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London: Incredible Cocktails at The Artesian at The Langham

One of the joys of living in London is how many world-class cocktail bars and lounges are on your doorstep. Inspired by a dear friend, I’ve been imbibing at quite a few of them.

On a grey Sunday, a few friends and I stopped into The Artesian at The Langham Hotel in Marylebone. Ranked as one of the top bars in London, we were excited to try the famous cocktails for ourselves.

Fair warning – this is not an inexpensive experience. Drinks on the menu are priced at £17 for alcoholic and £9 for non-alcoholic beverages. But, simple nibbles, including crisps (chips) and nuts are served with. Plus, the venue itself is stunning, making the visit an experience in itself, versus stopping somewhere for an average drink.

Not much of a day drinker, I opted for an Irish Coffee. It was presented beautifully, with an edible swirl stick.

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My friends opted for a mix of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and each one was beautifully presented and delicious.

The Artesian at The Langham Hotel is located at 1C Portland Place in Marylebone. The Artesian does not take reservations and tables are seated on a first-come, first-serve basis. Food is also available to go with your drinks.

I’ll definitely be back!

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London: Hermes Wanderland at The Saatchi Gallery

There’s always something interesting happening in London, and this weekend was no exception. When I heard Hermès was hosting an exhibition at The Saatchi Gallery in Chelsea, I immediately marked it on my calendar. While I am familiar with Hermès, the Wanderland experience presented me with a different side of the brand. Unexpected and experiential, I really enjoyed it.

Hermès Wanderland entrance

Hermès Wanderland entrance

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London: Soaking Up The Sunshine in Hyde Park

I’m incredibly fortunate to be walking distance from so much of central London. Often times this means a good 30-45 minute walk, but on a warm, sunny day, there’s nothing better! Hyde Park offers a range of sights, from long grassy stretches to savor a picnic, or paddle boats along the Serpentine, each stroll in the park can be a new adventure. Here are some snapshots from my weekend stroll.

Green grass and blue skies as far as the eye can see

Green grass and blue skies as far as the eye can see

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Highlights from Easter Weekend In London

Who doesn’t love a good bank holiday weekend!? It’s not common to get two whole days off for Easter in the U.S., so I was determined to enjoy the long weekend.

I arrived in London on Friday morning, jet-lagged and hazy from the Red Eye. Luckily, I made up for my daytime snoozing with plenty of exploring, good food and even a dash of pampering.

So, how did I fare? I’ll let you see for yourself.

Saturday: Strolling In Regent’s Park

What better way to burn the jet lag off than by strolling in my favorite park in London? One of London’s Royal Parks, Regents Park is 395 acres of charming gardens, hedges, lakes and even a few athletic fields for good measure. Although I didn’t venture far, I did spend a little time in the Inner Circle, which is home to the Queen’s Rose Garden. Sadly, no roses yet!

The Regent's Park gates

The Regent’s Park gates

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