London

Generously sized coffeeLunch at Borough MarketCatching some rays on the ThamesWelcoming in spring at Hyde ParkStumbling upon the Camden Lock’s Global KitchenEncountering Street ArtAntique Shopping on Portobello RoadBreak Dancing in Trafalgar SquareEnjoying some much needed time at the pubEnjoyed this post? Subscribe here! … [Read more...] about My Favorite London Moments

"Any assembly linked to the Extinction Rebellion 'Autumn Uprising' and those linked to it who wish to continue their assembly MUST go Trafalgar Square and only assemble in the pedestrian area," the police statement said. … [Read more...] about Climate protesters try to “occupy” London city airport

Best RoomsFor a travelling family like ourselves, the Deluxe Two Double Bed Rooms are simply perfect. Plenty of space to spread out, ours had a separate living room with a second television which meant everyone had somewhere to escape to. For a romantic escape, the Corner Suite is a dream space; over-sized with a separate living room made all the more cosy by the ornamental fireplace, a dressing room, a four-poster bed and once again the bathroom is a place to spend time and here the rolltop bath has been strategically placed in the window bay for an ultra-luxurious soak. … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Kimpton Fitzroy In London

Not only is Shangri-La Hotel Paris one of the finest hotels in the world, it is also incredibly vegan friendly with a monthly ‘Green Dinner’ and a legendary ‘Vegan Afternoon Tea’ which are both served at La Bauhinia. The hotel is located in the previous home of the great nephew of Napoleon Bonaparte and exhudes history throughout; you can expect impeccable service from the staff team and everywhere you look there are antiques, chandeliers and paintings that only begin to tell you the story of this wonderful hotel. … [Read more...] about Vegan delights in Paris and London

On most days, I find myself smiling without noticing. I spend most days doing nothing much at all: writing, reading, practicing my baby French and cooking classic French grandmother recipes. I check out new art exhibitions, I write my newspaper column, I drink sangria in backyards. I sip noisettes in cafés as I writes lists for everything I want my life to be. … [Read more...] about Paris Expat: The Reality of Life in France