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Contents MARCH 2019 | Vol. 4 | No. 3

5 Disjointed Ramblings

18 Wardrobe zen!

8 Interiors: bedded bliss!

20 Mother’s Day gift ideas

10 Bluesy rock action

22 Learn To Play Day

14 Julia Donaldson Q&A

24 Rome free

16 Kurobuta climax

30 Classified

Local news and charity events

Putney’s clean queen

Dreamy bedroom ideas

Inspiration for Mum

Under The Bridge

Free music fun for all ages

The writer on life & stories

Enjoy ancient sites for nothing

Jessica Elphinstone visits

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for the spinning classes on the farm. Spitalfields is also an unlikely candidate for a city farm just moments from Brick Lane and Shoreditch, with donkeys, goats and pick-yourown veg. Being London, most of these have lovely cafés to remind you you’re not really in the countryside. Fulham and Hammersmith’s Foodbank is London’s busiest, and they need our help to meet demand. Over the last two years, the council reports the number of families fed by the H&F foodbank has more than doubled, and essential supplies are running low, with a particular need for tinned fruit and veg, UHT milk, tinned meat and fish, biscuits, spreads and loo roll. Many local supermarkets have donation points, including Sainsbury’s in Fulham Broadway and Fulham Wharf and Waitrose on North End Road.

The historic and hugely popular Oxford Cambridge boat race takes place in April, but on 16th March participants can stroll down to the river to support The Women’s Eights Head of the River Race - the largest women’s rowing race in the world. Founded in the 1930s

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with five crews participating, the event now has about 2,880 women racing and up to 320 crews. What makes it even more special is that it is the only race in the UK where novices can compete in the same race as Olympic champions, and as it such attracts a wide range of rowers from clubs and universities. The races start at 9.45am. The best views of the race are generally either from Hammersmith Bridge or along Putney Embankment given the proximity to restaurants and pubs. Is it too early for the first Pimm’s of the year? Visit www.wehorr.org

Join the flatmates at The Little Blue Door this March as they welcome Nick Deverell-Smith, head chef of cosy country pub, The Churchill Arms, to bring a slice of the Cotswolds to the capital in celebration of British Pie Week. Hailing the humble but hearty British dish in all its glory, Nick will serve up a menu of bespoke pies at the flatmates’ “humble home” from Wednesday 6th March, for three nights only. Visit www.thelittlebluedoor.co.uk Hammersmith and Fulham Council is set to introduce a new, heavier fine for people caught dumping waste following increasing problems with fly tipping and rubbish being left in the street. Later this year, the council has announced it will introduce a new maximum fine of £400 (double the current fine) as part of a “zero

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reating the perfect boudoir is a labour of love. And this month is the perfect time to lavish love on your bedroom, and yourself, to get a better kip...

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March is National Bed Month when bed brands, including many based in Chelsea’s buzzing design quarter, are offering advice and deals on new beds and bedding, to encourage us all to sleep more soundly and deeply. Check out And So To Bed, Sweetpea & Willow, Original Bed Company, Button & Spring, Button & Sprung, Feather & Black, Darlings of Chelsea and Made. For all you fellow insomniacs out there, Matthew Walker’s Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams is well worth a read. The bestselling author’s latest tome is helping debunk unhelpful sleep habits. Notably; keeping a regular bedtime routine (including evening meditation if possible, Calm and Headspace apps are well worth checking out) and avoiding caffeinated drinks after 12noon and naps after 1pm. March 2019

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Don’t underestimate the power of a dark, cosy bedroom interior to lull your body into healthy circadian rhythms – this encourages REM-rich sleep to replenish energy levels. As you can see from the range of bedroom inspo pictures here, dark and moody colours are hugely on-trend at the moment. I’ve gone for Farrow & Ball’s Inchyra Blue on my boudoir walls, set off with a soft Middleton Pink on the ceiling and copper accents. It’s not as mad as it sounds – the effect is gentleman’s-club-meets hotel getaway. I can’t recommend a bold, dark hue highly enough – check out Annie Sloan’s new range. Switching off electronic devices, especially bluelight emitters, is a must for a good sleep, as is avoiding clocks or looking at the time during a wakeful night. If our brains are over-saturated with artificial light, this disrupts the release of melatonin, so echew overhead lights in favour of lamps; we love the infinity star (£9.99) and more by Lights4Fun and dimmable options. www.roundandabout.co.uk

