Archive For The “Travel” Category
On a recent quick weekend trip to Dubai we decided to change the hotel we always stay in and stay somewhere else. Wishing to remain withing the Dubai Mall District we chose to stay in Almanzil Hotel. We have to say we didn’t regret our decision at all. I already miss the place and i [...]
The moment i heard that Jamie Oliver had opened a restaurant in Westfield London i was itching to try it. I have tried his first creation fifteen a
First i would like to remind you to vote for me in the VIVA competition. In order to vote you must first Like The VIVA page then you Like the recipes… click on link 1 and link 2 to vote. and you don’t have to be a Q8y to vote by the way. Thank You [...]
I never thought it would be possible, to actually order and taste a pizza in the Gulf region that is as good as ones served in Italy. Until i tried Armani Café Pizza in Dubai that
The last time i was at the Lime Tree Cafe, i snapped some casual pictures and posted about them Eons later (click here)… this time i went with my camera, determined to take proper pictures and write another post… It was 8:30-9:00 AM but the place was packed with Europeans yet it was quiet and peaceful. [...]
In one of my recent trips to Dubai, i was walking in Dubai Mall just outside the Reel Cinema when i spotted this little
The Monument to the Great Fire of London, or as it’s usually abbreviated as The Monument, is a tall stone column erected in place of the bakery where the great fire of London was started in 1666 that destroyed half of London back then.
Right on the corner of Leicester Square, London, there stands a lovely red sign with a group of people queuing to go inside and be seated… That place is one of my favorite spots to relax in the UK… it’s Häagen-Dazs
If you love shopping, you will love Bicester Village! It’s a chic and cosy shopping area with Discount Outlets for many many Designer Brands: Matthew Williamson, Gucci, Temperly London, DVF, Juicy Couture, Ralph Lauren, Luella, Burberry, Anya Hindmarch, Mulberry, Vivienne Westwood, Ted Baker, Bally, Valentino, D&G, Dior, Salvatore Ferrigamo, YSL, Fendi, Versace and many many more…
Carluccio’s is one of my favorite places to dine in the UK! If you are a fan of Fatafeet or BBC Food, you would recognize Carluccio’s Chef: Antonio Carluccio from the cooking shows! I could eat every day in Carluccio and never get bored… i always start with their Bread Basket that contains the amazing [...]
This post is for the wonderful FourMe who has just discovered her hidden baking talent :* I wanted a yummy chocolate cake. I felt like a yummy chocolate cake. I wanted to smell the cake baking in my kitchen… so i have decided that there is no shame in buying a ready made cake mix [...]
If you are a fan of Cadbury you must try those new flavors… there are actually 3 of them but i didn’t see the third one: Berry Fruit & Vanilla Shortcake Flavour, Toffee Apple flavour, and Roast Hazelnut & Honey Roast Cashews Flavour which is not pictured. I am not if you will like them [...]
I know no one is a stranger to Pizza Hut… but i do have a point to state here. Of all the Pizza Huts i have tried in the world… including the UK ones… including the very same branch in Liecster Square… there is not one Pizza Hut that serves a slice of pizza as [...]
With a history of 300 years and a royal warrant under it’s belt… walking to the Twinnings store is sheer joy to tea & history lovers! This store is the first known Tea Room in the world, located on 216 Strand Street, London and is still operating since it’s opening by Thomas Twinings in 1707.
Not every day is shopping day in London! Often on a lovely day or if the weather permits we like to take a stroll by the River Thames… The chill, the people watching, the history, the hubub, the landmarks, the excitement, and the street artists/performers/beggers gives my favorite London walk priority above all other activites… [...]
I woke up this Sunday morning feeling hungry… and for a moment i wished from all my heart i could just put on my jacket and step out into the nearest Giraffe branch i could find…
When you walk through Paddington Station… a flaky wholesome aroma hits your nostrils and beckons you over… you follow the smell and you find the source… they are the Pasties
You want a candy cake but you don’t want to walk all the way to Covent Garden? Head to Kingsly Court instead. Kingsly court is accessible via Carnaby Street. It doesn’t look very promising from the outisde but once you step inside you will find your self in the cutest shopping area ever! It’s all [...]
Tucked away in the heart of Covent Garden there is a staircase… taking the steps down to the lower level you will find your self in an open basement area dotted with coffee shops and
After a long day spent shopping in London, there is nothing better than a hearty English Afternoon Tea for a quick energy boost! and my favorite Afternoon Tea is the one served at
Don’t run away at the mention of the word museum… for this is no ordinary one! It’s not old and stuffy and boring at all! I <3 all kinds of Museums and i usually go alone because no one i know would swap a day of shopping for a day of culture… But if you [...]
While i am on the subject of Café Rouge in London… let me tell you about my 2nd favorite dessert on their menu: Trio de Crème Brûlée.
If you frequent the UK often… you would recognize Café Rouge. There is one branch of Café Rouge in particular that is a favorite of mine… I remember the day i took those pictures… cold chilling breeze blowing from every direction… the sun playing hide and seek with the clouds… sporadically sending
If you are a makeup fan or not that experienced in applying make up… you will love this little box of goodies… I am not a makeup person. I know
