Author Archives: Demi Perera

Eat Slow This Autumn with Buffalicious

Posted on 2020-09-16 by Demi Perera

Demi Perera acquires a taste for buffalo reared in Somerset. If the last few months have taught us anything it’s the importance of supporting small businesses in our communities. As we entered mild panic about food shortages and insecurity caused … Continue reading →

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Ocean Encounters – a Photographic Exhibition by Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts

Posted on 2019-10-18 by Demi Perera

Demi Perera reports on Ocean Encounters, a photography exhibition by Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts. Greta Thunberg has successfully challenged the conversation on climate change. Our oceans, which play a key role in the debate have featured heavily. Such times calls … Continue reading →

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Charity Pop-Up for Sri Lanka at Shangri-La Hotel At The Shard

Posted on 2019-06-19 by Demi Perera

Demi Perera reports on a pop-up for a good cause at Shangri-La Hotel. Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel (2019) destination Sri Lanka suffered a devastating terrorist attack in April this year. 258 people were killed and over 500 injured. The … Continue reading →

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Interview: Independent Hotelier Mustafa Najmudeen on Recovery of Sri Lanka’s Tourism Industry

Posted on 2019-06-01 by Demi Perera

Demi Perera interviews Sri Lanka independent hotelier Mustafa Najmudeen. Sri Lanka suffered a devastating terrorist attack on Easter Sunday. Over 250 lives were lost and hundreds more injured. As ever, ripples were felt further beyond. 34 countries issued travel advisories … Continue reading →

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Covent Garden in Bloom Returns

Posted on 2019-05-17 by Demi Perera

Fleur de Villes has returned to Covent Garden with yet another dazzling display of luxury floral couture. It’s part of the annual Covent Garden in Bloom event, which runs from 15th May to 5th June 2019, kicking off Spring in the city. The exhibition, held in Central Street inside the Market building, celebrates the changing of seasons and is, as expected, an utter treat on the senses. Continue reading →

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Gorgias London’s O Range Combines Natural Beauty and Honest Luxury

Posted on 2019-01-18 by Demi Perera

Demi Perera drops by Petersham Nurseries in Covent Garden for the launch of new British beauty brand, Gorgias London, and its range of single-pressed facial oils and five shampoos and conditioners. Continue reading →

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A Taste of Honey at Dokke, St Katharine Docks

Posted on 2018-10-29 by Demi Perera

St Katharine Docks, which incidentally turned 190 years old in the same week, hosted a wonderful honey-based dinner at the utterly divine Asian- fusion restaurant Dokke. The restaurant is headed by luxury private island specialist Chef Neil Wager who’d created a special St Katharine Docks honey-infused menu for the evening. Continue reading →

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Covent Garden Smells of Roses

Posted on 2018-10-05 by Demi Perera

London’s Covent Garden is synonymous with many things. The traffic-free piazza, luxury boutiques, restaurants and bars are amongst those which make it a must see for anyone visiting town. There’s always a good reason to go but here’s one more. Fleurs de Ville’s  floral-dressed mannequin installations are now on display in Covent Garden’s Central Avenue. They will remain there as part of Frieze Festival until Sunday 7th October. Continue reading →

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City Life Festival Celebrates All Things London This October

Posted on 2018-10-04 by Demi Perera

Demi Perera previews City Life Festival. It would be more than fair to say that London has a unique identity. It’s not something that is tangible and it’s never been an easy thing to define. Londoners’ appreciate it and it’s … Continue reading →

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Summer by the River is All Drama This August

Posted on 2018-07-08 by Demi Perera

London’s Open Air Theatre season is set to return to the heart of the capital this August. Now in its 15th unforgettable year it will offer Londoners free access to the city’s finest theatrical artists and experiences. Performances will run from August to September as part of the Summer by the River Festival which takes place at London Bridge City. Continue reading →

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Rooftop Film Club is Back

Posted on 2018-05-22 by Demi Perera

London is collectively cheering its return as it brings a whole lot of sunshine, classic movies and popcorn back to our lives. Think long evenings with panoramic views across London from Bussey Building and Roof East. Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday St Pancras International

