Here he is eating an ice cube (one of many), after a very hot summer's day.
Kudos Panch! Xx
Dylan
29.6.11
Pancho ice ice baby
Here is a picture of my beloved Pancho Villa-Holt, the pug.
Here he is eating an ice cube (one of many), after a very hot summer's day.
Kudos Panch! Xx
Dylan
Here he is eating an ice cube (one of many), after a very hot summer's day.
Kudos Panch! Xx
Dylan
27.6.11
The Museum of Brands
I love the Museum of Brands. I know it might not be on most tour guides, but it is a MUST if ever in London.
Located in the heart of Notting Hill, the museum features brands and their packaging, posters and adverts. The museum is run by Robert Opie, a collector, who saw the potential of collecting multiple things in order to tell a story.
The Museum of Brands makes its visitors aware of the history of marketing and consumer culture; demonstrating that in the same way brands change, we change with them and viceversa.
Their current exhibitions are:
'Packaging a Sustainable Future', which features the story of recycled materials and how packaging has evolved through history.
Another current exhibition is 'Spring Wartime Gardening Guide', which talks about how back in WWII, the use of meagre resources was required due to the lack of labour and other resources.
I always find these kind of places interesting. Unlike an average museum, this place gives visitors a chance to see history through a different perspective, the perspective of Tetrapak or TinCans.
Kudos Museum of Brands!
xx
Located in the heart of Notting Hill, the museum features brands and their packaging, posters and adverts. The museum is run by Robert Opie, a collector, who saw the potential of collecting multiple things in order to tell a story.
The Museum of Brands makes its visitors aware of the history of marketing and consumer culture; demonstrating that in the same way brands change, we change with them and viceversa.
Their current exhibitions are:
'Packaging a Sustainable Future', which features the story of recycled materials and how packaging has evolved through history.
Another current exhibition is 'Spring Wartime Gardening Guide', which talks about how back in WWII, the use of meagre resources was required due to the lack of labour and other resources.
I always find these kind of places interesting. Unlike an average museum, this place gives visitors a chance to see history through a different perspective, the perspective of Tetrapak or TinCans.
Kudos Museum of Brands!
xx
The Albion and all of its Greatness..
There is nothing better than finding a good summer pub. A pub with a nice-looking terrace, a seasonal menu and sufficient pitchers for Pimm's. I hate when they run out, trust me, it happens..
Being a proud citizen of the borough of Islington, I am happy to promote local places. This time I chose the Albion.
The Albion is a hidden gem in Islington. It is extremely old, yet beautiful. This pub is so popular it has already won the Observer Food Monthly Award in 2009 and made the cut for the Guardian's 'Best pubs in the UK' list.
What makes the Albion special is its food to share. I love big portions, so if you are going out as a family or with a big group of friends or relatives, the Albion is definitely the place to go.
Also, its terrace makes the perfect spot to hang out on a sunny summer's day. Trust me, it is like a fairy tale.
10 Thornhill Road
London
N1 1HW
Kudos Albion!
xx
Being a proud citizen of the borough of Islington, I am happy to promote local places. This time I chose the Albion.
The Albion is a hidden gem in Islington. It is extremely old, yet beautiful. This pub is so popular it has already won the Observer Food Monthly Award in 2009 and made the cut for the Guardian's 'Best pubs in the UK' list.
What makes the Albion special is its food to share. I love big portions, so if you are going out as a family or with a big group of friends or relatives, the Albion is definitely the place to go.
Also, its terrace makes the perfect spot to hang out on a sunny summer's day. Trust me, it is like a fairy tale.
10 Thornhill Road
London
N1 1HW
Kudos Albion!
xx
Remembering 'The Nanny'
I hate summer TV breaks. I hate the bad TV choices, and even though there are a couple of good shows out there at the moment (True Blood for example) I had to turn back to the past and find a solution.
I have started to watch The Nanny again.
The Nanny was aired between 1993 and 1999. It features Fran Drescher (one of my favourites) as a woman from Queens who takes aa job as a nanny for the three children of a Broadway producer.
The show is full of laughs and guest appearances for example, the late Elizabeth Taylor amongst many others.
I find it fun to watch because the episodes are only 20 min, which makes it perfect to watch in between activities or you can do it my way, with a weekend marathon. Of course, the weather in London is so good right now that I don't think many are up for watching TV..
Anyway, keep it as a Xmas solution. I love The Nanny.
Kudos Xx
I have started to watch The Nanny again.
The Nanny was aired between 1993 and 1999. It features Fran Drescher (one of my favourites) as a woman from Queens who takes aa job as a nanny for the three children of a Broadway producer.
