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2013年12月5日星期四

London Foodie!

You have probably guessed it by now but I confess I am a total foodie! Im not one of those girls who are shy to eat those sinful sweets or deep fried carbs once in a while! It's all about moderation and pacing myself. 





Gatsby style afternoon tea at the Balcon



Tea for two!

The iconic balcony

This was a tea set for two. The portions were quite big and although some of the
desserts were a little to sweet for my taste, it is still worth a try if you have the time
since toptable.co.uk does really good deals for this place.

Mini scones with jam and clotted cream. Selection of finger sandwiches 
and four different patisseries... the table next to us had macaroons too!

The scones were probably my favourite.

A quiet weekday afternoon... we came a little later so most people would have 
finished afternoon tea by then. 

Andaz 1901 at Liverpool street. Weekdays have really reasonable set menus 
and the atmosphere was great. After dinner we enjoyed a few cocktails as well.


Enjoying a few cocktails after dinner...perfect!


A happy girl at Duck and Waffle, Liverpool Street. 

The best view possible! The iconic Gherkin was in full view!

Their iconic fried pig's ears...


Duck & Waffle obviously. I was actually quite disappointed at their iconic dish. Their food is quite rustic and some of the flavours go really well together, but the prices are high,
 so you are more than likely paying for the view instead! 

Some wicked wall art at the waiting area.






2013年9月20日星期五

30th Anniversary Celebration


On 11th September 2013, my parents' celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary. It was a celebration for thirty years of bliss, happiness, understanding, tears, friendship, hardship and most importantly....LOVE. Almost everything was homemade...and although I am certainly no Chef, the simple recipes certainly didn't let me down.

Happy Pearl Anniversary Mum and Dad...
Small gift... BIG heart! 



Tea Party for 8 (the table wasn't big enough to display all the food) ... There was actually plenty of food left over for the guests to take home... 



Rose petal Shortbread...This was my favourite bake of the day... the texture was perfect and i could imagine it being the perfect little gift to bring to a house party.


Mini versions of the shortbread


Homemade Devon scones... the recipe needs to be altered but they were still lovely when served hot with jam and most importantly...Clotted Cream! YUM

Jelly in vintage glasses...


Homemade mini Victoria sponge... easy as 1...2...3. Probably not the most impressive cake on earth, but it was the thought that counts. 




 This was cheated! I confess to shop buying this quiche...This is definitely a recipe i want to learn soon. 


A selection of sandwiches...Lochmir Salmon, Egg and watercress and classic BLT all in wholemeal bread.



Tea or coffee? Lady Grey and Betty's coffee blend...



Simple decorations really does make the difference. The attention to detail can really turn simple, basic things into the most thoughtful and elegant outcomes...


Quarter past three, afternoon tea! RSVP please! Homemade invitations. 


2013年8月29日星期四

Summer Vintage Fair!


These photos were taken a few weeks ago at "Glasgow Does Vintage' festival. I have been excited for it all summer since it's the perfect place for vintage lovers to get together. The weather was perfect and the whole city was filled with vintage lovers of all ages who are ready to embrace the end of summer!




















2013年8月28日星期三

Yauatcha


I have always wanted to try this place out, considering it has been awarded as one of the top brands in London.  Although it may not seem too special compared to any Yum Cha restaurants in Hong Kong, but I can see why the brand has been so successful, especially with westerners. It's actually really difficult to find good quality Chinese food over here in England and every time i get the chance to have Dim sum, it reminds me of my mornings spent in Hong Kong with my dear grandparents...

Food: Decent quality....
Tea: choose from their extensive tea collection.....
Price: during Mon-Thu afternoon tea set is only 15 pounds per head... not bad for London.
Atmosphere: Friendly staff and nice surroundings.