Fairly nice Scandi cuisine presented in a very pleasant setting, with friendly and efficient…read moreservice, including the possibility of sending a mugshot with your booking so they recognise you on arrival. High points : akvavit, and shrimp skagen. Low points: no gravad lax, a distinctly lacklustre cheese board ( could be replicated from a Co-op), and if I'm honest , mash potatoes too close to baby food in consistency.

Aquavit serves up high-end Scandinavian cuisine in a classy ambiance. From the smörgåsbord…read more(appetizers), the shrimp skagen was amazing (and large portion size), and the pickled herring selection was very good. From the mains, we quite enjoyed the houghton spring trout. The bees rydberg wasn't great, so maybe try the meatballs instead--they looked good. The charred hispy cabbage on the side was ok but unremarkable. The interior is slick with modern styling and subtle mood lighting. It's a good place for a fancy date or a nice meal out with a friend. Service was professional, ans we felt relaxed and not rushed at all. The place was also not that full when we came, though this may vary depending on the season. Prices are quite high--we spent £50 per person without alcohol. Definitely not affordable for most as a regular meal, but perhaps worth it as a special occasion if you love Scandinavian cuisine. Check it out if so!

Fabulous pastries. I think we got eight different pastries from this place and a lot of them had…read moreground almonds which I adore. Everything was really good, including the cardamom bun, the fruit pastry, and all of the almond pastries. The staff were really lovely and the space is small, but unique and beautifully decorated. I was so happy to find this place!

Ever since Sweden, I'm always on the lookout for the ultimate Kanelbullar (cinnamon roll) which is…read morenot like the American version. For a small shop, there was a wide selection of Swedish items (see photos). For my fika, I ordered a Kanelbullar and a slice of Princess Torte (cake). Although both were really good, the tiny shop's seating was all filled up. Even the little bench outside had a person sitting on it so I had to take my baked goods to go.

Scandinavians are known for their simple, sleek, and minimalist style. It's a grand concept for…read moredesign and furniture but not the best when it comes to food. Sure the cinnamon roll at minimum qualifies as such - yeasty bread with cinnamon swirls - but this pastry is just not complete IMO without the sweet glaze! Otherwise the latte was good and service was quick. Seating was busy but that's London for you.

I only stepped in a moment to get a Cinnamon Bun for take-away but it was impossible not to smell…read morecinnamon! My Cinnamon Bun was really good, with an intense flavor of cinnamon and other spices and not too sweet. It is not cheap but it is pretty huge!

Little gem in Hoxton Good selection of hot and cold drinks…read more(freshly made) Great tunes playing (jazzy and dreamy) making for a cozy atmosphere Nice place to work from (good WiFi and plugs) - you can stare out the large windows at people passing by for inspiration Friendly and fun staff

I have been coming to this cafe since I moved to London and there is a reason why... their…read morebeautiful food and special attention. Among all the food The Swedish Meatballs (no Ikea's meatballs but REAL ones) and the chocolate beetroot cake are my favourites. It also a very authentic place with lovely vintage atmosphere... a true Old street gem!

I was hoping to order smørrebrød (open-faced sandwiches), but by the time I arrived at 1pm they…read morewere already sold out. FYI the woman at the front said that is common, which is odd because 1pm isn't exactly late for lunch, but anyhow, I ended up ordering the frikadeller (Danish meatballs, potatoes with blue cheese, and salad). It was quite delicious. The salad was especially good as I really loved the quality of the greens and the light dressing. It's a charming restaurant with lots of fun Danish items to purchase- especially if you love black licorice!

Snaps & Rye takes me back to my childhood - and I'm not even Danish! My grandmother used to serve…read moreopen sandwiches on ceramic boards, and the meatballs I sampled today reminded my of my mum's cooking. We only ever had meatball sandwiches on Saturdays, made from the week's leftovers ... here they come freshly made to order, with a side order of pickled beetroot and thinly sliced cucumber salad. Somehow Jacqueline and Kell managed to condense my childhood memories and re-package them in modern Scandi style. The biggest draw is the rye bread - the only thing expat Germans miss when they live abroad. No wonder the place was packed just one week since opening. Service is as understated and friendly as the surroundings, and I was very happy with the recommendation of mint & licoirice tea. I'll have to come back to sample some snaps ...

