KCR Spring 2025 Magazine - Flipbook - Page 11
Luna Verde – Plant-Based Fine Dining in Notting Hill
Sustainable dining is at the forefront of the culinary conversation in
2025, and Luna Verde is leading the charge. This plant-based 昀椀ne dining
concept rede昀椀nes vegan cuisine, featuring a locally sourced, zero-waste
approach that showcases the richness of vegetables, nuts, and alternative proteins in innovative ways.
Expect dishes such as tru昀툀e-infused mushroom mille-feuille, heritage
beetroot tartare with black garlic, and a coconut panna cotta with yuzu
and elder昀氀ower. The restaurant is also one of the 昀椀rst in London to o昀昀er
an entirely biodynamic wine list, perfectly curated to complement the
menu.
Where: Westbourne Grove, Notting Hill
Discover Luna Verde: www.lunaverdelondon.com
Boutique & Fashion Flagship Launches: The Most Stylish
Openings
Kensington & Chelsea has always been a luxury shopping destination,
but 2025 is seeing an in昀氀ux of exclusive brands opening new 昀氀agships
and concept stores in the borough.
Bottega Veneta’s Private Client Lounge – A New Level of
Exclusivity
Luxury lovers will be thrilled by, o昀昀ering a bespoke, by-appointment
shopping experience. This ultra-exclusive space allows high-net-worth
clients to preview limited-edition collections, personalised accessories,
and one-of-a-kind couture pieces in complete privacy.
Designed with Bottega’s signature understated elegance, the lounge
also features seasonal collaborations with leading contemporary artists,
making it as much an art space as it is a luxury shopping haven.
Show, the most prestigious gardening and design event in the world.
Held in the stunning grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, the 2025
edition promises spectacular 昀氀oral displays, conceptual gardens by
leading designers, and luxury lifestyle showcases from brands such as
Asprey, Lalique, and Bentley.
Where: Royal Hospital Chelsea
Book Chelsea Flower Show Tickets: www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/rhschelsea-昀氀ower-show
Serpentine Pavilion 2025
Launching mid-June, the Serpentine Pavilion 2025 is one of London’s
most celebrated architectural showcases. Designed by a world-renowned
architect yet to be announced, the Pavilion o昀昀ers an artistic retreat in
the heart of Kensington Gardens, with installations, talks, and events
throughout the summer.
Where: Kensington Gardens
Visit Serpentine Pavilion: www.serpentinegalleries.org/whats-on/serpentine-pavilion-2025
Masterpiece London 2025
Returning from 26 to 30 June 2025, Masterpiece London is the world’s
leading cross-collecting art fair, bringing together masterpieces from
antiquity to contemporary art and design. Hosted at the Royal Hospital
Chelsea, it’s a must-visit for collectors, connoisseurs, and lovers of 昀椀ne
craftsmanship.
Where: Royal Hospital Chelsea
Discover Masterpiece London: www.masterpiecefair.com
Where: Sloane Street, Chelsea
More on Bottega Veneta: www.bottegaveneta.com
The Best of Kensington & Chelsea This Spring
The Row – A Minimalist Dream Comes to Chelsea
For those who appreciate quiet luxury, the opening of The Row’s 昀椀rst
standalone London store is a major event. Founded by Mary-Kate and
Ashley Olsen, The Row is known for its timeless silhouettes, impeccable tailoring, and ultra-luxe materials. The Chelsea boutique promises
an intimate, gallery-like shopping experience, featuring exclusively
designed furniture, curated vintage pieces, and the brand’s signature
collections.
Where: Pavilion Road, Chelsea
Visit The Row: www.therow.com
Cultural Events & Exhibitions: The Art & Theatre Highlights of
the Season
Beyond its culinary and fashion scene, Kensington & Chelsea remains
one of London’s most vibrant cultural hubs, with a host of must-visit
exhibitions, performances, and events taking place this spring and early
summer.
Tate Britain’s “Beyond Bloomsbury” – A Look at the Icons of
British Modernism
The Bloomsbury Group remains one of Britain’s most in昀氀uential artistic
movements, and this major Tate Britain exhibition explores its impact
on modern art, literature, and design. Featuring works by Virginia
Woolf, Vanessa Bell, and Duncan Grant, alongside pieces from contemporary artists inspired by the movement, this exhibition is set to be one
of the season’s cultural highlights.
Where: Tate Britain, Millbank
Explore Beyond Bloomsbury: www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-britain/
beyond-bloomsbury
Chelsea Flower Show 2025 – The Most Elegant Garden Event
of the Year
No spring calendar would be complete without the Chelsea Flower
With world-class restaurant launches, luxury boutique openings, and
an exceptional cultural calendar, Kensington & Chelsea continues to set
the standard for high-end living in London. Whether you’re booking an
exclusive dining experience, refreshing your wardrobe with the latest
fashion 昀椀nds, or indulging in the borough’s 昀椀nest cultural events, there’s
something extraordinary to discover this season.
Image: Serpentine 2025 Pavilion A Capsule in Time, designed by
Marina Tabassum, Marina Tabassum Architects (MTA). Design render,
aerial view. Photo: © Marina Tabassum Architects (MTA). Courtesy
Serpentine.
