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5 Stunning Boutique Hotels in Notting Hill (2025)

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5 Exquisite Hotels in Hampstead (2025) —from a London Travel Blogger

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The Best Hotels in North London (2025) — from a London Travel Blogger

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📌 SAVE skip the tourist traps and try these ins

📌 SAVE skip the tourist traps and try these instead 🍴

Restaurants I tried (and loved) this month in London ⬇️

From a smoky tartare in Soho to a cardamom bun I can’t stop thinking about…

📍Firebird, Soho – 29 Poland St, W1F 8QR

A chic wine bar meets open-fire kitchen, inspired by Mediterranean flavours and started by two friends after a trip through Georgia. Try the pork chops, tuna tartare and sourdough!

📍Noreen, St Christopher’s Place – 23 Barrett St, W1U 1BF

Middle Eastern food with amazing flavour and generous portions. The cardamom buns are unreal.

📍Lina Stores, Soho – 51 Greek St, W1D 4EH

Yes, it’s a classic — but the Amalfi lemon linguine and the hidden cocktail bar downstairs are gorgeous every time.

Let me know which one you’re most excited to try 🤔

Happy Londoning,
Candace x

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The things you won’t see on ‘American abroad’ social media ⬇️

❌ No matter how hard you try…you will never be British.

Despite English being both of our native languages (and of course, an extremely linked culture), British culture can take a lifetime to fully integrate into — and even then, you’ll never be considered ‘British’.

👩🏽‍🤝‍👩🏼Outside of being in a relationship with a Brit, it can be difficult to integrate into British friend groups.

Most Brits tend to have friends from childhood or sixth form that they keep for life — or, if you’re lucky enough to have moved for uni, the same applies. Otherwise, outside of falling in love with someone British or having great coworkers, it can be difficult — but not impossible!

Especially in a London context, where there are plenty of British people new to London too, looking for connections.

✈️Once you experience the ease of European travel, you will become addicted and never want to move back home.

Living in the UK from 18 (I’m 27 now), a £5 flight to Toulouse in my second year of uni forever changed my life — and I’ve been obsessed with short Europe breaks ever since.

Going from a $300 flight to get state-to-state vs. £20 to get to a whole new country is hard to replace…

💰And it literally does not matter how long you live abroad — you will always have to file taxes, and in some cases, pay taxes in the US…forever.

Unless it’s over a certain amount, you’ll just file — but still, it’s something you’ll need to think about and plan for every year. And if you’re someone like me who has completely relocated, then it’s truly a lifetime task!

💍 And you’ll miss events, weddings, births, and birthdays constantly in exchange for your delusional dream of living or building a life in a new country that’s not your own — and wonder why you even moved 3,000 miles away in the first place.

But in my experience, it’ll be worth it in the end…

Let me know if you relate to any of these x

Candace x

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Would you walk 12 hours across 33 bridges in Londo

Would you walk 12 hours across 33 bridges in London? P.S Comment ‘GUIDE’ and I’ll send you my blog post on how to do the London Bridges Challenge for yourself this summer 🌞🚶🏽‍♀️with the full walking route, cafe + pub stop recommendations and FAQs

(& yes for those wondering about the step count…a little over 52,000 🤯)

It’s a full-day walking challenge, and the ultimate way to experience the capital from riverside to riverside.

Would you do this walk?

Happy Londoning,
Candace x

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SERIOUS TRAVEL QUESTION…how are you planning you

SERIOUS TRAVEL QUESTION…how are you planning your trips in 2025?

I was chatting with someone the other day and they said they plan *everything* like where to stay, eat, what to do—exclusively from ChatGPT 🤔

As a travel blogger I’m endlessly curious now—once you know where you want to go destination wise, how do you figure out the how?

Just AI? Blog posts? Pinterest? The clock app? Instagram reels or a mix of all? What order?

Let me know your method in the comments 🌍⬇️

Sincerely,

A full-time travel blogger with a hope that AI isn’t taking my job 😅🙋🏽‍♀️

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If that club’s entry requirement is knowing all

If that club’s entry requirement is knowing all the words to the Hamilton soundtrack by heart 🤣 add to your bucket list and 📌SAVE for next year!

