The birth of the modern restaurant is attributed to 18th Century France, where a man named Boulanger opened a new eating establishment near the Louvre that served “restorative” soups also called “restaurants.” His dining option was clean with separate tables and a menu, a far cry from the dirty and noisy taverns where the food […]
The London Fiver – Five of the Best Places for Breakfast For Your Next Trip
They say it’s the most important meal of the day. Breakfast has certainly evolved over the years from a big meal meant to give farmhands the energy they needed for work to a more slimmed-down repast for desk jockeys on the go. Of course, just because we may want something quick in the mornings, that […]
The London Fiver – Five of the Most Interesting Alternatives for Afternoon Tea in London
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 […]
The London Fiver – Five More Fun Uniquely London Pubs and Bars
And we’re back! In a city as big as London, it’s easy to find more than five fun pubs and bars. When there are over 4,000 drinking establishments in Greater London, a newer place has to do something different and do it well in order to build a customer base. From crazy décor to bespoke […]
Basil! The London Fiver – Five of the Strangest London Restaurants To Enjoy a Meal On Your Next Trip
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 […]
Guest Long Read: 10 Best Places to Eat in London with Kids – Most Child Friendly Restaurants in London
Traveling with children in a large city can be both exciting and daunting when mealtime rolls around. When it comes to finding quality family fare, London is brimming with restaurants that cater to families with children of any age. Whether you have picky or adventurous eaters, the following establishments offer something for everyone. 1. Bella […]
File This For Your Next Trip to London: Take Afternoon Tea On a Vintage Routemaster London Bus As it Tours London – Review Inside
When I first heard about this I knew I had to try it. I don’t know why it hadn’t been thought of before: combining a love of tea and cakes with the adoration of the old London Routemaster bus into a London Afternoon Tea Bus Tour. BB Bakery have a bakery in Covent Garden and […]
London Travels: Highlights of Where We Ate During Our Time in London During Christmas
After every trip, we always share a list of the places we ate. This time around, the list is rather large because were in the UK for so long (33 days). So, this is not an exhaustive list of every single place we ate, but rather a list of the highlights. We don’t need to […]
Maps: A London Pub for All Reasons
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 […]
The Bubba Gump Shrimp Company is Coming to Leicester Square
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 […]
Cool iPhone App Alert: London Thru Cafes – Review
We’re always on the lookout for unique and useful apps for travelers in London and we now have a new favorite: London Thru Cafes. London Thru Cafes, developed by Tabtoo, is focused on London’s vibrant cafe culture and features 70+ cafes (with continual updates) as well as hundreds of nearby tourist attractions in London. The […]
Not Your Typical Afternoon Tea – Unusual Afternoon Tea in London
Afternoon tea is a quintessential British experience not to be missed whilst on holiday in the UK. While London offers a myriad of traditional venues to appreciate this custom, recently not-so-traditional venues for afternoon teas are gaining in popularity. Here are some of the quirkiest and unusual places to delight in afternoon tea in London: […]
Food: A Little Piece of Cuba in Central London
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 […]
Soho Joe Pizzeria: Succulent Slices Served with a Smile
Since when did London become so obsessed with pizza? The art of pizza making has been adopted all over the world and everybody seems to want to be in on a slice. Originating from Italy, there’s an abundance of recipes and toppings, which now include bizarre additions like roast potatoes, macadamia nuts and even aromatic […]
A Peek at Gordon Ramsay’s New London Restaurant – Bread Street Kitchen
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is to open a new restaurant in the City of London in September. Bread Street Kitchen will open in the newly built One New Change development next to St Paul’s Cathedral. The restaurant is planned to offer an informal, relaxed dining experience in a large warehouse-style room with an open kitchen. […]
Rise & Shine: The Best of London’s Breakfasts – Guide to Breakfast in London
A weekend in London would not be complete without sampling some of the delicious breakfasts of the city. It gets your day off to a promising start, whether you’re looking to cure a hangover or are just in need of something to munch on. These days everybody’s so conscious of eating healthy that we’re starting […]
How to Beat London’s Typical Tourist Traps
Wondering how on Earth you’re going to make it through a weekend in London, let alone a week? This is a common reaction to this grand, yet expensive city. But do not fret – there are lots of ways you can make trips to the Big Smoke both affordable and interesting. Hostel or Hotel? […]
New Restaurant: Good Godfrey’s Launches at the Waldorf Hilton, London
The Waldorf Hilton, situated in London’s theatre land on Aldwych, is pleased to announce the opening of Good Godfrey’s Bar & Lounge. The new venue takes its name from Howard Godfrey, the celebrity bandleader of the Waldorfians, the Waldorf house band in the 1920s. At the time, he was a household name and made hundreds […]
Top 5 of the Oldest Pubs in London to Visit And Have a Pint – Which One is Your Favorite?
Which pub is the oldest in London? Ask twelve men and you´ll get twelve different answers. Since 90% of London pubs were destroyed in the Great Fire in 1666, there aren´t many pubs left that date from before 1666. Of the ones that did escape the Great Fire, retrieving the exact date is quiet hard […]
Guest Post: Top London Restaurants with the Best London Skyline Views
Editor’s Note: The following is a guest article from guest writer Sophie Jenkins who explores top London restaurants with the best views. The city of London has so much to offer the enthusiastic and inquisitive tourist. The streets of London reveal beautiful old architecture that breathes culture and history into the city, as well as […]
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