The Art of Giving – Original Christmas present ideas – Workshops, special menus, and festive services in London’s independent shopping and dining destination
The Fitzrovia Quarter, in the heart of London’s West End, unveils its 2025 Christmas Edit – a celebration of creativity and community. The line-up features original gifts, workshops, and dining experiences from independent retailers, galleries, spas, and restaurants. This area is central but slightly off the beaten track, offering unique beauty experiences and live performances to masterclasses and festive menus. Visitors are invited to rediscover the joy of giving — to loved ones or themselves.
Wednesday 26 November and 3, 10 and 17 December, from 4–7pm, visitors can enjoy a complimentary hot chocolate from The Fitzrovia Quarter mobile hot chocolate bar in Market Place before exploring the area’s shops, studios, and eateries.
LIFESTYLE AND ART:
Gibson Garage London
Here music lovers can plug in and play more than 300 electric and acoustic guitars. Featuring a dedicated Acoustic Guitar Room, this is one of the largest displays of Gibson acoustic guitars in the UK, as well as areas for Epiphone electric, acoustic, and bass guitars, and the biggest display of Kramer guitars in the country. Fans can browse a massive selection of exclusive Gibson apparel, gifts, lifestyle items, gear, and accessories.
The brand is celebrating 130 years of music history with free, live in-store performances throughout November and December.
The Gibson Garage London Acoustic Sessions, located at 61–62 Eastcastle Street, showcase emerging artists in an inspiring space dedicated to craftsmanship and sound. Performances: 11 November Inge Lamboo 5.30 – 6pm / 13 November – Arabella 2 – 2.30pm / 20 November Jamie Grey 2 – 2.30pm / 25 November Christian Greenhalgh 5.30 – 6pm
Gift Idea: Gibson Custom Select 1968 Les Paul Custom Jade Green Murphy Lab Light Aged. This Gibson Custom Select 1968 Les Paul™ Custom features a hand-mixed Jade Green finish with Murphy Lab Light Aging and nickel hardware. Gibson Custom Select showcases what is possible through the Custom Shop with hand-selected specifications chosen by experts at the Gibson Custom Shop. Exclusively available at the Gibson Garage London. £7,699
KEF
Pioneers of sound for over 60 years, KEF continues to lead in audio innovation. Explore their latest collection — from portable speakers to immersive home systems — and book a bespoke listening experience in-store.
Gift Idea: Give the gift of extraordinary sound with the KEF Muo portable Bluetooth speaker. Available in seven vibrant finishes, it distils six decades of acoustic engineering into a beautifully sculpted, on-the-go form. With up to 24 hours of playback, a waterproof and dust-proof design and an operating range from –20 °C to 45 °C, Muo doesn’t just move with you, it becomes a soundtrack to every moment, wherever you are. Price £249.
The Cartoon Museum
A vibrant celebration of British humour and creativity, The Cartoon Museum invites visitors to explore its collection of over 6,000 original works. Perfect for family visits, gift shopping, and creative workshops this season.
Gift Idea: Book Signing by David Ziggy Greene is a house-trained illustrator and cartoonist who draws in the big, smelly city of London. He’s drawn most things as best he can which means that he has been published and read by millions around the world for his illustration journalism, funny comics, cartoons and dog drawings.
Ab-Anbar Gallery
Lose yourself in an exhibition at this contemporary gallery, which promotes artists from the Middle East. See two solo exhibitions at Ab-Anbar Gallery: Antares by Marlon de Azambuja, and A Cosmogram of Holy Views by Dima Srouji, both of which will be on until the 29th of November. Ab-Anbar Gallery will be showing two solo exhibitions, The Symphony of the Birds by Fadia Haddad, and Hyle / Dark Light by Seyed Amin Bagheri, from the 4th of December to the 24th of January. https://ab-anbar.com
WELLNESS
LAPO Skincare
From personalised consultations and state-of-the-art multi-spectral skin analysis to targeted treatments such as acid peels, extractions, and revitalising LED therapy, every step is designed for optimal results. At the heart of the approach lies serum customisation, powered by an exclusive serum selection library, tailoring each treatment to individual skin profiles for unmatched precision and care.
Indulge in the Festive Glow from Head to Body (£175) or the Pre-Holiday Glow Facial (55 mins) featuring needle-free mesotherapy and aromatherapy.
