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Shopping » Food & Drink » Health Food / Organic Food Shops in Camden
traceymod wrote on 13-01-2013 “I love this place with its excellent array of fresh hot soups and broths, and its excellent selection of gluten free and organic foods. Everything is fresh, yummy and healthy-and the ultimate gluten free choice puts Sainsburys and Tescos to shame. Expensive well maybe-but well worth the price. And...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Shopping » Food & Drink » Bakeries in Soho
Mckay68 wrote on 01-12-2011 “You can get a decent latte just about anywhere in London but you have to come here to get the best tar tune, the open sandwich film France? Belgium? The smoked chicken one is the best I a bit fiddly to eat. The cheesecake was horrible though. It felt a bit unthawed although they denied it was...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Shopping » Department Stores in Soho
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 09-05-2012 “I cannot believe I have not yet written about Liberty! This is probably my all time favourite department store. A real one-off, unlike Harvey Nichols and Selfridges which have loads of other stores across the country or Harrods which is a global brand with many airport shops. Liberty is...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Health & Beauty » Beauty & Wellness » Hairdressers in Knightsbridge
senorita28 wrote on 04-12-2010 “I am a frequent london visitor and love the high street shopping in london which is so much better than anywhere else in the world. I also like to have my hair done here whenever I can and feel the need to on my holiday. Been to some great places and loved them all, for some reason, I wanted to try...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Shopping » Department Stores in Knightsbridge
tclite wrote on 16-11-2012 “It's a mixed bag. A sight of wonder for tourists. However staff can be really helpful or slightly stuck up. I bought an "expensive" watch from here, and tried their after sales service. Unfortunately it was what I expected. Polite, but I could tell that once they had my money they weren't...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Arts & Entertainment » Landmarks in Knightsbridge | Shopping » Food & Drink » Delicatessen / Supermarkets in Knightsbridge
kenny5 wrote on 28-04-2013 “Great selections of menu,great choice well recommended.” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Eating & Drinking » Restaurant in Fitzrovia | Eating & Drinking » Restaurant » European / Italian & Pizza Restaurants in Fitzrovia
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 12-06-2011 “I was really surprised to find a Vapiano in London. As I am originally from Hamburg, Germany where Vapiano is from as well, I did not know it was there until I ran past it accidentally. Vapiano is a self-service restaurant just round the corner from Oxford Circus tube station. It's literally 3...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Shopping » Fashion » Designer Clothes in Mayfair
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 12-06-2011 “Really nice store with polite staff. Bought a dress last year in the summer sale for only 40 pounds. Staff were really friendly to me though I did not plan to stend excessive amounds of money. Thank you very much!” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Eating & Drinking » Restaurant » French Restaurants in Chelsea
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 12-06-2011 “BEST Place in London to eat - if you like cheese!! Go here if you wanna taste the best of French or Swiss cheese. The fondue is tasty, Flammkuchen and rest of menus also very good! Prices are reasonable. Best to reserve before as the place is not huge - just to make sure you do get a place! ...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Shopping » Fashion » Shoe Shops in Mayfair
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 12-06-2011 “Really good service in this shop by Kurt Geiger. Not only has it beautiful shoes (and hey, ever paid only 130 pounds for four pairs of designer shoes?) but also very good staff! Though I was only buying sale shoes the staff was friendly and competent. What more to ask for? Go there and shop...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Arts & Entertainment in Soho | Arts & Entertainment » Social Clubs in Soho | Nightlife » Clubs in Soho
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 30-10-2011 “Yesterday I went to *Century Club*, London for the first time. I did not really know anything about it previously, but since I had an invite I gave it a shot. The *evening on the Rooftop terrace was organised by Aussie Hair*, who had teamed up to give 80 girls an evening of beauty, drinks and...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Hotels & Holidays » Hotels » 4 Star Hotels in Bloomsbury
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 30-10-2011 “One night at the *Mecure London Bloomsbury*. I was surprised it was not yet registered on *Qype* but since I wanted to report about my stay, I registered it. I only stayed one night. When I arrived on a Saturday at 2pm I wanted to check into my room as I needed to get some work done before...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Eating & Drinking » Cafés & Coffee Shops in Bloomsbury
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 30-10-2011 “I went to brunch today with a friend to *Le Pain Quotidien*. We're both German so after all the British "bread" we felt like eating some good, proper bread. Arriving around 10.30am, there was still some space for us to sit. We ordered Latte and orange juice as drinks and tried to decide on the...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Shopping » Computer Shops in Mayfair
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 30-10-2011 “I've been a customer of this *Apple store* for more than four years now. The store is *conveniently located on Regent Street, between Oxford Circus and Picadilly Circus tube stations*. The shop is usually *quite crowded* and all assistants are busy so if you can, *come on weekday mornings*. If...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Eating & Drinking » Cafés & Coffee Shops » Cafés in Covent Garden | Eating & Drinking » Cafés & Coffee Shops in Covent Garden
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 09-05-2012 “Great location at the corners of Monmouth and Earlham Streets, this Caffé Nero is great for a quick stop over lunch or if you’re waiting on a friend. *I sat down recently with a Chai Latte* (take semi-skimmed milk & no cinnamon on top for it to be absolutely perfect!) and needed to get some work...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Health & Beauty » Beauty & Wellness » Beauty Salons in Mayfair | Shopping » Department Stores in Mayfair