Research shows, too, that most of us set our bedroom temperature too high to help you drop off soundly –18C is ideal for most people. Finally, don’t underestimate the power of great bedding to help you get a good kip! Senso-Rex, the company behind www.gravityblankets. co.uk, was founded in 2013 and its products have recently been winning rave reviews for easing stress and anxiety. State-of-the-art gravity blankets are tailored to your height and body weight to provide the sensation of being hugged or embraced and ensure a dreamy sleep. The Snoooze travel pillow has also been designed to give you perfect comfort and convenience when travelling. This revolutionary travel pillow, with zip compartments which enable it to expand and create a soft, bouncy luxurious feel, comes with a 100% cotton pillowcase and its own bag for easy transport . Visit www.snooozeworld.com Sweet dreams! @LizxNic @randamag Fulham R&A | 9

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A great night of live music is on the bill at Chelsea Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival.

njoy a night of bluesy rock action Under the Bridge at this Fulham Road festival with leading musicians, many of whom have learned their craft from the best. Brought to you by one of the leading blues and rock organisers in the country, Solid Entertainment, Chelsea Blues Festival is packed full of blues, as you might expect, rhythm and rock – pretty much as it says on the tin. Among the acts on stage will be Jethro Tull’s Martin Barre and his band. Martin has been the guitarist of Jethro Tull for 43 years. His sound and playing have been a major factor in their success with album sales exceeding 60 million; the band are a key part of rock history.

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As well as several Jethro Tull albums, Martin has worked with legends of the music industry such as Paul McCartney, Phil Collins and Gary Moore and shared a stage with Jimi Hendrix and Fleetwood Mac. Martin has put together a band to play music from Tull’s catalogue which includes musicians from a similar background.

Also on the bill are the Stevie Nimmo Trio; Stevie is one half of Scotland’s Nimmo Brothers with his roots firmly in the blues and er, roots world. JFK Blue are a stylish blues/rock band and have been described as having a Southern rock feel, and you’d imagine that’s the kind of vibe Bourbon Street Revival are channelling too mixing contemporary with rare and well-loved classics. The line-up is completed by Deep Sea Blue who pride themselves on being a “new wave of indie blues”. More acts are set to be announced but whoever else joins the bill it sounds as if it’s a night not to be missed on Saturday, 30th March, at Under the Bridge, SW6 1HS. Tickets £29. To book go to www.chelseabluesfestival.co.uk

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routes providing better, safer cycling facilities combined with improvements for pedestrians. The routes being improved include a fully segregated safer cycle pathway across the borough from Chiswick, down King Street and Hammersmith Road and all the way to Kensington. Work is scheduled to begin later this year. This will be boosted by improvements to the cycle highway along the A4 to make it ideal for faster and experienced commuting riders.

Alternatively, have you ever thought about using the river boat for your daily commute? If so, you can save 20% on all weekly and monthly season tickets bought before Saturday, 3rd March with MBNA Thames Clippers, London’s leading River Bus service. The offer also applies to existing paper season ticket holders converting to the app. Rather than having your face under someone’s sweaty armpit on the tube, commuters can in theory enjoy the benefits of a comfortable seat in the cosy cabin, a coffee (or post-work tipple) from the fully licensed bar, and a spot of fresh air from the outside deck as you hop on from one of 22 piers across the capital. The service starts in Putney, and travels directly to key central London locations. Passengers will save up to £40.26 on a monthly pass covering All Zones, paying £161.04 (normally costing £201.30). Visit www.mbnathamesclippers.com

