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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.

What did London do before it discovered ramen? Luckily, we don’t have to imagine – London’s ramen scene is popping. Here are the restaurants serving the very best.  Where to Find the Best Ramen in London Shoryu Shoreditch and others  ££ View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shoryu Ramen (@shoryu_ramen) You can …

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Tired of the same old boring stationery? Head to these cool London stationery shops.   Best Stationery Shops in London Choosing Keeping Shoreditch View this post on Instagram A post shared by Choosing Keeping Stationery (@choosingkeeping) Choosing Keeping – a beautiful Shoreditch stationery shop is just a few metres from the Columbia Road flower market. This …

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Ready to be the toast of the town in Hackney’s hottest bars? Get ready to sip in style as we guide you through the trendiest drinking holes in the area.  Ranging from cheap (£), doable (££), to the exorbitantly pricey (£££), this area provides a kaleidoscope of bars for every kind of wallet.  Whether you’re …

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Liverpool Street’s bar scene is surprisingly good. From secret cocktail bars to swanky rooftop joints, Liverpool Street and its surroundings are awash with a surprising number of cool drinking spots. These are the ones you shouldn’t miss.  The Best Bars in Liverpool Street Jin Bo Law  £££ View this post on Instagram A post shared …

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Whether you’re referring to Shakespeare’s Globe (the new theatre) or the Globe Theatre (the old) – discover these quirky Globe Theatre facts we’ll bet you never knew.  If you’ve ever wondered how on earth that Elizabethan building ended up on the South Bank in 1997, well – there’s quite a history to unpick.  William Shakespeare …

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Dare we say it, but it’s starting to feel like the Christmas season is in full swing right now in London. But don’t worry if you’re still feeling a little bit Grinch-y, Backyard Cinema is back for 2021 and their Christmas screenings are bound to put you in a festive mood. Immersive experiences, naughty-but-nice treats, …

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The Courtauld Gallery reopens this month. Here’s what you need to know.  Art lovers unite: after an extensive renovation, Somerset House’s Courtauld Gallery is reopening to the public on Friday 19th November 2021 and this is one transformation you won’t want to miss.  The gallery, which boasts infamous pieces such as Van Gogh’s Self Portrait …

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Looking for the best hot chocolates in London? When it comes to indulgent sips, London is a city that delivers – inviting you to tuck into steaming cups of the good stuff topped with lashings of cream, milk and other deliciousness.  Ready to discover? Look no further than these ten decadent destinations. Where to Find …

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