Opinion: Paris city guide

Sacre Coeur, Montmartre

Paris - city of love, city of light and so much more.   For my suggestions on where to stay and something different to do - from Michelin starred dining, macaroon cooking class to a Lanvin satin kimono at the hairdressers, click here.  Bisous x

Review: Degas and the Ballet exhibition

Little Dancer Aged Fourteen, Image copyright Tate

Degas and the Ballet - Picturing Movement
Royal Academy of Arts, London
From 17 September until 11 December 2011

Not all Bankers are bad, after all Degas was the eldest son of a banker, and his intention was to become a lawyer.  He didn't exactly apply himself to the study of law but did apply himself to drawing, sketching, sculpting and painting.

For my review of this exhibition, click here

Opinion: Top 5 Italian restaurants

From the kitchen of Locanda Locatelli

"Leave the Gun, Take the Cannoli" (from The Godfather).

Italians take their food seriously, as do I.  For my top picks of Italian food, click here

Review: The Kitchen

Bruce Myers (Marango), Craige Els (Nicholas) from The Kitchen

Chef teaches actors to cook in a theatre production.

‘The Kitchen’ piqued my interest when I read that Jeremy Lee, Head Chef of the Blueprint Café was asked to coach the actors to cook. I was keen to see how this would unfold on stage.

For my full review, click here

Opinion: Top 5 Brunches

Megan's - Kings Road

I don't get out to enjoy brunch that often so when I do, I want to make it worth my while. 

For my weekend brunch suggestions from traditional full English to downunder Aussie BRAT sandwich - click here

Review: Hollywood Glamour Portraits

Rock Hudson for Lover Comes Back, 1961 by Leo Fuchs © Leo Fuchs

Glamour of the Gods:  Hollywood Portraits
Photographs from the John Kobal Foundation
National Portrait Gallery, until 23 October 2011

If you love photographs and in particular, vintage black and white photos of Hollywood Stars from yesteryear then head to the National Portrait Gallery for this exhibition.  It's beautiful and exquisite.  For my full review, click here

Opinion: Weekend Health Retreats

Got that grey, lethargic, bloated feeling?

 Maybe it's time to recharge with a weekend away to detox, do some yoga or

just find some quiet me-time in country surrounds

For some suggestions - click here

Opinion: Top 5 Afternoon Teas

Pret-a-Portea Afternoon Tea at The Berkeley

Since living in London, I’ve become enamoured with afternoon tea, a quintessential English tradition. 

For my top 5 picks of afternoon teas in London, click here

For my interview with Head Pastry Chef at The Berkeley, click here

Opinion: Refreshing Country Walks

Make the most of the last days of Summer and head out of London

to get some fresh air and go for a walk.

For some suggestions where to go - click here