by Jacintha Verdegaal | Aug 17, 2015 | Europe, United Kingdom
Trying to see more of the UK this summer, I jumped on a train and went to a town that’s famous for its picturesque cobbled streets: Rye. Rye is one of those places you’ve probably never heard of if you’re not from the UK, but look up any...
by Jacintha Verdegaal | Aug 10, 2015 | City trip, Europe, Food & Drink, London, United Kingdom
London is a city full of temptations when it comes to food. And if it were up to me, I would eat it all. I love the food scene in London, but after two years of indulging in afternoon teas, brunches and eating out, I’m now really trying to live a healthier life....
by Jacintha Verdegaal | Aug 3, 2015 | Art & Culture, City trip, Europe, London, United Kingdom
Until recently the only way I knew Osterley was as one of the many stops on the Piccadilly line to Heathrow. It’s when you know you’re not in zone 1 or 2 anymore because you’re above the ground (and can use your phone). I never thought any of these...
by Jacintha Verdegaal | Jul 30, 2015 | City trip, Europe, London, United Kingdom
So it turns out that when you move to a new city, after two years you’ll need a separate bookcase for all the books you’ve collected about your new hometown. You’d think I’m doing a PhD on London…I’m not. Writing a blog post also...
by Jacintha Verdegaal | Jul 27, 2015 | City trip, Europe, London, United Kingdom
Despite my fear of heights, I can’t deny that London looks incredible from up high. I’d already faced my fears when I visited The Shard. But for a spectacular view of London including The Shard, you need to be at London’s latest panorama attraction:...
