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Future Stalwart Indian in SW7
We are delighted to share two exciting updates from PRAVAAS by Chef
Patron Shilpa Dandekar in South Kensington. PRAVAAS has been
recognised by the Michelin Guide, a milestone that re昀氀ects Chef Shilpa’s
dedication to reimagining Indian cuisine through re昀椀ned craftsmanship and modern sensibility. To mark this achievement and the festive
season ahead, PRAVAAS has introduced a special Festive Menu — a
journey through India’s diverse 昀氀avours, celebrating warmth, creativity,
and togetherness. Each dish has been thoughtfully curated to embody
the spirit of the season while staying true to the restaurant’s signature
balance of authenticity and innovation. Please read our review on page…
www.pravaaas.com
Kensington and Chelsea’s Literary-inspired Boutique Hotel
A newly refurbished boutique hotel is coming to London’s Kensington
neighbourhood this coming January and its perfect for KCR readers!
The Kensington Hideaway, formerly the Seraphine Kensington, has
been transformed following a multi-million-pound investment, blending
modern luxury with a literary-inspired design. The redesign blends contemporary elegance with a narrative-driven concept that pays homage to
the Royal Borough’s rich literary heritage. Distinct room categories draw
inspiration from the lives and works of celebrated authors, including
William Makepeace Thackeray, Agatha Christie, T.S. Eliot and P.L.
Travers. The 59-room hotel is a stone’s throw from Kensington High
Street, ideally placed for guests to explore nearby attractions such as
Kensington Palace, the Natural History Museum and Hyde Park. The
hotel’s 35-cover restaurant and bar will o昀昀er a fresh, seasonal menu of
small plates and craft cocktails, making it a new destination for both
hotel guests and locals alike. Rohit Bisht, general manager, said: “We’ve
created a space where comfort, creativity and personal service come
together.”
www.thekensingtonhideaway.com
James Lakeland Dresses The Other House
The Other House is delighted to unveil its new uniform collection in
collaboration with designer James Lakeland. The striking collection
features Italian produced garments that mark the 昀椀rst hospitality collaboration for James since founding his brand in 1992. Our favourite local
luxury club/hotel The Other House, that pioneering group of Residents
Clubs rede昀椀ning hospitality for the modern traveller, unveiled its new
striking Autumn collection of uniforms created in collaboration with the
renowned British designer. They perfectly re昀氀ect The Other House’s
ethos that its team should feel as beautifully dressed as their most
stylish residents.
The bespoke pieces, curated exclusively for The Other House by its interior design team, TOHID, in conjunction with James Lakeland and his
Italian couture studio, will be launched at The Other House South Kensington in December, ahead of the group’s highly anticipated openings in
Covent Garden in 2026 and Belgravia in the pipeline.
www.otherhouse.com
ARKET introduces Kinfolk Notes perfumes in Europe
This December, Nordic design and lifestyle brand ARKET partners with
Kinfolk Notes to launch a collection of eau de parfum fragrances, marking the European debut of the slow luxury and beauty line launched in
Seoul by the creators of Kinfolk Magazine. The 昀椀rst line includes Blue
Velvet, Captain’s Bar, and Spring 1, available in selected ARKET stores
ahead of the holidays. Blue Velvet is a dark yet soft scent of citrus,
昀氀oral woods, and spicy musk; Captain’s Bar is elegant and understated,
with citrus, cypress, and lily of the valley over a warm amber base; and
Spring 1 is delicate and uplifting, blending lemon, herbs, and geranium
on a base of musk and amber.
www.arket.com
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