So I was randomly strolling down Piccadilly when I came across this gorgeous newly opened Greek Coffee House that serves delicious coffees and an amazing range of nuts and honeys and Greek cookies. What else could one ask for?I have lived in Athens for 3 years and believe it or not, this place made me [...]
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Aux Merveilleux de Fred – The new alternative for cupcakes!
Some things are meant to be. Myself and Ashma were about to cross the road and head towards Byron when I turned around right in time and had a peek of Aux Merveilleux - the most genius idea and gorgeous French patisserie I have come across in London.The concept of meringues with whipped cream is [...]
L’Eto Caffe in Shepherd Market!
So I have been to L'Eto a couple of times but usually to the ones in Soho or South Kensington. This was my first visit to the one in Mayfair and I have to say their choice of location is ideal. I have often thought of escaping and hiding away in some cafe and getting [...]
Cappuccinos and Cookies at Dukes Hotel
Tucked away in St James Dukes is another hidden hotel gem of London! I first came across the hotel in 2011 when we held an event for Ormonde Jayne and Miss Jones PA in one of their event spaces! The hotel is stunning, with every quality that you look for in a boutique hotel - [...]
Poilane Just Off Cadogan Gardens, Sloane Square!
This place was my refuge last year when I was job hunting. I would sit here for ages applying to various places and cold calling. No doubt I have developed an association with it. Not to mention, the positioning is ideal, in the heart of Sloane Square, you'll come across the best dressed ladies here!I [...]
An unusual experience at The Corinthia!
It was back then at The LSE when The Corinthia Hotel was getting prepared for the launch and we never realised what was happening! Little did we know it would open as one of the most beautiful hotels in London!I popped in to Corinthia for a coffee last evening after work! It's an absolutely gorgeous [...]
The Mandarin Oriental Bar!
Mainly known in London for its most fashionable cocktails, I have happened to be there a lot of days mainly for meetings and of course, to keep myself going, their coffees! If you are looking for a semi relaxed yet formal environment, The Bar is the perfect place to go especially with the central location [...]
Beating the snow in London!
If you are dreading the snow and looking for a place round the corner to beat the cold, Barossa in Parsons Green is ideal! The perfect Aussie coffee house that serves delicious velvety lattes and cappuccinos. Their desserts, especially the lamingtons are to die for!Above all they do another one of my favourite things, BURGERS! [...]
Taylor St Baristas of Mayfair!
Today was my first 2013 visit to Taylor Street Baristas, known for their amazing coffee, is also a great place for meetings especially if you are looking for a cosy setting.Right behind Claridges the coffee shop has friendly staff and needless to say the coffee is amazing - you dont need to add sugar as [...]
My history with Coffee
I began drinking coffee when I was 15 or so and the only 'good' coffee I had tried thus far was from McDonolads or Pappasalis and a few other cafes in Islamabad. My first encounter with Starbucks was at the age of ten when I had watched You’ve Got Mail and the characters’ obsession with [...]