What's On - Quintessentially

12TH-26TH OCTOBER 2020

What’s On.
                    TOP 5’s

    Our edit of entertainment and educational
          distractions for you to enjoy.

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    Wanderlust persists: fuel your imagination
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Top 5 Staying In
1. Food Season: Tom Kerridge in conversation with Angela Clutton
Tuesday 20th October, 17:00–18:00, £5
For the closing event of the British Library’s Food Season, guest director Angela Clutton speaks to
Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge about his upcoming book, Live From The Legendary Hand & Flowers.

2. No Time To Die: The Official James Bond Podcast
Via Apple Store
The six-part series features exclusive interviews with the cast and filmmakers, including Daniel Craig and Rami
Malek; it will also broadcast the exclusive score by Hans Zimmer and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

3. The Apartment at Bicester Village: Virtual personal shopping
At your convenience, online
Enjoy the services offered by Bicester Village’s personal shopping team from the comfort of your own
home – they are on-hand virtually to assist with your shopping; usual VIP benefits will apply as well.

4. Hendrick’s Air: Journey to Girvana virtual trip
Thursday 22nd October, 18:00–19.30, £15
Travel virtually to the Hendrick’s Gin Palace for an exclusive opportunity to meet master distiller, Ms
Lesley Gracie. Discover how Hendrick’s is made whilst enjoying tantalising tipples from the world’s best
bars, delivered straight to your door.

5. Rococo Chocolates: Virtual chocolate tasting
At your convenience, £50 per box for two people
Sample Rococo Chocolates award-winning collection from the comfort of your home, tantalising taste
buds with a decadent and luxurious journey through some of their most loved and diverse treats.

Top 5 Going Out
1. Wildlife Photographer of the Year, sponsored by Leica
16th October – 6th June 2021, Natural History Museum
On view at the Natural History Museum, the fifty-sixth Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition will
immerse you in the breath-taking diversity of the natural world. Pre-booking is required.

2. Cahoots Bootlegger Breakout Escape Room
Launching 17th October, Cahoots Kingly Court
A unique fast-paced cocktail adventure awaits anyone up to the challenge. Ticket includes a welcome
drink, escape room-style puzzle, and a guided cocktails masterclass with two complimentary cocktails.

3. Forevermark Fine Diamonds & Jewellery Masterclass
Monday 12th – Friday 16th October at The Apartment, Bicester Village
By appointment only, join the De Beers Group’s Forevermark Fine Diamonds for a personalised welcome
and refreshments in The Apartment, followed by a private viewing of the luxe new collection.

4. Family pumpkin picking at Priory Farm, Surrey
Spooky Trail open from Saturday 10th October – Sunday 1st November; tractor rides on 17–18th October
Take your children (or just yourselves) for a day of pumpkin picking at Priory Farm in Surrey. Enjoy activities
such as a spooky Halloween tail, tractor rides, and a pumpkin palace.

5. Artemisia at The National Gallery
Until 24th January 2021, £20
Artemisia defied conventions and expectations to become a successful artist – and one of the greatest
storytellers of her time – in 17th-century Europe, a time when women artists were not easily accepted.
Pre-booking is required.

Top 5 Dining
1. KOL by Santiago Lastra
Ex-Noma Mexico and Mexican Chef Santiago Lastra has announced that his long-awaited debut
restaurant, KOL will welcome its first diners on Tuesday 20th October, offering soulful Mexican tasting
menus using British produce.

2. The Dorchester opens a new garden terrace
The new terrace and garden at The Dorchester is perched on the hotel’s famous forecourt, and is perfect
for cocktail lovers with an all new drinks menu that will change with the seasons.

3. Autumn terrace installation at Dalloway Terrace
Dalloway Terrace has been transformed for autumn into an enchanting woodland, curated by McQueen’s
Flowers and in partnership with premium blended Scottish whisky, Johnnie Walker Black Label.

4. Wine & Wagyu Wednesdays at Adam Handling Chelsea
Adam Handling and his team have perfected a classic menu to create a memorable take on the
much-loved steak and wine combination, using succulent Wagyu steaks, millionaire chips, and some
impressive wines by the glass.

5. Bentley’s Oyster Bar & Grill
A British institution for over 100 years, Bentley’s has been under the stewardship of Irish Chef Richard
Corrigan since 2005. Reopening now with a light refurb, expect a few new additions to the all-day menu.

