It's our weekly London roundup starting with a few headlines that caught the eye in London this week, click the links for the full stories...
And finally, this from the Get West London website, featuring the sign from the Wonky Teapot cafe... at least we HOPE it says wonky...
Read the full story HERE.
Weather Quote Of the week:
We picked this one up in the Evening Standard following an abortive "snow storm" earlier this week, Tweeted by BBC Radio 1 producer Derek Knight...
It's valiantly trying to snow in London, but it's melting as soon as it hits the cynicism.
- Derek Knight (@delrico)January 29, 2015
Best Feet Forward - Walking & Shoe News This Week
Now this one we LOVE: it's best to learn while walking as opposed to sitting...
"Students feel freer to talk when they are outdoors than when they are in the classroom. It is noticeable how much easier it is for individual students to express their views on these walking seminars, particularly when the class is split into smaller groups."
See? Walking makes you smarter (esp London Walks, natch). Read the full story in Medical News Today HERE.
Ladies, Here's Where You're Going Wrong
Some advice on how to walk in high heels... written by a man, of course.
"Many girls learn just by, at best, putting a pair of their mother's on and tottering around their houses; others, at worst, decide they'll use their first time out clubbing to learn.
It often takes an outsider to point out a social group's flaws and so I hope my guide will be of some assistant in quelling the gaggle of girls who tend to look more elephant than elegant."
Read more in The Daily Mail HERE.
And here's one from The Ministry of Doh: don't text while walking...
"Beyond the thoughtlessness of walking texters, there are the safety problems. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, distracted pedestrians are involved in thousands of accidents and even fatalities each year."
The Ups and Downs In Property "News"
Valentines at the Grant 14th February 6.30pm to 9pm
Grant Museum of Zoology, Rockefeller Building, University College London, University Street, WC1E 6DE Price: £5
They've always got something imaginative and fun at the Grant Museum for Valentine's Day and this year is no exception. Here's what they are up to this year...
"Birds do it, bees do it, even educated fleas do it, so where better to do it yourself than at the Grant Museum of Zoology.
Whether you're looking for love or seeking to impress your Valentine date, join us for a special late opening. Discover the Museum after-dark, enjoy a drink and uncover how seduction is done in the animal world with our Valentines themed specimen labels.
There is no need to book just drop in any time between 6.30pm and 9pm, tickets are sold on the door and cost £5, which includes a free glass of wine."
If You Do One OTHER Thing In London This Week...
Our weekly slot in which we point you in the direction of other happenings and events in our great city. A new exhibition, a gig, a museum, a pop-up-shop - the best of London within a few minutes of a London Walks walking tour.
The largest Elvis exhibition outside of the US is currently in residence at the O2 - nice to see the space vacated by the much-missed British Music Experience being used for a musical exhibition.
From his car to his rhinestone-encrusted Vegas suits to his army uniforms, Elvis will NOT be leaving the building until August, but booking is essential for this display comprising more than 300 pieces from the King's Graceland home.
As is always the key with the best of such exhibitions, the music is never very far away. The strongest section of the exhibition is the Vegas "comeback" concert special of 1968, where we see not only Elvis's chair and guitar as used in that TV special...
... but are treated to the joyful sight and sound of a man hitting his stride and getting back to the thing he does - and loves - best after a long period making terrible movies in Hollywood. If you'd forgotten why he is the King, then head out to North Greenwich. We'll never be able to make up for the disappointment of Elvis neglecting to ever play live here in the UK, but this is the closest we'll ever get.
Seen In London This WeekSt Paul's in a giant ball bearing...
(As posted on Instagram earlier this week)
DC Editor Adam writes... Hungry in Soho? Well take this tip from London Walker Susan -who divides her time between Connecticut and NYC and told me a great story about seeing Paul Simon live at a fundraiser in a local school hall with Harry Connick Jr on the same bill.
Susan pointed out Bar Bruno on the corner of Wardour and Peter Streets...
... and sang its praises. "Quiet, great price and a MOUND of pasta. I didn't want to stop eating it."
Thanks Susan - as I said to you on Friday, these recommendations ALWAYS sound better coming from our London Walkers.
Have a great week all!
A London Walk costs £9 - £7 concession. To join a London Walk, simply meet your guide at the designated tube station at the appointed time. Details of all London Walks can be found at www.walks.com
