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I'm MissRachelle from London. I've been Qyping since 08-08-2008
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4A Upper St. Martin's Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9NY
03-09-2010
It is quite cool to see Upper St Martin's lane getting some action, with neighbors like Dishoom and Jamie's Italian it seems this area is finally getting some quality food options into the area.
Kyashii defiantly falls into the high price end of this road though. It is really beautifully presented, both the interior and the food, but heavy on price and small on portions. Which is a shame, because they do know what they are doing when it comes to the food. Fantastic flavours in everything, even the edamame beans had a little kick to them. The sake was really good too, and the traditional warmers were really cool- little stone vessels of perfection.
The place is quite surreal, like a honey comb maze, but all black and lacquered and reflective. Add to that some inbuilt fish tanks, a karaoke area and some very robotic efficient staff and your done!
Muswell Hill Road, London
03-09-2010
I can really appreciate the beauty of this place as a stand alone area, when coupled with the fact it is in the city of London I think it's fairly outstanding.
When you go running through this area it is a bit surreal. It is easy to forget that other people are about, the dirt paths and over hanging trees, the squirrels and birds, it's all a bit country life in the 1800's.
They do have a cafe, large grassy area, catcher pits etc. All very good for families in the area, but the part I'm really into is getting lost in the maze of tracks, exploring the woods, taking pictures of the trees. I can't wait for it to snow!
Swains Lane, Highgate, London N6 6PJ
26-08-2010
I recommend walking to the cemetery down the steep slope of Swains Lane beside it, so that you can see the area that the legendary 'Highgate Vampire' (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highgate_Vampire#Initial_pub...) hangs out in (plus you do not want to walk up this hill for anything- even the flavour of the month vampire).
When you leave you can go back through Waterlow park (http://www.qype.co.uk/place/95700-Waterlow-park-London) it's an easier walk, plus they say it's a less refined version of what the cemetery looked like when it was first created.
You have a choice of two parts for your visit- it is better to plan around the tour times for the West side as they are fixed and you must go with a guide. That side is £7, the East side you can wander about on your own, and it is £3.
The East side is the celebrity hangout, not like you will see celebrities meandering about, but you can see where they are buried! Karl Marx is the draw card, but Douglas Adams and Michael Faraday along with a fair chunk of Charles Dicken's family (not the man himself though- he's in Westminster Abbey).
The West is a great trip through the history of London, and depending on your guide, is an insight into the personal histories of Londoners who we have forgotten over time, or their architectural tastes and preferences. You can ask to visit certain areas if they have time, but they do cover the Lebanon circle and Egyptian Passage, as well as the first grave. I would recommend asking about the history of cremation and to see Thomas Sayers, the bare knuckle fighter (he does seem to be a part of the regular tour though).
25 North Road, Highgate Village, London N6 4BE
09-08-2010
(updated on 26-08-2010)
UPDATE!
I was here again last night and managed to get an introduction to the very passionate manager. He knows his stuff, and none of the previous staff were on, the place ran like clockwork. Great to talk with someone who is passionate about their business, perhaps I should be smart enough not to attempt a whiskey tasting session with him next time... perhaps!
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I haven't eaten here yet, but I have sat curled into one of the garden nooks enjoying the atmosphere and drinking up as I awaited my first meat wagon experience. Locals here are fab (not I'm not back handing myself a compliment as a local- I am saying objectively they are more than your average punters).
Great layout, very slow bar staff, but if you are popping in for a pint off the beaten track in Highgate Village then you really ought to slow it down a bit.
1 Hampstead Lane, London N6 4RS
24-08-2010
I haven't been to any other Dim T restaurants around the city so this was a maiden voyage. The interior is dark, with big bouncy booth seats and other tables dotted about. It got quite busy, we stayed for about an hour and a half, but not too noisy considering.
The staff were friendly and attentive, the food arrived quickly and tasted fresh, well spiced, and reasonably authentic. I was particularity impressed by the green curry that didn't shy away for the curry punch!
