BUSINESS BITES

Dealmaking has always been more of an art than a science. While cities have no shortage of high-rise buildings and crowded conference rooms, the biggest relationships are often built outside of the office.

- WORDS TAMSIN COCKS, HANNAH BRANDLER, TIM PRITCHARD, LINDSEY GALLOWAY

Whether it's the classic power breakfast, a chef-to-impress dinner or an immersive event that will have clients reminiscing for years, face-to-face time in a memorable location can work wonders to seal current and future deals. Here we round up a few of our favourite spots to do business in London, Hong Kong and New York.

LONDON

Hannah Brandler and Tamsin Cocks navigate business in the British capital

Breakfast

For a business breakfast in London, The Wolseley is a classic choice for a reason. A cross between a Parisian brasserie and a grand-but-cosy Viennese cafe, breakfast here is an institution. (So much so, famed restaurant critic A.A. Gill dedicated a whole book to it.) The large dining room in the heart of Piccadilly is buzzing with early business groups from 7am-11.30am each weekday, with professional, discreet service that won't interrupt the flow of conversation. Fuel discussions with the extensive breakfast menu: you'll find everything from Viennoiserie (Viennese-style pastries) to kedgeree and haggis. Treat yourself to pancakes, have eggs any way you can imagine, or fresh fruits, muesli and yoghurts for a healthy boost. Cold-pressed juices, teas and infusions, and a barista menu will quench all thirsts. Got a sensitive proposal to discuss? Private dining rooms are available for groups up to 15.

Lunch

St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel might be best known for its red brick exterior and Spice Girls-famous staircase, but there's even more to this gloriously gothic venue.