Fratelli is taking over London!

My affair with Fratelli started in university when I was in 2nd year and we discovered the new Cafe Fratelli that had opened right next to The Waldorf Hilton close to The LSE. 3 years down the line, there seems to be one in every corner of London. Sloane Square, Bond Street, Berkeley Square and it [...]

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 [...]

Coffee Planet next to home!

I spent the last couple of my days home in Islamabad trying out absolutely every possible restaurant/coffee place. F-11 Markaz (literally 2 mins away from my house)  is possibly going to be the next hub of coffee places and hangouts in Islamabad with Zafferano's, Tutti Frutti, Gloria Jeans and now, Dubai's Coffee Planet opening up [...]

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! [...]

Mari Vanna in Knightsbridge

One of the cosiest and coolest places you could visit for a taste of Russia. Replicating a Russian grandmother's house, this restaurant serves delicious Russian food and amazing desserts and coffee! You must try the dumplings served with sour cream accompanied by a cappuccino.A must visit! P.S. Make sure you closely observe the decorations!www.marivanna.co.uk

Why ‘Luxury’ Shouldn’t be seen as a negative word!

It does sound very pretentious at times when you speak of the luxury industry of London but it is a very strong part of what London is about. Working on the 5ive Star London project has been for me a great experience in not just uncovering the luxury brands of London but also the hidden [...]