Another business trip to London? How terribly exhausting. The meetings, the emails, the suspiciously expensive hotel breakfast… Surely a gentleman deserves something more interesting once he's closed his laptop? From elegant dinners to West End evenings and a little well-earned company, here's how to make your next visit to London feel rather less like work and considerably more like pleasure.

A gentleman should know how to keep a secret. Preferably without behaving like he's starring in a spy thriller. From thoughtful introductions and good manners to privacy, mutual respect and the art of not making a fuss, let's discuss why discretion is one of the most attractive qualities a person can possess. No code names required, darling.

A beautiful theatre, a little anticipation, a handsome gentleman beside me and the possibility of a wonderfully dramatic evening? Oh, I do love a good plot. From West End musicals to elegant evenings at the Royal Opera House, let's talk theatre dates, pre-show dinners and why the best part of a performance might just be the conversation afterwards. Curtains up, gentlemen!

A beautiful restaurant, a charming gentleman and a menu that requires a little serious consideration? Now you're speaking my language. From candlelit Mayfair dining rooms to leisurely lunches that somehow become entire afternoons, let's discuss the art of a truly wonderful dinner date. Spoiler: the best thing at the table isn't always on the menu.

Mayfair has expensive tastes, impeccable manners and just enough mischief to keep things interesting. From beautiful restaurants and discreet cocktail bars to galleries and leisurely afternoons, allow me to show you why this little corner of London is particularly lovely with the right company. Dress nicely, gentlemen. I'll do the same.

A good hotel bar knows how to set a mood. From Mayfair's legendary martinis to velvet armchairs, candlelit corners and a little live jazz, here are some of London's loveliest places to settle in for a drink, a conversation and perhaps a rather memorable evening.

Considering your first date with an independent London escort? Don't worry, gentlemen, there's no entrance exam. From making a charming first impression to understanding screening, discretion and a little good old-fashioned etiquette, here's everything you need to know about arranging an evening together. Spoiler: good manners will get you everywhere.