Had a a far too fabulous time at Club Broadway this weekend — an all-singing, all-dancing, all-night Broadway-fuelled Aussie turned London party hosted by the legendary @djdanmurphy 🎭💃🏽

From Six to Rent, to Hairspray, Wicked and more it’s a serotonin-filled singalong with West End stars, dazzling drag, and the most inclusive, joy-filled crowd I’ve been part of in ages 💛

Tickets started at just £18, and they sold out FAST — so be sure to📌SAVE this for next year and get on it early 🎟️

📍HERE at Outernet (Tottenham Court Road Station) @djdanmurphy / @clubbroadwayco

Special thanks to @tcnewmantv / @wellseasonedlove for helping me unlock my inner theatre nerd for the night 😅

Have you heard of Club Broadway before?

Happy Londoning,
Candace x

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#ad @jet2pics @visitmaltauk 🤫 What NOT to do o

#ad @jet2pics @visitmaltauk 🤫

What NOT to do on a trip to Malta…

Okay, listen — if you’re heading to Malta, I highly suggest you don’t:

🚫Stay at the gorgeous Barceló Fortina Malta hotel

🚫 Take a seaside yoga class on Manoel Island (you might just become a morning person)

🚫 Learn how to make traditional Maltese cuisine with local legend Pippa Mattei (it’s too tasty)

🚫 Go wine tasting at Meridiana Wine Estate (you’ll never want to leave 🍷)

🚫 Hop on a private boat to St Peter’s Pool (far too much sun, hidden caves and beautiful views)

And above all… don’t book with @jet2holidays, because that would mean:

✅ Flights
✅ Hotel
✅ 22kg checked baggage
✅ 10kg hand luggage
✅ Return transfers
✅ And just a £60pp deposit to get started

All covered for your trip ✈️

So yeah… best to avoid it all.

(Unless you’re into stress-free travel sunshine, slow mornings, and really, really good wine.)

Happy travels,
Candace x
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ad @yepoda @coventgardenldn Come with me to Yepoda

ad @yepoda @coventgardenldn Come with me to Yepoda’s first-ever pop-up in London — only open from 21–26 June in Covent Garden! 🇰🇷🧖🏽‍♀️💗 right near the Piazza

If you love Korean skincare (I’m obsessed) you’ll be in a total K-beauty dream from the moment you walk in

There’s tons to explore + fun & free beauty & skincare activities like:

💆🏽‍♀️ A free skin analyser that gives you a personalised routine

📸 A lovely photo booth

🎭 A face mask vending machine (yes, really)

🧴 And the full Yepoda range to try in store

I’m especially loving their masks, sunscreen, serums and face mists right now. Clean, simple, and actually work.

If you’re in London, don’t miss this — or shop online if you can’t make it.

Let me know if you’ve heard of @yepoda before!

Happy Londoning,
Candace x
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#ad @jet2pics @visitmaltauk ✈️ How to do a Zen

#ad @jet2pics @visitmaltauk ✈️ How to do a Zen long weekend in Malta with @jet2pics 💆🏽‍♀️🌿

As a certified Capricorn, Type A, over-planner…from the moment I boarded my Jet2holidays flight from London, I knew I was in for a stress-free escape with everything handled — from flights, 22kg checked baggage AND 10kg hand luggage, hotel, and transfers all sorted.

(Oh, and did I mention it all starts from a £60pp deposit?!)

Here’s how we spent our slow travel getaway:

👩🏽‍🍳 A wholesome Maltese cooking class with icon Pippa Mattei

🧖🏾‍♀️ Spa time & breakfast at the serene Marriott Malta

🍷 Local wine tasting at the lush Meridiana Wine Estate

🌅 Dinner with a view at Michelin-starred Marea

🧘🏽‍♀️Bucket list morning yoga on Manoel Island

🛥️ A peaceful boat trip to hidden caves & St Peter’s Pool

🍴 And one last dinner at The Chophouse overlooking the Valletta skyline

Just 3 hours from London, and I came back feeling like I’d taken a week off. ✨

If you’re ready to book a trip your future self will thank you for...you know where to go! @jet2pics

Have you been to Malta before?

