Opening Notes and First Toasts
Tucked away on the quiet streets of South Kensington, The Other House is part private members’ club, part luxury residence, part hotel – a place where design meets discretion.
Its bold interiors and intimate atmosphere made it the perfect backdrop for our September gathering.
From this elegant London base, conversation soon turned from champagne flutes, Provence rosé and D’YAVOL vodka cocktails to the roar of supercars, the sweep of mountain passes, and the glamour of the Riviera. It was an evening where city sophistication met the spirit of the open road.
The evening began with Sam Southall setting the tone – his voice filling the room as the first glasses were poured. D’YAVOL vodka cocktails crafted by The Other House’s resident mixologist set the mood, a spirited start to what was always destined to be more than just a Wednesday night.
A Taste of the Road Ahead
With glasses in hand, guests were given a sneak preview of the 2026 Verve Rally routes. From the mountain passes of Arabia to the glamour of the Riviera, anticipation built as we shared what’s in store for the next chapters of our journey, celebrating 10 years of Verve Rally in 2026.
Dinner Upstairs, Music in Motion
As conversation flowed, we moved upstairs to a private dining room where a three-course dinner awaited. Between courses, Sam Southall returned—not only singing, but getting the room moving. His energy carried the night, just as our convoys carry through the mountains: alive, electric, unforgettable.
More Than a Rally
For Verve, evenings like this capture a glimpse of what the evenings of our rallies are all about – connection, conversation, and a sense of adventurous fun that goes beyond the road itself. By the time dessert was cleared, new friendships had been struck, future journeys mapped out, and the Verve spirit in full force.
Looking Ahead
To those who joined us: thank you for making it a night to remember. To those yet to experience it: the road is calling, and the next adventure promises to be even more extraordinary.
Where will your next Verve story begin?
