Along Southampton Row sits the grandiose L’oscar, a former 110-year-old Baptist church that’s been transformed into a stunning 39-room boutique hotel. Named after Irish playwright, Oscar Wilde, the property is dripping in theatrical opulence – a signature style of French architect and interior designer, Jacques Garcia (The NoMad Hotel and The Vagabond Club). Garcia marries the building’s original ornate ceilings with hundreds of lit-up glass birds, Lalique butterfly taps and prodigious silk screens embroidered with the flamboyant fanning of peacock feathers. Baptist Grill, housed within the octagonal chapel, is where guests enjoy British classics by executive chef Tony Fleming. Café Oscar, inspired by Venice’s famed Café Florian, offers all-day dining options, including a Bloomsbury Tea set (£35/S$63). Room rates from £390. 2-6 Southampton Row, London, WC1B 4AA. Tel: +44 20…
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epicure (Digital) - 1 Issue, July 2018