If you’re of an artistic persuasion, get down to the final few days of sculptor Eve Shepherd’s exhibition, for some really special works of art on show until 6th March. Shepherd picks up on feminist topics within her sculpture, breaking boundaries as the first artist to exhibit a sculpture of a woman in the National Maritime museum. Inspired by her work with LGBT groups, including Girls Guides, Action Refugees in Lewisham and Mermaid, a group of gender diverse and transgender children. Visit 508 Gallery at 508 Kings Road, Chelsea, SW10 0LD. To find out more, visit www.508kingsroad.com or contact hello@508kingsroad.com or 020 3719 3109. The ballot has already closed to enter the Prudential London-Surrey 100-mile ride, but if you want to get involved there are various charity teams you can still join today for guaranteed entry. Join the team at Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity, whose vital work enables families who have a child with a life-threatening illness to make the most of time together. You will receive dedicated training support while you raise vital funds to help Rainbow Trust provide practical and emotional support to families with a seriously-ill child. Celebrating the legacy for cycling created by the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the ride starts from 5.45am in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, then follows

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Life story Multi-award-winning author Julia Donaldson tells us about her life & work as the stage adaptation of Zog goes on tour across the UK from this month onwards.

You’ve written almost 200 books – where do you get your ideas? “It varies, but I always develop the storyline fully in my head before I start writing. I think you read some books and you can tell people have made it up as they go along. But I always think, you wouldn’t start telling a joke if you didn’t know what the punchline was.” Q. Where did the idea for Zog the dragon come from? “My editor said ‘it would be lovely to have a story about a dragon’, so I started thinking and the name ‘Madam Dragon’ came into my head, which had a nice sound. My husband Malcolm, who is a doctor, also had some input. I knew Zog would keep meeting the Princess, and originally I was going to have them Stories help play together and toast marshmallows. you have Malcolm said ‘that’s a bit soppy, couldn’t it be something with a bit more oomph?’ And aspirations then I came up with the doctor angle.”

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Q. Do you try to give your books a happy ending? “I often think about the role of storytelling for young people. In life, not everything does have a happy ending – but I think to grow up with stories helps you have aspirations, even if life doesn’t turn out like that. Even as grown-ups, we know there’s a lot of sadness, but if we didn’t have those stories, aspirations and a sense of what’s ideal, life would be harder to live.” Q. What’s it like seeing an illustrator’s version of your characters? “I always say it’s like going on holiday – you’ve got an idea of how it’s going to be, and then it’s always different. But you just forget what was in your head before. I’m usually not surprised when I see Axel’s interpretation.” Q. What do you feel a theatre trip gives young children? “I remember going to see The Nutcracker as a child and I found it magical. I can still remember how I felt when the curtain went up. I suppose in a way it’s the same thing that a book gives you, in that while you’re reading or watching, you believe in a different reality. Even very young ones can just be transfixed by theatre.” ● Zog plays at various venues including Wycombe Swan, Guildford’s G Live and Oxford Playhouse between now and summer; visit www.ZogLive. com. We have a family ticket to be won, too – please visit www.roundandabout.co.uk to enter. March 2019

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Kurobuta seems to be on to a winning formula

It’s a trendy, lively Japanese “izakaya” – roughly translated as a post-work drinking spot with a fun young crowd; something akin to a pub or a tapas bar. Inside, well-dressed west Londoners are beginning their Friday night revelry with glasses of sparking yuzu sake and platters of tuna maki “roulette”, where one sushi roll is viciously spicy and needs to be washed down with another shot of sake. Kurobuta is not a stickler for authenticity, but the food is nevertheless very good. Miso-baked aubergine with candied walnuts is right up my street, and the pickled seaweed salad

