"Many thanks for your hospitality, and a most enjoyable rugby luncheon at the Buddha Bar Restaurant. I thoroughly enjoyed the event, and it was most interesting to meet, and hear the experiences of those two famous rugby players Jason and Jonathan. Also, the Master of Ceremonies, Roger Dakin conducted the proceedings with style."
– Liz Phillips, The Gate Worldwide

"I thoroughly enjoyed myself and look forward, hopefully, to more in the future. What a great idea, lunch with great company, great food and wine and two sporting greats to meet as well. The event was hosted at the Buddha bar, where the welcome and service were ideal to mingle with friends old and new. Jason Leonard and Jonathan Davies were outstanding, meeting everyone and giving some very interesting insights to their time in rugby and wry commentary on the sport today. My only regret is laughing so much I missed the next anecdote! It was pleasing to see the Stuart Mangan appeal benefiting from the fundraising and all who went thoroughly enjoyed themselves."
– Paul Edwards, Credit Suisse Group

"It was an honour to have been invited to the1st Sporting Luncheon last week. The event was superb and organised to perfection and the venue was certainly an inspired choice. The guest speakers gave us such an interesting and informative insight into their professional careers - it was refreshing to listen to such honesty, with totally unprepared scripts. I wish Square Mile success in organising a similar event in the summer."
– Peter Callaghan, The Portuguese Golf Club

"A very enjoyable lunch at the Buddha Bar in London, food was very good, great venue, nice atmosphere, and very entertaining speeches / conversation from Messrs Leonard and Davies."
– Raj Tanna, Dresdner Kleinwort

"I am delighted to say that once again the folks at Square Up Media have pulled it out of the bag with the Sporting Lunches. My clients were delighted to be invited and listen to the excellent story telling of Jonathan Davies and Jason Leonard. We felt very spoiled indeed. All of us got to meet a whole new variety of colourful characters as the tables mingled around and we will definitely be taking another table at the next one. Next time I must remember not to make it a whole day affair!"
– Jennifer McCormick, The Helium Foundation

"I had a very interesting and enjoyable time. The venue was spectacular and the food far above average for those types of events. I was able to meet a number of people and to actually have a conversation with them – all to the good. The reminiscences and banter by your rugby players was also very interesting and as an auctioneer, your MC was very effective. All in all, a very enjoyable time was had and I sincerely hope the funds raised were sufficient to actually help the recipient. Special kudos should be given to your two hostesses - they were very professional and charming at the same time."
– Rodney Birrell, Anpero

"The lunch was a perfect interlude between the superb presentation by lead sponsors Industry RE in the morning (unveiling their Renewable Energy investment programme for the next 18 months) and our further discussions after. The rugby Superstars were really entertaining and fun to be with. Jason Leonard is a very popular figure (especially with the girls). Jonathan Davis shared our table and a few laughs. They are top blokes - we wish them well, and their rugby charity too. The Buddha Bar is fabulous and the wine selection was just perfect. All in all – a most enjoyable and rewarding day – and a bright light in the dark gloom of recession."
– Tim Kendrick, TK Financial

"Many thanks for hosting the inaugural square mile sporting lunch. Being a true rugby fanatic it was good to hear the banter between Jonathan Davies and Jason Leonard. The venue was excellent and it was a really enjoyable networking (and drinking) event. I very much hope to be able to make the next Cricket lunch."
– Michael Bergman, Mint Partners

"Thank you and your colleagues at Square Up Media for hosting a most enjoyable and engaging sporting lunch at the Buddha Bar. It was a very impressive venue and a superb setting to entertain clients in such a novel way – three days before the Grand Slam decider… The magnificent setting and fine Asian cuisine made it a very memorable occasion.

"Your guest speakers provided a mighty tonic and colourful insight into the Six Nations Championship both on and off the field. Their stories and anecdotes were most compelling. You have created a great formula for hosting sporting lunches that offer an intimate and personal experience for clients and guests alike. We look forward to the next one…"
– Russell Murphy, Benfield Sports