Brixton Rooftop: Will You Be Naughty Or Nice?
As the night draws to a close and the office drones leave their desks behind, the synchronized march of the city workers escaping for Christmas can be heard throughout London. Together as one they blend, merging themselves with the rest of the bustling commuters who chatter excitedly among themselves. For tonight for one night only the city worker is gone and in its place is a free spirited child that longs to relish the festive spirit once more. The office suits remain crumpled in a corner and the ties are thrown in the bin, even the shirts that they still cling onto like famished workers are open to the third button, exposing their pre-festive drunken state. A little worse for wear they plunder on excitedly, taking their seats next to us on the train with red tired eyes. We leave as one, leaving behind our working careers and relishing the freedom of the ‘festive spirit’ that is oh so ‘honey sweet’.
Nothing Tastes Better Than Sparkling Cider Like Rekorderlig During The Festive Season
What was once an urban dwellers nightmare, had been transformed into a ‘New Shoreditch’ with breath-taking murals, which created a stark contrast to the bleak urban landscape of the city centre that the workers had left behind. They smiled among themselves and strode forward with purpose, as we too joined them on our journey to Brixton Rooftop. The music drifted in the air, as it settled into our ear drums and infecting us with the ‘disease’ of Christmas spirit.Even the grumpiest of patrons had a smile on their faces and the frown lines seemed to disappear momentarily as they listened to music with hope in their hearts. The Brixton Rooftop was unlike any other ‘dive bar’ that they had seen; the walls were painted in a ‘winter wonderland’ theme and fairy lights twinkled mischievously at Santa’s helpers, who wafted by in a flurry of candy striped red and white. The elves had been busy, and having escaped from ‘Santa’s domineering clutches’ they had concocted a magical plan to infect us with the Christmas spirit.
The Night Was Still Young And The Festivities Were In Motion
Drinks flowed merrily, as the gentle soothing sound of the taps gushing out pints, ciders and Christmas cocktails galore wafted into the air, as we became drunk on the essence of life. The smell of cinnamon, spice and all things nice commandeered the Christmas festivities and the amusing sight of the city drones letting loose and twerking to Rihanna ‘Work’ made us laugh a little louder than we should have done. Love was on the cards, with couples intertwined gazing dolefully into each other eyes, while the players were on the prowl, sharp looks back and forth as they hunted out their next ‘win’ for the night. But it was the smell of good food and equally good company that drew us ever closer, as we closed our eyes and let the stress melt away.
The patrons downed pink fizzy liquid that wouldn’t be seen amiss in ‘Charlie & The Chocolate Factory’ with Rekorderlig as the ‘cider choice’ of the night. Mulled wine flowed aplenty as the famished workers tucked into their fresh double cooked chips, while the party heads knocked back ‘secret winter shots’ like the ‘Caner’ adding to the almost debaucherously delicious atmosphere that Brixton Rooftop was cultivating. But it was the almost perfect harmony of content sighs as the crowd sampled each pleasing dish from the food stalls that made this festive gathering a content group. The vegetarians and the vegans devoured spicy five bean chili smothered with rice and salad from ‘Vudu’ while the meat eaters licked their plates clean with ample offerings of harissa spiced lamb and mint yoghurt from the aptly named ‘Lambassadors’. Much to the disappointment of the crowd who had been longing for steaming plates of creamy mac and cheese, with festive Camembert and cranberry sauce, ‘Mac To The Future‘ had gone ‘time travelling’ and the workers consoled themselves with more festive spirits that were guaranteed to get the ‘party started’.
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One by one, the stalls switched off their lights as they sifted their culinary delights back into steel pans and put down the shutters for the night. The elves melted fleetingly into the night and Santa’s helpers were nowhere to be found. But the music still carried on and the patrons remained, not quite ready to return to their normal lives. The night was still young but our time had come and we stole away, with the soft clonk of heels on stone pavements. There was a decided chill in the air but our cheeks were rosy with a festive glow and as we flopped into our beds, our plump soft lips curved into a smile. We curled into our printed blankets and filled up our hot water bottles, as we settled in for the night. The TV murmured quietly in the background and all was still. Vivid dreams floated through the night where we imagined ourselves to be in charge of the winter kingdom:the cider would flow freely to the beat of the music, while the food would be plentiful tinged with spice and intense flavour. The music would never stop and neither would we, charged by the raucous energy that would course through the night. But then startled we awoke and remembered that it was all a dream. Or was it?
