Burns Night is fast approaching, and this traditional celebration of the poet Robert Burns is no longer just popular in Scotland and Northern Ireland. Below are a selection of Burns Night events taking place in London.
Whisky and kilts at Mr Fogg’s
Burns Night at Mr Fogg’s
When: 25th January 2014, from 6.01pm until late
Where: Mr Fogg’s, 15 Bruton Lane, London W1J 6JD
£: Email reservations@mr-foggs.com to attend
What is it?
On Saturday 25th January 2014 Mr Fogg and his household staff shall be partnering with their good friends from Scotland, Glenmorangie Single Malt Whisky, to host Bruton Lane’s very own Burns Night celebration.
On the evening guests will be welcomed by delightful little performances from a talented tip-top bagpiper, before they are all invited to ‘toast the haggis’ with a glass of Glenmorangie’s finest and enjoy some delicious haggis canapes. The evening will then continue with a poetry recital containing a selection of Robert Burns’ best works.
In true Scottish spirit all household staff shall be temporarily swapping their traditional military uniforms for a range of rather fetching kilts. Equally, Mr Fogg’s male guests shall also be encouraged to sport sporrans and Kilts too.
More info: www.mr-foggs.com
An American-Scottish celebration at Honky Tonk
Burns Night Bonanza at Honky Tonk
When: 25th January 2014
Where: Honky Tonk Clapham, 16A Clapham South Side, London SW4 7AB and Honky Tonk Chelsea, 6 Hollywood Road, London SW10 9HY
£: Book a table via the website
What is it?
A little slice of Scotland will arrive at Honky Tonk Clapham and Honky Tonk Chelsea this year as they celebrate Burns Night with an evening fit for any highland fling. Honky Tonk will host a night of poetry, delicious dishes and even some ceilidh line dancing on Saturday 25th January. Honky Tonk will also be offering a selection of Scottish-American treats to revelers including haggis burgers, and mini battered mars bars. So don your kilts and head down to Honky Tonk to celebrate Scotland’s most famous poet.
More info: www.honkytonkchelsea.com
Burns Night Celebrations at Vinopolis
When: 24th & 25th January 2014
Where: Vinopolis, No 1 Bank End, London SE1 9BU
£: Tickets for the supper and whisky masterclass cost £60 and tickets for the ceilidh and wine tasting cost £35
What is it?
On the 24th January you can enjoy the poetry of Robert Burns with whisky expert and resident Scot, Tom Forrest, as he hosts a very special whisky tasting session and traditional Burns Supper. Tickets include a whisky cocktail reception, a whisky tasting session and a traditional three course Burns Supper.
On the 25th January you can do a spot of wine tasting before Licence to Ceilidh play some traditional and modern tunes. Tickets for this event include a warming and traditional dish of stew and dumplings.
More info: vinopolis.co.uk/burns-night-celebrations