"Contrary to what Gloria Gaynor might think, it is entirely possible to have fun without the presence of a disco ball. But they do help. Soho seafood institution Randall & Aubin not only has a disco ball in the dining room but it’s also one of the only places in London where you can casually order 24 huitres—that’s oysters in French, say it with the confidence of Gloria. You can’t go wrong with the native or Irish oysters, but know that if you’re rolling with a group it’s worth getting involved in the plat de fruits de mer, which includes everything from six rock oysters to a whole dressed crab. " - heidi lauth beasley, sinead cranna