The show is full of laughs and guest appearances for example, the late Elizabeth Taylor amongst many others.
I find it fun to watch because the episodes are only 20 min, which makes it perfect to watch in between activities or you can do it my way, with a weekend marathon. Of course, the weather in London is so good right now that I don't think many are up for watching TV..
Anyway, keep it as a Xmas solution. I love The Nanny.
Kudos Xx
19.6.11
Skates. Skating..
Lets talk about roller skates. They are fun, difficult to use, but always pretty.
Nowadays, roller skates give an air of 'vintage' but to me it's more like remembering my mother's good old days.
I want to skate, but first I need a suitable pair of roller skates to complete my outfit.
I found three options, one better than the next. I want them all!
Nowadays, roller skates give an air of 'vintage' but to me it's more like remembering my mother's good old days.
I want to skate, but first I need a suitable pair of roller skates to complete my outfit.
I found three options, one better than the next. I want them all!
TFL: Unknown Collection
2Transport for London has always been one for artie stuff. They love to put poetry quotes on the buses, show pictures of transport from the early 20th century, and lets not forget the ever so popular tube stations across London. Tottenham Court Road for example, with its mosaics, and Oval with its Cricket deco.
Now, it is time for the unknown. TFL's Unknown Collection is an exhibition showcasing unknown artists, and forgotten collections of drawings, photographs, paintings and even full portfolios!
I think it's great that these pieces get to be showcased. It gives the audience an opportunity to interpret each work of art on their own way, or to wonder who the artist was and what was he/she thinking when he/she came up with that work.
Go and check it out, and don't forget that TFL now has a shop. I don't know if it's a new thing or an old thing, but you can now purchase all the London Transport memorabilia you want!
Kudos TFL
xx
Now, it is time for the unknown. TFL's Unknown Collection is an exhibition showcasing unknown artists, and forgotten collections of drawings, photographs, paintings and even full portfolios!
I think it's great that these pieces get to be showcased. It gives the audience an opportunity to interpret each work of art on their own way, or to wonder who the artist was and what was he/she thinking when he/she came up with that work.
Go and check it out, and don't forget that TFL now has a shop. I don't know if it's a new thing or an old thing, but you can now purchase all the London Transport memorabilia you want!
Kudos TFL
xx
SENNA
Braveheart took me to the Screen on the Green to watch SENNA, a documentary about the life and death of Formula 1 Brazilian driver Ayrton Senna.
Trust me, I know zero about Formula 1, and even less about cars and racing, but I have no words to express how much I liked this documentary.
It is easy to watch, it has incredible footage, and most importantly, it portrays the life of someone who was a beautiful human being. Not only was he a racer, he also loved his country, Brazil (who doesn't) and helped to raise awareness about children poverty and education.
I highly recommend it. Watch it! Watch it! Watch it!
Kudos Senna.
xx
Trust me, I know zero about Formula 1, and even less about cars and racing, but I have no words to express how much I liked this documentary.
It is easy to watch, it has incredible footage, and most importantly, it portrays the life of someone who was a beautiful human being. Not only was he a racer, he also loved his country, Brazil (who doesn't) and helped to raise awareness about children poverty and education.
I highly recommend it. Watch it! Watch it! Watch it!
xx
ShiteShirts.com
If you thought Lady Gags was eccentric, you ain't seen nothing yet!
My beloved flatmate, let's call him 'Braveheart' because he is Scottish and handsome.
Braveheart left this weekend for a Stag Party, and he showed me the gift he was going to present to the groom, and well.. see it for yourselves.
Braveheart showed me a website called Shite Shirts.com, where basically, they make a personalised 'Shirt' for whoever wants to buy them. The occasions vary between Stag nights, birthdays, etc.
The trick is, no shirt is the same, because well, they use different pieces of fabric, creating the most Anti Fashion shirts I have ever seen.
Anti fashion doesn't necessarily mean bad, it just means, different, and well, special..
Have a look at their website, they have a photo gallery and everything! Poor groom, I wonder what he thought of his present? Guess Braveheart will bring the pics when he's back.
Kudos ShiteShirt! You Rock!
Braveheart, you are a legend..
My beloved flatmate, let's call him 'Braveheart' because he is Scottish and handsome.
Braveheart left this weekend for a Stag Party, and he showed me the gift he was going to present to the groom, and well.. see it for yourselves.
Braveheart showed me a website called Shite Shirts.com, where basically, they make a personalised 'Shirt' for whoever wants to buy them. The occasions vary between Stag nights, birthdays, etc.
