In London this weekend? Try a beer festival, pizza party, cinema trip & more

Is your calendar empty this weekend? Or maybe a friend has cancelled on you last minute? Fear not, London offers plenty of entertainment at the weekend, whether it's bleak and raining or bright sunshine. Foodies and film fanatics alike will find fun things to do in the capital, including a craft beer festival and a pizza party. We've narrowed down our favourites...

Dine in a jungle-themed rooftop restaurant

If Madera at Treehouse London isn't on your radar, it really should be. Possibly one of the trendiest restaurants we've seen in a while, Madera serves up modern Mexican cuisine with a Californian flair. As the little sister of acclaimed restaurant Toca Madera in Los Angeles, this London outpost is just as chic and stylish, offering a sophisticated setting with its raw wood, foliage and earthy theme. The menu, which uses organic and seasonal ingredients, focuses on sharing dishes and there is almost too much choice. But that's no problem. Pick ceviche from the raw bar, tacos from the taqueria, superfoods from the salad bar, specialities served on lava stones and more. The wealth of vegan and gluten-free options is simply impressive, too. We highly recommend tucking into the king shrimp tacos, marinated in garlic, lime and white wine and refreshingly light, as well as the ceviche trio, a flavoursome flight of raw halibut, salmon and tuna, all bathed in mango and citrus marinade. The 'rock' dishes are somewhat of a showstopper; the vegan beef, sliced into medallions, could have passed as prime skirt steak from the naked eye. Although a slightly heavier side dish, the poblano mac n cheese was a real crowd-pleaser and oh so cheesy. All in all, Madera wins for both food and ambience; there's really no way you won't have a good time, soaking up the London skyline and panoramic views from the 15th floor of the venue.

WHEN: Open now

WHERE: 14-15 Langham Place, Marylebone, London W1B 2QS

To book a table visit treehousehotels.com

Tuck into a vegan special at Patty&Bun in Liverpool Street

Vegan food is getting tastier and tastier - and no one is doing it better than Patty&Bun with their wide range of Vegan burgers and sides. From delicious plant-based options such as the 'chicken' burger, which consists of 'this isn't fried chicken' patty, coleslaw, pickled cucumbers, lettuce, garlic aioli and a bun, to their vegan chicken nuggets - this is a top choice. (P.S. there is plenty for meat eaters too)!

WHEN: Open now

WHERE: 22-24 Liverpool St, London EC2M 7PD

To find out more visit pattyandbun.co.uk

Sample beer at Cask 2020

Why head to the pub when there's a craft beer festival taking place on your doorstep? Thirty breweries are coming together in Peckham for Cask 2020 this weekend. Expect to taste an array of delicious cask beers, snack on food from artisanal food and listen to specialist talks. We'll raise a glass to that!

WHEN: 21 - 22 February 2020

WHERE: Copeland Park, 133 Copeland Rd, Peckham, London SE15 3SN

For more information visit affinitybrewco.com

Transport yourself to Spain at Brindisa Kitchen

Spanish foodie favourite Brindisa has popped up in Borough Market and unlike its other sister sites, this cosy, open-air bar is walk-in only and focuses less on its traditional tapas. While you can still order the chain's staple dishes, such as the melt-in-your-mouth ham and cheese croquetas and the classic patatas bravas, Brindisa Kitchen is all about the fresh fish and seafood. Guests are seated around a marble-topped, horseshoe-shaped bar where they can take their pick of the day's freshly landed catches or watch the chefs at work – an experience not dissimilar to eating at Barcelona's bustling La Boqueria food market. Mackerel, sardines, tuna and squid are on the menu but we highly recommend the perfectly grilled scallop, served in a shell with a garlic, lemon and herb dressing. The Iberico solomillo is another highlight, medallions of pork cooked medium rare and drizzled with salt. For dessert, order a portion of churros and chocolate sauce each; trust us, you won't want to share. And of course, wash it all down with a glass of warming sherry.

WHEN: Open now

WHERE: Borough Market Kitchen, Winchester Walk, London SE1 9A

For more information visit brindisakitchens.com

Enjoy a Peruvian brunch

A fabulously lively and colourful celebration of Peruvian unbelievably tasty food and cocktails, COYA Angel Court Saturday brunch is the best way to enjoy the weekend! Upon arrival, enjoy plenty of canapes before tucking into the restaurant's amazing, signature dishes from sashimi, tacos and seaweed crackers, all the while enjoying live music and house-made Pisco-Sours and Bloody Marys for three hours of unlimited bottomless drinks. Mmm!