They do Happy Mondays, where you can get a soft drink or beer or wine with your meal, and they also offer a two for one deal for signing up to their newsletter- with those to hand the two of us ate for £13, can't really do much better than that in most Asian fusion places I know!
98 North Road, Highgate, London N6 4AA
23-08-2010
Myself and my local crew parked out the front and ate a Sunday roast here on the weekend. When I did venture in to order I got the distinct feeling everyone was waiting on winter to arrive, all the dark leather arm chairs and candle lit table and an abundance of dark wood must have given me the idea!
It was really nice to be outside though, although you're beside the road, it's a quiet part of Highgate so it doesn't really feel like it.
The lunch offerings are as simple as it gets on Sunday- Roast only, offering lamb, beef, chicken or nut. By the time we ordered (about 4:30pm) there were two types left, and shortly after there were none, so I guess you arrive at lunch or miss out. Good meal, slightly more pricey than your average pub lunch, but quick service and ample portions.
Jason Court, 76 Wigmore Street, Marylebone, London W1U 2SJ
16-08-2010
While Levant might not be the easiest place to find, it is certainly worth the search. You enter via a downward staircase, lit with lanterns, candles floating in water, and decorated with rose petals.
The whole atmosphere is carefully crafted with red drapes and subtle lighting, nooks with drapery and cushioned seating, very other worldly.
Amazing food on offer- we had the clouds according to the guys at our table (otherwise known as pitta bread!) with Hommus, Baba ghannuge, Tabbule, Kibbeh lahme and Soujok (spicy sausage). We did actaully make the mistake of thinking that was all the food we could possibly east, beause that was followed by a fantastic mixed grill of Kafta laham, kafta d’jaj, shish tawuk & laham meshwi on a bed of rice.
After subduing us into little food comas the belly dancers came out- they were less belly than I was expecting, but entertaining and engaging none the less.
All in all a highly recommendable evening.
andygee64 great review Rachelle-wouldn't expect anything else lol.lots of details for us to mull over. well done!!
23 August 2010
355 Archway Road, Highgate, London N6 4EJ
13-08-2010
I'm shocked this incredible book store doesn't already have a review or twenty. I guess it's unassuming size and non descript exterior that stops people finding out what an amazing collection exists inside.
They specialise in childrens literature, but have a massive selection of politics, travel and poetry- with giggly titled shelves like 'Definitely Dead Poets'.
For those into Beano they have them, Children's Annuals from the 150's? All there, newspapers telling you what time the latest Beatles gig begins? Those too.
What I would call a hidden gem, and with most of their antique books for under £20 it's the perfect gift store.
29th Floor Millbank Tower, 21-24 Millbank, Westminster, London SW1P 4QP
12-08-2010
Opening to the ticket purchasing public for one month only, this is a view to be snapped up while it is still on offer. Normally a corporate venue, they have transformed the space into a sleek 360 degree view of the city.
Graphics line the windows so you know which major buildings are on the horizon, and a the whole experience comes with a limitless time period (closing at 1am) and a nice glass of bubbly. The hosts are sweet and accommodating, looking to help out where ever they can (and very keen to help out if you are thinking of proposing apparently- but not for this fish in the sea just yet thanks!)
I really enjoyed this experience, the groovy little binoculars very sci-fi, the views unlike any I have seen in London- plus it's fun spying on Buckingham Palace trying to see which flag is flying!
andygee64 I would have thought a princess like you would know what inside the palace looked like.lol!!
23 August 2010
Highgate Hill, London N6
12-08-2010
I discovered this park by accident- as I imagine happens quite often when you are faced with the steepest slope imaginable to get back to Highgate Village from the cemetery, and looking for a gentler alternative.
It's got a really lovely array of secluded areas, wooden seats with lovely views, a pretty impressive play park, tennis courts, a lake and lovely green grass spaces dotted about with wildflower beds.
The ambiance is also really nice, no one rushing through to get elseware, and all the paths crossing though means you can sit for hours without noticing what is going on around you.
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