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is crunchy and nourishing. Soft shell crab, salmon and spicy tuna maki rolls are all many steps superior to Itsu, and portion sizes are good. Our platter of yellowtail sashimi is excellent quality too, though strangely garnished with bright green caviar. Surprisingly for such a sushi devotee, it’s the Singapore fried chicken with mouth-wateringly tangy pickled cucumber and kimchi mayo steal the show. So often done wrong, the chicken was succulent and flavoursome, the batter perfectly crunchy. From the “junk food” section, which is apparently at the heart of the izakaya concept, our vivacious waitress Carmen encourages us to order a “sashimi pizza”. This conjures up revolting images of fusion sacrilege at its worst, but is actually a real treat, served on delicate crispbread without mozzarella or tomato in sight. The light-hearted restaurant started out as a pop-up, and seems to be on to a winning formula: they’ve got Jarr kombucha and raw fish for the health conscious, cocktails and signature sushi for the party goers, and Wagyu sliders and sticky barbecue pork ribs for the sheer indulgent. ● Kurobuta, 312 King’s Road, Chelsea, SW3 5HU. www.kurobuta-london.com March 2019

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uch is the chaos of my life that I’m both jealous of and intrigued by serenely organised people. So, after confessing my messy shame to Victoria Nicholson, founder of My Wardrobe Zen, I’m surprised to learn we have much in common... “Growing up and as an adult I was really untidy,” she says. “I used my creative mind as an excuse and that there was much more to life than something as mundane as tidying. I’ve always been messy. It’s not that I didn’t want to be tidy; I dreamed of neat shelves and clean stationery... but no matter how much I tried, my mess was always shifted from one area to another. “It wasn’t until the death of my parents Email when I had my ‘Eureka’ moment. When victoria@ sorting through my parents’ belongings mywardrobe (there was a lot, in fact so much that we ended up on two episodes of zen.co.uk Storage Hoarders), I had to get through everything in a short space of time so I scanned for items that I wanted to keep or that my sister would want. Everything else went in a big van destined for a women’s refuge centre.” You might have seen the Netflix programme and heard of Marie Kondo’s bestselling book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying about identifying which items in your home truly “spark joy” and 18 | R&A Fulham

eliminating the rest. Victoria, a mum of one who has a background in hotel management and as an office PA, read it in 2015. “It resonated,” she says. “I’d tried traditional decluttering but it was always a quick fix and nothing stayed tidy.” The KonMari™ method from Japan boasts a 0% relapse rate and has a positive, nurturing approach that Victoria wanted to share. Now a certified KonMari™ consultant and APDO member, she offers local residents a free 20-minute consultation. “By having a place for everything, tidying up daily is much quicker and by keeping ‘like with like’ it’s easier to find things. It’s important if you’re sharing a home to also let them know where everything is and store items logically. When I completed my tidying marathon I had clarity. My husband asked me to help him too and loves the results – he says it’s like looking at a nice shop display every morning. It was amazing to meet Marie [pictured] at the London KonMari seminar last year. I knew she was petite but not until she glided in did I appreciate how delicate she is. Yet she commands a huge presence that exudes inner strength. I’ve yet to be shocked by a client’s mess – we all lead busy lives and I know how easy it is for things to get out of hand. In some cases fear of letting go of the past or fear of the future or change has an impact on our environment.” March 2019

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a 100-mile route on closed roads through the capital and into Surrey’s stunning countryside. To sign up, visit rainbowtrust.org.uk/ridelondon100. For more information about the ride itself, please visit www.prudentialridelondon.co.uk/events/100

Friday, 8th March, is International Women’s Day, this year with a campaign theme of BalanceforBetter – a call-to-action for driving gender balance across the world. There will be a host of different events across London, including WOW - Women of the World Festival, taking place 8th & 9th March at Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall, SE1 8XX. Award-winning journalist and author Naomi Klein will headline the Saturday evening of this year’s WOW, with activist and writer Angela Davis and comedian Jo Brand also featuring.For tickets, visit www.southbankcentre.co.uk/wow or contact 0203 879 9555. For more, visit www.thewowfoundation.com

You may or may not have noticed, but more than 7,500 street lamps in Fulham and Hammersmith have been replaced with innovative, environmentally friendly LED lights. The new LED lights use half the energy of traditional street lamps, resulting in a spectacular 58% drop in energy consumption in the borough. This also means a big saving in the council’s running and

