SOUTH KENSINGTON AND THE KINGS ROAD Z STAY The Pelham is a fabulous little five star boutique hotel, which is close to South Kensington tube station. Each room has its own style, with a mix of modern and antique design throughout, ensuring that there is something for everyone. The hotel also boasts its own Michelin star chef, Alfredo Russo, at their La Trattoria restaurant onsite, where you can enjoy a very special breakfast, lunch and dinner. There is also the option of partaking of traditional English afternoon tea in the hotel’s wood-panelled drawing room. Z SHOP Buzzing with cute cafes and great designer shops, the Kings Road is the perfect place to spend an afternoon. Although it is busy, it is a more relaxed environment than Oxford Street, where you can expect the shops to be a bit less crammed and a little more exclusive. Get the John Lewis experience at Peter Jones, with a more serene version than at the eponymous company on Oxford Street! Browse the Duke of York Square
just across the road, home to 30 chic stores including All Saints, L K Bennett, and one of London’s top hairdressers, Richard Ward, for those seeking a new look this Christmas. Be sure to reserve your appointment in advance as this popular hair salon gets booked up fast. Z EAT For those with an early start, head to Beaufort House for a truly delicious breakfast which will provide some much needed fuel for the day ahead. There is something for everyone, including health gurus who should try the Beaufort Healthy Breakfast, consisting of smoked salmon or chicken with poached eggs, chilli, avocado, spinach, quinoa and sourdough toast. The Bluebird is a traditional British brasserie with tasty modern food in a beautiful setting. The venue encourages a social vibe, with an array of sharing plates and smaller dishes. Enjoy classy cocktails at the marble-topped bar after dinner, which takes centre stage in this elegant space.
Christmas Lights display on Duke of York Square just off the fashionable King’s Road in Chelsea, London, a lovely pedestrianised area close to Sloane Square
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