The Block Blog
September Notes
I've loved getting back into the swing of things this month. After a slow summer recovering from surgery I'm so glad to be feeling better and back into my normal...
Villa's of Rome
Rome and the surrounding countryside are dotted with villas that tell the story of power, art, and leisure across the centuries. In antiquity, emperors like Hadrian built sprawling estates as...
A Guide to Jane Austen's Peak District
This corner of England has been romanticised long before Jane Austen used the Derbyshire hills as the backdrop of Pemberly in Pride and Prejudice well over 200 years ago. The...
A Mini Pastry Safari - Mayfair to Soho
One of my dear friends had a milestone birthday in June I wanted to plan something fun, memorable, and most importantly, delicious, to celebrate. What I came up with was...
July Journal
July has been a whirlwind (I feel like I say this every month and perhaps I need to figure out how to plan a calm month- is that even possible?!)...
A Guide to Gaudi's Barcelona
A pioneering Catalan architect of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Antoni Gaudí left an indelible mark on Spain's architectural landscape with his distinctive style and innovative approach. His...
Witchy London
Between 1542 and 1736, approximately 1,000 people were executed for witchcraft in England, 90% of whom were marginalised or unpopular women such as widows, single women, and the elderly.
Doughnuts of London
From traditional jam doughnuts to more creative and modern flavours, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Here are a few of the best places to get doughnuts in London…
China Town!
As a teenage I spent two summers in China with my family while my father was working there. We were in Beijing and I can still remember so many of...
London Conversation with Jennifer Earle
Jennifer Earle is host of the podcast @thenextdeliciousthing founder of @chocolatetours and all around lovely person. Her passion for food shines through and when you talk with you it is...
London's Best Ice Cream Shops
For a country that prides itself it is dairy, it is no wonder that we are spoiled for choice when it comes to ice cream options here in London.
Royal London
London is abuzz with preparations for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee next week. To celebrate I've updated my Royal London map to include some of the Queen's personal favourite shops.
Scientific London
Some of the world's most famous scientists have called London home. From Newton to Darwin and Franklin to Fleming, the discoveries and advancements to science that have been made in...
Spooky Hampstead Walk
Hampstead feels like a world away from the hustle and bustle of London. Walking the winding streets and charming alleys of Hampstead Village feels like no time has passed since...