The trick is, no shirt is the same, because well, they use different pieces of fabric, creating the most Anti Fashion shirts I have ever seen.
Anti fashion doesn't necessarily mean bad, it just means, different, and well, special..
Have a look at their website, they have a photo gallery and everything! Poor groom, I wonder what he thought of his present? Guess Braveheart will bring the pics when he's back.
Kudos ShiteShirt! You Rock!
Braveheart, you are a legend..
Stationery Anybody?
I am a Wh%r$.. sorry, an 'easy woman' when it comes to buying stuff at Paperchase. I am sorry, but there is no other place for stationery. Nada, Zero. Only my beloved Paperchase. Too bad one of my mates doesn't work there anymore because thanks to her I have more post-its than I can count and an endless collection of notepads that I will probably never fill, but they still look stylish sitting on my desk.
Browsing for Stationery can be exhausting, but I have finally chosen my next additions. Have a look.
This Household Organiser is Incredible! I know, you might think you don't need it, but if you are as OCD as I am, trust me, you need it. At least it helps to keep track of your shopping and other tasks to be done in your home. The design is very 'Housewife' but don't we all have one inside?
These 'I <3 Travel' Bookmarks remind me how much I love to go around and seeing the world. They work as 'motivation'. You look at them, you wanna travel!
Sorry Paperchase, but in no way these 'Chihuahuas' look like dogs, to me they look more like deer, like little, cute Bambis. That is the only reason why I like it. It is so feminine and pretty. I wonder who came up with this pattern?
This notebook has a face. A pretty face. Made for all the pretty girls with pretty faces. I love it.
Finally, on a more 'modern' approach, I chose this pencil case. The design is very 70s don't you think? Perfect for graphic designers, artists and of course, musicians. I thik musicians should buy this pencil case because those shapes say 'music' in my eyes.
Kudos Paperchase! I love you!
xx
Browsing for Stationery can be exhausting, but I have finally chosen my next additions. Have a look.
This Household Organiser is Incredible! I know, you might think you don't need it, but if you are as OCD as I am, trust me, you need it. At least it helps to keep track of your shopping and other tasks to be done in your home. The design is very 'Housewife' but don't we all have one inside?
These 'I <3 Travel' Bookmarks remind me how much I love to go around and seeing the world. They work as 'motivation'. You look at them, you wanna travel!
Sorry Paperchase, but in no way these 'Chihuahuas' look like dogs, to me they look more like deer, like little, cute Bambis. That is the only reason why I like it. It is so feminine and pretty. I wonder who came up with this pattern?
This notebook has a face. A pretty face. Made for all the pretty girls with pretty faces. I love it.
Finally, on a more 'modern' approach, I chose this pencil case. The design is very 70s don't you think? Perfect for graphic designers, artists and of course, musicians. I thik musicians should buy this pencil case because those shapes say 'music' in my eyes.
Kudos Paperchase! I love you!
xx
Watermelon and Tequila Agua Fresca!
Sadly for us londoners, the weather has been terrible. It makes me sad to think about all of those lucky enough to escape for a few days to 'Paradise Beach'.. suckers..
For us who have to stay, I have found a delish recipe with two of my favourite things: Watermelon and Tequila.
Agua fresca is the Spanish term for 'Fresh Water' and as the name describes it, it is cold water with fruit juices.
Follow this recipe and enjoy. If we are lucky the weather might improve andwho knows, you can get your relatives drunk at a Sunday BBQ, or if you are on holiday, go to the nearest supermarket, plus I am sure you can find better watermelons anywhere but England!
xx Enjoy!
Ingredients:
1 small seedless watermelon
8 cups water
1 1/2 cups of sugar
1 ounce of fresh lime juice
Pinch of salt
Ice Cubes
6 Shots Blanco Tequila
Preparation:
Cut watermelon into quarters and place in the blender. Add 1/2 cup of water to the blender to avoid clogging, and scoop the flesh of two of the watermelon quarters into the blender.
Add half of the sugar and half of the lime juice and blend until smooth.
Pour the puree into a 1 gallon jar or punch bowl. Add another 1/2 cup of water along with the remaining watermelon flesh, sugar and lime juice to the blender and blend again.
Add the remaining 7 cups of water to the punch and stir well to dissolve the sugar. Ladle into 6 ice-filled glasses. Top each glass off with a shot of Tequila.
Stir and serve.
Kudos Tequila!!
xx
For us who have to stay, I have found a delish recipe with two of my favourite things: Watermelon and Tequila.
