{"id":51977,"date":"2023-10-06T14:36:16","date_gmt":"2023-10-06T14:36:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/?p=51977"},"modified":"2025-02-19T12:21:52","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T12:21:52","slug":"autumnal-activities-events-in-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/autumnal-activities-events-in-london\/","title":{"rendered":"Autumnal Activities and Events in London"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size\">Discover activities and events in London this Autumn, from picturesque nature walks to bustling art fairs. Explore our guide to the perfect autumnal day out.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size\">Every year, somehow, autumn sneaks up on the city. One day, evenings feel endless and filled with light right up to the edge of the night, and the next, it\u2019s suddenly getting dark at half seven. A sure sign that autumn has arrived. Still, this yea,r London is being treated to prolonged pleasant weather with days happily playing summer still while rain is, magically, somewhat at bay. It\u2019s a beautiful time of year. A walk through any park shows yellows, oranges, and browns trying to displace the green.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Autumn-leaves-1024x515.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Autumn leaves in a park\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Autumn-leaves-1024x515.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Autumn-leaves-300x151.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Autumn-leaves-768x386.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Autumn-leaves-1536x773.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Autumn-leaves.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">&nbsp;\u00a9 TfL<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s possibly the best time of year to visit the city or appreciate what it has to offer if you already reside here. The streets are noticeably emptier \u2013 especially around the most popular landmarks, school is back in session, and it\u2019s just that little bit easier to get a reservation at some of the most coveted restaurants. Many of the activities in autumn are simply more pleasant than during the summer months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">In autumn, the charm of the city abounds. There\u2019s plenty to do whether you\u2019re visiting for the first time or are a resident looking to try something new. Join us to explore the notable autumn activities in London to enjoy alone, with friends, a partner, or the whole family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-2-font-size\">London\u2019s Autumn Events<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">While summer seems like the busiest season in London \u2013 and there\u2019s always a lot to do \u2013 autumn is a close second, especially for lovers of food, culture, and nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-3-font-size\">Art and culture in London<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-frieze-week-2018-xl-hd-1024x515.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Frieze Art Fair sign in Regent&#039;s Park\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-frieze-week-2018-xl-hd-1024x515.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-frieze-week-2018-xl-hd-300x151.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-frieze-week-2018-xl-hd-768x386.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-frieze-week-2018-xl-hd-1536x773.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-frieze-week-2018-xl-hd.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">&nbsp;\u00a9 Luxury London<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Every October, The Regent\u2019s Park plays host to Frieze London, a contemporary art fair that was founded in 2003. This year, it\u2019s on from the 11th to the 15th of October. The art fair is one of the most influential fairs globally and its focus is solely on contemporary and living artists. This year, the fair will mark its 20th anniversary with a special programme. Every year, Frieze London shines a spotlight on the most exciting emerging and established artists working today. Within walking distance, you can also visit Frieze Masters where the relationships between historical and contemporary art is explored. Here, you\u2019ll see work made before the year 2000. Frieze Sculpture is the fair\u2019s free counterpart and can be viewed in the Regent\u2019s Park English Gardens, where outdoor artworks can be viewed by anyone. Every year, the Frieze fairs attract around 60,000 people including art professionals, art novices, and art enthusiasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The Royal Academy is worth visiting any time of the year. It\u2019s home to Britain\u2019s longest-established art school, and much of its collection is always on display. The building deserves to be seen; the 17th mansion on Piccadilly was recently linked with the 19th-century former university building, allowing visitors to wander freely between the two. Stop in to see the permanent collection or to enjoy a coffee surrounded by art and architecture. Currently, the Royal Academy has a few temporary exhibitions like \u2018Impressionists on Paper: Degas to Toulouse-Lautrec\u2019, and a significant exhibition of Marina Abramovic\u2019s work presenting key moments from the artist\u2019s 50-year spanning career of performances, video, sculpture, and installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"514\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/RA-1024x514.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/RA-1024x514.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/RA-300x150.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/RA-768x385.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/RA-1536x770.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/RA.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">&nbsp;\u00a9 Royal Academy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">If that\u2019s not enough art, there are multiple other galleries worth a visit, including private and public ones. The National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery are both conveniently located around Trafalgar Square, while a little further afield in Millbank, in the City of Westminster, you will find Tate Britain. Just a stone\u2019s throw from The Ritz, you\u2019ll also find galleries like Thaddeus Ropac, Gagosian Gallery (on Grosvenor Hill), Halcyon Gallery, and Hauser &amp; Wirth; all of these display modern, contemporary, and fine art. Anyone with an interest in antiques should make a stop at the Mayfair Gallery on South Audley Street, which displays a wide array of 19th-century art and furnishings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-2-font-size\">Shopping in London<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s no better way to mark the start of a new season than with a spot of shopping. Make your way to Saville Row, where a plethora of exclusive tailors are on hand to create truly bespoke garments. The stores on Savile Row are only let out to businesses that continue the tradition of hand-tailoring. Only a few steps away, you\u2019ll find the opulent Burlington Arcade featuring 46 boutiques, many of which are world-exclusive, like the Manolo Blahnik men\u2019s shoe boutique. In the Arcade, you\u2019ll find an edited selection of designer brands offering cashmere, leather goods, fragrances, and antiques alongside exquisite jewellery and watches. Your shopping options are vast as the Mayfair area is globally renowned for its selection of designer stores, all set in a historic London area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Burlington-Arcade-1024x576.