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 09-05-2012 “This article is particularly *about the Nespresso boutique on the lower floor at* *Selfridges*. It is a little hidden for by-passers below the jewellery on the lower ground floor. While it was a lot smaller than I had expected, it had everything a true Nespresso fan would need. *You can buy...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Sport » Fitness First / Gyms in Bloomsbury
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 12-05-2012 “Getting fit before all the Christmas food would be just the solution this year I thought! Loosing weight before Christmas so I won’t feel bad about gaining any over the Holidays. *FitnessFirst Bloomsbury is located next to The Brunswick shopping centre* (the one with the huge Waitrose). It is...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Eating & Drinking » Cafés & Coffee Shops » Coffee Shops in Covent Garden
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 09-05-2012 “*I am a big fan of Caffé Nero generally.* I've been going there for my regular Chai Latte for around four years. *The problem is though, that most of the time they get it wrong!!* So, here I was in Covent Garden today needing a break from the crowds and in need to do some work. I had passed by...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Health & Beauty » Health in Covent Garden
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 09-05-2012 “A *brand new yoga and Pilates place in the midst of Covent Garden* next to St. Martin’s Courtyard. This studio *only opened end November* so while they are settling in, I am already reviewing them! A few days ago, I passed by this new studio that I had heard about recently and thought I...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Shopping » Book Shops in Bloomsbury
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 09-05-2012 “My local book store. *Conveniently located next to the University of London, University College London, SOAS, Birkbeck and many more, this book store serves mainly students.* Next to the normal range of books on cooking, DIY etc., this store has a *huge range of academic books in stock* at all...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Shopping » Food & Drink » Bakeries in Covent Garden
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 15-12-2011 “I went to Patisserie Valerie a few weeks ago with my housemate and her friend. We were looking for a quick stop before going for dinner with a few more friends. We had tea, Latte and a smoothie. Tea and Latte were as expected but the smoothie was really really good!! If you want a cake, also go...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 23-12-2011 “*One of the newer Kurt Geiger shops in London. This shop is located right at the corner of the piazza of Covent Garden opposite the Apple store. Shoes are on two floors, ground floor for ladies and lower ground floor for ladies, men's and accessoires.* The staff is *friendly and very helpful* in...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Eating & Drinking » Pubs & Bars » Bars » Cocktail Bars in Covent Garden | Eating & Drinking » Restaurant » American / British / Steak Houses in Covent Garden
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 23-12-2011 “Me and a few friends went to Maxwells two weeks ago as a friend of ours and her boyfriend were visiting from Brussels. *There was seven of us on a Friday night.* Where to go for dinner? We were lucky to be able to get into Maxwells with just a little wait. *About 15 minutes and we were seated and...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 04-03-2012 “I really enjoyed my first visit here. It is a café / bookshop with a gallery downstairs. I did not see the gallery though *I spend a few hours there browsing through the variety of books that can be bought*. You can also get tea or coffee, with a pot of tea being around 2 quid. Once you have...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Eating & Drinking » Cafés & Coffee Shops » Ice Cream Parlours in Marylebone
chiarapinto wrote on 29-01-2010 “Yum love oddenos, last time I got the belgian waffle with mango ice cream, delish! Sadly their seating area is not so great but if you need to take a load off after a hard day's shopping this is the perfect pit stop” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Eating & Drinking » Cafés & Coffee Shops in Holborn
Deena Caunt wrote on 15-09-2011 “Great Starbucks , you can usually get a seat in here - even when its raining . They never seem to be very busy so you can actually use the bathroom without queuing for hours .” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Shopping » Art & Craft Supplies in Soho
smileykate wrote on 07-01-2011 “Since the shop has moved from Beak St to Marshall St, I still can't decide if I prefer the old shop...there don't seem to be quite as many loose beads to pick up and put into your basket! However, there is a brilliant selection of seed beads down in the basement (easy to miss if you don't realise...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 24-04-2012 “*Uniqlo is not really my thing.* Their clothes just do not fit my figure. I was intrigued, however, recently and went to an event organised in cooperation with the Stylist. Not only did it offer some discounts, drinks and nibbles but I discovered the men's collection. I just wanted another drink...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Eating & Drinking » Pubs & Bars » Bars » Jazz & Blues in Soho | Nightlife » Clubs / Music Venues in Soho
gregorypshirk59 wrote on 26-02-2013 “We visit this lovely place at least once a week with my colleagues. The atmosphere is fantastic! You can relax, you can have fun or just chill. Drinks are on available prices. Service is professional and friendly! All you need is a good company! ...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Bliss at Debenhams Oxford Street
Health & Beauty » Beauty & Wellness in Mayfair
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 06-05-2012 “On Thursday I went to the Bliss counter at Debenhams Oxford Street which also has a spa. It is a little bit weird to have a spa service directly next to one entrance and under the eyes of any passing customer, but hey, if the service is good … I had a triple oxygen facial. A bit nervous...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012
Eating & Drinking » Cafés & Coffee Shops » Coffee Shops in Bloomsbury
LinaJennyAmelie wrote on 06-05-2012 “This Starbucks is great location-wise for me. I'm not gonna write about the coffee cause that's the same in almost every branch. Instead I will write about the staff, the flair and the ambiente. Located opposite Tavisock Square, this Starbucks is a regular for students from University College...” more...
Added by LinaJennyAmelie on 05-05-2012