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Forbes
03-07-2025
- Forbes
Travel London 2025: Must-Visit Restaurants & Hotels This Summer
Constantly evolving, London's hospitality scene always has something new to offer, even to those of us who visit the city frequently. From cosy bistros to fine dining experiences; luxury hotels focused on sustainability to cosy hotels with amazing views, this is a guide to some of the hottest restaurants, bars and hotels to visit during your next trip to London. HUMO London Photo: Bacchus HUMO Well deserving of its Michelin star, HUMO breaks the menu down by level of fire used to cook each course. Ignite, Smoke, Flame, and Embers. I opted for the trout sashimi which acts as the perfect start - refreshing, and a great dish to cleanse the palate. Mushrooms followed featuring a gorgeous mix of lion's mane, mousseron, and an Arlington white yolk. The Orkney scallops grilled in direct contact with whisky barrels were sublime. The standout, however, was the Kagoshima A4 black cattle sirloin. The beef melted at a touch and was cooked to perfection. The wine pairing offered with each course has been carefully curated to match and enhance each dish. A refreshing dessert closed of a fantastic combination of dishes, each one playing a crucial role along the adventure of dining at HUMO. If you're looking for a true gastronomical experience and an adventure in dining, HUMO is not to be missed. ALBA Walking into ALBA feels like opening your balcony door to the Amalfi coast. The space is gorgeous, with large windows that fill the room with natural light, olive trees scattered across the restaurant, and fresh vegetables and fish laid out in front of a large open kitchen. While the space is breathtaking, the food is what will stick with you, it certainly did for me. Before delving into each dish, let's touch on the balance of ALBA. While many expect Italian cuisine to sometimes feel somewhat heavy, every dish at ALBA brings balance, making you feel satisfied yet light and content, even as you finish up dessert. The standout dish was also our first - the beef carpaccio is rolled at the table and features fresh arugula and chunks of artichoke, sprinkled with Parmesan and large slices of truffle. A dish that is, as mentioned, beautifully balanced. The burrata was one of the softest and fluffiest I've had while the truffle and cream Tagliolini was light, creamy, and subtle. Last but certainly not least, the pistachio tiramisu is a fantastic take on the classic - and one you'll definitely be back for. ALBA is the spot for an elevated brunch, a lunch date, or even an early dinner before heading out for the night. ALBA London Photo: Ben Carpenter Henri Bistro A cosy bistro with an extensive spirits and wine selection, Henri is the perfect spot for an elevated dining experience, while keeping things casual and comfortable. The menu offers a wide variety of options, be it seafood, meat or vegetarian options. The scallops were fantastic, the octopus well-balanced, and the ribeye cooked to perfection. After dinner, move over to the bar and choose your closing tipple from a selection of whisky, tequila and rum, or opt for a classic cocktail instead. If you're looking for a relaxing evening of great food and tasty cocktails away from the grandiose and noise of Soho, this is your spot. 1 Hotel Mayfair Photo: Bacchus 1 Hotel - Mayfair First on the list and for good reason, 1 Hotel Mayfair is a much-needed calm, natural haven in the center of London. Known for their sustainable initiatives, 1 Hotel Mayfair ties nature into every corner of the hotel, seamlessly, with over 1,000 plants across the property. 1 Hotel features a fantastic spa and wellness centre, and some great options to dine before heading out for the evening. The lively Dover Yard bar (one of my personal favorites in London) offers an extensive whisky and spirits collection, and an immersive cocktail menu. In fact, the new cocktail menu, Regenerative Forces, has just launched, which draws inspiration from the restorative forces that drive nature, fire, water, earth and wind. Last but not least, make sure to dine at the iconic Dove Tale restaurant, led by 2-Michelin Star chef, Tom Sellers. The raw bar offers fresh oysters and caviar, alongside various types British seafood, while the Land section of the menu gives the carnivores among us some fantastic choices. Sharing plates are also offered alongside fresh pasta dishes. The ingredients are all locally sourced, with the fruit and vegetables are sourced within a four hour radius of London. BoTree Hotel Photo: BoTree BoTree Hotel A lovely independent property, BoTree brings guest experience and sustainability to the forefront. The hotel integrates sustainability into the design, in the materials used in the rooms, and in LAVO, the sleek Italian restaurant with West Coast vibes attached to the hotel. The lack of a classic reception allows the team to create a closer connection with the guests, which I felt throughout my whole stay at BoTree, with hosts always there to assist with recommendations or any other matter at hand. Located in Marylebone, the hotel is also at a perfect location to easily step out and explore some of London's most famous neighborhoods. The rooms themselves are full of personality, with brights colors blending in with great woodwork, cheerful artwork, and modern furniture. The rooms make one feel both at home yet still on vacation in this vibrant neighborhood of London. Treehouse Hotel London Credit: Simon Brown Photography Treehouse Hotel The Treehouse hotel brings one back to childhood days spent in a treehouse, albeit - a much more elevated one. Natural colors, wood designs and green all make Treehouse a relaxing, elevated yet budget-friendly option for your next visit to London. At the top of the hotel one can find The Nest, which offers a gorgeous view of London over a cocktail or a coffee. One floor below guests can find Madera, a Mexican restaurant offering a large selection of Mexican classics and sharing plates. Should you feel like venturing out, the surrounding neighborhood has a lot to offer in terms of food and drink, yet not nearly as busy as Mayfair or Soho. There you have it - whether you're on a budget, in town for business, or celebrating a special occasion and wish to pamper yourself - the options above should give everyone a fantastic experience in London.
