With a shortage of space on the ground in our ever expanding city, many restaurants and bars are taking to the skies. And with it come some great views. Here is our quick guide to tops drinks with a view in London Tate modern Restaurant This iconic London building has a great top floor restaurant … Continue reading
Bayswater Secrets
Can you tell what is so special about these impressive Bayswater terraces? These average looking period terraces have hidden a great secret for over 100 years. It is here at 23-24 Lenister Gardens, Bayswater where the District Line trains enter the underground. When building Metropolitan Railways back in 1860s instead of disturbing the beautiful (and … Continue reading
Top Markets of London
Check out my quick guide to the top 5 Markets in London Portobello Road This famous market in classy Notting Hill boasts of the world’s largest antiques market, as well as numerous bric-a-brac stalls and yummy organic, and international food stalls. It started life as small country lane with a few traders serving the local … Continue reading
The Other Mr Selfridge
I am sooo loving the new TV series Mr Selfridge. I absolutely love Selfridges, and spend far too much time there. It’s a beautiful building, and the shop has it’s very own vibe and allure, I just love it. But I’m particularly excited by the series as I’ve been secretly researching the history of … Continue reading
Gems of Portobello Road
The world famous Portobello Road Market, or Notting Hill Markets makes a great morning out, but what is there to do there? You’ll find so much at the markets and I’ve put together my top things to look out for on Portobello Road. Normally I’m keen to avoid tourist hotspots and find the hidden and secret, … Continue reading
The Oscars of London
We all love the glitz & glamour, but which Oscar nominees, and winners were filmed here in London. Check out my top nominees and their revealing London locations. Elizabeth The Golden Age 2007 Won Best Costume Nominated for Best Actress (Cate Blanchet) Winner Most Historic London Location 2013 Elizabeth the Golden Age filmed at Greenwich Royal … Continue reading