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Lunch At Roux At The Landau, The Langham

Posted on April 27, 2012 by cheriecity

Roux at The Landau is one of London’s most elegant restaurants, balancing a reverence to fine dining with a contemporary freshness. Located at five star landmark hotel The Langham, Roux at The Landau is a collaboration between father and son Albert and … Continue reading →

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Chelsea Market, New York

Posted on April 25, 2012 by cheriecity

Chelsea Market was one of my favourite foodie finds in New York. Located in the stylish Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market occupies the former New York Biscuit Company factory (dating back to 1890), where Oreos and Saltines were made. Today, the produce … Continue reading →

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Sex And The City Hotspots Tour, New York

Posted on April 25, 2012 by cheriecity

Sex and the City is the ultimate guide to New York’s coolest spots. The TV series has put Pastis, Magnolia Bakery and The Coffee Shop on the international radar and we all know if we’re a Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte or … Continue reading →

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Gramercy Park Hotel, New York

Posted on April 18, 2012 by cheriecity

Gramercy Park Hotel is one of New York’s most original hotels with an art collection to rival the best downtown galleries. Steeped in haute bohemian luxury, GPH, as its known to New Yorkers, brings a touch of rock ‘n’ roll … Continue reading →

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Sundance Film Festival Comes To London

Posted on April 15, 2012 by cheriecity

Robert Redford’s iconic Sundance Film Festival makes its debut at London’s O2 Arena at the end of April. Held annually in Park City, Utah, Sundance showcases new works by American and international film makers, from feature-length ‘must sees’ to shorts … Continue reading →

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Chérie Loves…

Posted on April 15, 2012 by cheriecity

Spotted at the Handpicked Media Suite at One Aldwych during London Fashion Week, I still have my eye on this Embellished Soft Prom dress, £85, Warehouse It always feels like summer when Marc Jacobs launches the gorgeous Splash collection. This … Continue reading →

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WIN A Trip To London During The Olympics

Posted on April 15, 2012 by cheriecity

All eyes will be on London and The Olympic Games this summer and what could be better than being part of the action in the vibrant capital? Samsung is offering one lucky person the chance to visit London during The … Continue reading →

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Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize 2012

Posted on April 9, 2012 by cheriecity

Dorchester Collection launched the 2012 Fashion Prize at Hôtel Plaza Athénée during Paris Fashion Week and entries are now open. Following two successful contests, the Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize is becoming known as the ‘one to watch’ for the most … Continue reading →

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British Airways First Class Pop Up, Shoreditch

Posted on April 8, 2012 by cheriecity

This week saw the opening of British Airways Flight BA2012, an Olympic-themed pop up restaurant-gallery-cinema on Shoreditch High Street. Just a short walk from Shoreditch’s shopping pop up Boxpark, Flight BA2012 celebrates the works of the BA Great Britons who … Continue reading →

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Summer in Spain

Posted on April 4, 2012 by cheriecity

Spain holidays are the perfect escape in the summer, as there is a city or resort to interest all types of travellers. Whether your trip is a city break, culture tour or relaxing beach retreat, Spain has it all. Here … Continue reading →