Scarlett Welch is an Editor at DesignMyNight, covering the UK's
best in food, drink and going out — from restaurant reviews and bar
guides to curated roundups spanning omakase restaurants, saunas and cat cafes across the country's biggest
cities.
She holds an MA in Media & Journalism and has been writing about
hospitality since joining DMN in 2023, bringing real industry
experience from years working across Kent, London and Newcastle.
Before DMN, she freelanced for North East culture magazine The
Crack and held senior editorial roles at Newcastle University's
The Courier. Scarlett also contributes to
South London News as a news journalist covering
her local community.
We all love a good cafe trip, but often the problem is that they close
mid-afternoon. For all the night owls out there, a coffee spot that's open well into...
A new style of hotel that's designed for people coming to London
for an extended period, as well as shorter stays, The Other
House is a unique fusion between hotel...
An ancient practice that helps to relax
the mind and body, yoga can be an extremely therapeutic pastime. It
originated from India, focusing on breath control, movement and
meditation, designed...
After a slightly lacklustre effort from supermarkets on the
Veganuary front for 2026, I decided to turn to restaurants for my
fix of plant-based dining this month. Tangra is a...
A key part of the wellness industry that involves high
temperatures in either a wet or dry setting, saunas have become
hugely popular among Londoners in recent years. These are...
Our city’s beautiful streets are lined
with eateries to suit all occasions, so it only makes sense that
it’s also home to some high-end spots that have been awarded either...
It's no secret that Londoners love a good cocktail, but sometimes the classics just don't
cut it. That's where The Alchemist comes in, a
stylish bar that's known for its...
I'm all for trying out new restaurants, and one that caught my eye
recently was The Idler. Having opened in the summer of 2025, this
stylish spot can be found...
A new addition to London's Indian dining
scene, Masakali is a restaurant that
opened in Fitzrovia in October 2025. They've got an
existing site in Reading, and they're all about pairing traditional
flavours with bold, modern...
An absolute titan of the London
restaurant scene, The Original
Ivy in the West End dates back to 1917. It's situated
in the heart of theatreland and renowned for
hosting celebrities, decked out in stained glass
windows and an...
A trend that started in Taiwan during
the 90s, and was soon popularised by Japan, cat cafes are slowly
popping up all over the UK. These peaceful retreats are a...