Category Archives: London

Pierre Hermé Paris Launches Macaron Day In London

Posted on February 28, 2012 by cheriecity

Pierre Hermé brings Macaron Day to London for the first time, following the likes of Paris, New York, Toronto, Budapest and many other macaron-loving cities. Initiated by Pierre Hermé Paris seven years ago, Macaron Day celebrates the pleasure of a macaron … 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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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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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 →

Posted in Hotels, London | Tagged central London hotel, Double Tree by Hilton, Double Tree hotel, Garden Inn London, Millbank Lounge, Mint hotels Hilton, romantic hotel stay, St James's Park, Tate Modern, Valentine's Day, Westminster hotel, whisky library | Leave a comment

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 →

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Afternoon Tea At Ladurée Covent Garden

Posted on January 22, 2012 by cheriecity

Towards the end of last summer, I met up with my Frenchie pal Coralie of Tea Time in Wonderland for an indulgent afternoon treat at Ladurée Covent Garden. The latest London outpost of the iconic Paris pâtisserie and tea salon, … Continue reading →

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Comptoir Libanais, South Kensington

Posted on January 16, 2012 by cheriecity

Comptoir Libanais must be one of the most uplifting cafe-restaurants in London, as the bright colours and delicious aromas always awaken the senses when walking in Marylebone. Now, Comptoir, as it’s affectionately named by those with a serious grilled meat … Continue reading →

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Da Polpo, Covent Garden

Posted on December 26, 2011 by cheriecity

Da Polpo is one of those places that can make you adopt it as your own after just two visits. There’s something about the bottle green exterior with Italian lace hanging from the window and the dimly-lit tables that is … Continue reading →

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Breakfast At The Delaunay

Posted on December 25, 2011 by cheriecity

I’ve been waiting for months for the arrival of The Delaunay on Aldwych, just south of Covent Garden, so I treated myself to an indulgent breakfast before saying goodbye to London for 2011. The Delaunay is the new all-day brasserie from … Continue reading →