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Berenjak

★★★★★ Experience Persian Flavours in the Heart of Borough! Where? Borough Market & Soho How much? ££ Cuisine? Persian Vegetarian options? Yes Vegan options? Yes Gluten free options? Yes Visiting the Borough branch of this family-owned business, I was immediately struck by the unique decadence of its façade: stained glass mandalas arching above the windowsContinueContinue reading “Berenjak”

Rita’s Dining

★★★★ The American Diner, With a British Twist Where? Soho, 49 Lexington St, Carnaby, London W1F 9AP How much? ££ Cuisine? American dining, seasonal British ingredients Vegetarian? Yes, limited Vegan? Yes, limited Gluten free? Yes I had Rita’s on my radar as one of the top London restaurants to visit, so when the opportunity toContinueContinue reading “Rita’s Dining”

Christmas at Kew

London’s Garden of Lights – Queue The Magical Takeover of London’s Most Famous Gardens Where? Kew Gardens, Victoria Gate & Brentford Gate When? 15 November 2023 to 7 January – returns annually Time? 4.20pm to 10pm Duration? 1 hr 30 mins – 2 hrs How much? Non-member adult: Off peak £22.50/Peak £29.00 – Member adult: Off peak £19.50/PeakContinueContinue reading “Christmas at Kew”

Prague

Prague, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers Gothic charm, stunning architecture, and rich cultural experiences. Ideal for 3-4 day visits in spring or autumn, the city boasts hearty cuisine, sparkling beer, and numerous events. Explore famous landmarks and hidden gems while enjoying unique cafes and quirky art scattered throughout the vibrant city.

Elliot’s

★★★★ Borough’s Bests: The Chic Eatery Serving Seasonal Sensations Where? Borough Market, 12 Stoney St, London SE1 9AD How Much? ££ Cuisine? Seasonal options and sourdough pizza Vegetarian options? Yes Vegan options? Yes Gluten free options? Yes Dog friendly? Yes Elliot’s has held a prominent position in Borough Market since 2011. It is easy toContinueContinue reading “Elliot’s”

Hiking the Jungfrau Region

1o things not to miss in the Swiss Alps I was lucky to be able to spend much of my childhood in the picturesque village of Wengen, nestled in the stunning Jungfrau region of Switzerland. This captivating area is renowned for hosting the longest downhill skiing race in the world, The Lauberhorn Race, a challengingContinueContinue reading “Hiking the Jungfrau Region”

Out with the Old and In with the New

I’d like to welcome you all to the newly revamped blog, Calendar Girl, formerly known as The Amateur Archive. Some of you may have noticed a fresh new name, a vibrant colour scheme, and a catchy new tagline: “Plans Made Easy.” Calendar Girl is here to help you effortlessly plan your weekends and travel adventures,ContinueContinue reading “Out with the Old and In with the New”

Dublin Diaries

Exploring the Southern Capital of the Emerald Isle: 5 things you can’t miss! It was James Joyce who first brought me to the cobbled pavements of Dublin, the legendary writer of “Ulysses,” “Dubliners,” and “Finnegans Wake.” After falling in love with the complex tales of “Dubliners,” I embarked on a journey to the Emerald IsleContinueContinue reading “Dublin Diaries”

3Bis

★★★★★ Borough’s Best-Kept Secret: The Gelateria That Londoners Don’t Want You to Know About. Where? Borough Market, 4, Park Street & Notting Hill, 178 Portobello Road How much? ££ What? Italian Gelateria Caught in the unbearable heat of mid-June, while sweating amidst the ravenous Borough Market crowds, spotting a cup full of cool gelato feltContinueContinue reading “3Bis”

Tap on the Line

★★★★ Destination Kew: Commuting to the Only Pub on London’s Tube Line Where? Kew Garden Station, Station Approach, Richmond TW9 3PZ How Much? ££ Cuisine? British food & classic pub grub Vegan? Limited Vegetarian? Limited Gluten Free? Options available Dog Friendly? Only outside seating Famously waiting on the platform of Kew Gardens Station is Fuller’sContinueContinue reading “Tap on the Line”