The big one. The world’s largest fetish and fantasy club, started in 1990, a visit to Torture Garden (affectionately referred to as TG) is considered a rite of passage for those wishing to explore and expand their sexual horizons.

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It’s worth going just to look at the fashions; the dress code states that attendees shouldn’t even bother queuing for entry unless they’re wearing something that would turn heads and elicit stares on the street, so partygoers’ costumes will have your eyes on stalks (although that’s not where the ‘Garden’ name comes from; it’s a reference to a dark French novel about a sadist who likes to watch such horrors as flayings and crucifixions, juxtaposed against a beautiful outdoor setting in China). Whatever you want to say about London, food is something that this crazy little city does incredibly well. Bao crops up on pretty much every guide to eating out in London out there – meaning that the queues can be ferociously long, even on a drippy mid-week evening in January.Is it worth it? Certainly. The proof lies in Bao’s journey, which saw it start off as a street food stall in Netil Market t o the six restaurants you find today. The environs might be plusher and the prices higher, but at the heart of it all sits some of the best Taiwanese food in the city. Killing Kittens (KK) is another party that’s been here long enough to see the shift in the scene. With a reputation for attracting high-flying bankers and Agent Provocateur-clad models, Emma Sayle founded KK in 2005 to create a safe space for ‘women to explore their sexuality’. But Polly*, who’s been to two KK events in the last month, says the crowd has widened. ‘It’s not full of people who’ve stepped off a Victoria’s Secret runway,’ Polly says. ‘I’ve seen men and women of all shapes and sizes, and people who keep their clothes on the whole time, because they’re just there for the atmosphere.’

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It’s a great date spot, particularly as when you’re finished you can pop down to the cheekily hidden secret bar “Hester’s Hideout” downstairs.

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We’re totally biased (obviously), but there are few destinations with such a diverse range of culinary offerings – both in terms of influence and price. Sure, you can spend a couple of hundred pounds on a stellar meal, but there are so many amazing cheap eats to discover too.From Crossbreed ’s queer fetish raves to The Fox Den ’s 24-guest hedonistic dinner parties (complete with a four-course meal cooked by a private chef and after-dinner ‘play’ for dessert), the choice of sex-positive events in London is as mind-boggling as it is arousing. And with everything from popular underground DJs to luxury sex toys on offer, it’s the perfect set-up for a new generation to lube up and join the ride. ‘It used to be that people would come to explore the scene in their thirties and forties, but now we are seeing much younger people in their twenties,’ says Sinead, who’s been involved in the sex-positive community since 2015 and launched The Fox Den in June last year. The hit-and-miss series starring Oscar Isaacs is ostensibly set in London for its first two episodes. We get flashes of the Tower of London, Mansion House, Vauxhall station and a very persistent 25 bus. Sadly, none of the scenes featuring the principals were actually filmed here, and most of the shots are either subterfuge or green screen. We explored the first two episodes in more detail in a separate article. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022) The venue is in a residential area and has a premises licence which allows for alcohol and entertainment. It does not have a sexual entertainment licence or a licence that would allow for nudity or partial nudity. We understand Klub Verboten is hosted by this venue and therefore what events take place in its premises has to be decided by the venue in line with its licence.’ The restaurant describes itself as focusing on “stripped-down, honest, regional cuisine” and that’s exactly what you get – good food in a buzzy and lively setting.

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Since the pandemic, London’s sex-positive party scene has come close to a climax. It’s more accessible, more visible and a hell of a lot more inclusive. ‘It seems many people discovered kink during the pandemic,’ says Miss Gold, a fetish photographer and One Night’s founder. ‘Gone are the days where you had to ask your local sex shop [how to get involved], or get lost down the wormhole of Fetlife.’ Yes: sex can now be a normal part of going out. Perhaps it’s Galmiche himself, affable, talented and near-obsessed with the provenance of everything that comes into his kitchen. Perhaps it’s the cosy surroundings, elegant without being overbearing. Whatever it is, you can’t help but love it. Given that the Earth only features in the opening scenes, you'd be forgiven for guessing that this is another film with no hint of London about it. You'd be wrong. The planet of Xandar is largely a digital construction, but the eagle-eyed will note several London buildings in the mix, including the Millennium Bridge and the Lloyd's Building. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)We’ve chosen the best places to eat in London: brilliant eateries that go beyond the mediocre to really provide something special – the kind of meal that your taste buds won’t forget in a hurry. Enough of the hype… let’s explore. The Best Places to Eat in London Frenchie In 1975, the American publisher Frank Hallman, with permission from Angelica Garnett and Quentin Bell, republished the first five essays as a book, giving the collection its title, The London Scene. This edition was reprinted by Random House and the Hogarth Press in 1982. [6] It is not known why 'Portrait of a Londoner' was not included in this edition. It has been suggested that Angelica and Quentin may have wished for it to be omitted, but this assertion has also been disputed. [6] [7] When the feeling strikes, we tend to opt for Burger and Beyond. They strike a nice line between the sloppy, heart-stopping meat fest you’re no doubt after, and a level of quality that you don’t find from your average burger spot.