Joe Allen, the illustrious subterranean Covent Garden restaurant forced to close as its present location is being turned into a hotel, is to be recreated “brick by brick” in a new location just 40 yards away. Its distinctive features – brick arches, the tongue and groove wood panelling, the bar top, light fittings, posters of West End… Continue reading
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Rosy future as Covent Garden spills over and extends its day
The first “Covent Garden After Hours” takes place this month (July, 2016) from Wednesdays to Saturdays, with a series of special events every Thursday. It’s a smart way to put a focus on the area, and draw its many component parts together, with late night shop-opening, free gifts and inducements, and street food from local restaurants. ****… Continue reading →