Happy travels,
Candace x
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Afternoon Teas in London (part 14 🫖) Here’s

Afternoon Teas in London (part 14 🫖)

Here’s an afternoon tea in London you’ll love — inspired by Hyde Park and just across the street from it 🌳

Think floral sandwiches, garden-style sweets, and fragrant teas to match the season — with a glass of bubbly if you’re feeling especially cheeky…

📍 Thirty-One Hundred Afternoon Tea at Park Corner Brasserie // 22 Park Lane, London W1K 1BE, £65pp @parkcornerbrasserie

Nearest station: Hyde Park Corner or Green Park

Follow for more afternoon tea finds!

and as always, Happy Londoning ✨

Candace x

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One of my favourite (and very British 🇬🇧) th

One of my favourite (and very British 🇬🇧) things to do? Visit a lovely stately home. If you’re looking to step into Britain’s grand history, visiting one of these countryside gems is an absolute must.

What exactly is a stately home? Traditionally a big, beautiful country house once owned by the aristocracy — usually full of art, grandeur, and a garden you’ll want to move into. Here’s a few of my favourite for your UK bucket list [SAVE for later 📌]

🏛️ Osborne House – Isle of Wight

York Ave, East Cowes PO32 6JX

Queen Victoria’s summer retreat with Italian-style architecture, a private beach (!), and royal family life away from Buckingham.

🏰 Blenheim Palace – Oxfordshire

Woodstock OX20 1PS

Where Baroque beauty meets British history. Birthplace of Winston Churchill, home to the Dukes of Marlborough, and ridiculously beautiful.

🏡 Strawberry Hill House – Twickenham, London

268 Waldegrave Rd, Twickenham TW1 4ST

Gothic, quirky, and one-of-a-kind. Built by writer Horace Walpole, it’s like stepping into a fairytale novel.

Let me know if you’ve been to any of these or which have made your list!

Happy travels,
Candace x

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15 summer day trips from London (under 2 hours!) ☀️✨

…with 3 things to do in each — solo-travel friendly too 💛

1. Oxford – 1 hr from London Paddington or Marylebone
📚 Bodleian Library, Botanic Garden picnic & a Cherwell punt

2. Cambridge – 1 hr from London King’s Cross
🚲 King’s College Chapel views, cycle the Backs & Jack’s Gelato

3. Brighton – 1 hr from London Victoria/London Bridge
🌊 Sea dip, vintage shopping in The Lanes & pier fish & chips

4. Margate – 1 hr 30 from London St Pancras
🎡 Turner Contemporary, beachcombing & Dreamland fun

5. Whitstable – 1 hr 20 from London Victoria/St Pancras
🦪 Oysters at the harbour, Harbour Street shops & sunset views

6. Rye – 1 hr 10 from London St Pancras (via Ashford)
🏖️ Mermaid Inn, Rye Bookshop & Camber Sands stroll

7. Deal – 1 hr 25 from London St Pancras
🫖 Beach walk, Deal Castle & tea at Little Harriettes

8. St Albans – 25 mins from London St Pancras
⛪ Verulamium Park, St Alban’s Cathedral & market stalls

9. Windsor – 50 mins from London Waterloo/Paddington
🏰 Thames walk, Windsor Castle views & cobbled shopping

10. Lewes – 1 hr from London Victoria
📖 Lewes Castle, historic bookshop & pub lunch at The Swan

11. Hitchin – 35 mins from London King’s Cross
💜 Lavender fields (July!), square brunch & charity shop hunt

12. Henley-on-Thames – 1 hr from Paddington (via Twyford)
🚣 Thames rowboat, Stonor Park & Chiltern Valley Winery

13. Canterbury – 1 hr from London St Pancras
🕍 Cathedral, canal coffee stroll & indie shops

14. Sevenoaks – 35 mins from Charing Cross/London Bridge
🦌 Knole Park deer, Emmetts Garden & Solley’s ice cream

15. Bristol – 1 hr 30 from London Paddington
🌉 Harbourside art, Clifton Bridge views & local brews

Bonus: Dorset – ~2 hr 30 from London Waterloo
🌊 Walk the Jurassic Coast from Durdle Door to Lulworth Cove

Enjoy!

