Dua’s Favourite Restaurants To Visit During London Fashion Week

Another week, another fashion week – after the whirlwind of New York, the next stop for the shows is my hometown of London. Admittedly, it’s never quiet here, but as anyone who’s experienced it during the shows will tell you, the city always comes alive during fashion week.

Whether you’re sat front-row or wandering the streets, you can’t miss the buzz: from the crowds of people dressed up in the wildest clothes to the photographers waiting to capture them – and, of course, the vibe after-dark, when the fashion crowd spills out of the shows and into the city’s best bars, restaurants and clubs to keep the party going.

So, to celebrate, we’ve dedicated this week’s stories and our socials to a weekend of fashion, food and frolicking around London. Look out for our interviews with designer Dimitra Petsa of Di Petsa and Talia Byre ahead of their shows this weekend, and join us over on TikTok for real-time reactions of our favourite runways, presentations and an insider’s look at what really goes on backstage.

And, if you’re in the city and simply looking for recommendations, Mike Davies – the man behind cult foodie spot The Camberwell Arms – shares where to eat, drink and dance in Southeast. Speaking of which, here’s a few London favourites of my own to add to your list...

1. Canteen – The team behind The Pelican has created the relaxed, old-school charm of a traditional deli in Notting Hill, with fuss-free, delicious food to match.

2. Fonda – If you love Mexican food, you have to try this Mayfair spot, it’s the latest restaurant by Santiago Lastra.

3. Quality Chop House – The hype for this Farringdon spot is well deserved – if you’re a steak lover, it’s unmissable!

4. Ida – A beautifully quaint Italian restaurant in Queen’s Park, the home-cooked-style dishes make you feel like you’re dining in someone’s kitchen.

5. Urchin – This six-month pop-up by chef Yuji Shimokawa at Dreams in Holland Park serves some of the best Japanese food I’ve had in London.

Until next week!

Dua x