★★★★★ From Cafe to Cocktail Bar: Is This London’s Best Espresso Martini? Where? Bermondsey, 72 Bermondsey St, London SE1 3UD How much? £-££ What? Coffee shop & Cocktail Bar Dog friendly? Yes Chapter – 72 – is nestled in the heart of Bermondsey Street, barricaded by charcoal boards proudly proclaiming “(one of the) BEST EspressoContinueContinue reading “Chapter – 72 –”
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Egg Slut
★★★ Sunny Side Up: The London Breakfast Spot That Egg-Lovers Can’t Resist Where? Nottinghill, 185 Portobello Rd, London W11 2ED How much? £-££ What? Breakfast sandwiches & eggy all-day burgers Vegetarian options 🌽 – yes, but very limited Vegan options 🌱 – no Gluten free options 🌾 – yes, bun free options Egg Slut hadContinueContinue reading “Egg Slut”
The Tamil Prince
★★★★★ The Tamil Prince: Where Indian Flavours Meet Gastro-British Charm Where? Caledonian Road & Barnsbury station, 115 Hemingford Rd, London N1 1BZ How much? ££-£££ Cuisine? Indian small plates Vegetarian options 🌽 – Yes Vegan options 🌱 – Limited Gluten free options 🌾 – Yes Dog friendly? Yes The Tamil Prince has piqued quite theContinueContinue reading “The Tamil Prince”
Swan London
★★★★ Dining with Shakespeare: Fine dining meets theatre at this classic London restaurant. Where? Southbank, 21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London SE1 9DT How much? ££-£££ Cuisine? Seasonal Modern British Vegetarian options 🌽 – Yes Vegan options 🌱 – Gluten free options 🌾 Dog-friendly? Yes Adjoining the iconic Globe Theatre on the Southbank side ofContinueContinue reading “Swan London”
Archway, Battersea
★★★★ Under the Archway: Battersea’s hidden restaurant and wine bar. Where? Battersea Park station, Arch 65 Queen’s Circus, Nine Elms, London SW8 4NE How much? ££ Cuisine? Seasonal & International, great selection of wines Vegetarian options 🌽 – Yes Vegan options 🌱 – limited, on request Gluten free options 🌾 – limited, on request DogContinueContinue reading “Archway, Battersea”
Trullo
★★★★★ A London Italian which is Trullo elegant, refined and mouthwateringly delicious! Where? Highbury & Islington, St Paul’s Rd, London N1 2LH How Much? ££ Cuisine? Italian Vegetarian 🌽 – Options available Vegan 🌱 – Limited Gluten Free 🌾 – Limited London’s pasta play-offs are well and truly underway, and there’s a newcomer that’s joinedContinueContinue reading “Trullo”
Campania
★★★★ A Taste of Southern Italian Charm on London’s Columbia Road Where? Columbia Road Flower Market, 23 Ezra St, London E2 7RH How much? ££ Cuisine? Southern Italy Vegetarian options? Yes, but limited Vegan options? Ask staff Gluten free options? Limited Campania is one of those rare gems you find in London. For those whoContinueContinue reading “Campania”
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”
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”
The A-Zadar Guide of Croatia’s Oldest City
Top 5 Best Attractions Often overlooked for its beauty, in favour of Dubrovnik or Split, Zadar has subsequently become a peaceful and affordable option for those travelling to Croatia. With rocky shores and crystal clear waters, cobbled pavements rich with history, endless seafood options and lively markets, Zadar is a lot more beautiful than itContinueContinue reading “The A-Zadar Guide of Croatia’s Oldest City”
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