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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.

Get ready to explore the best cycle routes London boasts with this handy guide. From loops around Hyde Park to afternoon tours across North London, these London bike routes are sure to make you break a sweat. We often say that London is a city best explored on foot. Though there’s one exception – exploring …

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Looking for the best things to do in Chiswick? This picture-perfect neighbourhood runs along the River Thames and is bursting with brilliant things to do, great places to eat, and wonderful spots to bed down for the night. Let’s explore. Believed to have originated in c.1000, this sleepy area takes its name from a cheese …

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Dancing shoes at the ready – get your groove on at some of the best dance studios in London. While we all love a good dad dance (sprinkler, anyone?), there’s nothing more impressive than being able to really dance.  Whether you’re looking to get fit, find a new hobby, or pick up some new moves …

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Anderson .Paak fan? Who isn’t? You won’t want to miss the chance to see him perform IRL in London this month. Here’s what you need to know. JEWELZ at the ready, House of Vans is set to host an exciting performance by Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals on Monday 27th June 2022. And you …

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What the cluck? You haven’t tried out these spots for the best fried chicken in London yet?  London has a budding love affair with fried chicken, with lots of new places constantly popping up. But, as anyone who appreciates the satisfying crunch of a perfectly-crispy chicken wing will testify, not all spots are created equal. …

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Looking for the best tapas restaurants in London? Get ready for a fiesta at one of these brilliant Spanish spots. We just so happen to think that Spanish cuisine is some of the best in the world. After all, who doesn’t want to pair the ultra-carby patatas bravas with meaty croquetas, padron peppers, fried squid, …

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Looking for the best saunas in London? Clear your calendar, as the capital’s top saunas will have you hot and heavy for a good ol’ pamper session. Whether it’s pounding the pavement to see the top London attractions or the daily hassle of getting through the day unscathed, you deserve a little pick-me-up. And what …

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Heard about the peculiar Auto-Icon at UCL? Here’s why and how you can see Jeremy Bentham’s real head in London. First up: What on earth is an Auto-Icon? Well, it’s a preserved dead body, clothed and displayed as if the person was still living. In this case, it’s Jeremy Bentham’s head and body – and …

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Fancy a kitchen sink (drink)? The Eastenders 100-Hour Lock-In has landed in a smattering of London’s best East End pubs – and this is what you need to know before you roll up with a pint in tow. As born and bred Londoners, there’s no show we find quite as iconic as Eastenders. So when …

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Looking for some delicious food that’s Celiac safe? We’ve got a list of some of the best gluten-free restaurants in London. Finding food that’s allergen-safe can be tricky in a big city. Fast-paced dining and high-end cooking don’t often cater to gluten-free and vegan diets. But, as awareness of healthy eating has grown, so has …

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