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Burlington Arcade close to The Ritz London\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Burlington-Arcade-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Burlington-Arcade-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Burlington-Arcade-768x432.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Burlington-Arcade-1536x864.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Burlington-Arcade.avif 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-2-font-size\">Food and drink events in London<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">London is one of the world\u2019s most exciting cities regarding food. Chefs from all over the globe have made the city their home, bringing the best tastes of Italy, Japan, Mexico, France, Spain, Turkey, Peru, and many more. The restaurant scene in London is diverse and impossible to define, with some restaurants working to establish their style combined with the presence of culinary stalwarts that have perfected their craft over decades, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/dine-with-us\/the-ritz-restaurant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Two Michelin Star Ritz Restaurant<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"581\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Ritz-Restaurant-ladies-1024x581.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"The Ritz Restaurant Team\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Ritz-Restaurant-ladies-1024x581.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Ritz-Restaurant-ladies-300x170.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Ritz-Restaurant-ladies-768x436.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Ritz-Restaurant-ladies-1536x872.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Ritz-Restaurant-ladies.avif 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">One way to celebrate the creme de la creme that London restaurants offer is by attending the autumn edition of the London Restaurant Festival. The festival was established 15 years ago as a way to uplift and celebrate the city\u2019s food and drink scene with a mix of masterclasses, special dinners and dishes, and restaurant tours popping up city-wide. This year, it officially starts on the 30th of September and runs throughout the month of October. The celebration will begin with a special evening at Market Halls Oxford Street, a street-food hotspot that brings together multiple global flavours under one roof. Restaurant tours, offered as part of the festival, are a great way to get a taste of a selection of restaurants in different areas of London. The first one is the Islington tour, which will visit the neighbourhood\u2019s tapas spots. Next is the Belgravia tour, which will showcase a few meat-centric locations. The final tour is of the up-and-coming Kings Cross food scene, where the food will have a contemporary flair.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-split flush alignfull\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignfull is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-stretch is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"c-block__item__media js-lazy  u-fx--fade-in u-focus--center \" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/RUE-DE-RIVOLI-4.avif\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"c-split-content \"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-bdcfc538 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"min-height:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group u-w-100 wp-container-content-9cfa9a5a is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s not just food that\u2019s getting a dedicated festival this autumn \u2013 cocktail lovers should mark the 12th to the 22nd of October for London Cocktail Week. Yes, a whole week is dedicated to the art and craft of cocktail making, showcasing classics and mixology experiments. Launched in 2010, it\u2019s the world\u2019s original Cocktail Week, billing London as the \u2018cocktail capital of the world\u2019. The celebration takes place across the best bars in the city, and they will create special \u2018signature\u2019 cocktails to mark the occasion. A full schedule of one-off events, masterclasses, immersive pop-ups, special menus, and international takeovers will also be full.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">You can taste the magic and craft of mixology any week at The Ritz\u2019s Rivoli Bar, where our mixologists have been working on a new and seasonal cocktail menu that will impress. Come and experience one of the new tipples in the bar\u2019s sumptuous surroundings this autumn to see what our master bartenders have concocted. Or you can opt for something classic, which we will always gladly make for you. The design of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/dine-with-us\/rivoli-bar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Rivoli Bar<\/a><\/strong> is based on the Orient Express; expect to be enveloped in rich tones of gold, red velvet, and luxurious shine.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-2-font-size\">Autumnal parks and nature in London<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">One of the beauties of this season in the city is seeing how different it looks when the sun sits lower in its zenith, and the vegetation has taken on that golden-orange hue. Nowhere is this better to observe than in one of London\u2019s green spaces. Visitors are spoiled for choice since London was named Europe\u2019s greenest city in 2022, boasting over 3,000 parks and gardens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Perhaps London\u2019s most famous park is Hyde Park. Visit the acres of lush land and the Serpentine Lake, which is perfect for a stroll, or you can even opt for a pedalo ride. Inside the park, you\u2019ll also find the Serpentine Gallery should you wish to combine a day in nature with something cultural.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/green-park-autumn-1024x516.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Autumn leaves falling from trees\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/green-park-autumn-1024x516.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/green-park-autumn-300x151.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/green-park-autumn-768x387.