One of my favorite Indian, ahem Irani, restaurants in London is opening a new location at Carnaby Street. Dishoom is a classic reincarnation of Bombay Cafés, the elegant Iranian run cafés lining Bombay in the 1960’s. In order to prep and train for the grand opening next week, Dishoom Carnaby is offering a soft launch until Tuesday […]
Oktoberfest PLUS {a braid tutorial}
Even though the real Oktoberfest has come and past, the rest of the world is just beginning the month long celebration of drinking beer, chanting loudly, and wearing adorable Dirndls and Lederhosen. Here are three great places to celebrate Oktoberfest in London! London Oktoberfest 2015 : live music, authentic German beer, & costumes for rent. Oktoberfest […]
hazy on the heath
If it’s a weekend and we aren’t jet setting around Europe, you can bet we’re out exploring the streets of London. On this adventure we headed north to Hampstead for some tasty food and green walks in the Heath. Perrin’s Court is a charming little walking street in Hampstead with loads of character… And several […]
Sky Garden
Located at 20 Fenchurch Street, known to most Londoners as the Walkie Talkie, on the top three stories is the Sky Garden. An open air terrace spanning the 35-37th floors offering panoramic views of the London skyline. Wander the garden, soak in the views, and grab a delicious cocktail from the Sky Pod Bar. Tickets are available (for free!) about […]
Le Relais de Venise
Le Relais de Venise. If you’ve read my post about Paris <read here>, you know we were absolutely obsessed with the steak frites restaurant we stumbled upon. Well, what do ya know? They have locations here in London <as well as New York>. My endless frites and savoury steak dreams come true. We popped over to […]