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Julianna Barnaby

Julianna Barnaby is the Founder of London x London. A born and bred Londoner and award-winning blogger she loves to delve into the cool, interesting and quirky spots that make London such a dynamic city.

Want to eat out in Marylebone? Here’s where you need to be booking.  Marylebone is one of the swankiest neighbourhoods in London. But there is far more to this area than celebrity spotting and designer shopping. Marylebone is home to some of the best restaurants in the entire country. This guide showcases 25+ of the …

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Looking for the beauty in the concrete jungle? Here’s where you can find it. The other day something in an old episode of In Our Time with Melvyn Bragg caught our attention (yes, sometimes a few of us like pretend we’re 90, wrapped up in a warm, cosy blankets listening to podcasts about the history …

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Spending summer in London? You’re in luck – the capital comes alive with brilliant things to do. These are the best. Ready to rock the city we love so well? Summer is here! Freedom beckons! Whilst hot weather can’t be guaranteed, there is no shortage of brilliant things to do in London in summer 2023. …

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Planning to visit the Houses of Parliament and not sure where to start? Check out this step by step guide to the types of tours, ticket prices and what to expect before you go.  The Houses of Parliament are more than just an iconic London landmark. They function as the heart of British power.  Set …

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Looking for a coffee on the Southbank? Here’s where you need to go.  When it comes to cafes on the South Bank, you aren’t short on options. TBH, the South Bank is one of our favourite spots for coffee in the city.  The artsy vibe has resulted in some really quirky and unique spots, from …

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Richmond Upon Thames is brimming with brilliant cafes and coffee shops. Looking for the best spots? These are the ones you shouldn’t miss. Richmond is a far cry from the bustling streets of inner city London, a place where the buildings stop after two or three stories and car horns and police sirens are never …

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Primrose Hill is a London rarity – a neighbourhood filled with brilliant independent restaurants and places to eat. Looking for the best restaurants in Primrose Hill? These are the spots you shouldn’t miss.  Best Restaurants in Primrose Hill   Greenberry  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Greenberry (@greenberrycafe) on Jan 9, 2020 at …

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We go in search of the hidden spots that we think deserve a little more credit. London is a city that pays dividends – if you take the time to invest in it that is. There are so many hidden gems in London that if we’re frank, if you’re not taking the time to explore …

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The bars you should know about when you want a drink on the Southbank.  Finding the best bars in the South Bank isn’t always easy. You’ll have to run the hurdle of mediocre spots offering badly-made cocktails and wine best used for cleaning your sink. Don’t despair though, there are a plethora of quirky bars, …

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