Are you a plant lover? I am. I love the deep connection I feel to the earth when I'm digging in the dirt. To me, it's cathartic. And having a proper garden is one of the things I miss most about my home in the States. But since I've been in London I've grown to [...]
Category: London
London’s Lavender Fields
London does flora exquisitely. Roses abound along with cherry blossoms and wisteria at springtime. The city is world-renowned for its the famous Chelsea Flower Show. But did you know that, in addition, lavender grows beautifully? Although lavender is believed to be from the Mediterranean as well as India and the Middle East, it was brought [...]
Kew Gardens Orchid Festival
On Galentine's Day, some friends and I went to Kew Gardens to see their 24th annual orchid festival. I had never been to this particular event so I was very excited to see it. The theme this year is Orchids: Celebrate the Colour of Colombia. I was surprised to learn that the South American country [...]
The Hammam Experience at Harrods
Have you heard of a hammam treatment? This experience is definitely not for the faint of heart. Check your modesty at the door and prepare to emerge with the incredibly soft, smooth skin as well a feeling of revitalization. A Brief History of Hamman Hammam is actually a blend of Roman and Turkish bathing rituals [...]