BEST EATS
La Martinière
Ice cream (recommended for every day)
Saint Martin location for the most flavor options
Le Chat Botte
Upscale chic, classic
Baleine Bleu
Best spot at 5 o'clock
L’Océan Hotel restaurant
When you've had enough seafood, go for the steak
TOP SHOPS
Bleu Majorelle
Beautiful little boutique for (the best) baskets and caftans
TOWNS
Le Bois Plage
Ars
La Flotte
ARTICLES FOR MORE INSIGHT
Le Bois Plage Market
Cistercian Abbaye des Châteliers
Cycling in Le Bois Plage
La Martinière in Saint Martin
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Buenos Aires is one of those magical cities where you think “I could live here”…and I really could. From the food and wine to the architecture and style, it truly lives up to its name “the Paris of the south" yet with much more sunshine.
GO FOR
The malbec
The beautiful weather
The local boutiques
The nearby estancia getaway
The tango
Estancia Villa Maria
Even if you only have a few days in Buenos Aires, it’s well worth a short drive for a one-night stay at a nearby Estancia.
Accomodation, meals, bicycles, horseback riding and pool lounging are all included Estancia
Room with a view at the Estancia
Farm to table lunch at the Estancia
The stables at Estancia Villa Maria where horseback riding is available for guests
Beyond the lawn chairs enjoy the Estancia's swimming pool
La Mansión at The Four Seasons Buenos Aires
Tango time
They call it the Paris of the south for a reason. Get a certain je n'ais se quoi at Oui Oui
and if you are looking for the best dulce de leche dessert Oui Oui has it
La Recoleta Cemetery
One of the most beautiful cemeteries in the world
The famous crypt of Eva Peron
Puertas cerradas or "closed-door" restaurants are a BA must. Think of them as underground supper clubs in the city where chefs take reservations in their home for small groups of people. Go for some of the city's best food and a very special experience.
Casa Felix
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GO FOR
Hello Brighton
The Vintage Workshop
Rock candy
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TOP SHOPS
Distante
Bookastore
BEST EATS
Koffein
Homa
Manufaktura
Mandarina Cake Shop
MUST SEE SPOTS
Zepter Musem
TRAVEL TIDBITS
HISTORY BUFF
ARTICLES FOR MORE INFO
Room with a view
While you wait for the elevator
The closest I've come living my Mad Men life dreams
Bookshopping off the main street
Manufaktura restaurant
Manufaktura. Getting the bread and kajmak is a must, it's better than butter!
Muzej Zepter Museum
Muzej Zepter Museum
Museum second floor view
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London has become like a second home to me as my beau lives there. We spend a lot of time in East London, where he lives, and like to explore up-and-coming areas, new restaurants and some of the cities oldest pubs! As the city is so vast, I've broken down this guide in two ways: take the visual guide starting in East London, or scroll to the bottom for a guide by category plus additional options. There is a lot, so you will find somewhere fantastic wherever you are. Cheers!
GO FOR
The pubs
The afternoon tea
The English breakfast
The royal history
The vintage shopping
The most charming accents
Stop by Kahaila on Bricklane for coffee and treats before vintage shopping.
Search & Destroy is a must-go to for well-curated vintage from around the world at a reasonable price.
There's a wide variety of vintage furs, classic jeans and denim jackets Search & Destroy.
Blitz is enormous! Go for anything and everything vintage.
Lyle's is one of my favorites, particularly for the bread, but all of the food is incredible. Located in Shoreditch, it's a great place for dinner after a long day of shopping.
THIS is the bread at Lyle's.
If you are looking to venture (far) east, head to Limehouse for one of the oldest bars in London and to wander the canals.
The Grapes, est. 1583.
Columbia Road flower market is one of my favorite places on a Sunday. This market has everything at a remarkable price. It's an experience in itself. Note only open on Sundays (year round). If you're staying on the East end, rent a bike to get there!
Accessorizing at the Columbia Road flower market.
The market has what seems like hundreds of flower stalls along with coffee shops and boutiques.
Endless options at the market
End your day on the east side at Sager + Wilde. Go for the pasta happy hour from 5pm-7pm. I need not say more.
Start at Howling Hawks brewery in Hackney, around the corner from CRATE, another favorite. You are sure to get your brewery tour fix at both. Oh! and CRATE has fantastic wood-fired pizza.
Billy Smokes is another great Hackney spot for BBQ.
Another day, another English breakfast. This one is homemade! Should you not have an English chef at hand, try Caravan
Start off in Central/West London with the first stop at Liberty London.
Liberty London is one of the most charming, well-edited department stores in the city.
Oh hey! Don't forget to look up from your guide; the best part about London is its charming streets.
Stop in Brasserie Zedel for a quick crossaint and coffee.
Meader in Mayfair as you spend the day shopping
Classic photo opp in Mayfair.
Nopi is the chicest place for brunch in Soho
Stop here for Neal's Yard Remedies - some of London's best beauty and wellness products!
Riding House Cafe is one of London's best brunch spots. Go there for the comfy boots, retro vibes and delicious food.
Emma Hyacinth in Central London has fabulous shoes for great prices. These furry flats have become a wardrobe staple.
Andrew Edmunds is a quaint, romantic spot for dinner.
Just like the original in Paris, Frenchie Covent Garden is just as chic.
Quaint homes in Maida Vale.
Absolutely love The Prince Alfred pub in Maida Vale.
Megan's has a great outdoor patio for warm weather.
London views.
Wander the Little Venice canal area.
Venture to North London if you're feeling nostalgic. Bloomsbury Bowling has a 1950s American feel.
Go here for beer, cheap food (including chicken wings) and bowling, of course.
When you tire of bowling, head to the pool table at Bloomsbury Bowling to end your night.
If you've seen enough of London, not to worry, you are only two hours away from Paris. Hop on the Eurostar at St. Pancreas station heading to Paris Gare du Nord. Stop for lunch in King's Cross before you go.
GUIDE BY CATEGORY + ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
WEST/CENTRAL-ISH LONDON
EATS
Troubadour Restaurant
Brasserie Zedel Cafe
Thomas Cubbit Pub
Andrew Edmunds Restaurant
Megan's Restaurant
Riding House Cafe Brunch
Bocca Di Lupo Restaurant
Claridges High tea
Charlotte Street Hotel Drinks
Frenchie Restaurant
Clos Maggiore Restaurant
Chiltern Firehouse Restaurant
Gordon's Wine Bar Wine
EAST-ISH LONDON
EATS
Merchants Tavern Restaurant
Home Slice Gourmet pizza take out
The Narrow Gordon Ramsey Restaurant
Happiness Forgets Speakeasy in Hoxton Square
TOP SHOPS
Persephone Books
Daunt Books
Emma Hyacinth Shoes
Neal's Yard Beauty
Whistles Clothing
FAVORITE SPOTS
Columbia Flower Market
Primrose Hill
The Tate Modern
The London Design Musem
The West End For theater
Search & Destroy For vintage shopping
The Breakfast Club. All time favorite. There’s a few in the city. This one is in Borough market
when in Paris...
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This hidden gem, will not be unknown for long.
GO FOR
The crystal clear waters
The fresh fish
The ultimate escape
The Island life
The sight of every star in the sky