Associated Press
13-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Blockchain-based HUMO token backed by government bonds to be piloted in Uzbekistan
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uzbekistan is set to pilot a new asset-backed token, HUMO, tied to government bonds. The project aims to create innovative methods of attracting foreign investment, increase transparency of financial transactions, and establish an even more attractive investment environment. The HUMO token will be backed by government bonds. This structure is intended to provide price stability while minimizing speculative volatility – often a key concern for tokenized instruments. It should be noted that the project fully complies with the legislative requirements of the Republic of Uzbekistan regarding the circulation of crypto assets. Institutional anchors and technical foundations The project is being developed with support from several domestic and international partners. HUMO, the payment system serving over 35 million cardholders and widely integrated into the country's banking and retail sectors, will serve as the foundation of the project. HUMO's vast integration with banks and merchants naturally sets the token for mass adoption. Technical development is spreadheaded by Asterium, a local crypto service provider, and Broxus, blockchain infrastructure vendor. The project is planned to be launched based on two technologies – EVM and TVM. The technological foundation chosen for TVM is Tycho, a protocol that will ensure support for high loads, scalability, and cost-effective transactions. Tycho is built to support high throughput and low transaction costs, which is critical for potential government-scale use cases. Token benefits: Transparency, cost reduction, and integration The HUMO token aims to facilitate instant payments, reduce transaction fees, and improve transparency by recording operations on a public blockchain. According to project headliners, it may also help limit informal financial flows and improve the efficiency of cashless payments. Alexey Maksimov, Chairman of HUMO, noted that the launch of the HUMO-backed token is an important step towards building an innovative and modern financial system in Uzbekistan: 'The creation of this token, fully backed by real assets, will help increase public trust, simplify transactions, and accelerate the development of the country's digital economy. One of our key objectives is to enhance transparency and reduce the risk of fraud, which is especially important in the current environment.' Komilkhuzha Sultonov, Director of Asterium, described the initiative as a step towards integrating blockchain into everyday financial processes: 'The HUMO token project lays the groundwork for a new financial system. We are creating a solid infrastructure that integrates modern technology into daily financial transactions, making interactions with crypto assets as simple and routine as it would be with traditional assets.' Broxus founder Sergey Shashev emphasized the importance of scalable and secure infrastructure: 'We're delighted to see Broxus technologies contributing to a project of such significance for the government. Our mission is to deliver solutions that make digital transactions safe, accessible and transparent, and the Tycho blockchain can achieve that while maintaining high transaction speeds, low fees and reliability required by projects at this level.' Looking ahead With linkage to real-world assets, the HUMO token may serve as a ground for broader blockchain integration into Uzbekistan's financial system. In the future, the blockchain platform created within this project could serve as a basis for the development of new digital services in Uzbekistan. About HUMO National Interbank Processing Center of Uzbekistan (national payment system HUMO) is one of the leading financial infrastructures of Uzbekistan. Its main goal is to become a key financial hub not only in Central Asia but also beyond its borders. Since its inception, HUMO has demonstrated steady growth, actively expanding its payment services ecosystem and strengthening partnerships both domestically and internationally. Contact: Aleksey Maksimov Chairman of the Board of the National Interbank Processing Center (NMPC) [email protected] Disclaimer: This is a paid post and is provided by HUMO token. The statements, views, and opinions expressed in this content are solely those of the content provider and do not necessarily reflect the views of this media platform or its publisher. We do not endorse, verify, or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information presented. We do not guarantee any claims, statements, or promises made in this article. 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