Time Out has already touted COUNTER Vauxhall as “the best thing to happen to Vauxhall – perhaps ever!” Easter sees the coming out of its little brother BackCOUNTER and they’re inviting you to join in the celebrations all weekend long. So now, whether it’s breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner or drinks, there’s the perfect Vauxhall solution on your doorstep, 7 days a week…
Thursday Jake’s Easter Party
London’s leading gay networking group Jake, start the weekend with a cocktail party celebrating BackCounter. Jake are known for holding their events at some of the best destinations in town and have spotted Vauxhall’s newest addition as a their latest go-to. Jake’s members are a mixed bunch of professionals including some of the world’s most successful businessmen, authors, designers, actors, lawyers, teachers and politicians. Many of Jake’s members don’t even own a suit but all of them know how to have a good time. With exclusive use of BackCOUNTER, and complimentary Vauxhall Vesper cocktail for everyone on arrival (they’ll certainly get the party started!) as well as a special bar snack menu preview throughout the night. Advance tickets are 2-for-1 (so one ticket will get you and a friend in), however, these are limited, so best get in quick! Tickets are available at jaketm.com
Good Friday, Great Cocktails
Now that you’ve all let your hair down and are looking to the weekend ahead, it’s surely time for a Good Friday cocktail. BackCOUNTER’s Bloody Marys are the best around and their signature list is a sure-fire hit, whether it’s recovery from the night before or getting ready to start it all over again. Try something from the new extended Bar Snack Menu including popcorn shrimp, spring lamb croquettes, cheese straws and BacCOUNTER’s own house-made spicy nuts!
Soul Sunday Roast with Ben Jamin
Finish the weekend with some great food and soulful tunes as BackCOUNTER launches their regular ROAST FROM 1-4 where Ben Jamin will be spinning his trademark soul. Ben Jamin is an experienced, eclectic and award winning DJ with well-developed history of party music and professional recognition within the London club, music and promotions scene. A genuine, friendly DJ who (by his own admission) travels well. Known for his regular spots at The Kings Arms Soho, Brut and even Nobu Mayfair. What could be better a than Soulful Sunday, Roast Chicken or Spring Lamb with all the trimmings for £15 including a glass of wine? 12-4pm
Monday High-T
Fresh from Miami, Borja Pena brings a little bit of South Beach to flavour BackCOUNTER’s own version of a traditional Tea Dance. BackCOUNTER’s High-T is a great start to your big Easter Sunday night out on the town. Tanned and lovely Borja will be keeping it laid back, sophisticated and fun. One of London’s favourite DJ faces, Borja is renowned at venues like East Bloc with his night Dish that has become a destination for the discerning gay clubber, he is also a resident at BANG! and his bimonthly night B(e)ast in Dalston Superstore was even recently featured in an exhibition at the Victoria & Albert Museum. From 4-8pm Easter Monday, HIGH-T is set to be your new favourite afternoon treat. Steps away from all of your favourite later night venues and parties, grab some friends, jump into a comfy leather banquette and get ready for some great tunes as Borja creates unmistakable mixes of house, techno electro minimal, acid and anything that will shake the dance floor. BackCOUNTER’S “Flights” of cocktails are a great way to taste the menu – two classic or sweet cocktails served with a bar snack or dessert for £22 pounds. Get ready to fly!
• Counter and BackCOUNTER – “where deco meets disco” – is at 7-11 South Lambeth Place, Vauxhall, SW8 1SP.
Tel: 020 3 693 9600 to make a reservation.
