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London Daily Photo: Puppy Dog Eyes
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Deeney’s “Macbeth” Haggis Sandwich (Great British Chefs)
I love haggis. It’s one of the most savoury dishes I can think of and a true winter warmer. The blend of hearty oats, black pepper and, well, all those other ingredients that make haggis so infamously reviled among the squeamish add up to a flavoursome experience that’s unparalleled. And I’m not just hitting you over the head with a hyperbole stick either. Haggis really is one of my favourite foods. So when I heard about a haggis toastie (and that the Evening Standard had claimed it to be London’s best new sandwich) being sold just down the street from where I live, I was clicking my heals to the tune of Auld Lang Syne keen for a glimpse of this glorious sight warm-reekin! Continue reading
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London Daily Photo: Wall
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Best Macarons in London? Pierre Hermé. (OneTravel)
Luckily for the sophisticated sweet tooth in London, there are two venues offering the opportunity to purchase Pierre Hermé’s macarons. There’s his own boutique in ultra upscale Belgravia as well as a concession on the ground floor of the world famous department store, Selfridges. His few other boutiques are dotted here and there in Japan, the Emirates and, of course, throughout France. Continue reading
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Michel Roux Jr Breakfast Event at Whole Foods Kensington, Monday 28 January
BBC 2’s Masterchef: The Professionals presenter, Michel Roux Jr, will appear at the Whole Foods Market in Kensington on Monday morning for a cooking demo, Q&A and book signing. Michel will be joined by Gerry Beck, head chef at Whole Foods Market. … Continue reading
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London Daily Photo: Walking Home
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In Parma … in London
Just under a year old, Fitzrovia restaurant, In Parma, has been bleeping wildly on my foodie radar all this time. I finally got round to having a meal there earlier this week, and I’m happy to report that my visit was just as delightful, delicious and autentico as what I experienced in the actual city of Parma itself. Continue reading
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Tagged caponata, charlotte place, charlotte street, cheese, cured meat, emilia romagna, fitzrovia, Food, in parma, italian cuisine, italian food, italian wine, parma, parmesan, parmigiano, parmigiano-reggiano, pasta, ravioli, red cow parmigiano, red wine, restaurant, restaurant review, review, Shopping, sparkling wine, TIRAMISU, tortelli d'erbetta, W1, W1T 1SH, wine
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#LOLCATEXHIBISHUN – A Mewving Exhibition of Cat Inspired Art
Teh Katnip Kartel – Cuds, James McKenzie-Blyth I swung by last night’s PV for Lolcat – Teh Exhibishun, a group art show “exploring the weird and wonderful world of lolcats.” Curated by Jenny Theolin and Soapbox & Sons, the exhibition … Continue reading
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Tagged animal shelter, Art, art review, Battersea Dogs And Cats Home, cats, exhibition, EXHIBITION REVIEW, fitzrovia, group show, iThe Framers Gallery, James McKenzie-Blyth, Jenny Theolin, Kneel Before Hypno-Kitteh, lolcat, Lolcat - Teh Exhibishun, lolcats, London, Pete Hawkes, review, Soapbox & Sons, Teh Katnip Kartel – Cuds, W1T 2JT, Windmill Street
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London Daily Photo: Clapton Bus Garage
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Craft Beer Festival at the Old Truman Brewery, London (CheapOair)
Craft Beer Rising is a new festival featuring an impressive lineup of great beer, street food and music that’s coming to East London the last weekend of February. Read my complete preview at the CheapOair blog.
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Tagged beer, beer festival, cheapoair, CRAFT BEER, craft beer rising, Drink, east london, London, London and tagged ale, old truman brewery, REAL ALE, Travel
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London Daily Photo: Lower Clapton
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Blue Monday Hugs with Greek Sunkissers + Win a Free Trip to Rodos
There’s a Facebook competition running now until the end of February encouraging Brits to help spread the sunshine. The winners will be flown to Rhodes by EasyJet for a week of luxury. For your chance to win, visit the Rhodes Facebook page: facebook.com/Rodosisland. Good luck! Continue reading
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London Daily Photo: E5 Sky
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London Daily Photo: Fulham Road
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Dan Witz: Prisoners 2012 – 2013 at Lazarides Rathbone
The attention to detail, the intense concentration that goes into his paintings, his incredible command of light: Dan Witz produces amazingly photorealistic artwork with an urban edge, a sinister sense of humour and an Old Master’s application of considerable skill and technique. Continue reading
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Moreno at Baglioni London Hotel Review (CDCLifestyle)
The newly launched Moreno at Baglioni restaurant situated inside Kensington’s lush Baglioni London Hotel sees two Michelin star Italian chef, Moreno Cedroni, share his avant garde Italian cuisine for the first time outside Italy. Read my complete review at the Comte des … Continue reading
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London Daily Photo: Gimme
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More Than Human: Animal Portraits by Tim Flach at Osborne Samuel Gallery, Mayfair
Flach’s animal photography is fine art encouraging viewers to ponder our understanding of how other creatures interact with the world and to rethink what it means to be human. Continue reading
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London Daily Photo: Out the Door
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London’s Finest Chocolate (OneTravel)
… the proof is truly in the truffle. Here’s a cream-of-the-crop list of some of London’s finest of the fine chocolate shop offerings. And just in time for Valentine’s Day too! Read my complete post at the OneTravel blog.
