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Hot Chocolate And Éclairs At Angelina, Paris

Posted on February 21, 2012 by cheriecity

One of the joys of visiting Paris in the winter is ordering a thick, traditional hot chocolate and some of the best hot chocolate can be found at Angelina, the historic tea salon within the arcades of the rue de … Continue reading →

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Day Use At Town Hall Hotel, Bethnal Green

Posted on February 20, 2012 by cheriecity

Imagine a hotel where you can spend a few hours freshening up after a long journey, preparing for a business meeting or engaging in a romantic tryst without have to spend the whole nightly rate. Day Use Hotels makes the … Continue reading →

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London Fashion Week: Orla Kiely AW12

Posted on February 19, 2012 by cheriecity

The Orla Kiely Afternoon Tea Dance was a delightfully civilised antidote to the frantic pace of London Fashion Week on day one. What better way to show off the charming new collection than watching coquettish ‘debutates’ sashaying around the dance … Continue reading →

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Zoe & Morgan SS12

Posted on February 14, 2012 by cheriecity

Those who have met me in ‘real life’, or very observant readers, might know that I cannot be parted with my Zoe & Morgan gold peacock necklace and wear it almost every day. During a trip to Amsterdam, my necklace … Continue reading →

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Korean Barbecue At Kimchee, High Holborn

Posted on February 13, 2012 by cheriecity

A recent visit to Kimchee in High Holborn was my first foray in Korean food and it left such a lasting impression that I’ve been dreaming about getting my next barbecued meat fix! Kimchee occupies a central High Holborn location … Continue reading →

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Gyoza Bar – Passage Des Panorames, Paris

Posted on February 11, 2012 by cheriecity

Gyoza Bar, a new opening in the 2nd arrondissement, is the most genius concept, just give the people what they want – lines and lines of freshly cooked gyoza. This place is perfect for those who order a polite side … Continue reading →

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Chérie Loves: J.W Anderson For ALDO Rise

Posted on February 11, 2012 by cheriecity

ALDO is quickly becoming the ‘go to’ brand for shoes straight from the catwalk yet with an affordable price tag. ALDO Rise launches with its first collection featuring London Fashion Week designers J.W Anderson, Mark Fast, Libertine and Preen. The … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Treats From Paris

Posted on February 10, 2012 by cheriecity

The usual Valentine’s Day gifts have been overlooked in the Cherie City household in favour of seriously indulging on our pre-Valentine’s Day trip to our spiritual home, Paris. But that didn’t stop me from picking up a few little romantic … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day At Double Tree By Hilton London Westminster

Posted on February 8, 2012 by cheriecity

SPONSORED POST There’s nothing more romantic than spending Valentine’s Day in the luxurious surroundings of a London hotel. Double Tree by Hilton London Westminster is an ideal location for a stylish Valentine’s break in London, whether you’re spending it out … Continue reading →

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Charles Dickens Punch At St Pancras Renaissance Hotel

Posted on February 6, 2012 by cheriecity

In celebration of the 200 year anniversary of the birth of Charles Dickens, St Pancras Renaissance Hotel has added a special punch to their menu at the Booking Office Bar, in his honour. Dickens was notably a fan of punch … Continue reading →