Plus, on 30 November 2025, join LAPO x Gégend for a Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop — a creative seasonal highlight. Pre-booking required https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1871737199349?aff=oddtdtcreator
- £125 per person – inclusive of a LAPO Goodie Bag 🎁
- £150 per person – inclusive of a 30-min LAPO Taster Facial + LAPO Goodie Bag
Cavendish Clinic
Boost your confidence with innovative aesthetic treatments from injectables to fillers, facials and laser hair removal, this clinic is an expert in aesthetics, the UK’s largest body contouring specialists and hair rejuvenation and leading in regenerative medicine. Cavendish Clinic specialises in a 360-degree approach to body contouring treatment programmes, including both surgical and non-surgical treatments.
Gift idea: Key treatment offers exclusive when quoting Fitzrovia Quarter: Winter Hair Regeneration Protocol Hair PRP 1 session £325 + Get a complimentary LaserMD session + 1 Collagen Booster LED Session.
Waldor Clinic
Located in the heart of Fitzrovia, the Waldor Clinic brings together over 50 of the most advanced South Korean technologies under one roof. From AI-powered skin analysis and signature HydraGlass™ facials to cutting-edge non-surgical lifting and doctor-led injectables, every treatment is designed to deliver results that set a new global standard in aesthetics. Combining clinical precision with luxury care, Waldor Clinic is where innovation meets artistry — ensuring every client experience is in expert medical hands.
Gift idea: The signature HydraGlass™ facial is inspired by the renowned Korean glass-skin aesthetic. Each treatment is fully customised, combining advanced Korean technologies for deep hydration, cleansing, and an instantly luminous finish. Perfect as a festive glow treatment or as a thoughtful gift for those who love elevated skincare experiences. Facials £195-£379. 15% off treatments using code XMASGLOW15
Nicola Clarke Salon
A sanctuary for those seeking a festive transformation. Founder Nicola Clarke, colourist to Kate Winslet and Madonna, leads a talented team offering precision cuts, bespoke colouring, and flawless blow-dries. The perfect destination for gifting or a Christmas-ready glow-up.
Gift Ideas: Sam McKnight COOL GIRL CRACKER DUO. Inside, you’ll find the Cool Girl Barely-There Texturising Mist in a travel-friendly 50ml size. Dubbed “the secret to cool girl hair in a bottle”, a few mists will give you that perfect, undone Supermodel volume – £22.00.
The Jeneke superbrush is a cult favourite, wet to dry styling brush. It detangles, speeds up blow drying with its vented body and nylon bristles and stimulates the scalp. Brilliant at combing through conditioner/masks in the shower without pulling, breaking or snagging the hair. They come in a vast array of colours which makes it hard to choose. The smaller brushes that are brightly coloured are £22. The silver/gold/leopard print brushes start at £42.
Health & Performance Studio
Start 2026 strong with the New Year Transformation Package (£500), including tailored training, assessment, and programme design in a state-of-the-art 1600 sq. ft facility. Also offering Winter Wellness Massages from £80 and a series of festive fitness workshops at lunch times and evenings throughout December. Sessions include Strike and Sweat Boxing, Strength Training and Gravity Shift Eccentric Training.
Workshops are bookable – - https://www.evini.com/locations/410/workshops/2a9c77fe00
Prenuvo
Invest in your wellbeing this season with a full-body MRI scan, which provides early detection across 33 vital organs in under an hour. Prenuvo is flipping the script from reactive ‘sick care’ to proactive health care. Using spacious, open-bore MRI scanners, their award-winning whole-body screening is fast (under 1 hour), safe (with no harmful radiation), and non-invasive (with no contrast). The scan helps detect cancers as early as stage one, treatable ‘silent killers’ such as aneurysms, and hundreds of other conditions, including metabolic and neurological diseases. Receive a comprehensive baseline of your current health status, get peace of mind, and take control of your well-being.
Gift idea: Prenuvo Whole Body Scan. Price: £2,499
Sun Kyeong
This Christmas, give the gift of balance and renewal with Sun Kyeong’s Energy and Wellness Centre. Offering a powerful, natural way to boost your energy and overcome stress and fatigue. The signature A Qi Energy Treatment restores the natural flow of energy throughout your body, helping you feel re-energised and uplifted. Combining acupressure with sound vibration, the skilled practitioners deliver Qi energy deep into your body’s energy system. By stimulating key acupressure points, tension is released, circulation is improved, and energy channels unblocked. This dynamic, holistic approach activates your body’s natural healing abilities, enhances vitality, and restores harmony to both mind and body.
Gift idea: A Qi Energy Wellbeing Experience: Deep relaxation & personalised wellbeing guidance – Your loved one will enjoy a rejuvenating Qi Energy treatment, a calming guided class, and a personalised consultation for continued wellbeing. Afterwards, they can unwind in peaceful surroundings, sipping herbal tea and enjoying organic fruit, leaving refreshed, recharged, and uplifted. Special Offer: * 1 person: £50 (was £100) * 2 people: £90 (was £150).
