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Lauren Kendrick

Lauren is the Features Editor for London x London. She grew up outside of the capital but has spent the last couple of years exploring all there is to know about London and compiling handy guides for you to read - mainly the best places to eat (and there are MANY).

You'll likely find her in a cool new bar sipping a cocktail or two. A spicy margarita is her poison of choice, in case you were wondering.

Craving a hearty bowl of stew? Or, how about a dumpling or five? These are the best Polish restaurants in London where you can find just that. Words by John Rogers Serving London’s Polish ex-pat community for decades, some of the best culinary experiences in town are provided by underrated Polish restaurants. The cuisine is …

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Wondering what to do in London in spring? We’ve got you covered. The (marginally) warmer weather, streets lined with gorgeous blooms, and – dare we say it – the possibility of it being dry enough for beer gardens really gets Londoners excited for spring.  After a couple of less-than-ideal years, it’s safe to say that …

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Discover the best Filipino restaurants in London with this handy guide. Here are 10 incredible spots to get your adobo fix. Words by John Rogers London is blessed with an abundance of global cuisine, and steamrolling its way to the very forefront in recent years are the delights of the Philippines. Filipino food is perfect …

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Discover the best Asian supermarkets in London with this handy guide. 10 stellar spots to pick up ingredients, snacks, and more in the capital.  Words by Sam Jean London is home to a diverse and vibrant Asian community that stretches from north to south and east to west.  If you’ve sauntered through Chinatown, you’ll have …

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Hungry? Here’s where you’ll find the best banh mi in London – where to get your Vietnamese sandwich fix. Words by Sam Jean Sandwiches are a universal culinary staple. The best sandwiches in London span virtually all countries and cultures, from elegant French baguettes to stacked American bagels and British breakfast baps.  But this is …

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Looking to celebrate St Patrick’s Day in London? Here’s where to start… Whether you’re an Irish expat, a tourist, or just a Londoner looking for an excuse to sink pints of Guinness, you don’t want to miss the St Paddy’s Festival and parade in Trafalgar Square. The annual celebration has been a huge deal for …

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Get ready to discover the fascinating history of John Snow pub in Soho – the London boozer named after a pioneering doctor from the 19th century. Words by John Rogers The name John Snow is synonymous with English fast bowling in the 1960s and 70s, Channel 4 News (until very recently) and, of course, Game …

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Hooray – The Oxford v Cambridge Boat Race Returns to London for 2023! The Oxford v Cambridge Boat Race is an iconic British event, attracting hundreds and thousands of spectators each year, and many more who watch it on TV in their homes and pubs around the UK.  This year the historic race will take …

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Fancy exploring somewhere a little different for an evening out? Discover the best places to eat in Ealing with this handy guide. Words by John Rogers Sat at the western end of the Central and District Lines, Ealing is a vibrant area full of uber-trendy restaurants and places to eat, having undergone extensive regeneration over …

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