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Tempus Hot List: March 2023
By Lauren O'Neill | 15 March 2023 | Culture, Food & Drink
From St Patrick’s Day to Victorian cocktails, we gather the best seven things to do, see, and eat in our monthly hot list
* Enjoy a dram of Whisky inspired by characters from Macbeth
Enjoy a dram of Whisky inspired by characters from Macbeth
Merging Scotland's most famous export with some of its most memorable characters, Elixir Distillers have joined forces with Lexi Livingstone Burgess, known for his creative design work with Scotch, to produce a Macbeth – an exclusive collection of Scotch Whisky representing 42 characters from the play, featuring illustrations by none other than Sir Quentin Blake. Featuring five regal malts – each portraying a lead character from Macbeth – the star of Act One is King Duncan, a 56 year old Glen Grant coming in at £10,000.
Act One features nine of its immortal characters and is available to buy now at The Whisky Exchange.
https://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/
Dine at The Freak Scene's new permanent space in West London
Opening this month, former Pan-Asian pop-up, The Freak Scene, opens for the first time as a permanent restaurant in Parson's Green. Founded by Ex-Nobu Chef Scott Hallsworth, the Freak Scene is backed by comedian and host of The Last Leg, Adam Hills, who has been a supporter of Hallsworth since his earlier popups. Fans of The Freak Scene, and Hallsworth's other acclaimed pop-up, Kurobuta, will be delighted to visit its first permanent bricks and mortar site, with its more comprehensive menu – featuring his own take on sushi, sashimi and seasonal fish dishes – and space for 46 diners.
https://www.freakscenerestaurants.com/
Take a spin in a fully electric 1961 Bentley S2 Continental
Giving classic cars a new, eco-friendly makeover, Lunaz Design, has unveiled its latest project – an upcycled 1961 Bentley S2 Continental, the rarest classic car to be transformed to full electric power. One of only four examples of this specific model built, following its restoration at the company's facility in Silverstone, the car – originally powered by a 6.2-litre V8 petrol engine – is now equipped with Lunaz’s in-house designed proprietary modular electric powertrain, which comprises high-grade Tier 1 OEM battery cells and motors, and features extensive use of sustainable and recycled materials.
* Renowned Port house Sandeman – founded by Scotsman George Sandeman – has returned to its home in the City, on St Swithins Lane
Sip Portuguese blends at new City wine bar, Bar 1790
Renowned Port house Sandeman – founded by Scotsman George Sandeman – has returned to its home in the City, on St Swithins Lane, where it had been since 1805, with the opening of new wine bar, Bar 1790, named in honour of the year the company was founded. In a nod to the company's heritage, the wine list, curated by head sommelier, Max Cohn, in partnership with David Gleave MW (Chairman and founder of Liberty Wines) is entirely Portuguese – with the exception of one Champagne and one English Sparkling Wine, and the food menu, created by head chef, Toby Lever, is strongly influenced by traditional Portuguese cuisine. The Sandeman Quarter also plans to re-open next door restaurant, Don, and introduce a programme of wine courses, tastings, dinners, and seminars alongside a private member’s club.
* Be transported back to the Victorian Era at Mr Fogg’s Pawnbrokers in Soho
Be transported back to the Victorian Era at Mr Fogg's Pawnbrokers in Soho
Adding another whimsical venue to its roster of Victorian inspired cocktail bars, Mr Fogg's Pawnbrokers is the latest drinking spot from the London group, situated in the heart of Soho. Following in the footsteps of Mr Fogg's Gin Parlour and Mr Fogg's Apothecary, Phileas Fogg’s wayward half-brother Frank takes the helm of this adventurous new cocktail bar at 50 Dean Street, launching a pawnbrokers to capitalise on the family name. Inspired by pawn shops from the Vicotrian era, cocktails such as The Scales of Justice and Fools Gold, will come served in everything from ‘Ming’ vases to jewellery boxes.
Take a luxurious spring eco staycation at Terrarium in West Sussex
Taking care of your spring staycations, Unique Homestays has a plethora of stunning UK properties in its portfolio, and we're currently lusting after Terrarium in West Sussex. A design lover's dream, this five bedroomed eco-home, clad in silvered timber and surrounded by a regenerative garden, sleeps up to ten guests and comes complete with a crystalline natural swimming pond, wood-fired hot tub, tennis court, Indian canoe and paddleboard. This glass fronted sanctuary – which has previously featured on Grand Designs – wouldn't look out of place in chic Scandinavia with its clean, neutral design and minimalist styling.
Sleeps up to 6 guests (+ 4 children) | From £6,995 per week, £5,250 per short break.
https://www.uniquehomestays.com
* Celebrate St Patrick’s Day in style with strings and Champagne at 116 Pall Mall
Celebrate St Patrick’s Day in style with strings and Champagne at 116 Pall Mall
It wouldn't be a March hot list without referencing St Patrick's Day, but instead of painting the town green and toasting Guinness after Guinness, Searcy's have something a little different in stall this year at 116 Pall Mall. In celebration of the Emerald Isle and its incredible exports, 116 Pall Mall this year honours Paddy's Day with a world-class concert, in partnership with the London Chamber Orchestra, paired with a three course Irish feast. Taking to the stage, Irish singer and violinist Úna Palliser, will perform everything from classic Irish jigs to stunning ballads. And since it is Searcy's after all, it would only be fitting to see in the evening with a crisp glass of Champagne.
Starting from 6pm, with the bar opening from 5pm, tickets are priced at £40 per person, or upgrade with a three-course meal at £75 per person.