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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.

Looking for the best places to eat in Highbury? We’ve got you covered with our unrivalled guide to the finest restaurants in this popular North London area. Highbury is a bustling suburb of North London, home to several popular restaurants and adorable eateries.  This means that no matter what cuisine you’re craving, you’ll be able …

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Looking for the best musicals in London to have on your radar this year? Read on to discover our top picks. Rightly so, catching a production in the capital earns itself a place on many tourists’ (and locals’) bucket lists… and right now the capital is filled with hundreds of Wicked productions well worth your …

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Spanish tapas made from Scottish seafood is the name of the game at Maresco. We headed to Soho to check it out. Tucked away on Berwick Street, Maresco has been on our radar for quite some time since it opened last year.  This intimate spot is the third London endeavour by Stephen Lironi, following his …

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Situated just moments from the Tower of London, All Hallows by the Tower is London’s oldest surviving church. Here’s what you need to know about its fascinating history. Words by Sam Jean From the outside, you’d be forgiven for thinking that All Hallows by the Tower is a pretty straightforward church.  However, London is brimming …

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Looking for the best Persian restaurants London has to offer? Look no further as we bring you the best Iranian tastes in the capital. Words by John Rogers While ridiculously underrated, Persian cuisine is among the most subtle, tender, and flavoursome food you’re ever likely to find. The beautifully blended herbs and spices coat vegetables, …

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Boozers are two for a penny in North London. Here are some of the best pubs in Highbury.  Highbury is one of Islington’s best-loved districts, Arsenal’s stomping ground, and home to the Emirates, which has a huge influence over the area.  A welcoming, friendly area that seems to get trendier by the year, Highbury is …

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Hidden in plain sight, St. Stephen’s Tower has a rich and illustrious history at the heart of London life. In fact, you already know more about St Stephen’s Tower than you think. Words by John Rogers Or do you?  There’s a great mystery surrounding St Stephen’s Tower, with experts split on exactly where St. Stephen’s …

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Piccadilly Circus is the junction of London’s dynamic West End. Discover the bars, restaurants, clubs, theatres, and venues which make this one of the capital’s most iconic destinations.  Words by Sam Jean From the world-renowned theatres of Shaftesbury Avenue to the high-end shopping of Regent Street and the many hidden gems nestled in between, Piccadilly …

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Discover the contemporary London authors you need to add to your TBR list. From intergenerational tales to complex love stories, we’ve got you covered when it comes to reading inspo. Words by John Rogers From the days of Jane Austen and Charles Dickens, London has been the setting for many of English literature’s finest novels. …

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The Phoenix Garden is a rare green space embedded in London’s busy West End – here’s a sneak preview of its secrets and why you need to see it for yourself.  Words by Sam Jean We hear a lot about London’s grandiose green spaces like Regent’s Park and Hyde Park – and we can’t speak …

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