Greetings from London!
Of all months to be in London, I choose the crazy month of the Royal Wedding. London has always been an area of diversity, excitement, and activity, but this month . . . it’s a bit crazier than normal!
Since I am in Europe right now, the Tribute to Japan series will be put on hold until I return. Meanwhile, since I’m busy here working, I may be posting a little less frequently than normal. I definitely plan on checking out a few Michelin restaurants while I’m here though, so stay tuned!
A few pictures from my last London trip . . .
Gourmet Burger Kitchen – this was where I learned what the term “rocket” is . . . did you know that’s how you say arugula in “British”?
Westminster Abbey
This is apparently where the royal wedding will be. I tried to attend an organ concert the last time I was here but arrived too late to get in. So, instead, I just enjoyed the sunshine and sat outside.
The Tower Bridge is huge, imposing, and fun to walk across! I took a super long multi-hour long walk along the Thames the last time I was there. There’s tons of fun discoveries you make when you just randomly meander along the river. It reminded me of Boston, but much much larger.
Here’s one of the fun discoveries I made while in London. Anyone know what this place is called? (I can’t remember)
Fun food markets!
My company’s offices are not far from Oxford, so I took a little side trip one morning just to check it out. It looks just like what you’d imagine . .
And of course, a visit to England is not complete without a pub!
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I didn’t know rocket was arugula. Two beers in one hand – thats the way to go.
Isn’t that Covent Garden?
Have a great trip! And LOL re rocket. I only knew what that was because it’s “roquette” in French!
Isn’t that the Tower Bridge? The Tower of London is something different indeed. 🙂
Ever since spending a bunch of time in the UK, I just can’t bring myself to drink Guinness on this side of the pond. I still have yet to figure out why it tastes SO much better there!? mmmm malty cream goodness…..
Ha ha, who knows? That’s funny you never drink Guinness in the US. I’ll have to try it again this time around while I’m here.
OOPS! Thanks – fixed!
Ha ha, I didn’t know that’s what you call it in French! Learn something new everyday.
Actually, someone else e-mailed me and told me it was Hays Galleria near London Bridge. It definitely looks like Covent Garden, but I think Covent Garden has two distinct floors whereas here that’s not as clear. Thanks though!
Ha ha, I’m actually holding Bryan’s beer for him so he can take a picture of me. 🙂
Double fisting! That’s the way to go! =) Have fun in London!
welcome to the UK 😀
If you have a few hours to spare – pay a visit to Cambridge – it’s more “fairytale” than Oxford, only 50 mins from London by train oh and its where I live/work/study. And its nice to compare it to Cambridge, MA!
You think it’s nice here, then go find some in Ireland. Pure bliss! England’s Guinness is dish water in comparison.
That is Covent Garden, a great place to wander round stop for a drink and people watch
Double-fisting, Jen? Love it! 🙂
That’s definitely Hays Galleria. Covent Garden is much bigger, more crowded, and more expensive. It’s also on the other side of the river, a mile or two northwest.
Glad to see you found Borough Market. It’s a gem, isn’t it?
Not sure why you’re drinking Belgian beer though…
That’s definitely Hays Galleria. Covent Garden is much bigger, more crowded, and more expensive. It’s also on the other side of the river, a mile or two northwest.
Glad to see you found Borough Market. It’s a gem, isn’t it?
Not sure why you’re drinking Belgian beer though…
It’s Hay’s Galleria — I work in there! 🙂
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