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Tagged belgian chocolate, BEST CHOCOLATE IN LONDON, cafe godiva, cheapoair, chocolate, chocolate shops, chocolatiers, fine chocolate, Food, godiva, godiva chocolate, godiva chocolatier, harrods, hot chocolate, Hotel Chocolat, knightsbridge, London, milk chocolate, OneTravel, paul a young, paul a young fine chocolates, RABOT ESTATE, review, reviews, Roast + Conch, Travel, Valentine's Day, valentines, WILLIAM CURLEY
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Mamounia Lounge in Knightsbridge Review (CDCLifestyle)
One part Aladdin’s Cave and one part Studio 54, Mamounia Lounge in Knightsbridge is an “idyllic and glamorous setting with traditional Arabic charm.” Of course, situated essentially just across the road from Harrods, perhaps guests shouldn’t expect anything less than … Continue reading
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London Daily Photo: Drizzle
Photograph taken at the View from The Shard. Read about my visit to the View from The Shard here. The View opens to the public on the 1st of February. To find out more and to book tickets visit theviewfromtheshard.com.
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London Daily Photo: On
Photograph taken at the View from The Shard. Read about my visit to the View from The Shard here. The View opens to the public on the 1st of February. To find out more and to book tickets visit theviewfromtheshard.com.
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London Daily Photo: Float
Photograph taken at the View from The Shard. Read about my press preview visit to the View from The Shard here. The View opens to the public on the 1st of February. To find out more and to book tickets visit theviewfromtheshard.com.
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New View from Western Europe’s Tallest Building: The Shard (OneTravel)
Opening February 1st atop this new skyscraper, the View from The Shard will offer a new perspective of the London skyline. The overall experience promises to impress, from the interactive and quirky features on the ground floor all the way up … Continue reading
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Four Fine Dines for London Valentines (CheapOair)
Here are four tried and true safe bet restaurants in central London that I think have the right mix of food and drink, ambiance and service for a memorable night out with that special someone in your life. Read my … Continue reading
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Tagged cheapoair, clos maggiore, dating, Food, french restaurants, le cercle, London, london's most romantic restaurants, MORGAN M, restaurant reviews, restaurants, review, romantic restaurants, theo randall, Travel, Valentine's Day
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New Flagship Benugo is Welcome Addition to Covent Garden Dining Scene
I’m pleased to report that Benugo has recently opened a new flagship cafe at the corner of Long Acre and Bow Street near Covent Garden. The new venue is great news (for me at least) because I find myself bopping through that part of town all the time, and Covent Garden dining options are rather hit or miss in my opinion. Minus a few frugal exceptions, all the hits that I can think of around there are all pretty expensive too. Continue reading
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London Daily Photo: St Paul’s and Bridges
Photograph taken at the View from The Shard. Read about my visit to the View from The Shard here. The View opens to the public on the 1st of February. To find out more and to book tickets visit theviewfromtheshard.com.
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London Daily Photo: Borough Below
Photograph taken at the View from The Shard. Read about my press preview visit to the View from The Shard here. The View opens to the public on the 1st of February. To find out more and to book tickets visit theviewfromtheshard.com.
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London Daily Photo: New View
Photograph taken at the View from The Shard. Read about my visit to the View from The Shard here. The View opens to the public on the 1st of February 2013. To find out more and to book tickets visit theviewfromtheshard.com.
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A Guide to the Different Regions of England (CheapOair)
Whether you’re seeking the bright lights of big city nights, a solitary hike across desolate moors, a quiet stay in a quaint village or a combination of something somewhere in between, here’s a brief rundown of England’s nine regions to … Continue reading
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Tagged britain, cheapoair, east midlands, east of england, great britain, greater london, London, north east england, north west england, south east england, south west england, Travel, UK, united kingdom, west midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber
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London Daily Photo: Westminster
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Sneak Peek of the View from The Shard
The View from The Shard offers a new perspective of the London skyline. I loved looking down on the towers in the City of London on the other side of the Thames as well as how Piccadilly Circus seemed like some weird throbbing glare amidst what otherwise appeared as very historic chunk of town. And I was mesmerized by all the trains slinking in and out of London Bridge Station just underneath. Continue reading
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Friday Late at the Victoria & Albert Museum (OneTravel)
An especially smart time to visit the museum is during the evening of the late Friday of each month (excluding December) for free activities and exhibition entry lasting until 10 p.m. and based around a central design theme. The next … Continue reading
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London Daily Photo: Canning Town
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