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/green-park-autumn-1536x774.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/green-park-autumn.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Anyone staying at The Ritz will be familiar with the beauty of The Green Park, the park that our suites lookout on, as if a private garden. It\u2019s always a beautiful option for a stroll, especially after breakfast and at lunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The Regent&#8217;s Park may already be on your radar if you are planning to visit the Frieze fairs, but it is also a must-visit for the views on display. The park has two different gardens, Queen Mary\u2019s Gardens and Avenue Gardens, full of floral displays that highlight historic fountains and pretty planters, plus a lovely lake. Keen and amateur ornithologists should be on the lookout for the park\u2019s 120 species of birds. There is also a population of hedgehogs and 5,000 varieties of tree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"517\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Richmond-Deer-1024x517.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Herd of Deer in Richmond Park\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Richmond-Deer-1024x517.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Richmond-Deer-300x151.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Richmond-Deer-768x388.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Richmond-Deer-1536x775.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Richmond-Deer.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 National Geographic<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">A little further afield from The Ritz is London\u2019s Richmond Park. Though less than an hour away from Mayfair, stepping foot there feels like somewhere entirely new. The open golden woodland sees fallow and red deer populations roam freely at all times of the day. A landscape of trees and low grasses makes way for wild wetlands where even more wildlife can be spotted. It\u2019s a big park so it\u2019s worth giving yourself a good amount of time to take everything in. Please refer to our informative<a href=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/london-royal-park-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <strong>guide to London&#8217;s best parks<\/strong> <\/a>for more inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/alexandrapalace-1024x516.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"fireworks over london skyline\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/alexandrapalace-1024x516.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/alexandrapalace-300x151.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/alexandrapalace-768x387.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/alexandrapalace-1536x774.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/alexandrapalace.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> \u00a9 Alexandra Palace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">One of London\u2019s most spectacular autumnal outdoor activities is Bonfire Night. In 1605, Guy Fawkes hatched and failed to execute the Gunpowder Plot, and unwittingly started a tradition that\u2019s known in Great Britain as Guy Fawkes Night or Bonfire Night. It\u2019s celebrated on the 5th of November every year and marked with spectacular firework displays. In London, you can see the displays in a few different areas including Alexandra Palace and Richmond Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-2-font-size\">Autumn celebrations at The Ritz<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Autumn is also in full swing at The Ritz, especially in our Michelin-starred Ritz Restaurant, where expert chefs have carefully redesigned the menu with the season\u2019s change. Our Executive Chef, John Williams MBE, is meticulous about using only the best seasonal British ingredients for a true taste of seasonal dining. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout the day. Its lavish interiors &#8211; ornate furniture and classic decor &#8211; make it the ideal spot for autumn celebrations. While dining you\u2019ll experience Escoffier-inspired cuisine that balances the line between food and art. You can choose menus, including our signature five or seven-course Epicurean Journey tasting menus. What\u2019s more, every Friday and Saturday, you can experience dancing alongside your dining experience, accompanied by live music at \u2018<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/dine-with-us\/the-ritz-restaurant\/live-ritz-restaurant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Live at The Ritz<\/a><\/strong>\u2019, a unique evening filled with glamour from a bygone era.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Luigi-arts-de-la-table-1024x576.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"The Ritz Arts de la Table service in The Two Michelin Star Ritz Restaurant\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Luigi-arts-de-la-table-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Luigi-arts-de-la-table-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Luigi-arts-de-la-table-768x432.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Luigi-arts-de-la-table-1536x864.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Luigi-arts-de-la-table.avif 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/dine-with-us\/the-ritz-restaurant\/sunday-lunch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sunday lunch at The Ritz<\/a><\/strong> is a unique experience and might be one of the best in the whole of London. Though steeped in tradition, the dishes take on classic and contemporary influences interpreted through organic, seasonal experiences. Choose from an \u00e0 la carte menu option or entrust your lunchtime experience to a set menu with a few exquisite options. The Ritz Restaurant offers an experience of dishes under the category of \u2018Arts De La Table\u2019, a timeless dining tradition of table-side service that pays homage to classic dishes and displays the perfect harmony between the kitchen and service. Why not try dishes like Hay Aged Bresse Duck with Cassis and Almond or Beef Wellington with Hen of the Wood and P\u00e9rigord Truffle to see how they\u2019re finished table-side? For a complete gourmand experience, opt for the wine pairing of carefully selected wines that will complement and enhance every course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Whether visiting London for the first time, returning, or exploring your own city, autumn is an undoubtedly magical time to experience everything on offer. It\u2019s the perfect season for long walks in the city\u2019s numerous and extensive parks and gardens, soaking up culture in museums and galleries and, of course, tasting the best of the season\u2019s food on offer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover activities and events in London this Autumn, from picturesque nature walks to bustling art fairs. 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