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maintenance costs, which can in theory free up money for other services. The brighter natural white light from the LEDs also gives better CCTV camera footage, for clearer video images and increasing the chances of successful convictions and deterring would-be criminals: win-win! If you’re looking to do something for a good cause this summer, sign up to the MoonWalk, which takes place on 11th May, starting and finishing in Clapham Common. Join thousands of other men and women wearing bras of all colours and sizes as they parade their way around London. Moonwalkers have the option of a full or half marathon, taking place throughout the night with fun and music. Registration is £49.50 and minimum sponsorship of £100. The dress code is “Disco Inferno”, so don your grooviest accessories and bras. The MoonWalk is a Power Walking challenge and running is not an option. For more information, visit www.walkthewalk.org The Brahma Kumaris centre in Kensington host regular spiritual talks and events, offering guidance on your inner journey of empowerment. This month, they’re hosting two events titled ‘Overcoming Anger: stop smarting, start smiling’. The events take place on Tuesday 12th and Tuesday 19th March from 6.30 to 8pm at the Kensington Center, 23 Stratford Road, W8 6QF. To register

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eel there’s a budding Eric Clapton or Charlie Watts just trying to get out..? Or maybe you just want to give your guitar or drumming skills an outing? This is the perfect opportunity to give it a go… Share in the joy of music on Learn to Play Day as venues all over the country encourage thousands to pick up and play a musical instrument. Whether you’ve never played before or once did as a child this is your chance to have a go for free.

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Learn to Play Day (or two days to be precise) is run by charity Music For All and supported by a host of big names including Jools Holland, patron of the Music For All charity.

“I’m delighted to lend my support to National Learn to Play Day on March 23rd and 24th,” says Jools. “It’s a pleasure to share the joy of music and this special day allows thousands to get involved as venues all over the country offer music lessons for free.” Jazz star Jamie Cullum is another supporting the 22 | R&A Fulham

A great national initiative aims to get us all playing an instrument whatever our skills and ability.

event. He says: “National Learn to Play Day gives everyone a chance to play an instrument, even if they’ve never played before. This wonderful day introduces thousands to the magic of music making, and often reunites people with a lost passion for playing. Get involved and perhaps discover a skill you thought you didn’t have.” Spreading the joy of playing an instrument is the key element of the two days, as Music For All CEO Paul McManus explains... “While we all may have different tastes and preferred genres, there is no doubt that music is something that is universally loved around the world. Our Learn to Play Day events are all about spreading the joy of playing and inspiring those of all ages to take up something that will not only have health benefits for the future, but that also brings so many people together.” Other Music For All ambassadors include Rick Astley, Aled Jones and Gareth Malone and who knows this could be your first foray into following in their footsteps! Take part at locations including Unity Centre, Balham, 020 8672 8095; Musicroom London, Denmark Street, 020 7632 3950; Yamaha Music London, Wardour Street, 020 7432 4400 and PMT Music, Clerkenwell on 020 7253 3283. Visit www.musicforall.org.uk/learntoplayday March 2019

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March is Wandsworth Enterprise Month, with an exciting programme of events happening in and around Putney, all designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs and established business owners start or grow their business. These will include advice clinics, seminars, workshops and networking sessions, taking place from 4th - 29th March. Most events are free, however a nominal charge applies to some events. An excellent line-up of speakers include Renée Elliott, founder of Planet Organic; Trish Halpin, editor of Marie Claire; and Jessica Huie MBE, author and entrepreneur. 8th March will see a femalecentered programme to celebrate International Women’s Day, with a line-up of inspirational award-winning businesswomen discussing the triumphs and challenges of running your own business. This event will take place at Winchester House, 10 Lower Richmond Road, Putney, SW15 1JN. For more information or bookings, visit www. wandsworthenterprisemonth.biz The Duke’s Head in Putney is hosting a vegan food and wine feast on Thursday 14th March, debunking

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You can step back to ancient Londinium without paying a penny at the revamped London Mithraeum and other Roman sites in the city, writes Cherry Butler.

isiting the Roman temple at Bloomberg’s European HQ, near Bank, seemed a good way to pass a spare hour. I booked free tickets online and turned up at the allotted time. In the 3rd century the site became home to worshippers of the god Mithras. Archaeologists unearthed the Mithraeum in 1954, then it was poorly reconstructed at Temple Court. Now the ruins are close to their original position, below modern street level, and re-opened in November 2017. A cabinet of artefacts dug up from the site fills a wall of the ground floor, and visitors can find out about each of the 600 items using a tablet provided.