REVIV
A global leader in precision and personalised nutrition this the only international brand delivering personalised and precision IV therapies and vitamin shots at scale. REVIV empowers individuals to make informed, preventative health decisions. Backed by a dedicated Life Science team of doctors, pharmacists, and scientists, they create therapies based on scientific data and evidence-based clinical research. Specialising in genetics, epigenetics, and nutrigenomics, REVIV’s therapies are tailored to meet everyone’s unique nutritional needs.
FS8
FS8 redefines your average pilates workout. They blend science-backed moves with the best of Pilates, Tone and Yoga to help lengthen, strengthen, stablise and mobilise the body. Think full-body results that go beyond the Reformer – boosting physical strength and mental wellbeing too.
FASHION
Reiss
Reiss has many collections instore including womenswear, menswear, childrenswear and accessories. With an in-house atelier and a design team dedicated to delivering pieces that continuously embody its legacy. Reiss today operates as a modern fashion house, offering attainable luxury collections of unwavering elegance.
ARLETTIE
Arlettie organises the most exclusive sample sales for luxury and fashion brands in London, Paris, Milan, and online. The brand partners include Acne Studios, Max Mara, Eleventy, Jacquemus, Jil Sander, Maison Margiela, Canali, Harrods, Fendi, Zilli, McQueen, Missoni, Montblanc and more. Membership options are £90 per year, offering exclusive access to all our London, Paris, and Milan private sales.
JJ’s House
Get ready to sparkle with JJ’s House. JJ’s House is your ultimate destination for affordable and high-quality wedding gowns and breathtaking special occasion dresses! We offer stunning collections of everything you need to look perfect: spectacular bridesmaid dresses, unforgettable evening gowns, on-trend prom dresses, and elegant attire for any wedding guest! Don’t just look good—be unforgettable! Come and try on your dream dress today, available to browse in-store! Come and try on your dream dress today, available to browse in-store.
Enjoy a phenomenal 15% discount on all in-store dresses. Simply quote the magic code FitzroviaQuarter2025 at the counter. This exclusive offer is valid only for in-store purchases and expires on 31/12/2025. Looking for perfection? JJ’s House also offers an exclusive made-to-order service available right now on our website!
Time+Tide
Founded in 2014, Time+Tide has grown to become one of the world’s leading publishers and retailers in the field of fine watches. Time+Tide creates spaces that blend retail, culture, and community — giving enthusiasts and collectors alike an elevated yet accessible environment to engage with the world of watchmaking.
Gift Guide: Baltic x Time+Tide Hermétique Night Mode £720
EAT, DRINK AND GET TOGETHER
1905
Celebrate at 1905, a stylish and cosy restaurant serving modern Greek cuisine with a Cretan twist. From Saturday to Monday, the brunch menu features a delicious blend of Mediterranean flavours, complemented by world-class wines and exquisite cocktails. Downstairs, you’ll find intimate private tables and a spacious 10-seater perfect for meetings or festive gatherings. Discover a special Christmas menu to welcome diners with warmth, flavour, and a touch of Greek hospitality.
Burger & Lobster
Visit for pure indulgence with the Garlic Butter Fountain. Diners can dip, dunk and drizzle to their heart’s content as the Garlic Butter Fountain flows. The festive showstopper comes fully loaded with a whole lobster, prawn skewer, king prawns, toasted sourdough, samphire and fries per person, priced at £110 for two (minimum) and £55 per additional guest – the ultimate lobster feast.
Adding to the festive cheer, enjoy the Lobster Lottery – an advent-style giveaway (December 1st – 24th) where one lucky table of up to eight will be surprised at the end of the meal with a giant envelope announcing that their entire feast is on the house. To be entered into the Lobster Lottery, customers must make a booking for between 1st-24th December, one booking will be chosen at random on the morning of each day.
Arros QD
Arros QD, the brainchild of celebrated Spanish chef Quique Dacosta, offers a refined exploration of Valencian cuisine, particularly in the form of wood-fired rice dishes and innovative paellas. Dacosta’s dedication to authenticity shines through his carefully curated menu, with highlights including the Paella Valenciana, Iberian Presa, and other inventive rice-based plates that capture the essence of Spanish coastal flavours. The dining experience is elevated by the restaurant’s chic interior, perfect for enjoying dishes like the luxurious lobster rice and Iberian pork cuts, all meticulously prepared to create a culinary journey that blends tradition with Dacosta’s signature flair.
Gift idea - An immersive Paella Masterclass (£89pp), toast in the new bar with Gin & Tonic Hour (£16pp), or savour Sundays with Gin Mare — a Spanish-style feast.
