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"đłđČđżâïžđđđ±The Sky Garden at 20 Fenchurch Street is a unique public space that spans three storeys and offers 360 degree uninterrupted views across the City of London. Visitors can wander around the exquisitely landscaped gardens, observation decks and an open air terrace of what is London's highest public gardenđČđłđŽđ±đâïžđż #skygarden #london #beautiful #views #restaurant #stunning #londonbridge #bigben #toweroflondon #theshard #mustsee. A post shared by Life FR (@life_fr_) on Jan 2, 2018 at 10:22am PST"
"The view from Rafael Viñolyâs Sky Garden, also known as the Walkie-Talkie building, is unlike any other in the city. From here you can survey Londonâs ever-growing sprawl with the city stretching up to the north, Tower Bridge and the Shard to the south, and Canary Wharf to the east. Itâs free to explore the towerâs three stories of landscaped public gardens, but make sure to book in advance."
"From creating a nitro ice cream parlour in Camden to collaborating with Cadbury to create a Creme Egg Sundae, Chin Chin know how to make weird and wacky ice creams. But itâs their Soho joint that we love, where they mix luxe chocolate and caramel flavour ice-creams with cakes, cookies and ice-cream sandwiches. Thereâs always a bunch of toppings and sauces to pick from, and with a wide variety of vegan options as well, thereâs something for everyone here."
"For truly breathtaking ice-cream creations, head on down to Chin Chin. This little dessert spot is famous for its extravagant flavors (you can find things like meringue pie and tonka bean on the menu!), and you can even grab a signature hot chocolate if you want something to enjoy on the go. Such a great option if youâre looking for the best desserts in London."
"Restaurants Vegetarian Camden Market. They say:âEuropeâs firstliquid nitrogen ice-cream parlour.â. The sweet stuff: Cherry pie and chocolate cookier but the main event is the kits for creating you own nitrogen ice cream."
"This sister-owned Soho bakery looks sweet, but isn't saccahrine. Using no more sugar and fat than they need, their inventive and joyfully decorated offerings are delicately, carefully flavoured. Cutter & Squidgeâs Dream Cakes make for jaw dropping centrepieces for your big celebration, or can also be enjoyed by the slice in house â the Lychee Kiss is an elegant flavour trio of lychee, raspberry and rose."
"From show stopping dripped cakes to the glossiest salted caramel weâve ever seen, Cutter & Squidge is the bakery to go to if youâre in need of a special birthday treat or serious âIâm sorryâ gift. All products are made with 100% natural products and as little sugar as possible â donât worry, they still taste devilishly sweet. Where:Various locationsWebsite:www.cutterandsquidge.com"
"A Biskie is a sandwiched dessert thatâs essentially a cross between a cake and a cookie and is filled with cream or other ingredients. You can find Biskies only at Cutter and Squidge, a cute little bakery with locations in Soho and Bank. Their Salted Caramel Biskie is award winning and if youâre vegan or GF youâll still find delicious options to choose from."
"As well as running a string of neon-lit, cafe-bars across the capital, Grind boasts its very own coffee roastery in Elephant & Castle. If youâre missing your coffee fix â or your espresso martini one for that matter â Grindâs organic coffee is available to order through its online shop. Arriving either in a fetching baby pink tin or as refill packets (for which subscriptions are available, starting from ÂŁ9.95 with the code GETSTARTED), Grind offers whole beans, ground, or in compostable Nespresso-compatible pods."
"White Cityâs gentrification was assured when Soho House opened the doors to its West London outpost in 2018 and the old BBC building was converted to designer flats. Then when Westfield added to its footprint with the opening of a whole new wing (including John Lewis), this little urban enclave of Shepherds Bush now had global appeal. And the restaurants followed, including Bluebird CafĂ©, little sister to its grand Chelsea outpost that has dominated the western end of Kingâs Road for nearly 25 years."
