Join House & Garden and The Datai Langkawi on Thursday, November 8, 12-3pm, at Petersham Nurseries Covent Garden. The event will start with a drinks reception, during which the Malaysian hotel’s resident naturalist, Irshad Mobarak (above), will talk about the resort’s fascinating natural heritage in the heart of a 10-million-year-old rainforest, and how he came to be part of the family at this luxury hotel, which is celebrating nearly 25 years with a major refurbishment. A two-course lunch will be served in The Petersham restaurant (above), which focuses on seasonal, responsibly sourced ingredients.Petersham Nurseries’ new flagship in King Street, WC2, incorporates two restaurants, a delicatessen, a homewares shop and a florist around a central courtyard. Tickets cost £60 plus £3.47 booking fee and include a glass of Prosecco, lunch with a glass of wine and coffee, a gift bag and entry into a prize draw to win a five-night stay at The Datai Langkawi (excluding flights) and an afternoon tea for two at The Petersham.