Have you been naughty or nice this year? Well, London’s naughtiest waffle shop, Zizi Factory’s new cheeky Christmas collection will guarantee make you want to be on the naughty list.
The last year was long and frustrating even for Santa, so this Christmas it’s OK to be…khmm…not so nice.
Zizi Factory’s fanny Christmas collection is something to get ad-dick-ted to. It includes three different saucy flavours to sink you’re your teeth into (please, be gentle).
A naughty candy cane Willy/Fanny
A cheeky chocolate snowflake Willy/Fanny
A sexy Christmas miracle Willy/Fanny
The Willy waffles are soft and chewy while the fanny waffles are thinner and crispier. Both types cost £7 and you can ask for a ‘happy ending’ for extra pleasure.
Even Santa’s Been Naughty This Year
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I tried Sexy Christmas Miracle waffle which is basically a naughty penis shaped Santa. They didn’t have pink icing and sprinkles when I visited them, so they made it in pink. I didn’t mind it because it even went better with the “I licked it so it’s mine” neon sign.
Hot Drinks
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They’ve recently introduced their hot drinks menu. Apart from the classics, they offer oat milk cappuccino, oat latte macchiato, vanilla latte macchiato and other coffee specialities to warm you inside (if you still need to).
Bad behaviour actively encouraged!
Ready for your next adventure? Step back in time in Charles Dickens Museum and find out how the famous novelist celebrated Christmas in the Victorian era.
Chila Burman, the artist behind Tate Britain’s Diwali-inspired installation last winter, transformed the South Hall of Covent Garden’s central Market Building into a dazzling neon wonderland.
The epic neon installation launched yesterday evening (26th August) and will be there till the end of October for the public to enjoy.
“Do you see words in rainbows?”
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“Do you see words in rainbows?” is displayed in purple neon lettering at the entrance. This is a celebration of the artist’s Hindu Punjabi culture. The kaleidoscopic installations will bring joy, positivity, and a touch of magic to people’s lives.
An Illuminating Instagram Heaven
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There is a neon tiger right at the entrance to take a selfie with. In the centre of the hall an octagon shaped installation is suspended while other whimsical neon sculptures illuminate the hall. Lips, ice creams, peacocks, and uplifting words floating in exuberant neon colours all over the place.
You might have a friendly encounter with familiar sculptures that have seen displayed at Tate Britain last winter. This is because the artist is committed to recycle and reuse her previous installations and lights.
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Plus, “as part of the installation, Covent Garden will donate £1 to the LGBTQ+ charity the Albert Kennedy Trust for every photo taken and posted to Instagram with the hashtag, #CoventGardenInRainbows.” – Independent announced.
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Wandering through the glimmering neon installations is really an experience and is definitely something you will want to share on your ‘gram and TikTok.
Opening Times
This dazzling electric art installation is free to visit and open from 7pm to 12pm daily until the end of October.
Ready for your next adventure? Why not visit God’s Own Junkyardin Walthamstow and explore neon signs appeared in the most famous blockbusters, like Avengers, Batman or Tomb Raider?
Although, there is a limited number of walk-ins every day, advance timeslot booking recommended to avoid disappointment.
‘Let It Go’!
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Disney pop up experience is an annual tradition in Covent Garden. Sadly, we had to survive last year was without theatre shows, so naturally, there was no Disney experience either.
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That’s why this year’s pop us is bigger and better than ever because this “is a much-needed dose of fun where guests can enjoy the craft and beauty of our productions.” – said Fiona Pearce, marketing director at Disney Theatrical.
‘Be Our Guest’
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The experience is free for everyone to walk around and enjoy the behind the scenes of Disney Theatrical Productions’ timeless shows.
You will see original costumes, props, and puppets from The Lion King, Aladdin, Mary Poppins, Beauty and the Beast, and the highly anticipated upcoming show, Frozen (the musical is launching this August).
There are plenty of photo opportunities to shine on your Insta, interactive games and workshops, PLUS special events not to be missed.
‘Everything you see exists together in a delicate balance.’
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Lots of different techniques are used to create a range of fabric and costumes for the shows. Digital printing, weaving, beading, embroidery and tie-dying just to name a few.
Here are some mind-blowing facts about the shows:
There are more than 232 puppets in The Lion King
There are 22 hand-beaded corsets, each of them consists of thousands of individually sewn beads in The Lion King
More than 40,000 Swarovski Crystals make Elsa’s Ice Palace sparkle
In Frozen, 75 wigs are used during show nightly
It took 41 days for a person to bead Elsa’s Ice Dress
154 costumes are on stage during the show, Frozen
Ready for your next adventure? Visit London Wonderground, a Summer Playground with comedy shows, modern circus, dinosaur world, vintage rides, city beach, outdoor bars and much more.
If I say ‘London’, many of you probably say Big Ben, London Eye or Tower Bridge. But London is much more than that. It’s full of colourful hidden gems and colourful places, many of which look like scenes from a fairy tale.
In this blog post, I’ll show you the most colourful spots, corners, buildings, mews and streets in London. Some of them are even famous for something. Enjoy!
Notting Hill is the Heaven of colours. Levander, electric blue, lime green, peach and rose. There is a hidden gem around every corner waiting to be discovered.
Need a little sunshine in your life?
27 St Lukes Mews
Hands up, if you still love the iconic movie ‘Love Actually’ with Keira Knightley, Alan Rickman and Hugh Grant.
Remember Mark and Juliet’s “to me you are perfect” doorstep scene? Well, this is the iconic pink house from the scene.
Actually, the whole St Lukes Mews is as colourful as a rainbow.
