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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.

Wanting to try a cuisine that fuses the best of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Turkish cuisine? Look no further than our guide to the best Georgian restaurants in London. Words by John Rogers Heavily bread, cheese, and pastry-based, Georgian food combines carbs with a killer taste that wow the taste buds.  From the national dish, …

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London Fashion Week 2023 is fast approaching – we’ve got the lowdown on the hottest designers and events hitting the city next month.  Running between Friday 17th to Tuesday 21st February 2023, the LFW calendar will be half digital and half IRL.  Catwalks and shows will be hosted at multiple locations across the city, including …

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Looking to head to the theatre? Discover the best London theatre set to hit the stage in 2023 and beyond.  Whether you enjoy dazzling performances from household names, cheesy musical numbers, or gritty indie plays, London’s West End and off West End stages are always abuzz with brilliant productions.  Not sure what you should be …

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Looking for the best clubs in London? The capital is full of brilliant spots where you can grab a drink, have a boogie, and celebrate with your friends.  Some of the most iconic clubs in the world can be found in our hometown, and when the sun goes down London really lets loose. Ready to …

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Go back a stitch in time with one of London’s quirkiest and most fabulous spots, The Sewing Machine Museum. Words by John Rogers London is full of little museums that, at first glance, appear to appeal to the nichest of niche markets. Even more so when they only open to the public for a few …

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Wondering where to satisfy your cravings for booze in South London? Wonder no more with our handy guide to the best pubs in Battersea. Words by John Rogers Nothing speaks more to the British soul than hunting out a boozer where you can enjoy a catch-up with friends, family, and lovers over a decent pint …

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Looking for the best bars in Elephant and Castle? Look no further as we take you through the best boozers, bars and beery spots in this South London location. Words by John Rogers Home to such diverse offerings as the Imperial War Museum and Ministry of Sound, Elephant and Castle not only boasts the name …

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Discover more about how Charles Booth plotted poverty in Victorian London with his ground-breaking poverty maps. Words by John Rogers It’s no secret that the post-Industrial Revolution years in Victorian Britain were a time of enormous prosperity and discovery for the upper classes. Britain was at the height of its imperial strength, governing over a …

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London is exceptionally multicultural – even influences from places as far off as Japan can be found in our city. Enter: the Battersea Peace Pagoda.  Words by Sam Jeans There’s no shortage of green spaces in London, but with its tranquil Thameside setting, Battersea Park is arguably one of the most beautiful.  Like other London …

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Looking for the best restaurants in Finsbury Park? Look no further as we take you to the top eateries in this thriving North London suburb. Words by John Rogers Finsbury Park has recently become one of North London’s most desirable areas.  Don’t believe us? Combine the park’s leafy greenery with all the modern multi-cultural trappings …

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