The year 2017 will officially go down, in my life at least, as the year of the brunch. Countless weekends have been spent enjoying this lovely tradition of late breakfasts with friends, dressed with beautiful cocktails and fabulous food. I’ve been spoiled beyond measure. But, this past weekend takes the cake, for a number of reasons. I’ll start by saying…
Even the biggest bah humbug will find it difficult not to give into the season’s holiday cheer after an hour at The Connaught’s Festive Afternoon Tea. From gingerbread men chocolate fondue to a cotton candy finish, this is the ultimate in Christmas fun to be had in London town. As with every afternoon tea, you can expect the usual delights.…
Epic news alert for Londoners: Boden has landed. The catalogue brand has opened its first central London bricks and mortar store and it’s everything you’d expect the brand to be… in the flesh. Apparently the decor of the shop is based on the home of founder Johnnie Boden himself, which will of course lead us all to dream of an invitation…
There are moments when London can be too much for me. I fall out of love with the city all too often. So, I take time away so that I can come back refreshed and ready to feel the romance once again. This summer I took a five week break and escaped to the USA, one of my longest breaks…
London, as a whole, I think you will agree, is a pretty magical place. My first night as a new resident in this city, way back in 2002, I was almost intimidated by the enchanting city streets, the double decker buses and even the Tube. Naturally, after 15 years, there are many things that have lost their charm. The oh…