Front page covers don’t come along often so we were thrilled when the July/August edition of Event magazine landed at the office. Not only were we on the cover, which featured our countrified waiting staff, apple press and miniature pigs, but we were also proud to be featured as the double page spread. Showing the RSA in all its apple glory as well as our very own beekeeper and chef Martin Rookard, it also included an interview with over ever glamorous Creative Director, Jules.
Gaining national press coverage and featuring in the likes of Time Out, GQ Magazine and Vice, 41 Portland Place became one of the most prolific London addresses during July. Transformed into the House of Peroni, a month long art installation hosting Italy’s most up and coming artists as well as food from Michelin star chefs the Costardi Brothers, it became the go-to destination for London’s chic and artistic.
The list of businesses was whittled down from more than 100 nominations. The companies which made the list have been in business for less than five years, yet have already proven their drive to succeed by accumulating impressive client lists and working on a number of exciting and high-profile events. The Fab 50 Newcomers are Event’s ones to watch for the future.
We of course celebrated in the only way possible… with lots of cakes from our favourite bakery, Bageriet on Long Acre.
Last week we served up a variety of teas, coffees and delicious pastries to not only World and Olympic cycling champion, Laura Trott, but also the Mayor of London, Boris Johnson.
The launch was to unveil Prudential, Britain’s largest insurance group, as title sponsor of the Mayor’s Ride London, a new two-day world-class cycling event that will form a key strand of the post 2012 Olympic and Paralympic legacy.
Helping the Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) celebrate the charity’s annual Supper Club in style, H&J were asked to plan a glamorous after party at one of London’s newest and most spectacular venues, One Mayfair. Taking place on October 31, 50 dazzling dinner parties were held simultaneously in some of the UK’s finest restaurants and private residences to raise money for the THT charity. H&J’s events and sales team were also in attendance, taking a table at The Goring. At the end of the meal guests were whisked off in a fleet of taxis to the exclusive after party, ready to be greeted by a team from H&J.
The 450 guests were treated to delicious late night fare and cocktails, which were designed specially for the event, including the Pink Pigeon Rum Swizzler, Blue Disco and Ketel One Flirtini.Dressing the venue in extravagant silks of pink and white, H&J not only expertly styled the event, but also planned every last detail, from the lighting and production to the food and drink.
Guests enjoyed entertainment from DJ Prince Nelly during the star-studded evening, which was attended by Graham Norton, Sue Perkins, Ronni Ancona, Russell Tovey, Tracy-Ann Oberman, Charles Worthington, Dan Gillespie Sells and Matthew Cain.
This year’s event raised more then £90,000 for THT, which supports sexual health and HIV in the UK.
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