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Tempus Hot List: December 2025
By Tempus | 27 November 2025 | Culture, Design, Food & Drink, Lifestyle
We’re at the end of the year, which means there is a lot to do in London as it goes into full festive mode – here are some of the most exciting things to do in the city in December
A yule log masterclass at Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester
What better way to spend the festive season in London than by attending a yule log making masterclass with the chefs helming a three Michelin-star restaurant? For one day only, Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester is bringing back its intimate masterclass with an exclusive chocolate yule log masterclass on Saturday 6 December. Led by executive pastry chef, Valentin Jollivet, the experience offers behind-the-scenes access to crafting a show-stopping three Michelin starred yule log. Exclusive to five guests only, the hands-on 11am to 1pm session guides guests through creating a festive yule log with an Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester twist from start to finish.
alainducasse-dorchester.com
Belmond British Pullman Christmas lunch with Veuve Clicquot
Heading into Christmas, British Pullman, a Belmond Train has unveiled a gorgeous Christmas lunch journey experience with Veuve Clicquot. Running until 21 December, the offering captures the magic of Christmas, toasting to the festive season with a champagne reception courtesy of Veuve Clicquot. This is followed by a British five-course seasonal menu, paired with wines chosen by The British Pullman’s inimitable sommelier. The main course is accompanied by a special Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame 2018 pairing. Coffee, tea, and petit fours are also served before guests bid farewell. All this within the British Pullman’s vintage carriages that capture the spirit of Christmas with bespoke decorations and tablescaping befitting of the train’s art-deco heritage.
belmond.com
Wes Anderson: The Archives at the Design Museum
If you’re a film aficionado with a penchant for Wes Anderson’s distinct style of filmmaking, the latest exhibition at the Design Museum is one for you. Wes Anderson: The Archives provides a rare introspection into the career of the Oscar-winning director through his extensive collection of archives. Items on display range from storyboards, props, sketches, polaroids and famed costumes from various films like The Grand Budapest Hotel, Fantastic Mr Fox, Asteroid City, The French Dispatch, The Darjeeling Limited and more. It charts the evolution of Anderson’s entire film career – from short films of the 1990s to 2025’s The Phoenician Scheme – offering unprecedented access to the filmmaker’s extensive archives.
designmuseum.org
Christmas tree hopping at The Ned and Claridge’s
There are many Christmas trees popping up all over London in December, but none are more exciting than Claridge’s designer tree by Burberry and The Ned’s debut tree collaboration with The Macallan. Both trees are now available for public viewing, with The Ned’s creation taking inspiration from The Macallan’s rich DNA. It features Macallan’s signature red woven through elements of oak and copper, and is adorned with copper baubles inspired by Macallan’s copper stills. Meanwhile, Burberry has adorned Claridge’s tree with 600 bows made out of surplus Burberry fabrics, alongside some hanging bells and chess-piece decorations inspired by the brand’s equestrian knight designs. An experience made luxurious with a tipple or two at each location, this could be a great way to explore the festive decorations across the city.