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THE LONDON PHOTOGRAPH FAIR –
SPECIAL EDITION
The London Photograph Fair, the
UK's only established vintage
photograph fair, is to present its Special
Edition, to be held on 19 and 20 May at
The Great Hall, King’s College London,
adjacent to Somerset House.
The London Photograph Fair Special
Edition coincides with Photo London
next door at Somerset House. The
London Photograph Fair is the
marketplace for great finds in Vintage
Photography.
This third annual Special Edition sees
fifteen established international dealers
brought together, selling unique and
original works from the dawn of
photography in the 1840's through the
19th and 20th Centuries.19th Century
pioneers will be seen alongside Modern
Masters from the 1920’s, rubbing
shoulders with rare daguerreotypes and
1960's film and fashion images.
The Special Edition is a must-see
event for anyone with an interest in
photography and its history, providing
an unbeatable opportunity for new and
experienced collectors alike to see and
buy a broad spectrum of original vintage
and historic photographs.
THE AMERICAN BAR RELAUNCHES
AT THE STAFFORD LONDON
This month, The Stafford London is
relaunching the hotel’s much-loved
American Bar. Following a beautiful
refurbishment, Culinary Director Ben
Tish will introduce an exciting menu that
showcases the Mediterranean flavours
for which he is known. There will also be
an innovative new cocktail list inspired
by the local St James’s area.
The American Bar at The Stafford
London is one of the few remaining
BATEAUX WINDSOR EXTRA CRUISES
Royal wedding watchers heading for Windsor can enjoy all the pomp and ceremony
of the occasion from a unique vantage point – the River Thames. On the afternoons
of 18 and 19 May, Bateaux Windsor is offering extra cruises on its vessel, Melody,
past Windsor Castle, Eton College, Windsor Racecourse and Romney Lock.
‘American’ cocktail bars that became a
familiar site in London and Paris during
the 1920s and 30s. Its lively atmosphere,
intimate corners, quality service and oldschool
glamour have made it a favourite
meeting place for both hotel guests and
visitors for over a century. Furthermore,
retaining the wonderful history of the
room, the space will remain adorned with
signed photographs from the hotel’s
famous patrons.
Bar Manager Benoit Provost, who has
been at The Stafford for 25 years, has
overseen the new Journey Through
St James’s cocktail list that tells the
secret stories of the hotel and the
secluded streets that surround it,
including the new QM which combines
Tanqueray No. Ten, Brillet pear liqueur,
Bénédictine and Dubonnet, the tipple of
Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother.
Created by Ben Tish, the new menu at
the American Bar has been inspired by
the food of Italy and Spain, with a dishes
perfect for a light bite or a decadent feast
shared with friends. British charcuterie
from Cannon & Cannon and freshly
made sandwiches will be served
alongside snacks such as spring pea
croquettes with truffle aioli and chorizo
and piquillo skewers with marjoram.
The Stafford London will be screening
the Wedding in The American Bar, The
Lounge, and The Game Bird restaurant.
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