Happy travels,
Candace x

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ad @minubeapp x @visitagijon Ready to visit one of

ad @minubeapp x @visitagijon Ready to visit one of Spain’s best hidden gems? Here’s your Gijón weekend itinerary ⬇️🇪🇸

Tucked in Northern Spain’s Asturias region is the beautiful city of Gijón — if cider, sea views, and colourful Spanish streets are your vibe, you’ll love a weekend break here. Just a 1.5 hour flight from London!

Here’s some bits to get up to for your visit:

🖼️ Wander Gijón’s colourful streets — loads of art, museums, and culture to soak up (like at the Museo Casa Natal de Jovellanos 🏛️)

🍏 Try the local cider — unique to Asturias and extra points if you can pour it like a Gijón local

🏖️ Beach hop in the city centre — walk along Cerro de Santa Catalina or sneak in a cheeky swim

🍽️ Dinner at Tierra Astur — rustic vibes, hearty Asturian food, and all the sidra

🌿 Start day two in nature at the gorgeous Atlantic Botanical Garden

🏛️ Pop over to Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura — for panoramic views and a deep dive into Gijón’s past

🦐 Seafood heaven at Los Pisones — genuinely one of the best seafood meals I’ve ever had

👣 Walk it off at the Museum of the Asturian People — a lovely glimpse into everyday regional life

🍷 Finish with dinner at Bar El Medio Lleno — chic, modern, and so good

🎶 And if the timing’s right… catch the Gijón Folk Festival — dancing, music, locals, the works

If you need more inspiration for your next adventure (Spain and beyond), check out @minube’s website — they’re the largest travel community in Spain — packed with local and hidden gem recs for destinations across the world 🌎

Happy travelling (and cider sipping),
Candace x

P.S.- I don’t speak it but gave some of the Spanish pronunciations a go — Spanish speakers, let me know how I did 😂💕
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#AD @stanstedexpress Off to Florence to wander thr

#AD @stanstedexpress Off to Florence to wander through Renaissance streets, stand in awe of Michelangelo’s David, and eat pasta and gelato like it’s a full-time job 🍝🇮🇹

But first — the airport. And let’s be honest, that part’s usually... a faff. But not with Stansted Express 🚊

I hopped on from Liverpool Street, and in just 50 minutes, I was at Stansted Airport — no traffic, no transfers (or stress). Trains run every 15 minutes, with great ticket options like Advance, Group, and WebDuo, so whether you’re travelling solo or with your travel bestie, it’s super easy.

Let me know where you’ll be travelling this summer in the comments! And be sure to take the Stansted Express when you do ✨

Happy travels,
Candace x
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Reintroduction time 🫶🏽(P.S. - If you’re a

Reintroduction time 🫶🏽(P.S. - If you’re a long time follower, I’d love to know what you fancy about my page and what more you want to see; and if you’re new, I’d love to know a bit more about you and why you followed!)

It’s difficult to put your whole life in a paragraph, but if I had to…I’m Candace 🙋🏽‍♀️ I’m 27, a Capricorn to a T, and a full-time travel blogger & content creator who moved to the UK at 18 from the US on a whim for uni (college), building my entire adult life abroad ever since — from university and MBA life in the city to working in startups across London, meeting my other half and manifesting my teenage dream to turn my love of writing and sharing about destinations into a full-time career.

London & the UK is my forever home and I love sharing tips, guides, and itineraries on the best bits to do, see and experience across London, the UK and Europe — especially if it’s boutique, local or lovely mid-luxury.

I only recommend what I would to a best friend on my blog and socials, so if you’re here — welcome welcome ♥️ and nice to meet you!

