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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.

Wondering where to source your next fancy-dress outfit? Here are the best spots in London for it.  London knows how to do fancy dress right. Whether it’s the all-out party vibes at carnival or Halloween, we’ll take any excuse to whip on a cool costume and get all fancy dressed up.  Then again, fancy dress …

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What’s what on the London skyline? Here’s where you find out. Nothing beats a panoramic view of London’s skyline, but have you ever wondered what’s what?  Whether you’re taking a peek from an aeroplane or grabbing an eyeful from ground level, it’s time to discover some of the London skyline’s most iconic (and funny-shaped) buildings. …

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11 creepy ghost stories that will leave you looking over your shoulder next time you walk the streets of London.  London ghost stories are not too hard to come by – and it’s no secret that there are some pretty haunted spots in the capital.  From haunted tube stations to black dogs hunting down cannibal …

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Our guide to the best vegan eateries London has to offer. Looking for tasty vegan restaurants in London? It has to be said that the capital is one of the most vegan-friendly cities in the world. From plant-based farmhouse-style restaurants serving up rustic dishes, fine dining sans meat, and curry houses with dedicated vegan menus, …

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Guess what? BFI London Film Festival is back and we’re excited – the line-up is fabulous. These are our top picks of what to watch this year. Get ready for a cosy autumn filled with brilliant films as the BFI London Film Festival returns to the capital from 12th – 22th October 2023.  Events will …

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Celebrating your birthday in London? Lucky you. London knows how to do a party right.  With all these options, it can feel impossible to decide which one to plump for. Should you go for themed drinks? A chilled spa day? (PS: the answer is always both). From floating down the Thames in a hot tub …

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Discover London’s fantastic independent book stores with our insider bookworm’s guide.  Looking for the best bookstores in London? The capital is filled with beautiful independent bookshops boasting literary treasures.  Whether you appreciate a good classic, prefer a more modern novel, or love to indulge in non-fiction, London’s bookshop scene is bursting with plenty of options. …

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