Awesome Things I’ve Seen & Done in London That You Should Do Too
Every 2/3 weeks I am sharing some things I’ve seen and done in London, the things that I liked that you should do too.
Camden Town Market photo-booth
I generally try to avoid Camden Town as much as possible, but there are a few things I still head there for. One of them is the Photomatic photo booth located on the ground floor of Camden Lock Market. If you are visiting Camden (which you kind of have to on your first/second visit) make sure to stop by and pose at the photo booth. And for three pounds is makes a better souvenir than your average key chain.
Other photo-booths in London
You can also find photobooths in Mercato Metropolitano in Elephant & Garden and Rough Trade near Brick Lane.
HEMA – (pronounced as hey-mah) is a Dutch discount store that is loved by many. It used to be one of those things that I missed from home (together with cheese and feeling safe on a bike). But as of August this year I didn’t have to any more because they opened in London (and planning to take over the rest of the UK – in the mean time you can get your Hema stuff from the web shop ).The chain is known for its low prices and they offer everything from housewares to notebooks to make-up and tea, most of it is made by and for the chain itself so the designs are original. You wonโt find food and clothes in the UK stores but if you are near Victoria Station make sure to check out the store.
Okonomiyaki at Abeno & Abeno Too
Abeno & Abeno Too โ are one of the few places that you can eat Okonomiyaki in London. Okonomiyaki are Japanese style cabbage pancakes, that are actually nothing like ones we like to toss around in our kitchen.The idea is that you choose your favourite toppings, then they make it in front of you. They have the traditional flavours as well as other interesting ones. So if you are an okonomiyaki fan or would like to try something else from Japanese cuisine then this place is for you.
Brixton Village – with this weather covered places with a roof are always a good destination, and when it comes to markets Brixton Village is the place to be (step aside Borough Market). A few of my favourites are the burgers at Honest Burger, whoopsies cookies at Ms Cupcakes, your not so usual pizza’s at Franco Manca and great Mexican food at Jalisco.There are also places where you can get bread, meat, fish, vegetables, greens and other things you find at markets these days. What are you waiting for? Hop on the southbound Victoria line, cross the river and check Brixton Village out.
Museum of London โ hidden in a bit of a concrete maze is this hidden institution. Though it’s much less talked about, it’s still a must visit if you want to know the history of the city. Like most museums in London the permanent exhibition is free of charge and you a great over view of London from Roman times to what the city is today.
Oh WOW! We just have to try one of those Okonomiyaki, they look amazing! I do something similar at home as well, where we make a cabbage and cauliflower base for bakes instead of the traditional wheat bases.
We also make a Gluten free pancakes, which I find I now enjoy more than the normal pancake. Hmmm so yum! Light and fresh!
Love your blog! ๐
I adore London and I can’t wait to go there again next spring, I must remember your posts for recommendations! ๐ xx
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I have never done any of these!
Definitely on the list for the next time I am in London- Thanks!
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I love how you’re exploring a city over and over again! I’ve lived in Vancouver my whole life, and it makes me think that maybe I should start to explore my own city on a regular basis, too!
Kayla
I’m heading down for a few days before Christmas! Your posts have given me loads of ideas of things to try and fit in! I’d love to read a post that’s to do with things to do at Christmas in London ๐
Heather x
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Lovely post! I am definitely gonna try the Okonomiyaki! xx
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And every 2-3 weeks I see the title “AWESOME THINGS IโVE SEEN & DONE IN LONDON THAT YOU SHOULD DO TOO” I smile and I read it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
And from today 5 more things were added to my “To Do” list for my next trip to London!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you ๐
I just moved to London- thanks for the tips!!
Those cabbage pancakes look amazing! I love anything where you get to choose toppings/flavors/dips and they make things for you.
HEMA looks like it has really cute stuff, I would probably spend too much money there, even if it is a discount store =\
Leuke tips, zitten een paar tussen die ik zeker wil gaan proberen de volgende keer dat ik weer in Londen ben ๐
Oh I just love your blog tea
I wish I had followed you before! My husband and I were in London for a few days for our Honeymoon, and we had no idea what to do around out hotel!
I am planning a trip to London really soon, so this is perfect!! Thank You!
I also love Hema. I’m in Luxembourg now. I adore their stationery line.
Brixton market is a foodie dream at night they have a champagne and Fromage, pancakes and cakes yummy Lucy x