Looking for something different to do whilst visiting the city? The National Portrait Gallery is hosting a thrilling exhibition, Victorian Giants, from March to May and featuring some of the best Victorian artists. This major exhibition is the first to examine the relationship between four ground-breaking Victorian artists: Julia Margaret Cameron (1815–79), Lewis Carroll (1832–98), […]
read articleSABON Share Their Travelling Tips Travelling can more often than not wreak havoc on even the most resilient skins. Pressurised cabin air, pollution, and too much sunshine or cold air (to mention a few) can sometimes leave skin feeling a little less than glowing. But fret not, there are a few simple tips and tricks […]
read articleFancy being a bit ambitious next time you create some sweet treats at home? Pierre Hermé has shared his recipe below for the best-selling macaron, the masterpiece that is the Macaron Isaphan. If macaron-making seems a bit daunting, Strand Palace guests that book directly are in for an exclusive treat with 10% off chocolates and macarons […]
read articleRococo: a chocolate paradise on your doorstep For the true chocolate connoisseur, look no further than Rococo Covent Garden, a five-minute walk from the doors of Strand Palace Hotel. The shop is reminiscent of Willy Wonka’s wonderland, presented in a luxury boutique chocolate shop wrapping. This is, of course, its intention. The brainchild of Chantal […]
read articleBedford Bears ‘If you go down to the woods today you’re in for a big surprise. If you go down to the woods today, you’d better go in disguise. For every bear that ever there was will gather there together because today’s the day the teddy bears have their picnic.’ So goes the nursery […]
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