George Frideric Handel was born in Germany, but he spent a whopping 47 years in London, arriving here when he was just 26. He went on to write some of the world’s most famous operas and oratorios in the capital and became the toast of London town. His patrons included a queen, two Georgian kings
Have you ever scrolled through images of glittering garden parties, elegant race days, and impossibly chic attendees at some grand British event, and wondered, how do people even get into that? The world of the London Season feels like an exclusive club with unwritten rules, dizzying dress codes, and an entry price tag that’s likely
Summer tourism is a dynamic segment of the travel industry, characterized by a wide range of activities and experiences tailored to the season. Whether it’s basking on sun-drenched beaches, embarking on thrilling outdoor adventures, or immersing oneself in cultural festivities, summer travel promises something for everyone. From tropical escapes to bustling city breaks, the possibilities
Oh, London! a city where the skyline is always changing and modernism and heritage coexist. If you’re itching to explore London’s bright streets and secret passageways, a car rental in London is like having the key to a private, personalised city tour. Whether you’re an enthusiastic traveller or a resident in need of a change of scenery,
Is there anything better than a good book and a slice of cake? I think not. London has some enchanting bookshops where you can practically curl up with your favourite tome and tuck into a delicious slice and a cuppa. Here are 12 of the best bookshop cafes in London. Bookshop with the best cakeLondon
London has some of the world’s most iconic museums displaying the finest art money can’t buy, but it’s the capital’s little treasures that I want to share with you today. Ensconced in these historical gems, you can amble around at a snail’s pace, savour every museum inch and still have time for tea and cake
The British Dandy is still alive and well, and if you look closely, you’ll see them dotted all around London, especially during the Summer Season. A male friend of mine took me on a “man about town” weekend together with some other beaus and Berties who work for her Majesty’s pleasure. From chucking cheese soufflés
The Cosmic House in London’s leafy Holland Park is not for the faint-hearted. Designed by Charles Jencks, the house is considered one of the most important examples of Postmodern architecture and is the UK’s first Grade I listed house of that style. No psychedelic drugs are required for your visit which will convince you that
Walk around the timeworn streets off St Paul’s Cathedral and you might come across Host Café, a stunning daytime pitstop hiding away behind the doors of the church of St Mary Aldermary. St Mary Aldermary St Mary Aldermary, like so many churches in the area, was badly damaged in the Great Fire of 1666. The
The oldest coffee shop in London isn’t what you would expect. For starters, it’s named the Jamaica Wine House and not the Jamaica Coffee House. But it is actually a pub cum wine house as we will discover in a moment. It does sell coffee but no, it doesn’t sell Jamaican food or drink. Confused?
