Robotic Barman Descends on the UK!

Posted on 01.07.08

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Video Interview: The Guillemots

Posted on 12.06.08

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Brit Awards Nominations 2009		Commented on 19.02.09 @ 16:15		read this post
Dammit! I didn't get too many of those right, did I? Duffy and Katy Perry were sure to win so I won't claim too much credit for those. Sod it, I will. Yay me!

Chinawhite Closing		Commented on 16.12.08 @ 15:11		read this post
Good spot pari5, at the time of writing I hadn't been informed of the new date... Well, the Mayfair Club has just opened... Now, it's a gentleman's club, but at 3.30am at weekends it transforms into a late night commercial club and is meant to be pretty cool. I also really rate Taman Gang. This used to just be a swanky A-list restaurant, but now does club nights from 10pm - it is awesome and has a similar, if less trashy, vibe to Chinawhite with a Buddha-style theme. Of course, there are newbies Vendome Mayfair and Jalouse to fill the void, Jalouse is members only but you can get in on Weds and Thurs if you're on the list and look the part... Hope that helps! Good luck finding a new haunt...

London Members Clubs		Commented on 09.12.08 @ 10:59		read this post
No problem, thanks for your questions... Ahh I see... Well, becoming a member in these current troubled economic times should be a little easier as people start to reign in the money... Again, I'd suggest doing your research... Some clubs like Shoreditch House, Groucho Club, Soho House and Victory are very strict about only allowing in people who are from a certain profession - the media and creative industries - and many require that you have two existing members vouch for you as well... These places tend to be really strict on their criteria... However, many clubs are more open... By appointment only usually means they like to meet potential members first... Not quite an interview, but close! They want to make sure you'll fit in with their current members, dress smartly and aren't a time waster. However, it does also give you the opportunity to find out more about the club and have a look round before signing on the dotted line... For these clubs, if you call and say you're genuinely interested in membership then they usually have a member of staff or department who will run through the process with you... Just make sure you prepare like an interview! Check out the details of the clubs you're interested in and work out what they want from members... Make sure you dress the part and remember that they want members! These clubs ARE exclusive, but they are still a business at the end of the day and need membership fees to stay afloat... You may be put on a waiting list for some of the bigger clubs, but it's worth asking the question... Good luck with the hunt! Kelly

London Members Clubs		Commented on 18.11.08 @ 12:21		read this post
The trick is to not let on you're a 'nobody'. It's all about confidence. Never ever lose your rag with a bouncer - just smile sweetly and switch on the charming banter... Try to go in mixed groups or as a couple, as many clubs prefer that... Also, know your members clubs. Places like Groucho Club won't let you in no matter how good a blagger you are, but Jalouse will let you in Weds and Thursdays... If you can meet new people on the scene earlier in the week/evening when places like Burlington Club and Kingly Club allow anyone who looks the part in then it opens the doors to the more exclusive places. Often you have to be recommended by existing members, but if you have the money to spend, it's worth contacting the venues direct to ask about membership. Some clubs only allow in media professionals or creative types and don't care about the money, so do your research... If you go out enough and start mixing in those circles then it's surprisingly easy to get a foot in the door, especially during these credit crunch times... Good luck!

Credit Crunch at London Bars		Commented on 18.11.08 @ 12:14		read this post
Ahh it was a play on the phrase... Maybe I was being a bit too clever for my own good! Well spotted...

London Happy Hour Ban		Commented on 13.11.08 @ 11:04		read this post
My point was, that although I DO get fed up with drunken idiots and sick on the floor, I don't think heading into a nanny state is the right way to go. Perhaps better education when it comes to alcohol and stronger penalties for criminals may help. You'll always get drunken idiots, but I do appreciate happy hours in such cash-strapped times.