One of the more unique places in Soho. It is a heavy metal, goth, and bar/restaurant. They are…read moreknown for their bloodshot which has a vampire theme and is garlic tomato juice and vodka in a shot. It's delicious and it's home. The place was packed at every table was full. I've eaten here on previous occasions that wasn't able to get a table so we went to the walk-up bar did a few bloodshot and left. Mission accomplished. They have a very unique item here called the blood steak. If you try you will not be disappointed.

No food! Wah! We had planned to eat here before seeing Book of Mormon nearby but the kitchen was…read moreclosed. Might've been due to the Bank Holiday. Oh well, at least they had the shots available. Speaking of shots, there's 101 shots on the menu! Each one is like a sample of a larger regular cocktail like a Bloody Mary, Old Fashioned, etc. We each had a couple of shots with one of them being their #1 best seller: The Bloodshot (Bloody Mary) and a variety of others. A friend recommended the Yellow Death (banana, tequila, and rum) and I'm glad to report it was not deadly! We had pretty good service but had to bring the bill to the front counter to pay as the waitress was on a smoke break (saw her out front smoking as we left). We were told this place used to be in Stockholm but the relocated it to London awhile back. I would like to return here for the food and more shots one day!

When I've been to London and Paris with my daughter we always hit the handbag stores. There's…read moresomething about buying handbags in Europe that makes us feel like we are getting a better deal! My Orla Kiely handbag is laminated for use when it rains. I love the bright cheerful color and the zipper inside pocket plus key fob. The print on my bag is her signature design. I highly recommend this designer's handbags. I love mine. I can't wait until Spring and Summer when I wear my bright colors. Although I use this bag any time of year. Orla Kiely, is an Irish fashion designer based in London. She began her career designing hats, and moved on to design work on handbags and a variety of other items including kitchenware and cars. She received a master's degree from the Royal College of Art. She worked with several companies before setting up her own business. She's very popular and her products are well crafted.

...Don't it always seem to go That you don't know what…read moreyou've got 'til it's gone... I never knew how much I enjoyed using a wash cloth in the shower until I moved to Europe, where they're not widely used (they're rarely in hotels and I couldn't even find any at IKEA!) While perusing the bath section at Orla Keily I spied some sweet stem jacquard "face cloths". They were £3.00 each - I bought four - and they've already provided enormous enjoyment! Plus, Orla Keily prints just can't help but make me smile! In fact, they're so soft I'm thinking about going back for towels too! And did I mention the dresses?

My visit at Red Rooster was an amazing experience from beginning to end. To put it simply, we…read moredevoured our meal in 15 minutes it was so good! Upon entering the premises we were greeted with warmth and smiles. We ordered 3 dishes all of which names escape me. I do remember the menu reading "coconut jerk chicken" catching my attention which inspired our curiosity to give this a try. The coconut rice was a delicious compliment to the jerk. While the chicken and waffle topped with pickled beets was an amazing union with the side of mac n' cheese! This venue has an amazing vibe & creative ambiance which makes it a perfect place to catch up with friends or for date and meaningful conversation. For my fellow music lovers, they do also play music (unsure of which nights. I'd inquire if interested) Looking forward to my next visit! If you're in the area I definitely recommend giving this spot a try!

Delayed review from Feb 2020: The food was delicious. The…read moresquid held a lot of flavour and was perfectly cooked, not chewy at all. For the mains I had a fish dish which again did not disappoint. The flakes of fish were so tender yet juicy and was accompanied by vegetables which complimented the dish well. The drinks were strong. The atmosphere is fun and we managed to catch a jazz performance from our table. The interior is dark but cosy, nice for a date.

We found this place while looking at the banksy art around the corner. When we arrived I wasn't…read moresure they were open. The hostess said yes and asked if we had a booking. No we didn't but could they take us anyway. Yes. Service was incredibly slow. My tagliatelle had a big chunk all stuck together. The food was not hot. My husband loved his which is why this gets a 3 star instead of lower.

This place had an amazing atmosphere with some great live music. I went on a Friday night and…read moreordered several dishes with some friends. These included the Swedish Meatballs, Mussels, Sausage Platter, Tuna, Bolognese Pasta, and the Artichoke Plate. All were incredible, however I do think the meatballs were a little dry and could've been made better (since that is a signature dish)! My favorite meals in particular were the Artichoke and the Tuna, I really loved those. My friends and I also ordered four Swedish Weddings, which were these drinks that were delicious, light, and fruity! I loved the people, liveliness, and music of the place as well. Everyone just seemed so happy to be there, and I was too! Definitely a place to hit on a friday or saturday night with a good group of people and good vibes.