Merry Christmas From Brixton Rooftop!
What Are Your Thoughts On Festive Rooftop Events? Have You Ever Been To One?
*Disclaimer
Please note I and Lindsey were provided complimentary food and drinks and payment in collaboration with Rekorderlig but all narrative sequences are my own and not influenced by monetary compensation. Available Thursday- 6-11.30 PM, Friday and Saturday 6- 2 AM until January.
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Looks like you guys had a great time! The Reckordelig drink looks deliciously refreshing too. Thank you for sharing this, really gets me in the Christmas party spirit (:
Sounds like you enjoyed yourself and the sparkling cider Rekordelig drink does sound like something I could have and enjoy.
My husband is from Chicago and this reminds me of an event we went to a couple of years ago. The night was crisp, Christmas was near, the stars were out, and we were invited to a rooftop event with a group of friends. Maybe it was the setting, maybe it was the drinks or the time of year, it’s hard to say .. but the evening was truly magical. My husband always has a beer in his hand. Me? I love flavored ciders like those from Rekorderlig and would especially love to try their strawberry-lime or wild berry flavors. Cheers to the holidays!
I love Rekorderlig. It’s my favourite cider and now I want some!
Rekordelig is one of my favs cider brand ! I love the Strawberry & Lime flavour and Peach-Basil sounds like a dream.
PS: I have always admired how you create a story for every blog post.
It sounds like you had a lovely time, I could just imagine being there with you. It is amazing that Rekordelig are helping to host such fun nights.
I love my cider and I have tried Rekordelig before. It tastes really delicious. The peach basil looks really tasty too!
I love rooftop events. They are so much more fun and happening. Seems like you had a great time, hope to try the place whenever I get to visit London 😊
I’ve never been to a rooftop event, but I’d sure enjoy attending one! And after reading about this fabulous evening, you have me craving a refreshing Rekorderlig cider. They’re so delicious and perfect for the holidays!
That Rekordelig drink looks delicious! I’d love to try one day.
I’ve never been to a rooftop event – festive or otherwise haha. This looks fun though and my husband would love the drink choice as Rekorderlig is one his “when I’m out” staple.
Oh Husband would love this as Rekordelig is his cider of choice as he doesn’t drink beer.
What a fun night out, I haven’t tried Rekordelig before but will look out for it. Yay for that festive spirit, this certainly got me in the Christmasy mood.
Looks like you’ve had a great time. I’ve never tried Rekorderlig but I’m a big fan of sparkling drinks so may need to try!
C x
I have never been to a festive rooftop event, but they sound like a lot of fun. Hubby loves his strawberry and lime Rekorderlig but I love the passionfruit
I love the sound of Rekordelig. Never heard of it until now.
I don’t personally drink cider, it sounds really good and those flavors sound insane. You seemed to have had a great time!
Wow, I could almost feel the fun you had from just reading this post. Rekorderlig sounds like an amazing drink. Can’t wait to try it.
I’ve never been to a rooftop event. I feel like it would be too cold for a holiday rooftop event in Canada haha. Maybe the Rekordelig cider would help keep us Canadians warm!
I always have rekorderlig as refreshing summer drink. I’ve never had it in the winter before. I’ve never been to a roof top event either!
As I have gotten older, I haven’t been to as many holiday parties. The Brixton Rooftop event sounds like something that could bring me out for a night!
Girlfriend!! I want to go next time. This sounds like it was such an amazing event!!!
I’d never heard of Rekorderlig but I love cider. Will try and find some to try.
My partner only drinks cider and Rekorderlig do fantastic flavours! I love them too. Looks like you had a great night out
I’ll have to keep in mind the Rekordelig if I’m in London. I love rooftop events, but actually tend to go to them most often in the fall or spring.
Sounds like a good time was had by everyone! The sparkling cider sounds delish
I just love Christmas/holiday events! They are the best – this one looks like a ton of fun!
Rooftop parties are always so much fun. I have never been to one during the holidays. I would love to try Rekorderlig. I am always looking for a new favorite.
