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Artesian is the cocktail bar at The Langham London, and it has served Marylebone since 2007. The room is built for conversation, with table service and a host who manages seating. Bartenders talk you through the menu without rushing it, and the attention to detail shows in everything from the glassware to the balance of each drink. It has been named among the World's 50 Best Bars four times. The signature cocktails tend to be precise rather than showy, often built around a single ingredient or a seasonal idea, with recent menus leaning towards future-focused produce. Alongside the house originals there are classics made properly, plus a considered list of Champagne and spirits. The team is known in the trade for training and innovation, and service stays polished without fuss, including careful attention to allergies.

Cookery School at Little Portland Street has been teaching in Marylebone since 2003, and it sits close to Oxford Street, so it is easy to reach from across Central London. The teaching focuses on technique and confidence, with the idea that the skills you learn carry straight back to your own kitchen. Classes are hands-on but calm: small groups, clear demonstrations and ingredients chosen for quality and sustainability, with thoughtful pacing that lets people actually keep up. The programme spans one-off cookery classes, multi-session courses and the six-week Cook's Certificate in Food and Wine, an accredited route with a lot of practical training. There are options across baking, pasta, patisserie, fish, meat and plant-based cooking, plus corporate team building and private events. Sustainability runs through the day-to-day decisions, from sourcing to waste reduction, and the school holds the maximum SRA three star rating along with a Best City Cookery School recognition. Reliable timetables and consistent standards have earned it a strong reputation in London's food education scene.

The Langham opened in 1865 and has been part of Marylebone for over 155 years. It was one of London's first grand hotels, setting an early standard for comfort and service, and it sits on Regent Street just moments from Oxford Circus. Over the years it has welcomed guests from around the world, including actors, musicians and royalty, and inside it pairs that tradition with modern touches. The hotel offers rooms, a spa and attentive service, with restaurants and bars led by award-winning chefs serving afternoon tea, fine dining and classic British dishes. It is also home to Artesian, one of London's best-regarded cocktail bars, known for creative drinks in a relaxed room. Whether for a short stay or a longer weekend, The Langham keeps an eye on the detail in every corner.