Fittingly hosted in the shadows ofthe old Queen’s house, Buckingham Palace, ‘Lady Boy’ is an annual gathering of glamorous girls fighting to be crowned queen in one of the UK’s most unique beauty contests.

Chambord, the black raspberry liqueur, is pleased to announce that 17 elite bartenders have been shortlisted for ‘The Hunt for Holly’ cocktail competition in honour of the upcoming West End play, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, starring Anna Friel. Each cocktail will also be served at the respective bartender’s bar, so consumers can sample them before they choose their favourite.

Supper club, bar and restaurant, The Brickhouse announces the arrival of The Globe Girls, a stunning musical spectacle, this Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd.Head Chef Matthew Reuther has created a good value five course £25 set menu for diners to enjoy the modern British food whilst watching the performance.

The Royal China Club on Baker Street will be hosting free chopstick lessons for children. Commencing on Monday 24 August and held every day until Friday 28 August 2009, the lessons will run from 3.30pm – 4.30pm. The restaurant welcomes children of all ages to visit during this week and learn the art of using chopsticks

Getting married? Then ‘do’ take a look The Deck’s Wedding Showcase on Saturday 5^th September, 12.00pm – 4.00pm It’s a unique venue, high above the madding crowd with first class catering and a host of unique extras, including costume hire from the National Theatre’s wardrobe

Motability are calling for people across the UK to brew up in the name of charity for their 2009 Tea Party campaign. Throughout August and September, people are being encouraged to hold tea parties at home or in work, clubs and societies to raise funds for Motability, the national disability charity.

Rather than silver spoons, two Glaswegian entrepreneurs were seemingly born with biodegradable starch ones in their mouths. We investigate the craze coming to a high street near you – virtuous yet decadent, frozen yoghurt.

Gourmet Burger Kitchen has teamed up with Help a London Child and Capital Radio in a fundraising campaign that will leave you licking your lips this summer.

Having reported on Bombay Brasserie’s forthcoming cookery demonstrations recently, we decided to go along and give them a try. This is a great way of spending a lunch with friends, or maybe as a work team building exercise, eating great food, whilst learning some Indian cookery techniques. At £40 per head we can see that this would be an affordable, opportunity for groups to learn, share and bond in an excellent atmosphere and a stylish location.

Champion of British produce Oliver Peyton has newly appointed Executive Chef Simon Duff, to bring his wealth of experience to the National Gallery restaurants, The National Dining Rooms and the National Café.