aperitifs and alcohol-free alternatives, there will be something irresistible for every health-conscious foodie this Christmas. And for all the beauty lovers and wellness-obsessed, the autumn edit will offer the chance to shop across an exciting selection of high-performance skincare, haircare, make-up, as well as functional adaptogenic blends and a variety of longevity supplements. Outside of shopping, the discovery store is hosting plenty of workshops, taste & review sessions, as well as beauty treatments to treat yourself.
WATCH THIS Cutting the Tightrope: The Divorce of Politics from Art, The Arcola Theatre
With political censorship in theatre making headlines – from Manchester’s Royal Exchange cancelling A Midsummer Nights Dream due to concerns about how it covered issues around Palestine, to playwright Patrick Marber having his venue rescind an offer to host his play; ‘What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank’ for fear of inciting protests – “Cutting the Tightrope: The Divorce of Politics from Art” at the Arcola Theatre in London is a powerful, entertaining and opinionated piece of theatre from voices forming an urgent response to the creeping repression of dissent voices in society and the arts. This work brings together 14 diverse, award-winning playwrights with a wide range of political perspectives, from activists to comedians, Russian to Iraqi heritage, and Jewish to Muslim backgrounds. Structured so that contributors have a voice without fear of personal rebuttal (the playwrights names are advertised, but who wrote which play will remain unknown), artists feel like there can be freedom of expression without direct backlash. With a selection of post show discussions to attend, these works are openly proud to express topics that are so often silenced and that influence our lives.
DINE ULTRA LUXE HERE Dinner & Diamonds with Pavyllon London X Boodles
Michelin-starred fine dining combined with world-class diamonds? Pavyllon London at Four Seasons Hotel at London Park Lane sparkles with a new dinner with Boodles pairing exquisite cuisine from Chef Yannick Alléno with a journey through the dazzling world of gemstones. Start the experience with a private appointment at the iconic Boodles Sloane Street showroom with an expert gemologist for a diamond viewing, and of course, gifting. Wear out the store a Be Boodles gold diamond pendant as you step into your private chauffeur driven car to Pavyllon London for an unforgettable six-course tasting menu. An unforgettable memory to add to your Christmas wishlist.
CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING HERE The Cadogan Arms, The George in Chelsea,The Hound in Chiswick
Although a historically American tradition, Thanksgiving has become a notable event in British calendars. Whether you’re an American in London, or you’re celebrating with American friends, many London restaurants have compiled fine feasting menus to celebrate. Trio of restaurants – The Cadogan Arms and The George in Chelsea, and the new Chiswick-based gastropub, The Hound – has unveiled its Thanksgiving menus. On 28 November, the one-day-only menu will feature traditional Thanksgiving delights, including prawn cocktail, spiced pumpkin soup and cheddar popovers to start, followed by a show-stopping, bronze Turkey and pomegranate molasses roast ham served with all the traditional trimmings: corn bread, baked sweet potatoes and marshmallows, sage and onion stuffing, spinach gratin and green bean casserole. Leave room to sample the two special desserts: The Oreo Cheesecake and Pecan Pie, both served with whipped cream.
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