I love rooftop “parties” – there’s always a different vibe, one that is more enjoyable. The view is a definitely a bonus! This place sounds perfect for New Year’s Eve countdown though.
Thanks for sharing. Brixton Rooftop venue sounds like a cool place to check out. Don’t drink cider to often but might give Rekorderlig a go.
One of my goals in life is to spend a Christmas in London, I’m sure it looks absolutely amazing with so many different things to do. I’m from Chicago and this type of event reminds me of the ones I used to go to all the time. Rooftops bars are so much fun, especially around the holidays and when accompanies by delicious cocktails and great company. Merry Christmas!
What a wonderful dining experience and enjoying sparkling Rekorderlig cider with the the meal must have been wonderful. I would love to visit a roof top event, I have not been to one before.
This reminded me so much of our office Christmas parties during my time working in London, a great post! Love Rekordelig too, it’s delicious! 🙂
I love rooftop events. There’s something so special and magical about them I find. I don’t have the time to get out as much as I used to now though- that’s kids for you!
I heard about Rekorderlig, it looks like great. My husband loves strawberries, it’s great to have it at Christmas and the end of the year.
I’ve never been to a rooftop event and I hardly join Xmas parties in public places. By the way I DO LOVE rooftops bars and restaurants and if I had the chance I would definitely pay a visit to Brixton rooftop. I’m particularly fon with Martini Royal but I’m not sure all the places out of Italy have Martini and Prosecco to prepare it. DO you think they will satisfy my Italian thirst? 🙂
What a wonderful time. I’ve love to go to a rooftop event and I love Reiorderlig cider. We always drink them in summer by the beach. x
What a fun, fun event that must have been! Made me think back of those parties I attended when I was young. First time I heard about Rekorderlig but I would love to be right there where the Rekorderlig Cider Lounge is!
I didn’t read realise Rekordiling was sponsoring Brixton Rooftop this year? I’ve been in the summer for an event with Malibu, but this festive one sounds way cooler! X
This reminded me of a rooftop Christmas Event that I attended last year at Times Square, NYC. I have heard that Christmas in London is so magical and loved the way how you have described all its magic in this post! Brixton Rooftop sounds like a place that I’d love to visit!
Hope someone could bring this Reckordelig drinks here in Manila. I wish to try them!
Cheers for the holidays!
Wow can Rekordilig throw a fabulous party. I’ve never been to brixton rooftop or one of their parties but I’ve been to a rooftop party in the states and it’s just amazing how electric the atmosphere gets. Btw I’d love a spicy 5 bean chili right about now.
Rekorderlig Sparkling Cider seems a nice drink. I think it will be cool to have it on New Years Eve. I’ll recommend this to my friends! I’m excited to try it myself.
Rekorderlig sounds refreshing, I would love to attend a rooftop event! The best way to enjoy the night after a stressful day at work.
Looks like you guys had a great time! That sparkling Rekorderlig cider sounds tasty!
Oh my! This looks so much fun and looks like you really had a great time! Rooftop bar are the best party ever!
Love that this post was kind of written like a story! I personally do not drink alcohol, but loved all the pictures. Especially the nutcracker!
I have never been to a rooftop restaurant but i would love to go one day for sure .I liked the way you have written.It took me virtually there.
I have not been to any rooftop party but i would love to go.
That sounds like tons of fun. I have never been to a rooftop restaurant, but it looks like it would be amazing!
I have never been to an event like this before on rooftop but it sounds amazing. I would love to have an experience like that.
I have never been to a roof top event but it looks like you had an amazing time
This looks MINDBLOWING! I love how you narrated your way through the entire event kind of felt you were telling me a story and I love that about your posts it keeps me engaged and I read through it all without having a headache at the end! Rooftop parties sound like my kinda thing!
Rooftop bar sounds fantastic fun! I love that cider too, nice tastes
I love rooftop events but I’ve never been to a rooftop event, festive and this sounds like you had so much fun! The Reckordelig drink looks deliciously refreshing and this place also seems perfect for New Year’s Eve countdown though. Happy Holidays!!
I have never been to a rooftop party myself, but I was at a friend’s BBQ on a second-floor deck. The atmosphere was great. I bet the rooftop celebration during the holiday will be great to enjoy.
I go past this on the train every day to work and always wonder what it’s like in full flow. Thanks for the insight!