Do: a chocolate masterclass at Italian Bear Chocolate
A short walk from Broadwick Soho, and the one thing worth booking in advance.
Italian Bear Chocolate has built a following for its rich, Italian-style chocolate and unapologetically indulgent approach. They will be holding a Saturday masterclass for our guest, it's hands-on, a little messy, and exactly what you want over Easter - truffles, pralines, and plenty of tasting along the way.
It works for everyone too. As fun for younger guests as it is for grown-ups.
Wander: Soho, without an agenda
Spend the afternoon moving through the neighbourhood slowly.
Dip in and out of:
- Independent shops and record stores
- Cecil Court for second-hand books
- Berwick Street and the surrounding streets
Stop when something catches your eye. Soho works best like this - unplanned, a bit spontaneous, and never too far from somewhere to sit down.
Book: a West End show
Easter weekend is one of the busiest theatre weekends of the year - in a good way.
You're a short walk from:
- Major productions
- Last-minute tickets
- Family-friendly matinees
If you're booking one thing across the weekend (aside from chocolate), make it this.
If you feel like leaving Soho: The Elephant Trail
If you feel like leaving Soho, there are a couple of easy detours. The Elephant Trail at Battersea Power Station is worth making a trip for - a series of artist-designed sculptures in one place. Across the rest of London, you'll also spot decorated Easter eggs dotted through different neighbourhoods as part of a city-wide trail, something to stumble across rather than plan.
Pick up: Easter eggs (the good ones)
If you're going to do Easter eggs, do them properly.
- Italian Bear Chocolate - an easy add-on after your masterclass. Rich, indulgent, and more about flavour than novelty.
- Venchi - right on your doorstep. Italian chocolate, beautifully wrapped eggs, and an easy one to pick up while you're already out wandering.
- Neuhaus at Selfridges - about a 15-minute walk from the hotel, and worth it if you're after something more classic and giftable. A quick wander north and you're there.
Pick one up on your way back, bring it up to your room, and you're sorted.
For a slower moment: Sunday wandering
Ease into Sunday with:
- Breakfast at Bar Jackie
- A lovely walk around Soho green spaces
Some shops may be closed, which only adds to the slower pace.