There are two months, every year, where the abstinence of booze is encouraged, and October happens to be one of them. If you’re doing Go Sober For October and need a pick-me-up (that isn’t a sad-looking glass of orange and passionfruit-flavoured J20) – you’re in luck. DesignMyNight have tried and tested a plethora of mocktails across the capital to bring us the best ten in town. From Harry Potter-inspired Butterscotch Brew to luxury mixes topped with gold leaves, you’ll ditch booze for good when you try these alcohol-free mixes.

Winter is coming. And we don’t mean it in the Game of Thrones sense – we mean it in the literal sense, that winter is actually coming, and hugging a hot water bottle at night in the place of a person just won’t do. Whether you’ve got something long term going on, or you’re starting off an epic journey of love – first stop being Tinder – here are London’s best date night bars to help you on your way.

London Fashion Week is here, and if you were wondering where the best places to hangout were – don’t worry your pretty little head, ‘cause we got in touch with DesignMyNight for the scoop on London’s most stylish bars. With rooftop views and ‘Press for Champagne’ buttons, anyone that’s anyone will be seen cavorting at these seven hotspots from the 15th (and that includes you too.)

by Leighanne Bent

We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but summer is almost over. Before you start sobbing at having to pack away that summer wardrobe you’ve been working so hard to put together, DesignMyNight are bringing you September’s best events. From watching movies under the stars in beautiful outdoor spaces to catching 360 degree views of London on a rooftop, here’s how to make the most of your last days of summer…

By Tom Capon

Just admit it: we’ve all gone prosecco mad. We drink more of the bubbly stuff than ever, and while a glass from the off-license is good every now and then, there’s so much more to Italian sparkling wine than that. You’re going to need the best bars in London to drink it properly, so we enlisted the help of our friends DesignMyNight to show you everything from private members’ clubs to quirky party havens that’ll have you sipping prosecco in style.

By Leighanne Bent

To the ingenious soul that created National Hot Dog Day – we are forever in your debt. This glorious day is just around the corner, and you’d be barking mad to miss out. To ensure you’re in the know to celebrate on the 19th, DesignMyNight have kindly put a spotlight on all the best places for hot dogs in the capital.

by Leighanne Bent

Summer means a lot of different things, to a lot of different people; but to us it means guiltlessly taking advantage of London’s best summer cocktails. From limited edition Pisco and Tonic sips to classic Pina Coladas, here are DesignMyNight’s top 10 drinks for summer in the capital.

by Leighanne Bent

Believe it or not, Shoreditch was a bit of a no-go zone once upon a time. But since being built up with plenty of quirky places to eat and drink, it’s now known as one of London’s coolest areas, which is why we got in contact with DesignMyNight.

Get ready to enjoy cactus quesadillas in colourful caravans and sip sassy cocktails in secret spaces with their guide…

by Leighanne Bent

From helping you get over your first BF to making the best cuppas, you can always count on mum to be there. With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s only right to spoil her on the 26th. Whether you wanna treat the number one lady in your life to a cute afternoon tea or with a beaut three course meal at London’s tallest riverside venue, DesignMyNight has hand-picked 10 amazing ways to let her know how much you love her.

Be At One And Urban Decay Mother’s Day Event – London

New Year’s Eve is fast approaching and, as expected, there are hundreds of late-night bar options across the country to pucker your lips at. We teamed up with DesignMyNight to find the best venues to party at come December 31st; from a sexy speakeasy with a sumptuous sweet shop menu to a decadent hotel bar serving delicious barrel aged cocktails, these are the most stylish spots to see in 2017.