The end is near.
EAT
The World’s End
What: The Scene (Hollywood-themed bar and restaurant), The Summerhouse (decked roof terrace) and The Cellar (after-hours wine bar) open at the iconic World’s End distillery.
Why: Mention DailyCandy for 50 per cent off food until 18 May.
When: Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-midnight; Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-midnight.
Where: 459 King’s Rd., SW10 OLR (020 3362 3362).
Dishoom Chowpatty Beach
What: Covent Garden’s Bombay-themed restaurant recreates the city’s famous beach on the Southbank using 48 tonnes of sand and recycled materials.
Why: Pau bhaji, bacon naan rolls, Colaba iced tea, Thums Up floats and more.
When: Fri.-4 Oct. Mon.-Thurs., noon-midnight; Fri., noon-1 a.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 a.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-midnight.
Where: Queen Elizabeth Hall Terrace, Southbank Centre, Belvedere Rd., SE1 8XX.
INDULGE
William Curley Nostalgia Chocolates
What: Belgravia chocolatier re-creates classic confections using only chocolate from Amedei Toscano, a small producer based in Tuscany.
Why: Try a posh Bounty, Tea Cake, Jaffa Cake or Marathon bar.
When: Mon.-Thurs., 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 198 Ebury St., SW1W 8UN (020 8538 9650).
PLAY
Kensington Dollshouse Festival
What: High-end miniatures from more than 180 craftsmen around the world include everything from a tiny gilt console table to clothes pegs to a basket of fruit.
Why: Good things in small packages.
When: Fri., noon-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where: Kensington Town Hall, Hornton St., W8 7NX (020 7812 9829). Tickets (£9-£11) online at dollshousefestival.com.
WEAR
Havaianas Shop
What: The first stand-alone store from Brazilian summer footwear favourite sells flip-flops, high-tops, sneakers, espadrilles and wellies.
Why: Design your own and see them made at the concept booth.
When: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., noon-8 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Kingly Ct., behind Carnaby St., unit g4, W1B 5PW.
Austique Marylebone
What: Pretty Chelsea boutique opens a West End flagship with a personal shopping suite and showroom.
Why: Colourful mix of fashion and accessories, including Haute Hippie, Goldsign, Libelula, Winter Kate, Felix Rey and more.
When: Mon.-Sat., 10:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 38-40 New Cavendish St., W1G 8TS (020 7487 3468).
Photo: Courtesy of The World’s End














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