Agua fresca is the Spanish term for 'Fresh Water' and as the name describes it, it is cold water with fruit juices.
Follow this recipe and enjoy. If we are lucky the weather might improve andwho knows, you can get your relatives drunk at a Sunday BBQ, or if you are on holiday, go to the nearest supermarket, plus I am sure you can find better watermelons anywhere but England!
xx Enjoy!
Ingredients:
1 small seedless watermelon
8 cups water
1 1/2 cups of sugar
1 ounce of fresh lime juice
Pinch of salt
Ice Cubes
6 Shots Blanco Tequila
Preparation:
Cut watermelon into quarters and place in the blender. Add 1/2 cup of water to the blender to avoid clogging, and scoop the flesh of two of the watermelon quarters into the blender.
Add half of the sugar and half of the lime juice and blend until smooth.
Pour the puree into a 1 gallon jar or punch bowl. Add another 1/2 cup of water along with the remaining watermelon flesh, sugar and lime juice to the blender and blend again.
Add the remaining 7 cups of water to the punch and stir well to dissolve the sugar. Ladle into 6 ice-filled glasses. Top each glass off with a shot of Tequila.
Stir and serve.
Kudos Tequila!!
xx
4.6.11
Souvenir Fashion.
London is a huge city, full of wonderful entertainment that satisfies even the most demanding of tourists. From great museums to musicals and great nightlife, London has Everything to offer. It's no surprise that the centre is always crowded with tourists, let's face it, people love it!
Well, I recently discovered that our beloved tourists have a huge advantage: Souvenir Fashion.
What does 'Souvenir Fashion' means?
It means that some of the 'souvenirs' we buy around London make great fashion pieces that are very original and sometimes exclusive, like buying accessories from a specific exhibition, or show.
Here are some of the best pieces I found out there,
Kudos! xx
Well, I recently discovered that our beloved tourists have a huge advantage: Souvenir Fashion.
What does 'Souvenir Fashion' means?
It means that some of the 'souvenirs' we buy around London make great fashion pieces that are very original and sometimes exclusive, like buying accessories from a specific exhibition, or show.
Here are some of the best pieces I found out there,
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| Sherlock Holmes hat from 'The Sherlock Holmes Museum' |
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| Tote from Westminster Abbey |
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| Artist badge from Tate Modern |
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| Tourist T-Shirt from Tate Modern |
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| Pencil rings/ bracelets from Tate Modern |
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| T-Shirt from Abbey Road Studios |
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| Tote from Tate Modern |
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| Untitled necklace Tatty Devine for Tate Modern |
Bye Bye Katherine Jenkins, there's a new B%$^ in Town!
I am speechless. How come I haven't heard of her before?
Garden/Terrace Shop-a-holic
I found some cool accessories to adorn gardens and terraces everywhere. Not only are they pretty, but also very trendy and cheap.
First, I came across this lovely birthday present. It is chilli seeds in a little bag. The presentation is quite modern, which makes it a very cool and different birthday present and also a lovely summer plant to look after. If you need some chilli sauce recipes, let me know.
This beautiful picnic basket is from Butlers. It comes equipped with anything you might need to have a successful getaway to Hampstead Heath and have a picnic. Yei!
This flowerpot is from Butlers as well. I chose the picture of the pink one, but they have a range with different designs and colours. The reason why these must be purchased is because with one or two of these in your terrace or garden, the whole atmosphere will change. I love the vintage look and the femininity.
Last but not least, for all my smokers out there, Urban Outfitters has found a trendy solution to ashes and buds. The 'Fire Bucket Ashtray'. How cool is this? I alredy have my own, sitting outside my balcony and let me tell you, it looks so good I want to buy a second one for the other corner.
Kudos! xx
First, I came across this lovely birthday present. It is chilli seeds in a little bag. The presentation is quite modern, which makes it a very cool and different birthday present and also a lovely summer plant to look after. If you need some chilli sauce recipes, let me know.
This beautiful picnic basket is from Butlers. It comes equipped with anything you might need to have a successful getaway to Hampstead Heath and have a picnic. Yei!
This flowerpot is from Butlers as well. I chose the picture of the pink one, but they have a range with different designs and colours. The reason why these must be purchased is because with one or two of these in your terrace or garden, the whole atmosphere will change. I love the vintage look and the femininity.
Last but not least, for all my smokers out there, Urban Outfitters has found a trendy solution to ashes and buds. The 'Fire Bucket Ashtray'. How cool is this? I alredy have my own, sitting outside my balcony and let me tell you, it looks so good I want to buy a second one for the other corner.
Kudos! xx
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