Happy Londoning & Happy travels 🌍

Candace x

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5 Lovely things to do in London with your mu(o)m 🇺🇸🇬🇧 (or any woman you care about in your life 🫶🏽)

🫖 🍰 Indulge in afternoon tea together

We did Brigit’s Bakery Bus Tour and it was as fun as it was delicious (bonus points for sightseeing with your scones).

🎡 Get your Zone 1 tourist on

Yes, it’s cheesy, yes, you must do it. From Big Ben to Buckingham Palace, tick off the classics together!

🎭Dinner & a West End show

We went to Le Garrick in Covent Garden then saw Tina at the Aldwych Theatre. Highly, highly recommend.

🖼️ Museum day out

Whether it’s the V&A or the Natural History Museum (or one of London’s hundreds of big and small museums) you really can’t go wrong. Free and fabulous.

🚂 Leave London

We hopped over to Bath and it’s easily became one of my favourite memories with my mom. (That and watching her try haggis for the first time in Edinburgh…).

It’s not often my parents come to visit (I usually fly back to the US twice a year), so having this time with my m(u)om in London was extra special, hope it gave you some inspo ♥️

Happy Londoning,
Candace x

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📌 SAVE for your next UK adventure 🇬🇧 bec

📌 SAVE for your next UK adventure 🇬🇧 because getting outside London into England’s villages should be on everyone’s bucket list 🏡 Clovelly is a stunning, ancient village dating back to 1086, famously listed in the Domesday Book. It’s picturesque, charming, car-free and has been privately owned for over 800 years, helping preserve its cobbled streets and fishing heritage.

Wander its quaint shops, try a Cornish pasty, and soak up the history that inspired writers like Charles Dickens.

Plus just a short drive away is Sandymouth Bay Beach - National Trust — perfect for breathtaking coastal views.

Practicals ↓

1️⃣ Clovelly is car-free to keep its unique charm — and you’ll pay a small entry fee that helps maintain the village.

2️⃣ It’s about a 4.5 to 5-hour drive from London so worth making a 3-4 day trip around North Devon and or nearby Cornwall (southwest coast of England)

3️⃣ You can easily explore the village in a few hours but if you’re keen to make a day of it there’s a few lovely B&Bs and pub hotels in the village like The Red Lion Hotel, The New Inn Hotel or Harbour View Cottage

Let me know if you’ve heard of Clovelly before or if it’s going on your list!

Happy travels,
Candace x

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ad @flibco 🚍 NEW Coach Connection: Stratford &

ad @flibco 🚍 NEW Coach Connection: Stratford & Liverpool Street → Stansted Airport ✈️

If you’re looking for an easy and affordable airport shuttle for your next trip to Stansted Airport, Flibco just launched in the UK and they’ve given me 20% off for you to use on your next trip 🌍(just pop code ‘CANDACE-FLIBCO’ in at checkout).

With direct new routes from Stratford Station (right by Westfield Mall) and a stop at Liverpool Street Station, their comfy coaches run 24/7 including bank holidays — every 30 mins — and skip all the central traffic chaos — perfect if you’re flying from or landing at Stansted Airport.

Tickets start from just £13.99, and bonus — you can travel earlier or later than your booked time if your flight’s delayed…

✨ Use my code ‘CANDACE-FLIBCO’ for a cheeky discount when you book online or straight from their app x

Happy travels,
Candace x

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One thing I’ve never understood is why people ju

One thing I’ve never understood is why people judge tourists for doing touristy things. In my opinion, there’s no invisible ‘traveller points’ you get by going to London and not getting a Big Ben pic, going to Paris and not cheesin’ it at the Eiffel Tower or going to Prague and not having a Chimney Cake (or two).

