Venue News & Ideas — April 2008
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Party Poppers
Beaded ice curtains are now available from Icebox (tel: 020 7498 0800, squaremeal.co.uk/icebox). The ice-sculpting company created the curtain for La Dolce Vita’s Christmas ball at Battersea Evolution, and it was the first ever to be used at an event in Europe. The original curtain measured 6m in length; was made from 396 hand-cut ice beads hanging down on 33 threads; and weighed more than half a ton! It was hung centrally to provide a glistening focal point for the evening. A must for all the ‘coolest’ parties this year.
Imperial War Museum London
For a venue with a licence to thrill, look to the new exhibition at the Imperial War Museum London. ‘For Your Eyes Only: Ian Fleming and James Bond’ celebrates the centenary of Fleming’s birth and explores the history of the world’s most famous secret agent. Guests will be 'shaken and stirred' (sorry, it had to be done) by exhibits such as Daniel Craig’s blood-spattered shirt from Casino Royale, Auric Goldfinger’s golf shoes and Halle Berry’s fabulous Die Another Day bikini. The Grade II-listed museum can accommodate up to 1,000 guests for a drinks reception and 350 for dinner. Events packages start from £5,000.
Spring Proms
Flags at the ready for the Cathcart Spring Proms at Royal Albert Hall, where you can warm up for this summer's exciting music hospitality season.
More Private Dining for Tom Aikens
Tom Aikens celebrates his 5th anniversary on 25 April at his eponymous Michelin-starred Chelsea restaurant by extending the private dining room, which can now seat up to 10 people. The 54-seat restaurant itself is available for a limited number of exclusive events Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner, and on weekends by special arrangement.
Delve inside earlier archives for March 2008 or browse through newer archives for June 2008.
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