Seasonal suggestions
May is likely named after the Greek goddess Maia, mother of Hermes and an Earth Goddess associated with nursing mothers. The Romans also had a goddess called Maia, who bore links to fertility
What to do
Disocver a new perspective at an exhibition of works by Luchita Hurtado at Hauser & Wirth (23, Savile Row, W1), May 12–July 20. The artist first started working on her ‘Sky Skin’ series in the 1970s (www.hauserwirth.com)
What to eat
Hot foot it to The Lanesborough hotel for an exclusive Bridgerton-themed
afternoon tea (created in partnership with Netflix and producers Shondaland). Highlights include A True Love Match, a classic Charlotte sponge cake layered with seasonal strawberry jam and vanilla cream, inspired by the programme’s Queen Charlotte (www. oetkercollection.com)
What to buy
Rosé—at The Rosé Festival, Fulham Palace Gardens, May 27–29. Visitors can now pre-order a limited-edition Pink-nic Hamper, by Daylesford and Léoube (www.the-rose-festival.com)