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Afternoon tea at The Berkeley The Icebar ITINERARY: FEEL-GOOD FACTORS Indulgence is the name of the game this month. Our handy guide suggests some great ideas for raising winter spirits, spoiling loved ones, or treating yourself. By David G. Taylor 1 BAG A BARGAIN It’s amazing what a pick-me-up shopping can be, and this month is the perfect time to get extra value for money with January sales taking place across the city (p. 60). Department stores like Harrods, Selfridges and Liberty’s are great places to hunt for bargains, while there are more than 250 stores to choose from at the glamorous Westfield London shopping mall in Shepherd’s Bush (all p. 62). 2 TAKE TIME TO PLAY Bring out your inner child. Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland (until 6 Jan) boasts funfair rides, an ice sculpture show and London’s largest outdoor ice rink (Daily 10.00-22.00. Admission free). Or enjoy a vintage carousel rides, roasted chestnuts and more at the Royal Botanic Gardens (until 6 Jan, p. 30). Hyde Park, W2. hydepark winterwonderland.com Ë Hyde Park Corner. Map C3. 3 ENJOY AROMAS Luxurious perfumes, scents and colognes are excellent for boosting your mood. Penhaligon’s (p. 64) has wonderful fine fragrances for women and men, such as its gents ‘Sartorial’ cologne, inspired by London’s own Savile Row. Elsewhere, Cire Trudon, founded in 1643, is the oldest candle-maker in the world. Visit its only boutique outside France for scented candles. Marie Antoinette herself was a loyal customer. 36 Chiltern Street, W1. 020 7625 7952. ciretrudon. com Ë Baker Street. Map B4. 4 GET PAMPERED Book yourself a rejeuvenating treatment at one of London’s excellent spas. For women, Covent Garden’s The Sanctuary offers relaxing massages, facials and more. Fellas, however, needn’t miss out as the Nickel Spa (p. 60) is especially for men. 12 Floral Street, WC2. 08455 214 567. sanctuary.com Ë Covent Garden. Map B6. 5 HAVE A CHOCOLATE TREAT Chocoholics know what a mood enhancer it can be. Kids and adults will love exploring M&M’S World London in Leicester Square (pictured right, p. 65). Meanwhile, The Hotel Chocolat brand has outlets all over the capital, including The Rabot Estate – its large Borough Market chocolate shop and café. 2 Stoney Street, SE1. 020 7403 9852. rabotestate.com Ë t London Bridge. Map. C8. 6 EAT CAKE Afternoon tea is the quintessential English tradition and a wonderful treat. The style conscious will enjoy The Berkeley hotel’s fashion-inspired Prét-à-Portea. Its new Winter Collection offers cakes, biscuits and macaroons resembling catwalk classics, including a designer handbag-shaped Victoria sponge cake (pictured). For lots more afternoon tea ideas, turn to p. 87. 7 HAVE IT ON ICE Don’t fight the winter chill, embrace it, with a cocktail at the Icebar (p. 89). Cool in every sense of the word, inside everything is made of Swedish ice. Experience -5°C temperatures as you enjoy the ambience. Then warm-up in the neighbouring Belowzero Restaurant or Reindeer Lounge. ICEBAR © PAULINA HOLMGREN, FOTOGRAF PAULINA AB 10 | visitlondon.com|LONDON PLANNER|January 2013
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