Faros
Faros is a modern restaurant with a fresh take on a blend of Mediterranean and Italian cuisines. Enjoy the festive pick-me-up menu, a heart-warming winter offer: Tiramisu and a coffee. Faros is a leading presence in the restaurant industry, striving to provide guests with unforgettable experiences and add value to their lives. The vision is to become an innovative and sustainable company, keeping abreast of industry developments, and creating solutions that bring value to our employees and guests.
Kaffeine
Inspired by the amazing coffee culture in Australia and New Zealand, Kaffeine is an independently owned cafe and espresso bar with two locations in London’s Fitzrovia.
Gift Idea: Kaffeine Coffee Courses to inspire:
Group Latte Art and Private Espresso
The lead baristas are the trainers at the classes held at the 15 Eastcastle Street store. All classes start at 6:30 pm and run for approx. 2 hours. You are provided with light snacks and a comprehensive handout to take home with you. The trainers do a show and tell before the participants get involved.
Latte Art Classes. These are a great entry point to coffee and a fun way to learn how to make espresso-based coffee, focusing on steaming, texturing, and pouring milk to create hearts, rosettas, tulips, or even swans. The cost is £70.00 per person and is suitable for beginners and home enthusiasts.
Private classes are £150 for one person or £200 for two people.
Yalla Yalla
Step into this vibrant Lebanese kitchen and get ready for a feast of flavour, music, and magic. Over the festive season join us for our Festive Feast that brings people together over colourful mezze, wraps, salads, and sizzling grills — made for sharing and celebrating, and on selected nights, the energy turns up with live entertainment — from belly dancers to violinists — filling the room with rhythm, sparkle, and Middle Eastern warmth.
With plenty of vegan and vegetarian options, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
And if you’ve still got room, end on a sweet note with buttery baklava or creamy cheesecake — the perfect finish to your Yalla celebration.
Riding House Fitzrovia
Gather for a joyful special festive lunch with seasonal starters, show-stopping mains (from roast turkey to lobster lasagne), and finish with the sticky toffee doughnut sundae. Book now via fitzroviaquarter.co.uk.
XO Chocolate
At award winning British Chocolatier, XO Chocolate, innovation and creativity drive their collections. Each piece is crafted with precision and passion, inspired by global flavours and modern culinary techniques. XO’s chocolatiers draw inspiration from diverse sources, from exotic spices of the Middle East to the rich, fruity notes of South American cacao. This fusion of global influences results in a collection that is both unique and sophisticated. Instore experience luxury Caramel hot chocolate or be seduced by their excellent showcase of chocolate.
WHAT BETTER PLACE TO STAY
The London EDITION
The London EDITION is home to the award-winning Berners Tavern restaurant, Punch Room, one of London’s most celebrated cocktail bars, BASEMENT events space, a buzzing Lobby Bar and 173 guest rooms and suites, all under one roof. The London EDITION has all the hallmarks of the EDITION brand: lasting comfort, extraordinary style and exceptional service in a uniquely individual environment. Located in central London’s Fitzrovia Quarter, The London EDITION brings together, in a delicate balancing act, the integrity and character of a historic building with a simple, sophisticated design sensibility, creating a seamless blend of charisma and ease.
Reservations:
+44 (0) 20 7781 0000
www.editionhotels.com/london
28th November: Live at Berners Festive Special
The final concert of the year embraces the holiday spirit with a joyous festive performance from the house quartet, perfect for ushering in the season. Last Friday of the month 7.30 – 9.30pm there 45-minute sets throughout the evening.
Berners Tavern has two festive dining experiences – Berners Feast (£110pp) and Festive Feast (£130pp). These are family-style set menus available for lunch and dinner until 20 December, designed for groups of six or more. Reservations are required and to book, +44 (0)20 7908 7979 or email BernersTavern@EditionHotels.com. In addition, the Festive Escape bedroom package includes, two seasonal cocktails in the Lobby Bar, a festive welcome amenity, and £100 food & beverage credit. You can find more details and book here: Festive Escape in London, England | EDITION
The Newman – Opening 2026 – Must Visit
We are all awaiting the opening of this new luxury boutique hotel. Every corner of The Newman carries the vibrant essence of Fitzrovia, inspired by the area’s creative legacy. The hotel’s design pays homage to iconic figures like Nancy Cunard, the bohemian queen whose bold bangles and playful polka dots subtly weave through the space. Shropshire House inspires the bathroom sinks, while the tiling takes cues from the nearby Gem Langham Court Hotel. A seamless blend of old and new, The Newman is thoughtfully connected to its neighbourhood, reflecting the rich history and dynamic community around it.
For full information visit www.fitzroviaquarter.co.uk