Sunday Nights at the Shard

The Shard
32 London Bridge St
SE1 9SG

As 2015 was drawing to a close, it was time for another meet up with my bookclub girls, to review our 2015 achievements and stretch ourselves with 2016 goals.

On Sunday evening, we headed to Oblix Lounge and Bar on the 32 floor of The Shard. 
Wait - we know what you're thinking.. with The Shard famous for its panoramic views of London, being the tallest building in London and home to the Shangri-La Hotel charing £1000+ per night for a room - the lounge must charge a fortune to eat. Wrong!

Quarter Life Crisis - Exhale

Yes, Quarter (25years)

I was particularly taken aback, when whilst on a hunt for the perfect 25th Birthday Card for my friends birthday (first of many) there were no cards to mark, what for us, was a momentous occasion.

Maybe 25th Birthdays weren't so special after all? Can't be! If not, why were so many of us having quarter life crisises?

Autumn Press

Hubbard and Bell
199 - 206 High Holborn
London WC1V 7BW

The message of eating and drinking clean has been pumped into us over the last 5 years, and once the juice craze poured over from the states, it became a lot more realistic to enjoy our ‘5 a day’. With all its health benefits, juicing has surely become one of the many ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle without relying solely on exercise or drastic diets plans.

Middle Eastern Europe

Hakkasan Hanway
8 Hanway Place
London, W1T 1HD

Looking back over our foodie experiences; spending our 1^st birthday at Hakkasan was definitely a highlight so we were delighted to be invited back to celebrate the launch of their new opening in Greece.

#FestivalLife

Taste of London Festival
Regents Park
NW1 4NR

Festival season is well and truly upon us and with all the great acts performing across the country, our favourite headliner is without a doubt, always ‘FOOD’.

I'm at Joe Allen's

13 Exeter Street, London WC2E 7DT

In continuation from last weeks post, this month’s #nationalburgermonth post comes from dining at Joe Allen. This underground hideaway is located in between some of London’s most infamous theatres and is well known for pre or post theatre dinner. With just a small sign poking out from the brickwork, Joe Allen ushers its diners into a 1950’s theatrical eatery, with pictures of well known actors, actresses and stage characters.

Kua 'Aina Mami

Kua 'Aina
40 Goodge Street, W1T 2QP

So for the next 3 weeks, it’s burgers only on the menu in aid of #Nationalburgermonth and what better way to get things started than to head to one of the worlds most picturesque paradises, Hawaii.

S K B

Soho Kitchen and Bar
19-21 Old Compton Street
London
W1D 5JJ

Now that Jamelia's in NYC, my foodie dates have become awfully lonely but a good meal in and of itself is always great company (no shade Jam). This week however, I headed to a spot in one of London’s most thriving and diverse situations, Soho. Soho Kitchen and Bar, located along the iconic Old Compton Street, this Soho House owned buzzing restaurant is an ideal spot for after work. Tonight’s date alongside dinner, is mi Madre.

WOM takes NYC

LDN | NYC

WordOfMouthLDN has been on quite the journey this past year, we’ve really started to uncover some of London’s gems by travelling on a virtual holiday, tasting the many flavours of the globe.

Booster Seat

A high street or shopping centre near you..

Staying on the clean streak, this weeks bitesize post deals with ‘drinking clean’.

While the importance of healthy living is being drilled into us more intensely, the cost (financially) is not as enticing. 

Cheap n Cheerful!

Vital Ingredient
Butternut, Lentil 
and Spinach Soup

Working in the city, lunchtime goes one of two ways: either you are REALLY excited for lunch and can’t wait to try somewhere new, or you are utterly bored of the repetitive options.

Elusive Exclusive

Lobster Kitchen
111 Great Russell Street
WC1B 3NQ

This week I really fancied lobster, and lobster specifically. Not seafood – lobster! The obvious choice is Burger and Lobster, one of the only places in London you can pay £20 for a full lobster but going against the norm is always fun right? 

Every'ting' Irie!

16 The High Street,
Ealing
W5 5DB

So it's a Saturday, time for a bi-monthly catch up with some girlfriends. The weather outside is cold, miserable and on an empty stomach I too was feeling the exact same way.

Stuck on where to eat, being the foodie of the group I suggested we try out Turtle Bay following a recommendation from Alex of All4Thoughts.  

Thank you 2014; Hey There 2015!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

2014 was an insighful and eye opening year for us. The opening chapters of WordOfMouthLDN have taken us on a world tour without the jet lag, exploring the capital in search of the best restaurants and dining experiences for people just like us (you!).

Try The Chai

At a Costa near you...

With winter well and truly here, there is no doubt that eating clean is getting increasingly harder and carbs are becoming more and more desirable. 

Taste of Turkey

Gokyuzu
26 - 28 Grand Palace
Green Lanes
N4 1LG

Last weekend was kick started with a surprise birthday dinner at one of the many restaurants making up North London's very own 'little Turkey’ (Hornsey Green Lanes) - Gokyuzu.

Green Lanes is full of Mediterranean restaurants that, to the uninformed eye all look the same; therefore once you've tried one, you assume you've tried them all.  Having eaten at another restaurant on this same strip, which was mediocre, it was safe to say that expectations were not particularly high.

"If It Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It"

ME London
336-337 The Strand,
London WC2R 1HA

As the saying goes, “If it aint broke, don’t fix it” and Afternoon Tea at ME London is exactly that. With their delicate and seasonal array of sandwiches, teas and sweet treats, it’s hard to stay away.

Yes, darling.. it's all about ME

ME London
336-337 The Strand, 

London WC2R 1HA

Tea for two please? 

Welcomed by the breathtaking pure cream décor and ushered into the futuristic lobby area, the careful yet effortless preparation of our table showed the standards of ME – seamless execution.  

'I Got 5 On It'

Zumbura
36a Old Town
Clapham
London
SW4 0LB

Comfortably cushioned between a range of brunch spots, cafes and coffee shops, Zumbara entices passer bys with its open plan provincial Asian design. Minimalistic in its decoration, the fresh feel of the restaurant is enhanced by the outdoor seating area which on a sunny day, seamlessly pours into indoor seating sealed off by the solid wooden cocktail bar.

You Greedy Cow!

Greedy Cow
2 Grove Road
London, E3 5AX

Having made some new friends at another Natural Hair Event in East London (held by Mane Divas), it was a prime opportunity to merge our passion for food whilst getting to know new people! 

Greedy Cow is a compact pub/bistro style restaurant with a casual feel, discretely tucked away by Mile End station.