We spent the early part of December in London, visiting old friends and new sites. I lived in London from 2003-2009, and this was my first trip to Europe since moving to California. It was bittersweet to be back in Blighty. I didn't realize how much I missed the life there until I returned. Of course, life in Los Angeles is pretty swell, too! I'm so lucky to have two places I am privileged to call home.
Hope everyone who is celebrating has a very merry holiday!
Bond Street
Annabel's
We were most intrigued by the Polish-Mexican bistro in Shepherd's Market.
Carnaby Street
Oxford Street
Selfridge's on Oxford Street
Kensington Palace
Sloane Square
Swanky street decorations in Belgravia
Harrod's Food Hall
Buckingham Palace and St. James's Park
Oxford Circus
Regent's Street near Piccadilly Circus
Christmas flower stall
Borough Market
Borough Market
Mayfair
Menorah and Christmas tree (tree given annually by Norway in appreciation for World War II) in Trafalgar Square
Long Acre
Smithfield Market.
Somerset House
Christmas Market in South Bank