Portobello Road
Apart from its antique market, Portobello Road is most famous for its bohemian streets.
Colville Road
No, this is not a monochrome photo.
Denbigh Terrace
Who would not love living within these colourful walls.
A row of pastel buildings.
Hillgate Place
A quiet place in the middle of the city. If you’re on the hunt for a quiet yet romantic spot, Hillgate Place is definitely a choice.
Hillgate Street
This beige corner house is just perfect for a romantic photo shoot.
Jameson Street
Loving this Instagrammable pink corner house.
Jameson Street is full of adorable little colourful houses.
Pretty in pink.
Farmer Street
Would you live in a dreamy house like this?
And they lived happily ever after.
Camden Town
Camden Town is one of the craziest districts of London. If you want something out of the ordinary, you will definitely find it here. Camden Town is the district of peculiar shops, wondrous street art and colourful streets.
Hartland Road
Those colours…
Bonny Street
Dress up in matching colours.
Little Venice
You can find these vibrant colourful lights under the bridge when leaving Paddington Station.
Kentish Town
Hidden gem within a couple of minutes walk from the station.
Kelly Street
Identical buildings but no two colours are the same.
Carnaby Street
Carnaby Street is most famous for its extraordinary Christmas decoration and its cafes and shops. But you can find brilliant colours and sparks here in any season.
It’s worth to visit at night.
Covent Garden
Covent Garden is a shopping and entertainment hub. There is always something to see here.
Neal’s Yard
A lovely little place with hidden bars, cafés and of course, sparkling colours. A must-see.
Infinity Chamber
Located in Conduit Court, Infinity Chamber encourages visitors to stop for five minutes and loose themselves within Infinity Chamber’s ever-changing vivid colours and silver mirrors.
Peggy Porschen
Peggy Porschen is probably London’s dreamiest cake shop. Peggy Porschen is famous for their seasonal shop decoration, pink walls and Instagrammable cakes.
Holland Park
Holland Park is not just worth a visit for its beautiful park.
Pottery Lane
This pink corner house at Pottery Lane is a lovely hidden gem. What a spot for an epic photo!
Portland Road
Did you know that this googly-eyed pink front door belongs to the hip handbag label Hill & Friends’ founder, Emma Hill?
An impressive black and white building.
A floral building.
This contrast…
King’s Cross
This 90-metre long underground light tunnel takes you from King’s Cross and St Pancras stations to Granary Square, where stylish shops and restaurants are waiting for you around the canal.
Did you know that the tunnel has also been used as a catwalk during London Fashion Week?
Paddington
Hidden behind Paddington Station, Conduit Mews is a tiny little place with adorable rainbow houses.
Primrose Hill
Primrose Hill is villagelike area of grand Victorian terraces and pastel-coloured buildings and terraced houses.
Chalcot Square
Beautiful colourful Victorian buildings.
The Pink House the Inspired the Writer of the 101 Dalmatians
This is the real house that inspired the author of 101 Dalmatians.
Dodie Smith published his heart-warming book in 1956. He lived nearby, in Dorset Square and had 9 dalmatians, including one named Pongo.
He passed the pink house regularly on his daily walk with his dogs to Primrose Park and the house got him the inspiration to write his classic tale.
Shoreditch
Shoreditch is a Mecca of colours. You will find entire buildings covered in graffiti here.
Rainbow building.
Graffiti building.
Graffiti walls.
The Mosaic House
This private house belongs to the artist Carrie Reichardt, who started decorating her home with tiles in the ‘90s. As a result, the house and the two cars parking in front of it are covered in millions of tiles, telling hundreds of stories and containing hidden messages and references.
The front of the house is beautiful, but don’t forget go around and see the back of it, too.
Did you know that The Mosaic House is available for rend through Airbnb?
The Wallace Collection
The Wallace Museum was a private townhouse owned by Sir Richard Wallace, who built an extensive collection of furniture, paintings and arms and armour from the 17th and 18th century.
Each room has different flourish colour, making the museum super Instagrammable.
Did you know that there is a restaurant in the heart of Soho where the legendary Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison and Ringo Starr used to eat when they were in London?
This restaurant still exists, it’s called Beso, and it offers special The Beatles themed and inspired cocktail menu. Plus, a The Beatles themed private room is available for private events.
The Beatles
Back then in 1963, Beso was a Steak House and the legendary members of The Beatles often visited it for a nice dinner when they were around Covent Garden and Soho. At that time, they often used napkins to write songs and ideas on them.
Did you know that The British Library has an amazing collection of memorabilia, including birthday cards and lyrics quickly written on napkins?
This photo was taken in 1963 when the band was enjoying a dinner and you can find this picture on the wall, right next to the stairs leading down to The Beatles themed private room.
The Beatles Inspired Cocktail Menu
You could sit at the same spot where John Lennon, Ringo Starr or Paul McCartney once did, and sip a cocktail speciality designed around the band.
Which one would you try first? John Lemon, Paul Martini, George Fashion or Ringo Grinco?
I decided for John Lemon and I didn’t regret. It was a not too sweet not too sour cocktail. Perfect on a hot Summer day.
The Beatles Private Room
The Beatles private room offers a great spot to chill and relax and to feel the spirit of the music legends.
Here you can find all the books ever been published about the band and some other themed souvenirs.
Beso Restaurant Today
Today, Beso is operating as an Italian restaurant and voted as one the best dinner restaurants by Tripadvisor in 2019.
The food is inspired by the authentic Italian dishes shaken up with some exciting contemporary touches.
Ready for your next adventure? Why not visit the Bond in Motionfilm museum nearby at Leicester Square and admire the original cars, submarines, costumes and props from the James Bond films?
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