London - December 03, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Stay cool.

SEE
Beniamino Barrese, Sussy Cazalet, Will Cooper-Mitchell and Zoe Franklin
What: Super-cool gang of artists from different creative industries exhibit together for the first time.
Why: Photographer, cinematographer, set designer and art director under one roof.
When: Today-1 Jan. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: The Gallery, Pall Mall Deposit, 124-128 Barlby Rd., W10 6BL.

The Claridge’s Christmas Tree by John Galliano for Dior
What: Brit designer and Christian Dior’s creative director adds sparkle to the iconic hotel lobby.
Why: It’s more than just fairy lights.
When: To 6 Jan.
Where: Brook St., W1K 4HR (020 7629 8860).

INDULGE
Whoopie Pies
What: Divine buttercream-filled cake sandwiches cross the Atlantic.
Why: Bikini season is months away.
When: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Harrods, 87-135 Brompton Rd., SW1X 7XL (020 7730 1234).

ESCAPE
Lime Wood
What: Retreat to the new David Collins-designed luxury country house hotel and spa.
Why: You need a break.
When: It’s time to avoid holiday visitors.
Where: Beaulieu Rd., Lyndhurst, Hampshire, SO43 7FZ (02380 287177).

BUY
Learn Something Every Day
What: Creative studio project produces a quirky new fact daily. Also available on T-shirts and cards.
Why: Get smarty.
When: You want the truth.
Where: Online at learnsomethingeveryday.co.uk.

Photo: Sussy Cazalet

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