Downstairs, there’s an opportunity to learn about the Mithraic cult by exploring interactive boards, while waiting to enter the dark room that contains the temple. Little is left of the building beyond the lower section, but light and sound effects evoke an atmospheric impression of the sacred space and its mysterious rites.

To see sculptures of Mithras’ head and a bull slaying scene from the Mithraeum, head to the Museum of London – its exhibits include ancient objects discovered around the city. Parts of the Roman walls remain near the museum and the Tower of London. And underneath Guildhall Art Gallery lies an almost 2,000-year-old amphitheatre, London’s answer to the Colosseum. All Hallows by the Tower and St Bride’s churches also have Roman remnants in their crypts. ● All these places are free to visit and open daily (London Mithraeum is closed on Mondays). Look out for open days at other Roman sites, too. www.cityoﬂondon.gov.uk/thingsto-do/visit-the-city/attractions

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wrap in cling film, and chill in the fridge. Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil. Add potatoes, carrots and turnips and bring back to the boil. Cook for four minutes, then add the broccoli. Cook until the vegetables are just done but still with a little bite – about another two minutes. Drain and leave to cool. While the veg is cooking, melt the butter in a large frying pan. Add the onions with a pinch of salt and

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• 400g waxy potatoes, diced • 300g carrots, diced • 150g turnips, diced • 200g small broccoli florets • 15g butter • Two onions, thickly sliced • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped • 175g Cheddar cheese, grated • 2 tbsp finely chopped parsley • 50ml milk or water • 1 tsp Dijon mustard • 200ml double cream • Sea salt Pastry: • 125g plain flour • 125g wholemeal flour • 150g cold butter, diced • 1 egg, beaten

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London Assembly Environment Committee are campaigning to hold the Mayor of London to account and regulate aircraft noise more strictly, something which is a particular bother to West Londoners. They argue that there should be no night flights over London, a review of flight paths to maximise the use of continuous descent and ascent, a reduction in noise emissions, as well as opposing the creation of a third runway at Heathrow. Got a view, get in touch with environmentcommittee@ london.gov.uk to express your thoughts and comments. On the evening of the 11th March, more than 1,800 children from schools across Berkshire will take to the stage at the Royal Albert Hall for a sensational celebration of music and song. Titled Music Leads the Way, the event is organised by Berkshire Maestros charity, and will include performances from Berkshire County Youth Choirs and Berkshire Youth Symphony Orchestra (BYSO). The event takes place from 7-9pm at The Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, Kensington, SW7 2AP. To buy tickets, visit www.royalalberthall.com/tickets

A three-day wellness programme comes to Old Billingsgate from 1st - 3rd March, showcasing nutrition, emotional and physical wellbeing across talks, workshops and experiences to inspire and motivate everyone seeking their own ‘Live Well’. The programme includes a Live Cooking & Nutrition Theatre, and taster session of meditation, HIIT, breathing and mindfulness, reiki, boxing, perfume workshops and everything in between. Guest speakers will include Liz Earle and ‘The Medicinal Chef’ Dale Pinnock. Tickets are on sale now from £35 and are all inclusive. For more information and to purchase, visit www.livewelllondon.com Finally, finally, it’s my favourite day of the year... Pancake Day! I’m not even joking – what better excuse to gorge yourself crepes, hotcakes, scotch pancakes and galettes for breakfast lunch and dinner?! If you don’t fancy making them at home, Where the Pancakes Are in Flat Iron Square (between London Bridge and Borough underground stations) cut no corners in frying up some of the best pancakes in town, and will be serving pancakes from 7am til Midnight. Closer to home, the Crêpe Factory at 297 North End Road in Fulham prides itself on being the best restaurant in the whole of London, a fact still to be verified.

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