Posts Tagged "Dining"
Review: Bijoux Afternoon Tea at The Langham
When we heard that The Langham in London would join forces with luxury jewellery designer Theo Fennell to create an afternoon tea, we just had to get a table booked so we could experience the delights that are seriously too good looking to eat. Located in the heart of London, just a short walk from Oxford Circus, The Langham provides a sanctuary on a busy bustling day and has something to intice the weary shopping in, from the array of treatments in the Chuan Spa, to a mouthwatering meal at Roux at The Landau, or a nightcap in the Artisan Bar, before falling into a blissful sleep in one of the many tastefully decorated bedrooms. For us it was the Bijoux Afternoon tea...
Read MoreValentine Afternoon Tea
Chocoholics listen up… Pearl Restaurant and Bar, one of the most romantic venues in London, dedicates a special edition of its famous Chocolate Afternoon Tea to all the couples who desire to experience a delicious reinterpretation of this British traditional meal. On February Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th, from 3 till 6 pm, guests will have the change to enjoy the exclusive Valentine Afternoon Tea: a help-yourself chocolate buffet, or better, a limitless pure chocolate bliss, which for the occasion features some special themes delicacies: Pomme d’amour – Caramel mousse, apple compôte with pistachio chocolate Rouge pearl tartlet – Redcurrant pâté de...
Read MoreSimply Luxury Travel’s 2013 Travel Plans (so far)
First of all, Happy New Year! I hope your travel plans for 2013 are going well. Our December was full of illness at the Simply Luxury Travel home, poor Mr V ended up in hospital, so planning our next getaway was furthest from our minds. Now we are midway through January so the talk of where next is constantly the topic of conversation. Lainston House This was a very last minute to visit there earlier this month, we booked the hotel as we were jumping in the car to drive there, so watch out for our review of our Lainston House stay coming soon. Berlin I was very fortunate to win a two night stay at The Regent Hotel Berlin, so we’re adding on an extra night so...
Read MoreThe Bobby Moore Fund For Cancer Research UK In Partnership With Electrolux Present A Multiple-Michelin Starred Charity Dinner
The Bobby Moore Fund for Cancer Research UK, in partnership with Electrolux, will present a gastronomic extravaganza delivered by The Cube by Electrolux Michelin starred chefs. These top chefs, led by two Michelin starred Daniel Clifford of Midsummer House Restaurant in Cambridge, will produce a culinary feast for just 250 guests, raising money for the Bobby Moore Fund. Other chefs confirmed so far are Daniel Clifford, Atul Kochar, Simon Rogan and Jonray & Peter Sanchez. Stephanie Moore MBE established the Fund, in partnership with Cancer Research UK, in 1993. It was set up in memory of Stephanie’s late husband, legendary footballer Bobby Moore, who sadly died...
Read MoreThe Cube by Electrolux: A unique dining concept in London
If you are visiting London this summer and are passionate about cuisine and the wine to accompany it, then ensure The Cube by Electrolux is on your list. The Cube by Electrolux will open at Southbank Centre in London from 1st June and run until 30th September 2012. The Cube is an initiative developed by Electrolux, and its location on top of the Royal Festival Hall will offer unmissable views of London accompanied by mouthwatering cuisine. Award Winning Chefs Supported by Electrolux The chefs will present a unique menu using locally supported ingredients to complement the setting. Chefs include double Michelin star chefs Sat Bains, Claude Bosi and Daniel...
Read MorePhotographs from the curious cruiser: Part 3 Life on the ocean waves
Whilst the cruise ships gracefully sail between their ports of call without the need to you repack your case, life onboard can be as relaxed or as hectic as you wish it to be. The following are a selection of photographs from life on board Oceana. Click here to open the gallery. I hope you have enjoyed Part 3 of my cruise trip, you can click here for Part 1 and Part 2, with the rest of my photographs found over on Flickr. Next time on SLT I will be sharing my review of the Cruise, from check in, to life on board and the various ports that the ship called at. Are you a frequent cruiser, or a curious cruiser, what aspect of the cruise holiday appeals to you?...
Read More
Since an early age travel has played an important role in the life of Simply Luxury Travel’s Editor Yvette, from family holidays to working overseas to her academic life. Her career has involved working for leading UK airlines, airports, tour operators and corporate travel management organisations, with many of the roles in a senior position and her clients describe her as the oracle of travel: providing honest information and practical advice. Yvette’s academic, career and personal involvement within travel allows for honest and holistic reviews of the industry. 
Phil has had a passion for travel for over 30 years and is fortunate enough to be able to visit the likes of Maldives, Costa Rica and Indonesia with work. Leisure travel these days generally takes in the little luxuries life has to offer; business class flights and 5 star hotels, but Phil does appreciate that excellent service can be obtained just about anywhere, hence his love of staying at good British inns around the country. 
Recent Comments