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Guest Post: 10 London restaurants you don’t want to miss by Study Across the Pond

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The UK often gets a bad rap when it comes to food, which is a little unfair. Here at Across The Pond, we pride ourselves on knowing all things British as for the past 10 years, we have helped over 10,000 North American students achieve their dream of studying in the UK. Some of our Across The Pond team studied their degrees in London and thought this would be a great … [Read more...] about Guest Post: 10 London restaurants you don’t want to miss by Study Across the Pond

The London Fiver – Five of the Most Interesting Alternatives for Afternoon Tea in London

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Afternoon tea, that light meal served between 4 and 6 PM, is a staple of British culture. In addition to enjoying a hot cuppa of the caffeinated beverage, you might enjoy some sandwiches, pastries, cakes, or even biscuits. Anna Maria Rusell, Duchess of Bedford, is credited with beginning the tradition, and, as such, there’s some austerity to afternoon tea. However, some places … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Most Interesting Alternatives for Afternoon Tea in London

The London Fiver – Five of the Best Tea Shops in London To Pop Into On Your Next Trip to London

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Tea, the classic staple of British beverages. Whether one enjoys a cuppa for breakfast, to relax, or while enjoying a traditional afternoon tea meal, it is a drink full of flavor and culture. When traveling in London or new to the city, you may want to take the opportunity to branch out from your local grocery shop for tea and try one of the metropolis’ many excellent tea … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Best Tea Shops in London To Pop Into On Your Next Trip to London

The London Fiver – Five Best Places in London to Indulge Your Sweet Tooth on Your Next Trip

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Everybody yearns for something sweet. Whether as part of a meal or as a small snack, once in a while, we all just want something with some sugar in it, and of course, there are plenty of options out there. Whether you want pastries, chocolate, ice cream, or something else, London certainly has plenty of restaurants and shops that can meet your appetite for desserts. These five … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Best Places in London to Indulge Your Sweet Tooth on Your Next Trip

The London Fiver – Five of London’s Best Bakeries to Visit on Your Next Trip

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I love pastries. Sometimes, I love them a little too much. Whether it’s cupcakes, bread, rolls, cannolis, donuts, cronuts, or any other type of delicious baked goods, there are plenty of places in London where you can find them. Some are big, well-known establishments, while others are your friendly neighbourhood bakery; yet, both have their own charms, their own delicious … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of London’s Best Bakeries to Visit on Your Next Trip

The London Fiver – Five of the Best American Restaurants in London For When You’re Homesick

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There’s no place like home. Finding yourself in London, whether you’re just there for a visit or living there long-term, you may get a longing for some of the comforts of home—namely the food. It may seem strange for Americans to think of their own food as a something foreign, but in London, it’s a unique style as much as French, Italian, or Chinese. And sure, you can find … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Best American Restaurants in London For When You’re Homesick

The London Fiver – Five Fun London Pubs Worth a Visit That Aren’t Your Bog Standard Pub

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A pub is a great place to relax and London certainly has plenty of options for that. However, what if you want something more? Something a little different? Well, if that sounds like you, London also has plenty of interesting and fun pubs in which to take your pint. Whether it’s the décor, the selection, or some other unique quality, there are several interesting pubs that will … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Fun London Pubs Worth a Visit That Aren’t Your Bog Standard Pub

Basil! The London Fiver – Five of the Strangest London Restaurants To Enjoy a Meal On Your Next Trip

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Lots of people out there want an interesting dining experience. For most, it means they want great food, great service, and maybe some interesting décor. However, some restaurants go the extra mile in making a dining experience worth remembering. In London, there are many strange and interesting restaurants that Londoners and tourists can visit for the most exciting and odd … [Read more...] about Basil! The London Fiver – Five of the Strangest London Restaurants To Enjoy a Meal On Your Next Trip

London Pubs: The Top Five Strangest Pubs in London – Have You Been to One?

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Everyone has their favorite local, the place where you go at the end of the day to unwind, have a pint, and forget that dreaded cell they still call an office. However, when you’re on holiday, you may not want to find a normal pub. You may want something with a bit of flair, a dash of the different, and perhaps even the strange. Next time you find yourself in London, be sure to … [Read more...] about London Pubs: The Top Five Strangest Pubs in London – Have You Been to One?

Fortnum & Mason Has Opened Its First New Store in 307 Years in St Pancras Station

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Fortnum & Mason, the posh department store that's known as the green grocer to the Queen, has opened it's first new store in the UK in 307 years, so it's quite an occasion. St Pancras train station is the location for the new mini store. The 200sq m store, located in what was part of the ‘undercroft’ previously used for storing Bass Beer from Burton on Trent in the … [Read more...] about Fortnum & Mason Has Opened Its First New Store in 307 Years in St Pancras Station

Video: The Cabmen’s Shelters Inside London’s Secret Green Sheds

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-0NxYUvbHkU Check out this great video from the BBC about London's mysterious Cab Shelters. From the BBC: To the untrained eye, they are green sheds - an incongruous sight on the busy streets of urban London. But these wooden structures have, in fact, been part of the street-scene in the capital since 1875 - a refuge for taxi drivers to … [Read more...] about Video: The Cabmen’s Shelters Inside London’s Secret Green Sheds

Summer London: The Top 5 London Beer Gardens

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The British summer has always been a fickle thing; so when we get a few days of sunshine, people across the country head straight outside and take advantage of a rare hot spell to kick back in a beer garden. If you’re working in the City, you’ll want to cool off after a hot day in the office, so here’s a round up of the top five London beer gardens, to help you find a watering … [Read more...] about Summer London: The Top 5 London Beer Gardens