On that note, here’s everything to get up to for a touristy and fun first day in the city of Prague 🇨🇿✨

🥐 Take a morning stroll through Prague’s storybook streets and the beautiful Old Town Square

🕰️ Watch the whimsical tick-tock of the Astronomical Clock

📚 Snap a shot at iconic infinite tower of books at the Municipal Library

🌉 Savour the views from the legendary Charles Bridge

🍦 Have a chimney cake moment — warm, sweet, cinnamon perfection

🎨 Pose by the colourful John Lennon Wall

🍽️ Devour authentic Czech food (and Czech beer, naturally) at Nicolas

⛪ Marvel at the gothic beauty of St Vitus Cathedral

🍷 & end your day at Villa Richter — the oldest vineyard in the country, with dreamy views to match

What are your thoughts on ‘touristy days’ when you travel?

Happy travels,
Candace x

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ad @lner 🚄 How to Do a Weekend Trip from London

ad @lner 🚄 How to Do a Weekend Trip from London to Newcastle [📌SAVE and share]

If Newcastle isn’t on your UK city break list — you are missing out! Here’s everything to get up to for a buzzing weekend in this absolute Northern gem ✨

🚆 Getting there:

Hop on the @lner from London King’s Cross, and in less than 3 hours you’ll be stepping into all things Geordie charm. Free seat reservations, ample luggage room, plug sockets, and great views as you head up North too…

🏨 Where to stay:

I suggest @dakotahotel_ncl — think chic interiors, fabulous breakfast, and lovely views of St. Ann’s Wharf.

Newcastle Things to Do ✨

🎨 Visit the @balticgateshead for modern art exhibitions + panoramic views from Level 5

🍺 Head to @wylam_brewery in Exhibition Park for their craft beers and events (street food & live DJs included) — such a vibe

🛍️ Explore @thegraingermarket dating back to 1835 with over 100 small businesses to check out (the Cherry Bakewell Cookie from @pet_lamb_patisserie will make you swoon)

🍸 Grab a cocktail at @cafemercybar on Grey Street — their Negronis are fabulous and Grey Street is coined one of the most beautiful streets in the UK! 10/10

🍽️ Dine at @dobsonandparnell with candlelight vibes + Michelin Guide-worthy British & European cuisine

🌞 Walk the Quayside Sunday Market filled with independent traders and the buzz of Newcastle life, especially on a weekend (and if the football’s on — even better!)

🏰 Visit @newcastlecathedral and @newcastlecastle - for history, views and to learn how Newcastle came by its iconic name…

🍸 End with a cheeky cocktail at @wc_newcastle - a chic underground bar in a renovated Victorian loo — yes, really 😍

Before heading back on the @lner to London, already planning your next trip up North 💫

Let me know if Newcastle’s made your list!

Happy travels,
Candace x

P.S. - For the latest on all things Newcastle, be sure to visit getintonewcastle.co.uk to stay updated on the best things to do in the city 🇬🇧

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If you’re ready to give the fish and chips a bre

If you’re ready to give the fish and chips a break for the evening…here’s a few lush fine dining spots in London to try ✨ [save for later 📌]

📍CORD by Le Cordon Bleu

85 Fleet Street, EC4Y 1AE // @cordrestaurant

A refined dining experience in a Grade II listed building owned by the famed Le Cordon Bleu culinary institute, CORD offers a seasonal à la carte menu and tasting options curated by Executive Chef Karl O’Dell. The wine list is meticulously selected, with both classic and innovative pairings made by their lovely sommelier @the_pairing_life - find them in the Michelin Guide…

📍KÖD London

9A Devonshire Square, EC2M 4YN // @kodlondon

A Danish steakhouse with divine premium cuts from Japanese wagyu to Uruguay Fillet Steak complemented by indulgent sides like their beef tartare Smørrebrøds, incredible Steak Chips and homemade steak sauces like their warm Béarnaise or Signature Port Glaze. The vibe is minimalist with brick-lined interiors so chic yet unpretentious.

📍Riviera // @rivieralondon

23 St James’s Street, SW1A 1HA

Where you can transport yourself to the French Riviera, right in Mayfair with a Mediterranean menu featuring indulgent cocktails like ‘Sexy Popcorn’ to gourmet gems like their Lobster Brioche, Ratatouille and Truffle and Cheese Gnocchi…

Let me know which has made your list 📌

Happy Londoning,
Candace x

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