Maharaja: The Splendour of India’s Royal Courts @ V&A

Cromwell Road, SW7 2RL

This winter the V&A will be looking into the world of maharajas, (literally ‘great kings’) in India and their extraordinary rich culture. Showcasing over 250 objects including paintings, jewellery, clothes and furniture this exhibition will examine the changing roles of maharajas within a social and historical context, from the beginning of the 18th century to the mid 20th century. more

Luxury Travel Fair @ Olympia

Olympia Exhibition Centre, W14 8UX; 0871 230 1091

The Luxury Travel Fair features travel companies showcasing beautiful, unusual and exotic places and unforgettable experiences – all under one roof. Now in its fourth year, the Luxury Travel Fair presents the most exclusive resorts, five-star hotels and luxury tour operators. Book now

London Jazz Festival @ various locations

Fri 13 – Sun 22 November 2009

The legendary Sonny Rollins heads up the 2009 London Jazz Festival, in association with BBC Radio 3. Now it’s 17th year there’s a jam-packed programme which includes international grandfathers of jazz alongside the best emerging talent. Plus there’s a whole raft of free concerts and talks. Artists include Chick Corea, Gilberto Gil, Madeleine Peyroux and Jason Moran. more

It is time to lift sanctions against Burma @ Savoy Place

December 2nd, from 6pm

2 Savoy Place, WC2R 0BL

Sanctions have been in place against Burma for the past 20 years, yet the military regime they are targeted against is still in place. Is it time for pro-democracy campaigner Aung San Suu Kyi to reconsider her position? Libby Purves will be chairing this special Intelligence Squared debate (not included on the season ticket). more

Marin Alsop and Susie Orbach: On Leadership @ Purcell Rooms

Monday November 30th, 6pm

Queen Elizabeth Hall, Belvedere Road, SE1 8XX

Artistic director of the Bernstein Project Marin Alsop, feminist writer Susie Orbach and Liberty director Shami Chakrabati come together to discuss the concept of leadership in cultural life and beyond. They ask the question ‘what does leadership stand for in the political and cultural world of today?’ The talk is part of the Bernstein project, a 10 month celebration of the life and works of Leonard Bernstein. more

Pizza East @ under Shoreditch House

56 Shoreditch High St, E1 6JJ; +44 (0)20 7729 1888

Another hip venture from the Nick Jones’ empire has launched in the heart of Shoreditch. Housed in the old T bar, the bare concrete pillars and exposed brick walls lend an airy industrial feel to the space; intimate this is not. But when full, there’s a buzzy atmosphere to the place and it’s the perfect launch pad for a night out. As for the food, pizza is obviously the main feature and is very good by all reports. Go for the simple portobello mushroom pizza, or if you’re feeling rather more adventurous, try the duck sausage pizza with shaved artichokes. more

The London destination page @ Globalista

If you’re planning a trip to London, visit the Globalista London Report to find out more information about the capital. Each of our reports is written by a resident writer and is packed full of insider tips to help guide your way around the city, as well as featuring the best in hotels, restaurants and shops that London has to offer. more