Sunday 15 April 2018

Things to do this weekend in London, Leeds and New York

A few ideas of things to do this weekend in London, Leeds and New York:

5 Things to Do This Weekend


Wondering what to do this weekend? What's On by Country & Town House is here to help.

We bring you the hottest events and culture in the town and country this weekend – including food, flower and coffee festivals, where to watch the Grand National and our fifth podcast episode taking you on an insider's tour of the Tate Modern...

Enjoy!


Fun for Foodies


1. Live at the Television Centre Festival
Don't miss this festival of food, music and special events popping up at the new Television Centre in White City. With 'test card menus' from Homeslice, Kricket and Patty & Bun, it's strongly advised you arrive hungry. 12-14 April
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2. Hit Up London's Best Food Markets
London is brimming with food markets to satisfy your every need, be it picking up quality groceries, snacking your way through town or sampling the best from local producers. A spring weekend is the perfect time to go exploring.
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3. This Weekend Only


London Coffee Festival

Europe's largest gathering of coffee fans returns to the Old Truman Brewery for a weekend of demonstrations, talks, workshops and, of course, plenty of tastings. Perfect if you've got a latte on your mind...
12-15 April


RHS Flower Show Cardiff

Florist Jonathan Mosely heads to Cardiff this weekend to bring creativity to the Welsh capital. If you can't make it to his demonstrations, read his guide to this spring's floral trends – and then try them for yourself!
13-15 April


The Grand National

The biggest horse racing event of the year returns to Aintree this weekend. Can't make it down? Head to one of these pubs to watch it instead – and don't forget to place your bets on one of these horses (funny names a must)12-14 April

Art & Design


4. Zaha Hadid at The Gallery, Bournemouth
This exhibition explores how Zaha Hadid Architects has tailored its design processes over the past thirty years resulting in some of the world’s most ground-breaking structures. A must-see for design lovers. Until 19 April


5. The What's On Podcast
For our fifth 'What's On' podcast, we speak to Tate Modern curators Nancy Ireson and Andrea Lissoni as we guide you through the 'Picasso 1932 – Love, Fame, Tragedy' and Joan Jonas exhibitions.
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Swing by our Espresso Martini Launch Party tonight to celebrate the opening of The London Coffee Festival.

Sip Baileys flat white martinis, and dance to live music, from our headline act Youngr, and live DJs.

To attend, just book your Friday 4-10pm tickets here, (or get them on the door). If you can't make it tonight, there's still time. 

Snap up one of our remaining tickets for this weekend's sessions here (hurry, though! Saturday Lunchtime is already sold out). 

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Happy Friday New Yorkers,

Editor's note: Headsup guys! We've been having troubles with our tech. After having some trouble publishing articles, we tried restarting, turning it on and off, smacking it a few time, and lastly taking the cartridge out and blowing in it, we've at least managed to set you guys up with the super exclusive, somewhat temperamental preview links. Enjoy your regularly programmed Stoop below:

This weekend started with Friday the 13th, so turn your bad mojo into good luck and find out what's poppin' across the city
🌆🍻💃 Head out tonight, and if you wake up with a hangover, head over to Kay's Boutique for a hangover French toast. If you are Ron Swanson, or someone who likes breakfast very much, Kay's will hit the spot
Love art? Check out this month's art guide to experience the socio-political climate of today's world.  🏙🎇🎨 Plus, The Other Art Fair is on its way to Brooklyn, highlighting emerging artists and giving them a platform to reach the world. 🗽🖼🏙
Or spend the weekend exploring something new. The Bronx houses a delicious culture that exists on Arthur Avenue, which has a sandwich that makes Robert DeNiro salivate. 🇮🇹🥪🤤

Poketeria is creating delicious waves throughout the city, and they have a new Japanese-inspired food creation that will keep you craving more.
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Spring has sprung, meaning your friends will be coming from out-of-town.  Entertaining guests is always fun, but having a bunch of fun planned activites could make someone's visit so much better. Take a look at places to go that never dull the senses! 🏙😁🎟

