★★★★ 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”
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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”
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”
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”
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”
Bubala
★★★★★ Culinary Contenders: The All-Vegetarian Restaurant Shaking Up the London Food Scene! Where? Spitalfields, 65 Commercial St, London E1 6BD / Soho How much? ££ Cuisine? Middle-eastern What? Vegetarian sharing plates Gluten free options? Yes This all-vegetarian restaurant is raising the stakes within the restaurant industry, proving that you don’t have to serve meat inContinueContinue reading “Bubala”
Fall in Love with Florence
10 Magnificent Marvels in Italy’s Renaissance City Welcome to the idyllic city of Florence, where timeless allure meets avant-garde elegance. As the former political capital of Italy, this Renaissance haven exudes an aura of sophistication and cultural refinement. Prepare to be enchanted as you wander through its cobblestone streets, soaking in the opulence of itsContinueContinue reading “Fall in Love with Florence”
London’s Lavender Fields
The purple sea home to the honeybees Where? Mayfield Lavender Farm, 1 Carshalton Rd, Banstead SM7 3JA. How much? £5 adult entry/ When? Bloom’s from end of June and peaks during July and August. What? Family run farm open to the public, with cafe and shop. Accessible? Yes – wheelchair and dog friendly. On theContinueContinue reading “London’s Lavender Fields”
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