London - September 17, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Wherefore art thou, Romero?

SEE
Romero Britto
What: Brazilian pop artist brings his colourful and playful paintings and sculptures to London.
Why: Look on the bright side.
When: Today-14 Oct. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Opera Gallery, 134 New Bond St., W1S 2TF (020 7491 2999).

SHOP
Irwin & Jordan Pop-Up Shoppe
What: Indie label celebrates Fashion Week, showcasing next-season stock and selling the current collection of modern classics.
Why: Postholiday blues? Start planning next summer’s wardrobe.
When: Fri.-26 Sept. Daily, noon-8 p.m.
Where: 5 Conduit St., W1S 2XD (020 7087 9103).

BOOGIE
Groovy Wonderland
What: Seventies and ’80s dance night launches with a colourful flashing dance floor and choreographed dancers.
Why: Old-school cocktails (tequila sunrise, sex on the beach, Long Island iced tea) will get you moving.
When: Starts Fri. Mon.-Sat., 5:30 p.m.-3 a.m.
Where: The Loop (downstairs), 19 Dering St., W1S 1AH (020 7493 1003).

DRINK
Whiskey Bar
What: Sample more than 270 rare lends and malts at a discreet new hotel bar.
Why: Keep your spirits up.
When: Daily, 12:30-11 p.m.
Where: The Athenaeum, 116 Piccadilly, W1J 7BJ (020 7499 3464).

REVIVE
Jet Lag Remedy
What: Eighty-five minutes of intense body brushing and restorative massage.
Why: Transitioning from late summer into September crush has wiped you out.
When: Mon.-Sat., 7 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 8 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where: The Dorchester Spa, Park Ln., W1K 1QA (020 7319 7109).