Latest reviews by foxie http://trustedplaces.com/user/foxie Place reviews by foxie en Latest reviews by foxie http://trustedplaces.com/uploads/userpics/foxie_4a69a079.120.jpg http://trustedplaces.com/user/foxie The Hummingbird Bakery http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/food/1c94e7c/the-hummingbird-bakery

Rating: 3.2

Location: 47 Old Brompton Road, SW7 3JP, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7584 0055

Website: http://www.hummingbirdbakery.com

Tags: american, delivery, bakery

A Must for American ExpatsFor all you American expats missing your pumpkin pie, Red Velvet cake and honest to goodness brownies - look no further! Not only do they carry such delights, but their wares are extremely tasty and very authentic. I found them while looking for something unique for an office party and was a bit skeptical that their Red Velvet would stack up against what I used to get back home. Fortunately, one bite put any fears to rest and I can't wait to try more. Double plus - their delivery service, while not cheap, is very reliable. Highly recommended.]]> Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:50:36 +0000 /review/uk/london/food/1c94e7c/the-hummingbird-bakery968879066 foxie american delivery bakery 51.493334 -0.1757 Bea's of Bloomsbury http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/food/1e26o6t/bea-s-of-bloomsbury

Rating: 4.5

Location: 44 Theobalds Road, WC1X 8NW, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7242 8330

Website: www.beasofbloomsbury.com

Tags: rare finds, snazzy, hot drinks, patisserie

Great CafeThis is everything a good patisserie/cafe should be - fantastic desserts, lovely drinks (the hot chocolate is particularly good), kind shop assistants and a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere that is just right for a leisurely, sumptuous snack. A tip for curious foodies - if you sit at the back you can watch their bakers at work!]]> Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:44:53 +0000 /review/uk/london/food/1e26o6t/bea-s-of-bloomsbury572770148 foxie rare finds snazzy hot drinks patisserie 51.520827475387 -0.11611001188701 Cafe in the Crypt http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/cafe/1u62a7x/cafe-in-the-crypt

Rating: 4.6

Location: St Martin-in-the-Fields, WC2N 4JJ, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7839 4342

Website: http://www.stmartin-in-the-fields.org

Tags: cosy, proper food, good brew, good value, quick bite, lively, cultured

Excellent Value, Fab LocationCafe in the Crypt is one of the pseudo-hidden gems of London and one of my all time favourite places to linger over a cup of tea or a late lunch/early dinner. The food is all freshly prepared and excellent value. It's self-service along a buffet, but after that it's tables tucked under stone arches and ambient music. They do regular jazz nights as well. ]]> Mon, 26 Nov 2007 16:05:00 +0000 /review/uk/london/cafe/1u62a7x/cafe-in-the-crypt501866282 foxie cosy proper food good brew good value quick bite lively cultured 51.508430476493 -0.12815017790417 The Japanese Canteen http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/restaurant/1v6208w/the-japanese-canteen

Rating: 3.0

Location: 83 High Holborn, WC1V 6LS, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7405 4540

Website: http://www.thejapanesecanteen.co.uk/holborn.html

Tags: japanese, meh, business, pretentious

If it's all you've got. . .then you certainly can do worse; however, I generally find them over priced and not terribly interesting. Good in a pinch, but not much else.]]> Sun, 25 Nov 2007 21:01:30 +0000 /review/uk/london/restaurant/1v6208w/the-japanese-canteen863115994 foxie japanese meh business pretentious 51.51788 -0.117422 The Factory http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/beauty/1873d75/the-factory

Rating: 3.0

Location: 407 Hornsey Road, N19 4EE, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7272 1122

Website: http://www.tangolondon.com

Tags: unique, dance lessons, fencing, pilates, tango, classes, gym, yoga

Better than a gymSo much more than a gym. They have a huge range of classes in all kind of disciplines (dance, yoga, fencing, pilates, martial arts) with truly excellent teachers and the monthly fee is very reasonable. ]]> Fri, 23 Nov 2007 11:01:13 +0000 /review/uk/london/beauty/1873d75/the-factory1741561129 foxie unique dance lessons fencing pilates tango classes gym yoga 51.566339 -0.121377 The Sitara http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/restaurant/1o7297e/the-sitara

Rating: 4.8

Location: 784 Holloway Road, N19 3JH, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7281 0649

Tags: lively, cheap eat, indian

Excellent IndianReally wonderful find, just down the street from Archway station. The mix of jazz and Indian food isn't the most obvious, but it works really well. The jazz are old standards and the decor is exactly what you would expect - but the food is great! All obviously freshly made and well tended. Good staff and a great menu, this is a real gem in an otherwise blah North London neighborhood. ]]> Thu, 22 Nov 2007 12:49:47 +0000 /review/uk/london/restaurant/1o7297e/the-sitara549827172 foxie lively cheap eat indian 51.564263489895 -0.13307203957806 Tbilisi http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/restaurant/183358q/tbilisi

