Moon landings: celebrating the Apollo II anniversary in 2019
20 July marks 50 years since the first Moon landing, and celebrations are underway on both sides of the Atlantic.
Photo story: The London tradition of pie 'n' mash
There can be few institutions more synonymous with the East End of London than pie ’n’ mash shops
London calling
With London home to more multi-millionaires than any other city, and this summer seeing the opening of a host of five-star hotels and high-profile restaurants, it’s time to skip Paris and New York: if you want to live large for the weekend, there’s no better place than London
Meet the urban cheesemakers: what I learned making cheese in North London
Learn how to get your cheese fix at home with this beginners’ workshop
Three chefs on veganism in London
Three Hackney-based chefs discuss ingredients, misconceptions and how plant-based cuisine is taking over the capital — starting in the east
My Life in Cities: Michael Palin
As part of National Geographic's Cities Special, the travelling Python talks about his fondness for Calcutta, the excitement of Istanbul – and the two British cities he’s called home.
Tried & Tested: Din Tai Fung, London
Famous for its intricate soup dumplings, the Taiwanese chain has caused a stir with its first UK branch in London’s Covent Garden. But does it live up to the hype?
Tried & Tested: Berenjak, London
A chic new opening in London’s West End aims to refine and redefine the kebab. But with such speedy service, can it shake off that fast-food image?
London's best alternative brunches
Our pick of the capital's surprising – but delicious – brunch offerings, from a Sri Lankan spread to Cali-Mexican in a vegan pub
Tried & tested: Jolene, London
Bakery by day, restaurant by night, Jolene is an atmospheric new opening in North London that's taking a fresh-yet-ancient approach to bread and pasta
