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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.

The eagerly anticipated Cross Rail (Elizabeth Line) is set to open its doors to the public today – here’s what you need to know to get to grips with London’s swish new transport.  It may feel like a lifetime – and it’s certainly been more years than TfL initially intended, but the Elizabeth Line finally …

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There’s a secret masonic temple underneath the Andaz Hotel in Liverpool street. Here’s what you need to know…  Wait… There’s a Secret Masonic Temple Hidden in the Andaz Liverpool Street?  You’ve probably been to the Andaz Hotel before, or at least heard of it, but did you know that the Andaz has a Masonic Temple …

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The Barbican’s open-air cinema returns for dreamy nights under the stars this summer. Here’s what you need to know. Summer is tantalisingly close, which means the return of the Barbican’s Outdoor Cinema Screenings in August.  Ready for a week-long open-air cinema? The Barbican is hosting its spectacular open-air cinema again after last year’s success and …

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Home to some of the best boozers you’ll find globally, London’s pubs showcase great drinks, tasty food, and unmatchable fun. There’s never been a better time to explore the best pubs in London. London pubs have it all, whether you’re in the mood for perfectly poured pints, confidently crafted beers, thirst-quenching tumblers, or sinful shooters. …

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Looking to take your tastebuds on a grand tour of Brazil? We’ve chosen our pick of the best Brazilian restaurants in London – and you do not want to miss out. To those of you who haven’t yet discovered the beauty and indulgence of Brazilian cuisine, welcome.  Think of it as a kind of tapas …

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Ready to discover the best vegetarian restaurants in London? It turns out that the capital puts on a stellar display when it comes to plant based food.  We might be biased, but we think that London has the best food game in the world. There are so many brilliant restaurants (not to mention a whole …

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Ready to discover the best restaurants in Crouch End? We’ve compiled a handy guide to the best eats in the area. Settling on the perfect place to eat can be a real challenge. Your stomach’s rumbling while you frantically google the best eateries around and come up with a thousand different results, each one further …

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Need a caffeine boost? Or a cosy spot to chat with a friend? This guide to the best coffee shops in London has you covered. Coffee aficionados will understand that there’s a massive difference between an average cup of Joe and a quality brew. Even so, it can be hard to tell where to find …

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Hunting for the very best Peruvian restaurant in London? Don’t fret – this guide will walk you through very best spots to dine out Peruvian-style. Peru’s cuisine is a melange of flavours – in no small part due to its heritage. Throughout the centuries, Spanish, Italian, and Japanese immigrants came to the country’s shores, started …

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Marking 70 years on the throne, The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee looks set to be one of the highlights of 2022. Don’t miss this guide to the very best events in London you do not want to miss. Aside from the long weekend off work, it’s no wonder that the Platinum Jubilee is such a big …

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