So today we’re heading for the Charing Cross bit of Covent Garden – by that I mean Charing Cross is the closest station. It took me years of living in London before I realised the one vital Covent Garden truth – avoid using Covent Garden tube station. It’s something a nightmare to get in and […]
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Lunch up on high at Radio Rooftop in Covent Garden
Covent Garden’s latest lovely addition: Cora Pearl
Today we’re heading for Henrietta Street just off the Covent Garden Piazza to newly-opened Cora Pearl. It’s the second restaurant from the team behind Kitty Fisher’s in Mayfair (which I’ve never been to…should remedy that asap, especially as it’s in Shepherd Market, which I love!). Both restaurants are named after famed courtesans (basically prostitutes, with […]
Tasty classic French dishes at Boulevard Brasserie
It’s time to head back into Covent Garden to continue enjoying our steamy London summer. Boulevard Brasserie is in what is known as Covent Garden’s Opera District, you’re sitting directly opposite the Opera House just off the iconic piazza. There’s a lovely mix of sophisticated French classics and summery dishes to choose from in a […]
Chill out tapas time at Lady of the Grapes
Today we’re heading to one of my absolute favourite streets in the whole of London Town. Maiden Lane in Covent Garden is home to myriad bars and restaurants – the choice is quite mind-boggling. And there’s always somewhere new to try – like Lady of the Grapes. This cosy little establishment describes itself as an […]
Tea French-style at Le Restaurant de Paul
Today we’re heading to Covent Garden for an English afternoon tea with a twist – a French one – at Le Restaurant de PAUL. The restaurant is set in the heart of Covent Garden, a short stroll from the buzzing piazza. It’s a family company dating back to 1889 with five generations of baking expertise […]