From where to watch the matches, great recipe suggestions - perfect for TV snacking, limited edition cocktails and even a football-free zone, we’ve got it covered.

Michael Wignall

Two Michelin star chef Michael Wignall of The Latymer restaurant in Surrey, and the chef behind Café Football in Stratford has created some simple but delicious recipes perfect for whipping up before a game and sharing with friends and family during it.

Las Iguanas

Brimming with Latin American charm, Las Iguanas have created a limited edition cocktail available from  12 June – 13 July 2014 .  The Victory  – a playful nod to the World Cup is indeed a triumph, combining ice-cold cava with Absolut Mango, passion fruit syrup and edible silk gold all served in an elegant champagne flute. After all the World Cup only happens every four years… And even though this delectable concoction may contain gold, you won’t have to spend a lot of yours on it,  The Victory  is very reasonably priced at £6 for one or £9 for two. If you’re feeling hungry after all that football (watching) and in the mood for something traditionally Brazilian, Las Iguanas also serve flavour-packed, authentic curries. Dig into their Xinxim (creamy peanut lime chicken) for example and be transported straight to the World Cup’s host country.

LI xin
LI xin

Did you know in timely fashion it’s also  International Cachaça Day -  the national spirit of Brazil - on  June 12 ? Why not stock up on some of Las Iguanas finest Magnifica Cachaça, available to buy online with nationwide delivery or head to your nearest Las Iguanas restaurant for two for one Caipirinhas ALL DAY!

And if all this talk of Brazil has made you even more determined to visit, now is your chance! Las Iguanas have also teamed up with Chimu Adventures, the Latin American Travel Specialists, offering guests the chance to win one of THREE trips to glorious Rio de Janeiro. Visit  www.iguanas.co.uk  for more details.

Parlour, Kensal Rise

Whatever the time and whatever your craving, head to Parlour in Kensal Rise to build up your energy to cheer on the football teams this summer. They’ll be showing every goal scored on a big screen and will extend their opening hours for any late England games. Start the morning with 'DIY toast' or the 'Full Parlour', at lunch get involved with the smoked salmon from their very own smokehouse and enjoy a pint of ale with Desperate Dan’s famous cow pie come the evening.

Refreshing World Cup drink
Refreshing World Cup drink

Polo Bar

Book your own private box for the World Cup in London’s latest 24 Hour Bar – “Phil’s Office” at Polo 24 Hour Bar! Phil’s Office is a brand new private bar opening this June at the top of Polo 24 Hour Bar on Bishopsgate. Throughout the World Cup the bar can be booked for private screenings for groups of up to 20 people. Phil will throw in a bucket of 20 beers and there will be complimentary half time munchies – burgers, hot dogs and wings. World Cup private hire from £300 per match. Bookings must be made in advance – please visit  www.polo24hourbar.co.uk

Goat Drink & Dine

Girls! Head to Goat in Chelsea for the ultimate football-free zone! This June, Goat’s secret speakeasy – The Chelsea Prayer Room will be transformed into a haven for any football widows looking to escape the testosterone fuelled main bar at Goat - DRINK, which will be showing all of England’s football games, as well as the semi-final and final matches. Ladies will be admitted to the hidden members’ bar, The Chelsea Prayer Room,  for the ultimate girly get-together with Cosmopolitan masterclasses (£5 per head), Sex and The City on the big screen and plenty of girlie music. The chaps may have the footie to keep them entertained and plenty of beer on tap, but I think we all know where the real party’s at!