PAUSE Hotlist: Our Favourite Things This Month

It’s 2026 and we’re back with the latest edition of Our Favourite Things This Month, your go-to cultural compass for what to see, read, eat, and explore.

Each month, PAUSE will gather the most exciting tech accessories, must-read books, buzzing restaurants, standout art exhibitions, and cultural curiosities, all curated for our style-conscious, experience-driven readers.

This all-in-one coffee machine brings a brewing experience directly into your kitchen. Decked out with a sleek midnight finish, the xBloom Studio with its smart technology. Handles bean grinding and precise water pouring with the ease of automation.

Remarkably thin and lightweight, the Xteink X4 is a standout e-reader that makes a digital library feel natural. Easy to carry in a jacket pocket and supporting a wide range of file formats, this e-reader is a great companion for the daily commute.

Built for versatility, and offering high-resolution images that stay sharp even in rooms with some ambient light, the StreamMaster transforms a simple evening into a cinematic event with its impressive clarity and brightness.

Investigating the environmental and social costs of mass-produced clothing while highlighting the innovators working toward a sustainable future, in Fashionopolis, Dana Thomas gives a vital guide to anyone seeking to understand the true impact of their wardrobe choices.

Serving as beautiful companion to a V&A exhibition by the same name, Fashioning Masculinity’s explores the evolution for the wardrobe through the lens of art and history.  A must have for anything enthusiast, it offers a deep dive into masculinity shaped through fabric and form.

Documenting the incredible career of Giorgio Armani through personal photographs and iconic fashion shots, this book is for those who appreciate the pinnacle of Italian style. A true collectors item, this deluxe version captures the essence of a fashion icon.

Bringing a fresh perspective to Greek inspired cuisine, Oma has made a name for itself with wood fired cooking and bold, earthy flavours. Located in Borough Market, it’s a great spot for relaxed lunch.

Setting the standard for British dining, The Chop House boasts a historic charm with wooden booths for a quintessential British feel. Legendary for exceptional cuts of meat and local seasonal produce, this place is a must-try.

With a kitchen that’s focused on playful and inventive dishes, Belly Bistro offers an intimate and unpretentious feel. A local favourite for food lovers, this hidden gem is putting Islington on the food map.

An expansive retrospective that celebrates forty years of the Saatchi Gallery, The Long Now showcases the influential artists who have defined the galleries past and the new voices shaping the future of the contemporary art.

Providing a meticulous look into Wes Anderson’s cinematic universe, this exhibition is a curated walk through of original props and costumes that highlight the directors signature visual style.

A unique cross-cultural exchange, Condo Complex is a collaborative gallery model that brings a diverse range of contemporary art exhibitions.

Celebrating the human body through a sculptural form, this Anissa Kermiche vase functions as both a sophisticated art piece and also a modern home accessory.

A minimal way to elevate the light and sense of space in any room, this rectangular boasts a vertical design and beautiful metal frame.

^{That’s a wrap for this month’s picks. Stay tuned for next month’s highlights with more gear, more culture, and more to obsess over.}