Exploring London
Quirky cafes, independent shops, cheap thrills, scenic walks, hidden treasures… I love exploring London – and then sharing my discoveries.
I have written blogs, reviews, itineraries and previews of events, people and venues across London, including:
Brazil in London: Brazilian Music in London, Visit London
One of a series of blogs for Visit London about events, happenings and people in London.
Itinerary: One Hour in St Pancras, Love Camden
One of 10 itineraries I researched, compiled and wrote for the Camden Council’s website Love Camden.
Enjoy a Peter Pan Themed Day Out in London, Visit London
An itinerary on Peter Pan sights and attractions in London for Visit London.
Rocklands, Lewisham Life
Exploring the music scene in The Rocklands aka New Cross and Deptford in south London, including an interview with the lead singer of Officer Kicks, Jamie Scallion.
Art in Lewisham, Lewisham Life
Feature on Lewisham’s art scene, including famous Goldsmiths alumni, local art galleries and public art.
Outside of London
Cafe Culture Costs Too Much To Bear, Birmingham Post
Comment piece on development plans for Birmingham’s Broad Street area.
One of a number of music, literary, theatre and comedy reviews I wrote for Three Weeks magazine, during Brighton Festival and Fringe 2007.
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