I generally use this blog to share my thoughts on London experiences, from gigs and theatre shows to exhibitions and all sorts of fun things to do around the city. But every now and then, a story comes along that deserves a different kind of spotlight. Today, I’m making an exception to my usual reviews to share something much deeper, yet incredibly relevant to all London mums and, of course, to…
Anyone who knows me knows that I have a real passion for visual art. Give me an opportunity to visit a gallery, museum or exhibition, and I will happily take it! I even love painting myself, although I must admit that admiring other people’s masterpieces is a slightly less messy affair. And when it comes to London art events, there is one that I particularly look forward to twice a year: the…
This week, a friend dragged me to the end of the world otherwise known as the end of the District line, which, for a central Londoner like me, is pretty much the same thing! She promised it would be worth the journey and that we would have a good laugh. Despite my initial scepticism, I must admit she was absolutely right. We were there to see Oh Zeus! at Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch, a…
Would you climb Mount Everest? Absolutely not, if you ask me. I hate altitude, I hate being cold and I am quite happy admiring mountains from a safe distance, preferably somewhere with a fireplace and a drink. But virtually? That is a completely different story!
I recently headed to Eclipso in Camden Town with a friend to try Everest: The First Ascent, the latest immersive VR experience taking…
There are some exhibitions you look forward to visiting once. And then there are exhibitions you already know you will want to see again and again. I have a feeling Monet: Painting Time, coming to Tate Modern from 25 February to 27 June 2027, will be firmly in the second category.
As a Tate Member and a bit of an artist myself, I was absolutely delighted to be invited to the…
London never seems to run out of unusual things to do. Just when you think you have experienced every possible type of concert, theatre show or immersive event, the buzzing city comes up with something completely different.This week, I discovered In The Dark, a unique musical experience at St Bartholomew’s Church near Barbican, and I absolutely loved it. Imagine sitting inside a beautiful…
If you love classic rock ’n’ roll, here’s one for your London theatre list: Million Dollar Quartet has arrived at The Arts at Marble Arch, and after getting a sneak peek at today’s preview, I can already tell you one thing, this is a show worth booking.
I was invited along to a special preview teaser for journalists today, and even from that short taste of the production, the energy in…
If you want to know the fastest route to lots of fun, I can tell you exactly where it is: on a dance floor where nobody can hear the music but you.
Silent disco is my happy place. I know that’s a big claim, but honestly, I mean it. There’s something magical about putting on those glowing headphones and just… letting go. I’ve danced my way through a fair few unusual spots…
There are theatre evenings when you leave humming a tune, and others when you leave with something rather deeper on your mind. Holy Fool at Park Theatre in Finsbury Park belongs firmly in the second category, but thankfully, it also gives you plenty to smile along the way.
I went to see Holy Fool with a friend yesterday, and we both came out pleasantly impressed and, more importantly, deeply…
There are wines you taste thoughtfully, swirl around the glass, discuss at length and perhaps even write tasting notes about. And then there are wines that mysteriously disappear from your glass while you are busy chatting to your girlfriends.Lala V Rosé belongs firmly in the second category.
Lala V Rosé brings a little Provençal joie de vivre to a glamorous evening at Hackstons in…