Make every anniversary golden with these top tips
It’s a yearly dilemma: how to impress your beloved with the perfect anniversary celebration. But in London, there’s something to be found for everyone, whether you’re celebrating one year or fifty.
For a memorable mealYou can’t go wrong with an intimate meal for two, and the place for a special anniversary dinner has to be Clos Maggiore, which has frequently been named London’s most romantic restaurant. Between the excellent sharing dishes and the magnificent cherry blossom canopy that overhangs the dining room, this place will certainly impress your date. Clos Maggiore does book up months in advance, so remember to reserve a table in good time. Another French option - they do romance so well, after all - is Le Pont de la Tour, a great place to sample some of France’s finest dishes. But, while the food is excellent, the main draw is its unrivalled view of Tower Bridge. Make sure to book in well in advance to get one of the coveted window tables. If you’re after something a bit different, try the London Shell Co. instead. A seafood restaurant on a boat, dinner here is served while you chug up the canal to Camden and back. Their five-course set menu can be booked with wine pairings if you’re looking to splash out. For a deluxe drinkFor those in search of somewhere special to drink, Gordon’s is an institution, and deservedly so - it’s London’s oldest wine bar and incredibly atmospheric, although its popularity as a place for a hot date does mean you’ll probably have to wait for a table. If you fancy a cocktail instead, the American Bar at the Savoy is a great option. Its innovative menu helps it rank consistently among the best cocktail bars in the world and the live jazz music every evening doesn’t hurt the atmosphere either. On a dreary day, nothing beats a good, old-fashioned pub with a fireplace, so if your anniversary falls during the cold months, cosy up at the Flask Tavern in Highgate or the Plume of Feathers in Greenwich.