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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.

Did you know that there’s a beach in London you can get to on the Tube? Here’s why you need to dig out your swimsuit and visit Ruislip Lido. A sandy beach, an adorable cafe (with delish ice cream) and a miniature railway are what await you at Ruislip Lido. But that’s not the best …

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Antique shopping in London? These are the places you need to hit up. We all love a good high street browse, but sometimes it’s nice to shop small and pick up a secondhand treasure.  Why do we love antique shopping so much? Let us explain. First of all, it’s a more eco-friendly way of shopping …

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London’s African restaurants have scoured the containment from Nigeria and Ethiopia to South Africa and Morocco. Get ready to discover the very best of African cuisine.  Why do we love African food so much? Well, it’s so diverse. In a continent so rich with different cultures, it’s no wonder that the food is so varied. …

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Ready to discover the best restaurants in Fulham? From cosy Italian joints to fancy pub grub, these are the top places to dine in the area. Fulham – land of oat milk lattes and adorable dogs. Although Fulham does have a reputation of being a little ‘rah’, it’s got some of the best restaurants in …

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Looking for a unique way to spend an evening in the capital? Here’s what you need to know about London Transport Museum’s brand new late-night event. *sponsored by London Transport Museum* Hot on the heels of the opening of the brand new Elizabeth line in London (the new, high-speed railway that will eventually connect Reading …

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Exploring West London? You need to hit up one of these incredible Fulham coffee shops. Fulham is renowned for its coffee shops. In fact, if you’re an avid coffee drinker, a brunch lover or a cute cafe enthusiast then this is the place for you.  Ready to explore the leafy streets of Fulham via one …

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Planning a visit to The Wellcome Collection? Here’s what you need to know about this quirky London museum. The Wellcome Collection is a free museum and library exploring health and human experience. Yes, you read that right – it’s another of the many free museums in London.  It’s filled with 19th-century collector Henry Wellcome’s medical …

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Life in London can often be hectic – so here’s why you NEED to attend the Times+ Life Lessons Festival. This event has been cancelled as of August 25th 2022. In a post-pandemic world where burnout is on the rise, looking after your mental and physical health has never been more important. Nor has it …

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Looking for the best Irish pubs in London? These are the best Guinness-pouring pubs for that perfect Irish pint.  Irish pubs aren’t just for St Paddy’s day– we can enjoy them all year round.  We love Irish pubs for their warm and friendly atmosphere, Irish whiskeys and, of course, Guinness. We’ve found the best pubs …

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