It was a frosty Saturday morning and having resisted the overwhelming urge to stay in bed I found myself trekking across London to attend my friend Juliette's new yoga class. Thankfully, I was rewarded for my efforts because when I eventually arrived in London Fields I stumbled upon something oh-so wonderful, just by a lovely twist of serendipity. I was half an hour early and in desperate need of a cuppa when I stepped inside Happy Kitchen, one truly happy haven of a canteen, bakery and pantry all rolled into one.  Read full article

As lovely things to do go, what could be better when it’s cold and damp outside than a whole day of art with the kids? No rules, an unlimited supply of materials, more than enough ideas to keep you going, a wonderfully warm and enthusiastic artist to offer guidance and encouragement, and best of all, someone else doing the clearing up. Well, this is what you get when you attend one of artist Samantha Barnes' fantastic family art days.   Read full article

One of my regular weekly perambulations sees me taking in the delights of St James's Park. If any part of London can deliver an air of pomp and circumstance year round, then it has to be the Royal Park of St James. Here a bowler hat and tightly furled umbrella would never seem out of place.   Read full article