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Personally I’m not that big on sport; although I am still pretty excited about the Olympics being held in our capital this year. However this is probably for different reasons to most people…

You see, I know exactly what to expect from something this big. We all know how many different events will be taking place in the Olympics, but there are bound to be all kinds of amazing things going on elsewhere in The Big Smoke!

So prepare yourself for some top bands in the streets and all manner of exciting activities for the kids!!!

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London’s Vibe.

One of the things that I love most of all about London is the huge amount of bands you can go and see. Whichever part of The Big Smoke you are talking about, there are always plenty of great acts playing live. And it really doesn’t matter what type of music you are into either – Grunge, Folk, Rap, Reggae, Electronica or Jazz!

I wish that all of our major cities had this much culture on offer. Oh well, maybe one day…

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Film Locations in London.

We all know about how many amazing sights there are to see in The Big Smoke… or at least we think that we do. You see, the truth is that there is far more to see in London than most of will actually realise. Sure, tens of thousands of visitors will flock to Britain’s capital every single year, but this will normally be to visit the same old things – Buckingham Palace, The London Eye, Downing Street, Madame Tussauds, Harrods, Fortnum and Mason, Tower Bridge…. And what these people do not realise is that they are missing out on something else very big indeed!

You see, London has long been recognised as a cool place to make a movie and it has been used by numerous directors over the years. Countless films (from just about every genre you care to mention) have been shot in our Capital in a variety of different locations. But, the best news of all is that movie buffs can do their own tour of the big city! In fact, they can spend an entire weekend (or a whole lot longer!) visiting locales where many of their favourite films were actually made.

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London Touring

The thing about London is that despite the frequently bad weather, clogged and overpriced transport network, miserable looking people and bad driving, millions of people still flock to the capital every year to visit. The fact that London is considered one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world is a testament to its welcoming nature. It’s easy to get bogged down in the day-to-day minutiae that Londoners grumble about on a Monday to Friday. It’s easier to forget about all the amazing and wonderful things that happen in the city every minute of every day. 2012 is perhaps to be one of London’s biggest years to date from a cultural perspective and it is worthwhile highlighting some of the incredible events to be found around town over the coming months.

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Exploring London Nightlife Activities for Everyone

London nightlife can be lively and packed with things to do for young people as well as older. London comes with a huge number of evening entertainment choices to please everybody, so put down that human resource software, sign out of your computer for the night and let’s delve into the various possibilities of London nightlife.
London’s theatres within the West End as well as on the South Bank tend to be popular. There’s a balanced, modern fringe theatre scene as well, in addition to world-class ballet plus opera within locations like the Royal Opera House, Sadler’s Wells and the Coliseum. London provides an array of theatrical amusement such as theatre, music, humor and thriller.

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It’s a Pop-Up!

The term “pop-up” used to just refer to pop-up books for kids, or pop up displays at dull conferences. Not any more. For the last year or two, London has been held in the thrall of the pop-up event. From pop-up shops, restaurants, bars and theatres, you can get your culture fix in almost any random location in the city! Naturally the only problem is keeping up with where and when the next exciting venue is opening…

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Olympics killing the arts?

Everyone is so delighted that this summer’s Olympic Games are to be held in London, aren’t they? All the people who live outside the capital are just thrilled that all their hard-earned taxes are going to be used to build fancy houses for the athletes and a huge white elephant of a stadium. And those of us who care more about the arts than a few people running and chucking stuff are really losing out this year.

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Toast of New York heads to London

Londoners are going to have a brand new and very exclusive bar to enjoy by November, when one of New York’s hottest venues opens its first UK venue. If you’re a fan of all things bubbly and French, then the classy champagne bar Flute will definitely be right up your street. And you can guarantee that the expensive wine list and strict dress policy will attract more than its fair share of celebrities too! In fact, if your name doesn’t regularly appear in the pages of Hello or Heat magazine, then I wouldn’t even try getting in for the first few weeks – unless you can do a more convincing job than Chantelle and fool them into thinking you’re in an up-and-coming girl band!

Once the fuss has died down and the door staff have started allowing “normal” people through the door, then Flute has got to be worth checking out, if only for its reputation in Manhattan, the home of some of the best bars in the world. It already won a host of New York nightlife awards and is rumoured to be appearing in the next series of ’Sex and the City'– a sure fire sign that any bar or restaurant has made it in New York. If it’s good enough for Carrie Bradshaw then it’s good enough for me!

The only problem is that most of their delicious “menu” is way out of my price range. Champagnes and sparkling wines start at £9 a glass. A glass! You can get two bottles of cheap Cava for less than that at my local supermarket and I have to pay for next year’s caravan insurance. Still, I guess you’re paying for the fabulous décor, the ambience and the slim chance that you might find yourself nursing an expensive glass of Prosecco next to someone who once had a walk-on part in EastEnders…

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The Fashion & Textile Museum in London

The Fashion & Textile Museum in London is a remarkable place, I cam image those studying design, fashion and visual merchandising frequent it often form inspiration. However it can be just as enjoyable to all that visit it as they take a journey through fashions from decades long gone by, incorporating jewellery and all elements of textile.

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Restaurant review: Saf Kensington

There was a time when an expensive, upmarket, elaborate vegan restaurant would have had no place in London. In fact, it would probably have got lost amongst all the others and been labelled progressive and a waste of time. But now, thanks to an elevated understanding of food and culture, London is ready for something new and alternative. And it’s a good thing, because Saf Kensington is proving to be different enough to cause quite a stir…

The place is designed to cater for small groups​and couples ideally, but larger groups may be​accommodated

There was a time when an expensive, upmarket, elaborate vegan restaurant would have had no place in London. In fact, it would probably have got lost amongst all the others and been labelled progressive and a waste of time. But now, thanks to an elevated understanding of food and culture, London is ready for something new and alternative. And it’s a good thing, because Saf Kensington is proving to be different enough to cause quite a stir.

Saf Kensington inhabits the entire first floor of its building in the Whole Foods Market. Situated on the high street in Kensington, it’s the perfect place to be and within convenient distance of various shops and other facilities.

The one reservation some guests have had is about the privacy. In close proximity to such a busy area, it’s unsurprising that noise has been somewhat of an issue for some customers who were looking for a more serene sit down meal. This is obviously not something easily sorted, but who knows what you’ll make of it when you’re there, right? The only way to really know is to book yourself a place and enjoy some raw vegan food and see for yourself what the fuss is about.

In terms of atmosphere, the restaurant is certainly not equivalent to the décor on some Cheap Flights that come in and out of London. In fact, it’s elegant and classy and minimalist: all the things which make eating a pleasant and comfortable experience for all, no matter what their taste.

Who will Saf Kensington suit? Well, anyone who is passing and looking for an intimate space. The place is designed to cater for small groups and couples ideally, but larger groups may be accommodated – give them a ring and see what they say.

In terms of food, the seasonal menu is actually rather daring. But don’t worry, it’s also very affordable at just £10 per head. This is perfect for those who want to see what the fuss is all about before they go in for a larger course which can be quite expensive.

What’s on offer in Saf Kensington? Well, a fair bit. Everything from starters for between £6 and £9, and mains along the lines of risotto. Desserts are naturally also available.

And now onto drink: Saf doesn’t muck about. They serve some great wine, botanical cocktails, and scotch too, as well as some stunning creations which are completely their own devices!

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