February isn’t just another month on the calendar, it’s a full‑on vibe.
It’s where romance flirts with art, social calendars burst at the seams, and celebrations become an all‑season sport. London’s aglow and practically begging for a night out, Mumbai’s iconic tastes are calling our names, and we’re upgrading our skincare game like it’s a personal mission. All the while, we’ve got Valentine’s Day plotting in the background, giving us all the good excuses we need to plan, indulge, and delight. Here’s what’s lighting up our world this week.
EAT HERE Trishna, Marylebone
This week, don’t miss Trishna’s seasonal Aamchi Mumbai experience at the Michelin-starred London restaurant, where the vibrant spirit of Mumbai is captured in a special lunch and early evening set menu (three courses £50, four courses £55). Running until the end of March, the campaign celebrates the city’s dynamic food culture with dishes that nod to legendary street food and multicultural influences, from Makai Matar Tikki Chaat and Chowpatty Vada Pao to Malwani Prawn Curry and Parsi-inspired desserts, all reflecting the rich, diverse flavours of India’s coastal metropolis alongside curated cocktails that echo Mumbai’s iconic tastes.
DREAM OF NEW YORK WITH THIS The Mark Assouline book
The Mark Hotel has officially unveiled its long-anticipated collaboration with Assouline: a custom book written by Derek Blasberg celebrating the hotel’s legendary glamour, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of Jacques Grange’s transformative redesign. The book gives readers an insider tour of this Upper East Side icon, which is part pied-à-terre, part discreet clubhouse for its sophisticated guests (with curated experiences such as a private sailboat and a custom pedicab, also known as the ‘Bergdorf Goodman Express’, and North America’s largest penthouse suite), offering a look at Grange’s visionary re-imagination, a property brought to life with bespoke pieces by luminaries like Karl Lagerfeld and Guy de Rougemont. It also spotlights the extraordinary guests and cultural figures who have shaped The Mark’s mythology – particularly its star-studded role as the unofficial home of the Met Gala. From Caviar Kaspia at The Mark and The Mark Restaurant by Jean-Georges to its storied penthouse and whimsical experiences, this new Assouline tome captures the audacity, artistry, and unmistakable allure that make The Mark an icon.
USE THIS ON YOUR SKIN LOYA
Skincare routines are becoming more intentional, and optional add-ons are now becoming foundations are part of a skincare regime. LOYA, a brand rooted in Swiss precision, is driven by a holistic approach to ageing, one that goes beyond appearance but also prioritises how we feel. Central to the brand is a system that is designed to help double collagen production and restore firmness. Sound interesting? Of course! From an educational standpoint, the key product ‘Resurfacing Dew Essence’ sits between cleansing and serum. While serums are formulated to target specific concerns such as pigmentation, fine lines, or breakouts, essences are designed to rehydrate the skin after cleansing, support renewal, and enhance absorption. Applied nightly post-cleanse, LOYA’s Resurfacing Dew Essence acts as a preparatory step for serums and moisturisers. With consistent use, skin appears more resilient, balanced, and luminous across. With the conversations around skincare constantly evolving, LOYA’s Resurfacing Dew Essence serves as the perfect way to educate on where this often-overlooked category truly fits within a routine, and just how effective it really is.
TAKE A WALK TO SEE THIS Art After Dark
Art After Dark launches in London this week , the kind of cultural experience that turns an ordinary evening into an urban adventure. The West End literally glows after dusk as enormous public artworks, including Rise and Shine, a towering seven-metre stack of disco light boxes by London artist Lakwena Maciver, illuminate with colour and music in the heart of Piccadilly Circus, drawing you out to explore the city’s creative spirit. Beyond these dazzling installations, galleries and museums keep their doors open late, bars and live venues host spontaneous performances, as well as the National Gallery which transforms into an after-hours destination with a DJ set led by drag star Bimini. It’s a week when London’s nightlife feels alive with art, music, and that irresistible city buzz.
ORDER THIS FOR VALENTINE'S The Newt's ‘Be My Valentine’ hamper
If dining in is on the cards this Valentine’s Day, take a piece of country indulgence into your own home with The Newt’s seasonally focused, farm-fresh products. For couples with some culinary creative flair, order in their ‘Low+Slow’ cooked meats range, which come ready to pop in the oven. Serving two, the range includes a Spiced Treacle Beef Brisket, glazed with treacle and aromatic spices and pre-cooked ‘low and slow’ for 12 hours; and the Confit Duck Legs, seasoned with rosemary, thyme and garlic. Add to this The Newt’s vegetable boxes filled with the bounties of the season, perfect for sides. While dinner is cooking, pour yourselves an aperitif concocted with one of The Newt’s unique and refreshing gins. Their peach-hued Red Love Gin, distilled in Somerset, is crafted with its namesake apple and botanicals inspired by their gardens. Accompanying the feast, diners can enjoy a glass of red from The Newt’s South African sister estate, Babylonstoren, choosing from a dry, full-bodied Nebukadnesar 2022, a Bordeaux-style blend; or Babel 2024, a red wine combining Shiraz, Merlot and Pinotage. To finish, serve up one of their favourite sweet treats, a Pear and Bramble Tart, made in the estate bakery. And add a ‘Be My Valentine’ hamper, filled with blush pink treats, including the 1934 Rose Candle, Cinnamon Bun Blonde Chocolate, and a bottle of Mourvèdre Rosé 2025, and stomachs will be full and hearts melted.
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