Your London Wedding - Page number 9 - September/October 2021 (Issue 79)

AWARD NOMINATION A fitness coach from London, who founded a project based on the legacy left by the 2012 London Olympics, has been nominated for a 2021 National Lottery Award. Born Barikor has been shortlisted in the Sport category for his outstanding work with the project he founded in 2014 called Our Parks which is aimed at providing everyone in the UK with free access to high quality exercise and coaching from top trainers. The former high jumper realised the opportunities he’d had to turn his life around through sport weren’t available to all, so he decided to do something about it. His aspiration and that of Our Parks, was to create a fitter community through the utilisation of facilities at local parks through a council funded initiative. Our Parks allows boroughs to provide coached exercise classes, free of charge for the community within a green surrounding. This year the initiative hit 200,000 users. And what better time to follow the crowd and prioritise your health and fitness than in the run up to your wedding day? Check out https://ourparks.org.uk BOTTOMS UP! Award-winning bar, The Churchill Bar & Terrace in Marylebone, is launching Churchill’s Cocktails recipe book in partnership with Imperial War Museums – and with cocktails trending at weddings, this is a must-read! Available in October 2021, the book will feature 30 recipes inspired by the people, places and passions associated with Sir Winston Churchill, alongside historical insights and anecdotes about the famous wartime Prime Minister. Each recipe has been expertly crafted by The Churchill Bar & Terrace’s team of mixologists, and a handful are much- loved favourites on current and previous bar menus. For those who would like to try the cocktails before they recreate it at home, The Clementine and Churchill Martini are both on the current bar menu which guests can enjoy either in the cosy bar, or outside on the terrace ‒ a hidden gem in central London. Churchill’s Cocktails will be available to purchase from the IWM online shop and in museum branches from 7 th October 2021. Visit www.thechurchillbar.co.uk an d www.iwm.org.uk B IS FOR BONBON Biscuit Boutique is a premium confectionery brand combining intricate porcelain painting with delicious, gourmet vegan and gluten-free chocolate biscuit bonbon. The beautifully crafted collections are now available to purchase from iconic London destinations Selfridges and Harrods, and are guaranteed to offer an undeniably elegant gift for weddings, adding a touch of unique class to any occasion. Biscuit Boutique is a family-owned business, run by mother-and-son duo Judith and George, and his partner Christian. The trio’s past experience ranges from Hungarian porcelain painting to a pâtissier, resulting in a range of sophisticated and complex skills reflected in Biscuit Boutique’s artistic confections. The artisan boxes are a beautiful combination of fused passions inspired by craft, art and synonymous with luxury. The eye-catching collections are available in boxes of 9 or 16, with a range of styles ensuring there’s an option for everyone. The best-selling collections include the beautifully detailed original Portuguese Tile design, as well as the wonderfully bright Exotic Flower chocolate biscuit Bonbons, alongside a string of prestigious artist collaborations such as William Morris and Pierre-Joseph Redouté. The indulgent chocolate bonbon’s new recipe features luscious dark Belgian chocolate with gluten-free and vegan biscuit crumbs and a smooth, yet nutty hazelnut praline filling. The bonbon is then topped with a soft fondant, acting as a canvas for the stunningly painted mosaic designs. Charmingly wrapped, and almost too beautiful to eat, the bespoke service is also perfect for big-day gifting. Check out www.biscuitboutique.co Psst! Turn over to page 11 to win two boxes of bonbons now! WEDDING SHOWCASE Whether you imagine your wedding as intimate or grand, traditional or surprising, The Lansdowne Club is the perfect place to celebrate. As one of London’s most exclusive private members’ clubs, it’s a magical setting steeped in history. With its impressive Neoclassical architecture and elegant interiors, it’s hard to imagine a more enchanting venue for an unforgettable day. The Lansdowne Club will be opening its doors to the public on Tuesday 7 th September 2021, from 2pm to 8pm, for: Something Old…Something New…Something Borrowed…Something Blue… – an exclusive wedding showcase shining a spotlight on this magnificent 18 th -century central London venue. Luxury British brands will also be featuring giving attendees a complete one-stop-shop of everything they will need for a bespoke day where every detail has been meticulously thought of. Champagne and canapés will be served throughout the course of the event and is free to attend, but advance confirmation must be emailed to Sophia Ives, sales manager, on sophia.ives@lansdowneclub.com. Check out www.lansdowneclub.com YOUR ESSENTIALS 9