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Freak Scene

Freak Scene Parsons Green is celebrating its first year anniversary in Parsons Green. Founded by Scott Hallsworth, former Nobu London Head Chef, Freak Scene has seduced SW6 food lovers with its audacious flavours and Pan-Asian punk rock ambience. Scott’s business partnership with comedian Adam Hills adds an extra layer of zest, merging top-tier gastronomy with irreverent fun. Together they’ve continued their legacy of what began as a culinary pop up in Farringdon, then found a home in Soho and which has now firmly planted its flag in Parsons Green; a second location launched in Balham in February.

This celebration of a year at Parsons Green coincides with it being ten years since Scott reshaped dining on the King’s Road with Kurobuta. Originally a pop up, Kurobuta was such a hit with diners it became a permanent fixture in Chelsea and became a local hang out for globally-famous rock stars, actresses and actors and icons from the world of food and fashion. Freak Scene Parsons Green is an evolution of Kurobuta with its own grown-up party vibe and expansion of Scott’s incredible menu. Scott told Urban Village LDN “It’s been great to be back in the Chelsea / Fulham area after being away for a few years. The locals have given us such a warm reception and many of them used to dine at my Kings Road restaurant. I’m really grateful to have such loyal customers.’

This first anniversary of Freak Scene in Parsons Green sees the continued progression of Scott’s daring menu, featuring signature dishes like Tuna Sashimi Pizza, Crab Wonton Bombs and Jerusalem Artichoke Chopsticks alongside new gluten-free and vegan options, not to mention the killer sake, wine, and a cocktail list that ‘truly bangs'. READER OFFER: to celebrate Freak Scene’s first anniversary, Scott and his team would like to offer Fulham locals a complimentary round of welcome drinks upon arrival / before your meal - beer, wine or cocktails. Valid for bookings in the month of June only, mention Urban Village LDN when you book.

Bridge Baker celebrates 5 years

We always feel a bit sentimental when Bridge Baker’s anniversary comes around. Urban Village LDN came to be in the same year and Bridge Baker were one of the first businesses featured. We caught up with Gauri Nafrey, founder of Bridge Baker who told us “we’ll be celebrating our 5th Anniversary on Saturday 15 at both stores. It will be great if lots of our wonderful loyal customers and new faces could join in with our celebrations. There will be freebies a plenty, lots of tastings, free face painting for kids and live music outdoors at our Wandsworth Bridge Road branch (weather permitting)”. Happy Anniversary Bridge Baker!

Fulham Chronicles

If you haven’t heard SW6 has its very own podcast. There are three episodes out now which were recorded right here in Fulham at VOXPOD studios, co hosted by Zara Thomas and our very own Editor Melinda Shelbourne. You can watch on YouTube, listen on Apple and Spotify. Don’t forget to subscribe if you like what you see / hear!

Episode 1 - Let’s do this!

Join Zara & Melinda, founders of Fulham Social Hub, as they host discussions with residents, local business owners & brands. Find out about the incredible things happening in SW6, an array of stories from the heartfelt to the hilarious conversations that unlock hidden gems in the neighbourhood.

Episode 2 - Sweet As

In this second episode of Fulham Chronicles Oussama Azzam, founder and creator of Malik's Raw Honey talks about the brand's journey, the heart warming and heart wrenching story behind their name, the highs and lows involved in getting the business to where it is today and what's next.

Episode 3 - Community Spirit

Nina von der Werth, Director of the Sands End Arts & Community Centre (SEACC) highlights her aspirations for this SW6 space, tells us where her community spirit comes from, what's upcoming at the Centre and how locals can get involved. “Use it or lose it!”