From 14 to 19 April, Nespresso transform Covent Garden Piazza into a playground for adventurous drinkers. Pickled Coffee Cola?! Nespresso brings a bold new coffee experience to Covent Garden with The Recipe Remix, a six day immersive pop up designed to shake up the capital’s caffeine scene. This high impact event blends experimental flavours, interactive installations and free tastings, making it one of the most search worthy London pop ups for coffee lovers in April.
The Recipe Remix invites visitors to rethink what coffee can be, offering a menu of unexpected creations that tap into the rising demand for innovative coffee culture in London. With free entry, free coffee and hands on activities, it is set to be a major draw for anyone searching for things to do in Covent Garden this spring.
Pickled Coffee Cola and Other Wild Creations
The star of the pop up is the Pickled Coffee Cola, a headline grabbing mix of Nespresso Double Espresso Chiaro, diet cola and pickle brine. Inspired by a viral global trend, it is the kind of daring flavour combination that fuels social media buzz and attracts curious coffee fans.
The menu continues with equally unconventional serves including
- The Love It or Hate It Latte, blending Nespresso Melozio with Marmite and topped with avocado foam, served with buttered sourdough
- The Pineapple and Tajin Coffarita, a tropical and spicy coffee influenced by South American flavours
- The Rhubarb and Custard Crumbleccino, a nostalgic dessert style drink pairing vanilla coffee with custard and rhubarb foam
These limited edition recipes position The Recipe Remix as one of the most unique coffee events in London, perfect for those searching for unusual drinks or trending food experiences.
An Immersive Coffee Pop Up
The Recipe Remix goes beyond tasting. Visitors can explore Vertuo Worlds, interactive spaces inspired by Nespresso’s new global campaign, each designed to spark curiosity and flavour discovery. A gamified Press to Explore station offers the chance to win prizes including Aeroccino milk frothers, travel mugs and even a Nespresso Vertuo machine. With every guest receiving a complimentary coffee, the event stands out among free things to do in London this April.
The pop up launches Nespresso’s global Vertuo World campaign, fronted by Global Brand Ambassador Dua Lipa. The campaign celebrates creativity and exploration through coffee, reflecting a shift in UK habits. Nespresso reports that 47 percent of Brits now view coffee as something to experiment with, while 68 percent have tried new routines in the past year. Londoners are leading this movement, embracing bold flavours and playful coffee trends.
Continue the Experience Across London
After visiting the Covent Garden activation, guests can head to the nearby Nespresso Boutique to try the Salted Affogoilto, a rich blend of vanilla gelato, espresso, sea salt and olive oil inspired by Italian summers. More experimental recipes will roll out across Nespresso boutiques nationwide, with fortnightly tastings featuring the Pickled Coffee Cola, Marmite latte, Coffarita and Crumbleccino.
When to Visit The Recipe Remix
The Recipe Remix runs at Covent Garden Piazza from Tuesday 14 April to Sunday 19 April.
Opening times
- Tuesday 14 April: 12:00 to 18:00
- Wednesday 15 April to Sunday 19 April: 11:00 to 18:00
Free, flavour packed and designed for discovery, this Covent Garden pop up proves that coffee in London is evolving fast. If you are searching for the best London pop ups, unique food events or free things to do in April, The Recipe Remix is set to be one of the standout experiences of the season.
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