And Don’t Miss…

    MONDAY 16TH NOVEMBER 2020, 18:00–19:00                         SUNDAY 1ST NOVEMBER, 18:30 ONLINE

     Harper’s Bazaar in conversation                        What does it mean to be a citizen? —
         with Gillian Anderson                               A live-stream with Fatima Bhutto

 The multi-award-winning actress Gillian Anderson           Best-selling author of two books which explore
speaks with acting editor-in-chief of Harper’s Lydia         facets of Muslim identity, Fatima Bhutto, will
  Slater about female empowerment, her storied               unpack complex topics such as ‘What do we
career, and upcoming role of Margaret Thatcher in            mean when we speak of extremism in an age
                   The Crown.                                         obsessed with ‘post-truth’?’

 £15–£40, Quintessentially members are entitled                                   £10
               to a 20% discount

       FRIDAY 13TH – SUNDAY 15TH NOVEMBER                               FROM 18TH MARCH 2021

       Live at The Palace Theatre:                           Holmen / Lofoten: Kitchen on the
          The Show Must Go On!                                    Edge of The World

       The Show Must Go On! is a benefit concert,                Kitchen On The Edge Of The World is an
 broadcast live from the Palace Theatre in celebration       extraordinary culinary adventure set above the
  of the wealth of West End talent, donating all profits   Arctic Circle, featuring chefs Angela Hartnett, Nuno
 to Acting For Others and The Fleabag Support Fund.        Mendes, and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, in a series
                                                                             of long weekends.

Travel
        Wanderlust persists: click any of the below to fuel your imagination.

                      Nobu comes to Marylebone – London, UK
Nobu Portman Square, Nobu’s second London property, will open on 9th November. Located in the
 heart of the West End, this 249 room property will feature a Nobu restaurant as well as beautiful
                      communal spaces designed by David Collins studio.

        A former manor home in the heart of the English Countryside –
                          Buckinghamshire, UK
  Reopening on November 1st, The Langley is located in the Buckinghamshire countryside, easily
accessible from London. Recently having undergone a massive restoration, The Langley really takes
                    you back to the timeless luxury of elegant country living.

                 Historic legacy and modern luxury – Venice, Italy
The luxurious St Regis Venice is a combination of five 18th and 19th-century palazzi with stunning
  views across some of Venice’s most iconic landmarks, and is defined by the city’s artistic and
                                         cultural legacy.

                        Elegant island living – Antigua, Caribbean
   Surrounded by the white sand beaches and Antigua’s tropical foliage, Jumby Bay is a 300-acre
              private island defined by unparalleled luxury and world-class service.

      An 18th-century sugar plantation in acres of luscious tropical forest
                            – St Lucia, Caribbean
  On the west coast of St. Lucia lies a land of unparalleled beauty and tranquility. Embraced by a lush
   tropical rainforest, Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort, provides a magical destination for discerning
                                                 travellers.

           Please enquire to hear more about Quintessentially Travel’s exclusive benefits

Benefits
 Perks and rewards exclusively for members, from some of our favourite partners.

               Daylesford                            Magician Archie Manners
    Enjoy award-winning produce from               For at-home gatherings of up to six
 Daylesford, delivered to your door. From           guests, magician Archie Manners –
groceries to items for your larder, through       described by The Duke of Cambridge
to hampers and delicious Château Léoube            as ‘stunning good’ – is delighted to
   rosé, everything is organically grown          offer private magic demonstrations for
  or created using the most sustainable                        entertainment.
                 practices.

Members are entitled to a 10% discount on         Members have access to a substantially
 full-price items, valid on one online order     discounted rate of £500 per dinner party/
placed up to October 31st 2020, using the                 event within the M25
            code DaylesfordQT10

            Bicester Village                                  CowCorner
 Just outside London, discover world class            CowCorner has launched a new
 fashion brands at up to 60% off, alongside       membership that teaches emotional and
 excellent five-star hospitality and exclusive    technical skillsets from leading athletes
         benefits at Bicester Village.           and industry professionals including Harry
                                                    Redknapp, David Seaman, and Chris
                                                    Robshaw, whom lead virtual events.

Members are entitled to a 10% discount at          Members are entitled to an exclusive
selected brands, access to The Apartment,         discount of £20 on annual membership
 complimentary hands-free shopping and             with the code ‘QUINTANNUAL’ when
             reserved parking                      joining the ‘CowCorner Community’

To access our full range of benefits or to
participate in the events listed, please contact
             your lifestyle manager.

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