Spread the loveA leisurely Sunday brunch and finding a good book to read are two my favourite things. I’ve just discovered the perfect place with this combination in London. The Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel in Knightsbridge hosts Book and Brunch every weekend on their sunny terrace. The hotel has teamed up with the Belgravia Books to…
Spread the loveThis is a real rooftop bar. It includes three floors of a converted car park in the trendy Tobacco Docks of East London. The music combined with a view of London’s skyline sets out for a classy yet relaxed atmosphere. You can even embrace your competitive side and take part in a spot…
Spread the loveOut of the many food outlets in Harrods, Chai Wu is smart addition. With the change in the demographics of its customers, catering to the designer-clad, black card wielding Asian clientele is well calculated. Arriving for lunch, we were met with their very friendly staff. Cocktails were offered as soon as we sat…
Spread the loveOnce in a while, we get to do something silly on this blog. This event was a Pizza Making Party at the new Pizza Express on Gloucester Road. So it seems that these parties are not just for kids. What a nice alternative to just a simple meal out. You don’t have to…
Spread the loveThere’s something timeless about spending a balmy spring evening in a well-trodden corner of London, tucking into simple, homemade food. Alex Foley has lived in the Chapel Market area for almost two decades; he’s steeped in the community and knows the locals. For that reason the addition of Mercer & Co’s Salt Beef…
Spread the loveWhen shopping in Harrods, it is essential to know where you are going, which entrance and escalator to take or you will end up wandering around getting sidetracked by all the beautiful displays. I used to know the layout and the departments of Harrods really well. Until they changed everything. Housed in the…
Spread the love I am hooked on watching those mesmerising cupcake decorating videos on Facebook, especially the ones that recreate a succulent garden like this video. So when I was given the chance to learn how to decorate cupcakes with my favourites baker, Eric Lanlard of Cake Boy fame, I jumped at it. This is…
Spread the loveCool Camden. It seems to be the destination for tourists visiting Camden Market or people driving through on their way to Chalk Farm or Hampstead. Linger a while as there are some hidden delights here. Chai Thali is a pleasant surprise. A newly opened Indian eatery housed in a large ground floor space…