Being the capital of the UK, London is without a doubt any tourist and architect’s dream, with buildings/interventions of all shapes and sizes to cater for every taste. However, I personally think that the best architecturally related stuff to visit tends to be perhaps the less obvious ones. Here’s a list of my top 10 places of architectural interest to visit in London, listed in no particular order. Some of these may be hidden away, but all are well worth a visit! Make sure you have a drink in the …

One of my favourite things to do is to shop for presents. It’s the perfect antidote to shopping for yourself when you know you can’t afford it, there’s no guilt attached, and London is the perfect city in which to find that unique little something. Say goodbye to John Lewis and Accessorise, and get yourself down to these little blighters (as they say in cockney slang)
Magma product shop
16 Earlham Street
Covent Garden
WC2H 9LN
In the heart of the city centre, nestled amongst bikes, tourists and steakhouses, is Earlham Street. Filled with an …

If you’re fed up of paying over £10 to see a film, sick of venues with no character, and bored of the same old hollywood blockbusters, then look no further. Here are a few of my favourite independent cinemas in London.
Curzon
Curzon cinemas are classy arthouse affairs that are great for a first date or a quirky evening. Curzon in Soho is just opposite China town on Shaftesbury Avenue and offers a great mix of popular films, screen classics and arthouse delights. Make sure you get there early to sample the …

Well it’s that time of year again, and whether you’re single or coupled up valentine’s day can often be an absolute nightmare. Rather than the traditional sickly sweet romance that some people go for, why not try out something completely different? Here are some options that that you can enjoy not only as a twosome but also with a group of friends if you’d prefer. Valentine’s day celebrates romance and love - we say let’s celebrate the unusual instead.

Burlesque night

Burlesque has made a comeback and …

After a long day at work and struggling through the crowds on the central line, I like nothing more than to relax somewhere where you can guarantee you’ll get some good food, a great atmosphere and generally just a nice time. I also like hunting out little hideaways in London which make me smile and are all unique in their own way. Here is my list of hidden food gems, just for you. Remember not to tell everyone though…….
Fika – 161a Brick Lane, E1 6SB
A favourite of mine, Fika is …