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obika
'Staff were the perfect combination of polite and probing'

Obikà, South Kensington

Open Mon–Sat midday–11pm, Sun midday–10pm

Nestled along a street that hosts fashion royalty such as Margiela, Obikà could easily label itself as couture cuisine. Mozzarella and other Italian ingredients are given the modern touch, with an emphasis on food being … Read more →

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Asma Boudoir Lashes

Asma Docrat Boudoir Lashes

The Blurb:

Semi-permanent eyelash extensions are as big today as perms were in the ’80s. And they are pretty similar too, in that they don’t last for longer than a few weeks and tend to have a displeasing regrowth period, … Read more →

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Eclipse
'It isn’t about the food here; it’s about the cocktails.'

Eclipse, Old Brompton Road

Open Mon–Wed and Sun 5pm–midnight; Thu–Sat 5pm–1am; happy hours Mon–Wed 5pm–8pm; Thu–Fri 5pm–7pm

The style:

The smaller sister of the Walton Street branch of Eclipse has more of an industrial feel, with corrugated iron walls and copper lights hanging low … Read more →

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meursault
'The best wines are here'

Meursault

Open 5pm–late daily

The style:

The team behind award-winning Asian-French restaurant L’Etranger has opened a 40-cover bar, lounge and dining room in the basement of the restaurant, aiming to be ‘younger and more spirited’ than its much-loved sister.

It’s an … Read more →

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Beauchamp Foot Care

Chiropody Treatment at Beauchamp Foot Care

The Blurb:

Founded in 1990, Beauchamp Foot Care is one of the most established podiatry clinics in London. Hidden behind an inconspicuous door on Beauchamp Place, this prestigious clinic specialises in medical pedicures, podiatry, toenail surgery and specialist laser treatment … Read more →

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L'Etranger
'L 'Etranger is like dining in a Parisian restaurant that serves very good Japanese cuisine'

L ‘Etranger

Open lunch Mon–Sun midday–3pm; Dinner Mon–Thu 6pm–11pm; Fri–Sat 6pm–11.30pm; Sun 6pm–10pm

L ’Etranger means ‘The stranger,’ which is pretty accurate – I felt very much an outsider. As you enter the intimate restaurant there is no doubt that this is … Read more →

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Boujis nightclub
Boujis does not seem to 'accommodate those not willing to spend £500'

Boujis

Open Mon–Sun 10pm–3am

The style:

It’s billed as one of the most prestigious and swanky places to go in west London. Entering the black glass doors and walking down the black staircase into the club you do feel as if … Read more →

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Carluccio's

Carluccio’s

Open Mon–Fri 7.30am–11.30pm; Sat 9am–11.30pm; Sun 9am–10.30pm

Being a huge supporter of local restaurants, there aren’t many chains that I would visit by choice but I must admit Carluccio’s has always been the exception. Its laidback approach to seasonal Italian … Read more →

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Bumpkin
'With spring on its way, Bumpkin will soon be a top spot for al fresco mooching'

Bumpkin, South Kensington

Daily 11am–11pm

Being sister venue to royal haunt Boujis nightclub and sleek cocktail bar Eclipse, WLL had high expectations for Bumpkin, and we were not disappointed. Boujis may have a royal following but it is its little sister Bumpkin that … Read more →

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Bombay Brasserie
'Sophisticated, elegant Indian cuisine' at Bombay Brasserie

Bombay Brasserie

Open Mon–Sat midday–3pm, 6.30pm (bar opening), 7pm–11.30pm (last orders); weekend brunch midday–3pm; Sun 6.30pm (bar opening), 7pm–10.30pm

Bombay Brasserie is a London institution older than me. Over the last 29 years, they have cooked for everyone from Tom Cruise and … Read more →

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