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The Nag’s Head, Covent Garden: Eating my way through London
Nestled just a stone’s throw from Covent Garden Tube Station, The Nag’s Head is a charming Victorian pub with a rich history dating back to 1670. Though the current building was rebuilt in 1900, it retains the character and warmth of a classic London pub. A Cosy Dining Experience in Central London One of the standout features of The Nag’s Head is its upstairs dining room, a peaceful retreat from the bustling bar downstairs. During my visit, the dining room was fairly quiet, making it an ideal escape on a cold winter evening. It’s a great choice if you’re looking for a relaxing meal away from the crowds of Covent…
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Eating My Way Through London: Afternoon Tea at Ladurée, Covent Garden
Ladurée Covent Garden is renowned for its exquisite French pastries and delicate macarons, which take center stage in its afternoon tea menu. Ladurée originate in Paris, where they started out baking their famous double-decker macarons in 1862. They’ve since shipped them all over the world, with cute little shops popping up everywhere. I wanted to plan an afternoon tea to celebrate a special occasion and the afternoon tea at Ladurée seemed perfect. I am a lover of French cuisine, so embraced the opportunity to enjoy a quintessentially English past-time with a French twist. I also liked the fact that the vibe was more low-key than other afternoon teas I was…
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The Barbary, Covent Garden
Being labelled ‘the best restaurant in London’ gives The Barbary in Neal’s Yard a lot to live up to. The little sister of established London eatery The Palomar, the restaurant takes its inspiration from the Barbary coast. Dinner at is a unique dining experience. 24 non- bookable seats surround the bar, whilst the food is cooked to glorious perfection as diners look on. Eating out at makes you feel like you’re hanging out at the coolest joint in town. It is one of those restaurants that you don’t know what to expect until you get there. Its menu reflects the former Barbary Coast (Morocco, Algeria, Libya and Tunisia) and throws…
