Afternoon tea is a time honoured British tradition that's always a lovely way to mark a special celebration. The decadent afternoon tea at The Guardsman is perfect for any occasion. The Guardsman Hotel is a discreet, luxury, boutique five star hotel tucked away, with a prime location, just a short walk from Buckingham Palace and St Jame's [...]
The Langham is an iconic five star property, located in a prime location in the heart of the London. It holds fond memories for us, as we last visited during a staycation for on our first wedding anniversary. We have been wanting to enjoy the afternoon tea here for absolutely ages. Years in fact. We […]
Alice in Wonderland has to be our all time favourite theme for a memorable celebration. Its whimsical and ideal for a wedding, birthday party or even a baby shower. We have some simple ideas to put on a magical Mad Hatter’s Tea Party. Create a table that will mesmerise and immerse your guests. Coloured papers straws […]
The best gift for a birthday has to be a spa day. Not only is it a memorable way to mark a birthday for the one celebrating, but by joining them it’s a real treat for you too. A day at the five star, Coworth Park Hotel in Ascot is the best place to be pampered, as one […]
It seems floral fever has landed in London this May, with the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show and Hyde Park’s Rose Gardens in full bloom. From now until 31 May 2017, Lancaster London chefs are switching bags of flour for flowers and butter for buttercups, as they present the ‘blooming marvellous’ Flower Afternoon Tea. The botanical creamy Lavender […]
The New York Café is referred to as “the most beautiful café in the world.” So if that doesn’t set expectations high- what does? Having visited some interesting cafe’s over the years in Japan, we really did not know what to expect. Slightly sceptical initially, we were in fact completely blown away. It is most definitely worthy of […]
It’s always rather exciting when there’s a new opening in London. Especially when we are talking cupcakes. Owner Polly Antoniadi’s has been making customers smile in Greece since 2012 with her amazing cupcakes. And now Sweetheart has finally come to London’s Covent Garden. Having opened in September, the bakery resembles a cute, Victorian dolls-house, with […]
After much anticipation, the legendary cronut by Dominique Ansel Bakery has finally made it to London. So the queues started last Friday on Elizabeth Street in Belgravia. After being far too inpatient to queue in New York, and being second time lucky in Tokyo, with Dominique Ansel virtually on our doorstep we had to stop by. […]
The trendy Rufiplatz cafe, Baristro is a great place to unwind and recharge whilst in Lech. It’s a relaxing place to grab a coffee or a beer. Baristro is a refreshingly modern, minimalistic and stylish café. There are an assortment of lovely cakes and savoury treats. The indulgent hot chocolate topped with whipped cream, is perfect to snuggle up […]
So if you have never contemplated visiting Peckham, there is now the perfect excuse. Little Nan’s pop up will see you whisked to another world, tucked into the basement of The Golden Anchor Pub. Invited into the quirky den, it’s all quite funky and a bit kitsch. With teacups and teddies aplenty, and sparkly, multicoloured fairy lights […]
Tucked away in Chelsea, the five star, boutique “Draycott Hotel” has a sense of exclusivity from the moment you walk in. The gentle scent of beautiful, fresh Lillies fills the traditional drawing room. It’s elegant and sophisticated, with rather interesting artefacts in every corner. There’s a real sense of calm and tranquillity. One may feel […]
One can only anticipate extraordinary splendour when the most prestigious store in the world, Harrods, and the finest artisan chocolatier, Godiva, join alliance. The Godiva Chocolate Cafe, Harrods is a chocoholics dream come true. Is there anything better than an all chocolate cafe? Godiva celebrates 90 years of success, mastering fine chocolate. The new commemorative […]
Ma’Plucker is rather fittingly tucked away in Beak Street, Soho and serving Lizzie’s 90th Birthday Afternoon Tea. The décor is all a bit retro, with geometrics that will transport you back to the seventies. Their American style afternoon tea, served on a wooden platter, looks mouth-wateringly good. Resisting the temptation to start with the donuts, the bite size mini burgers of pulled […]
London is packed full of remarkable restaurants, so it can be rather overwhelming when one is asked to choose a favourite. That was until we discovered The Café at Hotel Café Royal. As the first dessert restaurant in London to be serving three courses of decadent dessert, it’s affirmed, this is our absolute favourite. Expectations […]
Set amongst 500 acres of woodland, Coombe Abbey is a fascinating, historic country hotel in Warwickshire. It’s the perfect setting for a fairytale wedding. From the moment you walk in you feel like you are in the 12th century. Meeting and conference rooms are tucked away along long, dimly candlelit corridors lined with statues. There’s an […]