10 Top, Fast Budget Eats in London When You’ve Only Got 10 Minutes

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London is awash with great dining, whether you’re a fan of the mighty steak or a vegan platter. It’s also a city where everyone is always busy, has too little time, and is always rushing from one place to the next trying to get through that ‘to do’ list. Deal sites like Deal Zippy always list loads of attractive restaurant discount vouchers for the capital but what about when … [Read more...] about 10 Top, Fast Budget Eats in London When You’ve Only Got 10 Minutes

High(est) Tea in London: Paramount Launches High Tea 32 Floors Above Soho

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High tea is taken to another level at Paramount, the restaurant and bar at the tip of Centre Point. Ascend 32 floors and enjoy its all-new high tea – the highest in London, no less – with 360-degree views of the capital. Whether with leaves (£28) or with bubbles (£42), high tea at Paramount is a welcome respite from the buzzing, chaotic streets below – from a quick … [Read more...] about High(est) Tea in London: Paramount Launches High Tea 32 Floors Above Soho

The Delicious Looking Chocolate Version of London

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Chef and Artisan Chocolatier Damian Allsop has made his own Chocolate versions of London. Each flavor evokes a certain part of London and the bar itself is in the shape of the Great London Map. From the website: Each bar is an individual journey inspired by the cultures around the iconic London Street Sign. These unique bars are all made by hand in our studio, just … [Read more...] about The Delicious Looking Chocolate Version of London

‘A table for children, please’ – Top 5 London child friendly restaurants in London

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If you’re like me then you are often daunted at the thought of going for lunch or dinner with the little ones. With three children of my own, finding child-friendly restaurants has never been easy. We always go to our usual, which we have been going to for the past five years and to be frank I am bored of keeping it ‘safe’. If you are reading this then you too are looking for a … [Read more...] about ‘A table for children, please’ – Top 5 London child friendly restaurants in London

Gordon Ramsay at Claridge’s to Close in June 2013

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Bad news for fans of TV's favorite foul mouthed chef - his flagship restaurant, located in the luxury hotel Claridge's is going to be closed. According to the Daily Mail: Gordon Ramsay’s contract to run the restaurant at Claridge’s hotel is not being renewed, it has been revealed. His 12-year stewardship of the Art Deco dining rooms at the five-star Mayfair hotel will end … [Read more...] about Gordon Ramsay at Claridge’s to Close in June 2013

Maps: A London Pub for All Reasons

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The folks over at Herb Lester Associates make beautiful maps of London, focusing on specific areas. They've just released a new map just in time for the holidays that focuses on the best places in London to grab a pint. From their website: There are pub guides for real ale drinkers, for amateur historians and for walkers, but this is a guide for all reasons. The 30 pubs … [Read more...] about Maps: A London Pub for All Reasons

London Books: Eat London 2 – All About Food by Peter Prescott & Terence Conran

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Despite Britain's historically poor culinary reputation, London is now a centre of world food and a destination for the foodie. This begs the question, though, how does one navigate London's numerous gastropubs, fast food places, etc and separate them from the true culinary gems? Enter the book Eat London 2 by Peter Prescott & Terence Conran which explores the unique, … [Read more...] about London Books: Eat London 2 – All About Food by Peter Prescott & Terence Conran

Guest Article: London’s Best Historic Pubs by David Long

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For all the millions who have come to know London's familiar face, like any truly great city it retains its secrets. For every Hampton Court or Westminster Abbey there are many hundreds of lesser treasures, so many indeed that the sheer weight of cultural and architectural wealth can overwhelm and each day these same visitors stroll through the streets without even noticing so … [Read more...] about Guest Article: London’s Best Historic Pubs by David Long

Afternoon tea with royal hats – Luxury Afternoon Tea at The Berkeley for the Diamond Jubilee

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The 5-star luxury Berkeley hotel in Knightsbridge is celebrating the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee by offering visitors a Prêt-à-Portea – The Royal Collection afternoon tea. The Berkeley’s fashion-inspired afternoon tea Prêt-à-Portea showcases the season’s fashions in pastries and biscuits. The designs normally change twice a year to coincide with the Spring Summer and Autumn … [Read more...] about Afternoon tea with royal hats – Luxury Afternoon Tea at The Berkeley for the Diamond Jubilee

The Bubba Gump Shrimp Company is Coming to Leicester Square

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The Bubba Gump Shrimp Company - the chain inspired by the film Forest Gump - is going to open it's first outlet in the UK in London's Leicester Square Area. According to the Evening Standard: Bubba Gump Shrimp Company has agreed a deal to take a 12,000 sq ft restaurant and 1200 sq ft shop at 7-14 Coventry Street opposite TGI Friday’s and in the former Planet Hollywood site … [Read more...] about The Bubba Gump Shrimp Company is Coming to Leicester Square

Explore London’s Coffee Culture during the London Coffee Festival

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The London Coffee Festival will celebrate London's coffee culture during Britain’s National Coffee Week at the end of April. There will be artisanal Kimbo coffee and specialist tea for sale, demonstrations by ‘baristas’, gourmet food stalls and live music across different festival zones:: Hyde Park, Shoreditch, Soho, The Lab and The Growing Community. The UK Barista … [Read more...] about Explore London’s Coffee Culture during the London Coffee Festival

Food: A Little Piece of Cuba in Central London

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If you've never been to Cuba - you can experience a little bit of Cuba in London at The Cuban - a Cuban themed restaurant located in Camden. From their website: Never been to Cuba? Then don’t despair!! Visit us for a true Cuban experience! We’ve visited the beautiful city of Havana and brought home the true spirit of Cuba. We stock over 100 rums and produce the … [Read more...] about Food: A Little Piece of Cuba in Central London