Rating: 4.0

Location: 91 Holloway Road, N7 8LT, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7607 2536

Tags: lively, georgian, crowded, romantic

Unique and TastyGeorgian food isn't something you stumble across every day, but I developed a taste for it while living in Russia a few years ago, and was pleased to stumble across this place. The decor is more upscale than I was expecting, but was very good and obviously a local favourite. Prices are a bit higher than average for the area, but worth every penny. Wait staff are knowledgable and attentive and the music isn't too loud for conversation (a nice change!). Wine list is obviously hand picked and the food itself is wonderful! Starters, mains and wine for two came to just under £50. Great for either a romantic evening out or just something a little different. Will certainly be going back.]]> Thu, 22 Nov 2007 12:42:13 +0000 /review/uk/london/restaurant/183358q/tbilisi401898051 foxie lively georgian crowded romantic 51.547671630693 -0.10778955425935 The Landseer http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1t1167b/the-landseer

Rating: 3.7

Location: 37 Landseer Road, N19 4JU, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7263 4658

Website: http://thelandseer.com/

Great little gastropub tucked away from the bustle of Holloway Road. Really friendly staff and a good selection of beers and real ales. Regulars are likewise very laidback. Very friendly easy going place. Good for a meal and a chat to while away an evening.]]> Wed, 11 Jul 2007 00:12:17 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1t1167b/the-landseer2053813430 foxie 51.562773 -0.122792 Tas Pide http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/restaurant/1n8538/tas-pide

Rating: 2.8

Location: 20 New Globe Walk, SE1 9DS, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7928 3300

Website: http://www.tasrestaurant.com

Truly excellent food served in beautiful surroundings. You have your choice of mezze or of the pides, essentially the Turkish version of pizza. The lentil soup served at the beginning of every meal sets the perfect tone and they wait staff are usually quite attentive. Do give yourself plenty of time though, as this isn't a place that you can rush in and out of.]]> Wed, 11 Jul 2007 00:05:36 +0000 /review/uk/london/restaurant/1n8538/tas-pide1131772970 foxie 51.507331 -0.096466 Chowki http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/restaurant/1e0hk8/chowki

Rating: 4.1

Location: 2 Denman Street, W1D 7HA, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7439 1330

Website: http://www.chowki.com/

Fantastic Indian Food from a variety of regions. Their "regional feasts" are particularly good value. Hard to beat for location too!]]> Sat, 14 Apr 2007 12:08:02 +0000 /review/uk/london/restaurant/1e0hk8/chowki5381593 foxie 51.510736 -0.134639 The Lamb http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1h81e7m/the-lamb

Rating: 3.6

Location: 94 Lambs Conduit Street, WC1N 3LZ, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7405 0713

Website: http://www.youngs.co.uk

wonderful little pub tucked away behind Russell Square. Great choice of beers and good food. Staff and locals are all really friendly.]]> Sat, 31 Mar 2007 12:45:09 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1h81e7m/the-lamb627970937 foxie 51.522694169928 -0.12035757043328 Victoria & Albert Museum http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/cultural/1n02w8k/victoria-and-albert-museum

Rating: 4.5

Location: Cromwell Road, SW7 2RL, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7942 2000

Website: http://www.vam.ac.uk

A little bit of everything from everywhere. ]]> Sun, 25 Feb 2007 16:29:40 +0000 /review/uk/london/cultural/1n02w8k/victoria-and-albert-museum1325877090 foxie 51.496552717046 -0.17329874266053 Fresh & Wild http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/food/1n52y7y/fresh-and-wild

Rating: 2.5

Location: 49 Parkway, NW1 7PN, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7428 7575

Website: http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com//UK/camden/index.html

A bit on the expensive side, but has a huge variety of all things natural and healthy from food to personal hygene.]]> Sun, 25 Feb 2007 16:04:30 +0000 /review/uk/london/food/1n52y7y/fresh-and-wild1940230546 foxie 51.53787 -0.144809 Octave http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/restaurant/1a72m7n/octave

Rating: 4.2

Location: 27-29 Endell Street, WC2H 9BA, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7836 4616

Website: http://www.octave8.com

Fantastic jazz and great drinks. A wonderful place to either start or end a night out.]]> Sun, 25 Feb 2007 15:58:43 +0000 /review/uk/london/restaurant/1a72m7n/octave578553899 foxie 51.513776553519 -0.12504849431254