Posted on 2018-05-09 by Demi Perera

St. Pancras International Station turned 150 years old yesterday on the 8th of May. The station is celebrating with a series of events named Celebrate St Pancras – the people, the place, the journey to mark the occasion. The events, exhibitions and installations have been commissioned to showcase the transformation of the station since 1868. Continue reading →

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Nuwara Eliya | Index

Posted on 2018-04-02 by Demi Perera

Writing about Nuwara Eliya was as moving as it was being there. Continue reading →

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Nuwara Eliya | Ferncliff

Posted on 2018-04-01 by Demi Perera

During my time in Nuwara Eliya I stayed a Ferncliff, a colonial period family home built in 1832. It’s an entrancing, historic place. For a romantic such as myself its poise was a distraction. Each morning here I spent the early hours of dawn lucidly dreaming of the very place I was staying only woken when the butler gently knocked on my door with breakfast. Continue reading →

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Nuwara Eliya I Top 5 Activities

Posted on 2018-03-31 by Demi Perera

It is near impossible to avoid the allure of tea plantations (which are inconceivably beautiful) and the chance to photograph the tokenised smiling faces of poverty within them. However, if you would like a more mindful experience here is a list of ways you can have a more discerning connection with Nuwara Eliya. Continue reading →

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Nuwara Eliya | Little England?

Posted on 2018-03-30 by Demi Perera

The Post Office  Demi Perera continues her series about Nuwara Eliya, with a visit to Sri Lanka’s Little England. Nuwara Eliya is well known as Sri Lanka’s Little England and Tea Country with sprawling hillsides covered in waist-high tea bushes attracting … Continue reading →

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Nuwara Eliya | Sri Lanka’s Mythical Wonder

Posted on 2018-03-25 by Demi Perera

Demi Perera explores the under appreciated history and wonder of Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka. Continue reading →

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Word on the Street in Jerusalem

Posted on 2018-02-20 by Demi Perera

Jerusalem is certainly an interesting place. Now that maybe stating the obvious but there’s something very contemporary happening and it’s hard to ignore. The city’s millennials are redefining it with one of the coolest underground movements since the hipster take over of Shoreditch in London. Here’s a list of places where it’s all happening. Continue reading →

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Something’s Happening at Quaglino’s and You Need to Know About It

Posted on 2018-02-10 by Demi Perera

Quaglino’s, our favourite Mayfair wonder, is tempting us with the best tantalising Thursday offering I’ve heard of in a long while. Continue reading →

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Love Madrid I Fine Food Art of Ramón Frexia

Posted on 2018-02-05 by Demi Perera

Demi Perera recounts one more moreish moment in Madrid as her series about the Spanish capital continues. The grand finale of my exquisite culinary tour of Madrid with Luxury Travel Advisors was an unforgettable 20 course meal crafted by chef Ramón … Continue reading →

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Love Madrid I Private Tapas Walking Tour

Posted on 2018-01-31 by Demi Perera

Demi Perera’s tour of Madrid with Luxury Travel Advisors continues on a bright Sunday morning in the bustling centre of Puerta del Sol, Madrid with a privately guided walk with tapas stops at some of the city’s most iconic and historic venues. Continue reading →

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Love Madrid | Chef’s Table Tour

Posted on 2018-01-29 by Demi Perera

In the first post of her series about falling in love with Madrid’s gastronomy, Demi Perera begins her Love Madrid journey at Mercado de San Anton to gather provisions for creating a sumptuous Spanish lunch to share with friends. Continue reading →

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See the Colour of Summer in Bali

Posted on 2018-01-27 by Demi Perera

Re-inventing the wheel isn’t a task many would choose to undertake especially, given that the bar has been set very high. So what kind of a person (or two) would take up such a barmy challenge AND win?  Continue reading →

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Simon Says, Shop Better!