"Hidden away at the very back of Kings Crossâ Granary Square development, past the Coal Drops Yard, Skip Garden, is a beautiful community garden created entirely of fruit, veg, flowers and plants growing in skips. Itâs run by Global Generation, an educational charity that helps young people in the area; and this vegetarian cafĂ©, located by the entrance, is part of the project. Although thereâs some indoor seating, itâs best to visit in sunshine when lunch can be eaten on one of the many wooden tables outside, surrounded by greenery."
"They call it âan urban garden with a twistâ; a blooming oasis full of wild flowers, herbs, vegetables, a tranquil orchard and even a small oak forest. Everything is made with recycled materials, and itâs run entirely by the hands of the community. The gardenâwhich is currently hidden behind the British Library after a recent moveâhosts a number of workshops and special events throughout the year."
"A post shared by Pompi (@pompi.uk) on Nov 18, 2019 at 1:44am PST. 'Il Regno del TiramisĂč', it says in curlicued letters across Pompi's logo: 'King of TiramisĂč'. A bit boastful, and 100% accurate."
"Serial winner of the nationâs most popular park awards, this mainstay of East London downtime since 1845 continues to recruit new generations to its enormous band of devoted fans. Vicky Park is simply amazing for young people. A blinder of a playground features the best slides in town and a host of other original swinging, climbing and larking-about equipment â plus the extensive summer splash pools."
"Not only does it play host to some of the best festivals in the capital but itâs home to the Pavilion Cafe (great for a top notch breakfast), a model boating lake and a new weekly farmerâs market on top of all the green space. It may always be full of joggers and sunbathers but the place is so big youâll never feel crowded."
"Located in South Hackney, Victoria Park is the oldest public park in London. Itâs packed full of canals and ponds as well as a large green space for a kick-about or a kip in the sunshine. For more things to do, thereâs also a deer enclosure, tree walk events and cafĂ© in the heart of the park."
"This trendy vegetarian venue in Crouch End with bare brick walls may have healthy eating at its heart, but the food is so tasty and skilfully made the health angle is barely discernible. There are several international dishes such as expertly made, ethereal spring onion gyoza; jackfruit in beautifully spiced tomato sauce with coconut rice, black beans, guacamole and grilled plantains; and dense, mealy arepas with a soft crumb. Cakes include three-layered tiramisu sponge; plus there are Latin American breakfasts, Buddha bowls, burgers and cocktails."
"FranzĂš & Evans, in Shoreditch, East London, anchors one end of trendy Redchurch Street just before it flows into Bethnal Green Road. They serve interesting breakfasts and modern Italian lunches, but itâs also the best place I know for a breather after a day of hipster shopping. Itâs perfectly located, an oasis at the end of this street of expensive, avant garde boutiques and underground designer shops too cool for signs."
"For Those Cake Moments specialises in buttercream cakes that can be customised and personalised following the design that you have in mind. In the business for more than 5 years now, they have been delivering soft, delicious and tasty creations that everyone will enjoy. You can choose from different buttercream flavours like chocolate, cheese and vanilla."
"From creating a nitro ice cream parlour in Camden to collaborating with Cadbury to create a Creme Egg Sundae, Chin Chin know how to make weird and wacky ice creams. But itâs their Soho joint that we love, where they mix luxe chocolate and caramel flavour ice-creams with cakes, cookies and ice-cream sandwiches. Thereâs always a bunch of toppings and sauces to pick from, and with a wide variety of vegan options as well, thereâs something for everyone here."
"For truly breathtaking ice-cream creations, head on down to Chin Chin. This little dessert spot is famous for its extravagant flavors (you can find things like meringue pie and tonka bean on the menu!), and you can even grab a signature hot chocolate if you want something to enjoy on the go. Such a great option if youâre looking for the best desserts in London."
"Restaurants Vegetarian Camden Market. They say:âEuropeâs firstliquid nitrogen ice-cream parlour.â. The sweet stuff: Cherry pie and chocolate cookier but the main event is the kits for creating you own nitrogen ice cream."