Music to vibe with: Anderson .Paak - The Bird
Game to grind on: Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp
Art on Fleek
The Other Art Fair is coming to Brooklyn with over 130 independent artists being showcased!
Heralding innovation and creativity over money and status, the Other Art Fair has enough great art to prove that the world is still full of splendor.
Matcha and Breakfast, Oh My!
Kay's Boutique, specializing in all-day breakfast, has incredible that will keep your tastebuds excited!
Whether it's delicious matcha green tea or the groundbreaking "Hangover French toast," stuffed with bacon, eggs and cheese, Kay's has everything to satiate your thai-ste buds.
Let's Get Artsy
The NYC art scene is currently encapsulating socio-political undertones that speak out about the state of today's world.
Check out this month's art guide to see what it's all about.
Be a Weekend Warrior
Want to get out this weekend but you don't know what is poppin'?
Check out this guide that highlights everything going down over the next few days.
Bite Down on Arthur Ave
For seven decades, the Arthur Avenue Market has been world famous for delivering authentic Italian delicacies.
Mike's Deli, inside the market, has a sandwich that makes Robert DeNiro drool.

Find out what's on that bread!
Tour the City
Friends and family are coming to visit and you wanna show them a great New York time.

The only problem, you don't know how to entertain a tourist!
So check out this list of cool things to do while visiting NYC, and yes, it includes freebies.
Sushi. Donut.
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Poketeria, New York's innovator of Japenese raw-cuisine, is blowing up all over the city.
Find out why their newest food trend is making waves in the sushi world.
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This spring has us scratching our heads, so go feed your head with our top theater picks for this season. 💐 🎭🎶
New York's has a rich history, find out the story behind some of the city's landmarks. 🏗🗽 Stopping by the Van Cortlandt House? Grab some Italian after. The Bronx is full of Italian culture, learn about Arthur Street's role in keeping it that way. 🇮🇹🍝😋If you're exploring in Manhattan, try one of the new eateries popping up for spring, here are a few spots to enjoy a nice bite. 🍽🥙🤤 
You deserve to treat yo self, even if the money isn't right. Enjoy a matcha treat from our matcha guide to the city. 🍵😍🌇 Or save up and head out for a budget-friendly escape. Follow these tips and tricks to vacation on a budget. 🤑🏝
Groove on with: Vulfpeck - Back Pocket
Nerd out with: Clash Royale
Curtain Call
Find yourself referencing musicals and plays and no one understanding. Or did Hamilton start an itch Hollywood can't scratch?

The stage is calling!

Check out our favorite theatre picks for this Spring season.
Do Ya Matcha?
Do you loooovvvee matcha? Even if you only like it a little, you are gonna want to hear about these spots.
We take an in depth look at the go-to matcha spots in the Big Apple.
Discover NYC of Yore
There's more to New York than innovating the future, everything starts somewhere.

Beginning as a fur trading post in the early 17th century, New York has a few centuries of history to its credit. 
Explore and learn about NYC's colonial past, it's part in the Revolutionary War and a few of the important landmarks in part one. 
Cheap Travel Tricks
When the money is running low, but you need a vacation, it can be stressful to plan an escape.
Here are a few tricks to have a great trip without breaking the bank!
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Don't believe us? They're Diva approved. As in THE DIVA, approved.  

Find out which Hostel fits your inner diva with our quiz here. 
Pasta Baby
The Bronx's best-kept secret?

NYC's real little Italy on Arthur Street. 
The street is home to Italian and Italian and American eateries and businesses, and you know what that means (great food). 
I'm On A Boat
This Cinco de Mayo, spoiledNYC is booze cruising down the East River.
Grab a friend or seven and get your tickets now. There's an open tequila and beer bar on board. 
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But now, you can stop crying into your empty wallets, friends. Our friends over at SpareRoom totally feel your struggle.
And we've teamed up with them to give you what you need—no, really. Rent is literally something you need.

They're picking up the tab for your next month's rent with the Live Rent Free Giveaway.
Eat Great on the Down Low
New food spots are popping up constantly across the city, but which ones are gaining steam?
Bite down on some great new eats that people can't stop talking about.
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