Posted on 2017-12-13 by Demi Perera

Simon Malls cover 14 states in the USA and offer an unbeatable mix of high street retailers, premium outlets and impressive dining options. Continue reading →

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Millennials to Drink Coffee in a Victorian … Ahem … Setting

Posted on 2017-11-29 by Demi Perera

Attendant, the uber cool coffee shop concept developed by Bosh McKeown and Ryan De Oliveira, is set to arrive in Fitzrovia just in time for Christmas. A Victorian gentleman’s toilet, perfectly located, at the corner of Foley Street and Great Titchfield Street will now be a flagship for the chain which already boasts properties in Shoreditch and Clerkenwell. Continue reading →

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It is the Most Wonderful Time of the Year for Giving

Posted on 2017-11-29 by Demi Perera

Demi Perera shares the details about South Place Hotel’s annual Christmas Toy Party in aid of Bart’s Charity. It is indeed the most wonderful time of the year. Festive lights adorn every street and the scent of mince pies, mulled … Continue reading →

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Pre Christmas Feasting with Parma Ham

Posted on 2017-11-19 by Demi Perera

If you thought that a ham sandwich was the best we could do with Parma Ham it is most certainly time to think again. Continue reading →

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Battle of the Sexes – It was Crunch Time

Posted on 2017-11-18 by Demi Perera

It was literally crunch time at Westfield London, Shepherd’s Bush this week courtesy Nature Valley and their new snack – Nut Butter Biscuits. The Atrium in Westfield was transformed in to a tennis court complete with reserved seating to celebrate the release of the movie Battle of the Sexes. Continue reading →

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Hoxton Serves up Some Flavour

Posted on 2017-11-09 by Demi Perera

How do you like your art? Shaken, not stirred? How about edible? Well, now anything has been made possible. Smith and Sinclair, who made all our grown up dreams come true by creating alcohol pastilles, have teamed up with the equally indulgent Lanique liqueur to bring us The Flavour Gallery. Continue reading →

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Shuffle Like Santa in Brick Lane

Posted on 2017-11-07 by Demi Perera

Following on from it’s roaring success last year, The London Shuffle Club pop up has returned to the Truman Brewery. Complete with retro Miami inspired decor, inflatable palm trees and flamingos we can now happily shuffleboard in Brick Lane. I went along to find out what this was all about. Continue reading →

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Autumn’s New Arrival: The Allegory

Posted on 2017-10-21 by Demi Perera

On the crisp autumn evening of 19th October, bar and restaurant heavyweights Drake and Morgan delivered their unmistakable dining style to East London. The Allegory opened it’s doors to a gathering of the capital’s press in Shoreditch in a much anticipated opening. Continue reading →

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A Perfect Gin and Tonic at Brasserie Blanc

Posted on 2017-10-09 by Demi Perera

Demi Perera attended the Festival of Flavour at the Fulham Reach branch of Brasserie Blanc last week to celebrate its new autumn menu. Continue reading →

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BLADE: A Unique Experience in Hairdressing

Posted on 2017-09-29 by Demi Perera

Blade has perfectly captured its surrounding energy and moulded it in it’s unique “hair clubbing” experience. The brainchild of Julia Olofsson and D.T. Stroo it’s a salon that combines a well stocked bar, an espresso bar and a great haircut. Continue reading →

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Courtesan: Bigger, Better, Later.

Posted on 2017-09-20 by Demi Perera

When you live in a city as diverse as London you soon learn that there is a list of pulsating, uber cool, queues out of the door, “you’re not on the list” venues that simmer just below the surface. They give this city its edge. BUT you have to be in the know. Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Bubbledogs!

Posted on 2017-09-06 by Demi Perera

It was champagne and hot dogs at dusk on Monday 4th September to celebrate the 5th birthday of Bubbledogs – the brainchild of Sandia Chang and James Knappett. They, of Michelin star restaurant “Kitchen Table” fame, threw a mother of a party at Borough Market with the return of The Hot Dog Challenge 2017. Continue reading →

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