WHEN: £95pp, 12:30pm - 3:30pm, every Saturday

WHERE: COYA Angel Court, 31-33 Throgmorton St, London EC2N 2AT

To book, visit coyarestaurant.com

Dine at London's most romantic spot

South Kensington's acclaimed Restaurant Ours is a favourite eatery of stars including the Kardashians, Justin Bieber, Rita Ora and Professor Green - and it's not hard to see why! The Mediterranean restaurant is known for its iconic, flower-festooned runway tunnel - designed by Sir Norman Foster - which leads into their stunning woodland oasis restaurant, with real trees and stunning, seasonal fauna to invite nature inside. But more importantly, the food is divine! Make sure you ask the manager Paola's wine recommendation – the Merlot from Italy is hands down delicious.

WHEN: Open now

WHERE: 264 Brompton Rd, South Kensington, London SW3 2AS

Book a table for two here, restaurant-ours.com

Watch Emma in the cinema

WATCH: The trailer for Emma

Raining? No problem. Keep dry and unwind at the cinema with some delicious snacks while watching the latest remake of Jane Austin's Emma. Set in England in the 1800s, the story follows matchmaker-enthusiast Emma Woodhouse who meddles in the love lives of her friends. If you're a fan of Clueless, this should be right up your street.

WHEN: Multiple times

WHERE: Try The Cinema at Selfridges, 40 Duke St, Marylebone, London W1U 1AT

For more information visit thecinemaatselfridges.com

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Share tapas Japanese style at TOKii

Are you a fan of Japanese food? Then you'll want to check out new restaurant TOKii, which has just opened inside luxurious hotel, The Prince Akatoki, in Marylebone. Fresh sashimi and sushi is the order of the day, but if you can't decide between the tuna, salmon, yellowtail, scallops and seabream, then go for the sashimi omakase or the nigiri omakase, an assortment platter. There's a plethora of hot and cold dishes to share, tapas style, and we can't recommend enough the succulent pork belly skewers, tasty ox cheek croquettes, delicate scallops and exotic beef tataki. The mains are just as tempting, and we can attest that each bite of the barbary duck served with sesame greens, yuzu honey and soy sauce is pure heaven. A side of fragrant truffle fries, while not very Japanese, is also another must-order. Wash down your refreshing dishes with a cocktail or two.

WHEN: Open now

WHERE: 50 Great Cumberland Pl, Marble Arch, Marylebone, London W1H 7FD

To book a table visit tokii.co.uk

Food and games at Street Feast's pizza party

Pizza and games - what more could you want? Street Feast has launched Slice World, a pizza party where you can taste special pizza slices by twelve traders for just £2. As well as getting your fill of food from collaborations such as Baz and Fred and Up In My Grill, Ultimate Recreation is also offering some cool games to keep you entertained. From an escape-room game to a paintball target range, pizza box caricaturist and even a Slice Toss, it's sure to be a fun-filled and tasty evening.

WHEN: 21 - 22 February 2020

WHERE: Hawker House, Canada St, Rotherhithe, London SE16 7PJ

For more information visit.eventbrite.co.uk

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Ramen and cocktails at HAKATA Ramen + Bar

Ramen and cocktails go incredibly well together – and at HAKATA Ramen + Bar you will find them both under one roof. The stylish, central London restaurant serves up a feast of tasty Japanese dishes, with an impressive range of vegan and vegetarian options too. We recommend going on an empty stomach, and trying out the Tonkotsu (vegan broth with fried tofu and soy mince), with side helpings of chicken gyozas and aubergine katsu steamed buns. Other side dishes include chicken wings and Japanese style hot sandwiches, while ramen toppings range from garlic chips to shredded chicken. To go with your meal, the drinks list has everything from Japanese craft beer to square root soda, while cocktails are best sipped downstairs in the restaurant's speakeasy-style bar. The staff are on hand to help you find the perfect tipple to suit your fancy – from sweet and sour to palette cleansers. Be sure to try the Tokyo Negroni – with plum sake and fresh satsuma, and the Geisha Kiss – with yuku sake, koko and lychee juice.

WHEN: Multiple times

WHERE: 177 Bermondsy Street, London, SE1 3UW

For more information visit: hakata.co.uk