Whether you head to a festival dedicated to gin or bag yourself a dining experience on a secret rooftop, there’s plenty to get up to this weekend…
Words by Rhiannon Davies
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<p><strong>FOOD AND DRINK: Junipalooza</strong></p><p>Upgrade your usual cocktail this weekend and head to Junipalooza for the best G&T you’ve ever tasted.</p><p>Become a connoisseur of the spirit as you try over 40 types of gin, watch some of the UK’s best bartenders at work or try your hand at making your own blend in a master class. </p><p>With the rustic industrial space of Factory 7 as your backdrop, Junipalooza is sure to be better than any bar you’ll visit this weekend.</p><p><em>Shoreditch</em><em>, Factory 7, London, EC2 A 3LS</em>, <a href="http://www.ginfoundry.com"></a></p>
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<p><strong>FILM: Grace of Monaco</strong> </p><p>The long anticipated biopic of <a href="http://www.elleuk.com/star-style/news/nicole-kidman-grace-of-monaco-trailer-released">Grace Kelly</a>’s life is out in cinemas this Friday, June 6.</p><p>Starring <a href="http://www.elleuk.com/star-style/red-carpet/cannes-film-festival-2014-celebrity-red-carpet-images">Nicole Kidman</a>, the film captures Grace Kelly’s crisis of identity and the difficulties of her marriage to Monaco’s Prince Rainer II.</p><p>The film features all the glamour you would expect from a story of an actress-turned-princess. From the beautifully shot scenes to the gorgeous costumes, this film is definitely a Friday-night fix.</p><p><em><a href="http://www.warnerbros.co.uk/movies/grace-of-monaco">warnerbros.co.uk</a></em></p>
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<p><strong>FESTIVAL: The More London Free Festival</strong></p><p>Strapped for cash this weekend? Looked this way.</p><p>The More London Free Festival kicks off with a four-day street party across the weekend, a celebration of Latin and Caribbean food and music with performances from world bands and dance troupes, all of which are free.</p><p>Although no tickets are required, seats are allocated on a first come first serve basis, so arriving early for these events is advised.</p><p><em>The Scoop, </em><em>Queen's Walk, More London, London SE1 2DB</em><em>, <a href="http://www.morelondon.com">morelondon.com</a></em></p>
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<p><strong>CULTURE: Keats Festival </strong></p><p>This Saturday, Keats House, former home to the famous poet, will play host to the Keats Festival, celebrating 200 years since he found his voice.</p><p>With a range of writing workshops, poetry film evenings and celebrated actors Simon Russell Beale and Dame Janet Suzman reading a selection of Keats poetry, this event is a haven for any aspiring writer.</p><p>Booking is advised for both ticketed and free events.</p><p><em>Keats House, 10 Keats Grove, London NW3 2RR, <a href="http://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk">cityoflondon.gov.uk</a></em></p>
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<p><strong>THEATRE: Skylight</strong><strong> </strong></p><p><em>The <a href="http://www.elleuk.com/magazine/book-club/elle-digital-director-phebe-hunnicutt-on-the-great-gatsby">Great Gatsby</a></em><em>’</em><em>s</em> Carey Mulligan will make her West End debut in the new production of Skylight, opening this Friday.</p><p>Skylight is the tale of one night in which relationships, desires and opposing ideologies come to a head.</p><p>The three-man play, a revival of the 1995 National Theatre production, will be completed by Bill Nighy and Mathew Beard.</p><p><em>Wyndham's Theatre, Charring Cross Rd, London, WC2H 0DA, <a href="http://www.skylightwestend.com">sklightwestend.com</a></em></p>
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<p><strong>ART: Ai Weiwei</strong><strong> Exhibition </strong></p><p>Famous for his social and political criticism through art, Ai Wei Wei’s sculptures and installations are being showcased in the Lisson gallery.</p><p>The exhibition will feature a ghostly carved-marble gas mask, glass remakes of taxi handles from Beijing and a new installation of bicycles, designed to demonstrate a stereotypical national symbol.</p><p>Forever thought-provoking, Ai Wei Wei’s exhibition is well worth a visit whether you are an avid art lover or not. </p><p>Lisson Gallery, 52-54 Bell St, London NW1 5DA, <em><a href="http://www.lissongallery.com/exhibitions/ai-weiwei--3">lissongallery.com</a></em></p>
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<p><strong>FASHION: Donna Ida Website Re-launch</strong></p><p>This weekend, direct your online shopping to the brand-spanking new <a href="http://www.elleuk.com/fashion/news/donna-ida-shares-her-career-tips-with-elle">Donna Ida</a> website.</p><p>With a new chic, minimalistic look, the website features a Denim Clinic to help you navigate the difficult task of jean shopping by body-shape, size and style (hurrah!).</p><p>The website’s new ‘Trend Report’ feature also means that the site is a haven for fashion inspiration and advice on wearing denim this summer. Get shopping!</p><p><em><a href="http://www.donnaida.com">donnaida.com</a></em></p>
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<p><strong>EXHIBITION: Double Exposure Portraits</strong><strong> </strong></p><p>A portrait of <a href="http://www.elleuk.com/star-style/news/game-of-thrones-new-season-4">Game of Thrones</a> actress Maisie Williams is to be amongst those showcased in a new exhibition at the Zebra One Gallery. </p><p>The collection will consist of 20 images by four aspiring artists of stars from arts, films and television.</p><p>The photographers have been mentored by celebrity photographers as part of the YOUYOU Mentoring scheme. </p><p><em>1 Perrin's Ct, London NW3 1QX</em>, <em><a href="http://www.zebraonegallery.com/">zebraonegallery.com</a></em></p>
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<p><strong>FOOD & DRINK: On the roof with Q</strong></p><p>Summertime means outdoor dining and what better place than on your own secret rooftop? </p><p><a href="http://www.elleuk.com/fashion/news/mary-katrantzou-swimwear-bikini-selfridges-summer-fashion-shopping-designer-exclusive-catwalk">Selfridges</a> have promised a host of dining experiences with their 'On the roof with' events.</p><p>With a menu including desserts from Daisy Lowe's new cookbook and talks hosted by some of the world's leading chefs, this event is a must for those wishing to have a unique dining experience. </p><p><em><a href="http://www.selfridges.com">selfridges.com</a></em></p>
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