A new landmark exhibition dedicated to JMW Turner (1775-1851) at Tate Britain called Turner’s Modern World explores what it meant to be a modern artist during his lifetime. Personally I believe that Turner is one of the most innovative artists of all time, ahead of his time and crucial to the inspiration of Impressionists and other artistic movements that started a century after he created…
Buying a house is often both exciting and nerve-wracking. One important consideration when purchasing a home is to set aside money for furniture. After all, even the coziest new abode won’t feel like a true home without some carefully chosen pieces that truly speak to your style and comfort.
Shopping around for furniture can be as fun as it can be stressful, so taking the time to plan out…
The British Museum has reopened with a very interesting exhibition about Tantra. If you are looking for insights into Sting and Tom Hanks’ favourite love practice you’ll be disappointed because this is more a showcase of the ancient philosophy behind the contemporary practical spin. This exhibition will be suitable also for secondary school students who are learning the history of philosophy.
It was great to be able to go back to the Tate Modern this week. Last time I visited the gallery was for anexclusive preview of Andy Warhol‘s exhibition, back in March before lockdown started. The latest retrospective to run between 7 OCTOBER 2020 and 21 FEBRUARY 2021 is Bruce Nauman’sfirst major exhibition in London in more than 20 years. It allows visitors to engage with…
Even during pandemic times, in London it is still possible to enjoy a meal in a beautiful surrounding at St. Katharine Docks. Central London’s only marina has recently hosted a unique on-the-water dining experience, pop-up restaurant Avalon. This was an exclusive temporary dining space adjacent to the main restaurantThe Melusine, and it was my first meal out in Central London since the…
Throughout lockdown I have missed going to the cinema. Outdoor cinema is the new THING and now even the UK’s first cinematic experience by boat. There are only a few days left to enjoy this, though.The Openaire Float-In Cinema sponsored by luxury ice cream brand Häagen-Dazsis opened to the public untilSunday 27thSeptember.It follows the pioneering global…
The Luna Cinema socially distanced experience is in full swing with screening across South West London for a number of screenings at King George’s Park (23rd September-27th September) and Wimbledon Park (29th September-4th October). There they will be screening blockbuster hits and classic films including Joker, Rocketman,and feel-good, timeless classics such as Pretty Woman…
Months of lockdown and isolation have made us appreciate the little things in life. Stand Up at The O2, acomedy show with the backdrop of the City of London on the roof of the O2 was the best way to go back to my social life.The comedian hosting this specialcomedy event series is award-winning comedian Suzi Ruffell. She is genuine, hilarious and different from most comedians out…
With the motto “We make a difference, one cake at a time”, Free Cakes for Kids Fulham is a movement of local volunteers and community groups, who share the simple belief that every child deserves a birthday cake no matter what their circumstances. Free Cakes for Kids Fulhamwas set up in May 2020 as part of the Free Cakes for Kids UK organisation founded in 2008 by Henriette Lundgren in…
My first restaurant visit after easing of lockdown restrictions was the Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus, the most recent opening of the chain which pays tribute to the building’s prestigious heritage and unbeatable West End location. As a rock chick, I am always wowed by the walls adorned with authentic, one-of-a-kind memorabilia from decades of music history, featuring items from British music…