RHS Chelsea Flow Show 24 - 28 May 2011, Royal Hospital, Chelsea, London
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is the UK's leading gardening charity dedicated to advancing horticulture and promoting good gardening. Helping people share a passion for plants, to encourage excellence in horticulture and inspire all those with an interest in gardening. Founded in 1804 the RHS has a rich history in plants and horticulture and their Chelsea Flower Show in London draws in national and international interest and is an annual event.
So if you are spending a few days at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2011, why not take the opportunity to get out and about and discover the delights that London has to offer as one the UK's leading cities.
Eating out during the Chelsea Flower Show
Of course you can visit the normal tourist haunts like The Dorchester or Claridges. But there are plenty of other restaurants to try offering world class cuisine from around the world.
For example, the Connaught Hotel. This is one of London's finest old-school hotels so it makes sense that the restaurant strives for, and lives up to, the same reputation. The five-star hotel recently underwent a huge refurbishment programme and the restaurant was included in this. It coincided with the launch of Hlne Darroze at the Connaught and involved Parisian designer India Mahdavi adding a contemporary elegance to the restaurant without distracting from its sense of history and its location.
While each successive chef has been given carte blanche with the menu and the style of food. They have been allowed the freedom to carve out their own niche whilst staying true to the core principals of a top quality dining experience in the heart of London.
The Connaught has a historical resonance and yet it has also moved fluidly with the times and it continues to immerse itself in contemporary life and culture. All these elements combine to make it a classic establishment that is an elegant addition to the Mayfair landscape.
Take a walk on the Westbourne River Walk
START: Paddington Underground Station (District, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Bakerloo Lines)
FINISH: Sloane Square Underground Station (District and Circle Lines)
LENGTH: 5 km (3 miles)
TIME: 212 hours
REFRESHMENTS: Around the half-way stage a choice of either the Dell caf/restaurant in Hyde Park next to the Serpentine or, just a little bit further on, one of the cosy pubs in picturesque Kinnerton Street; otherwise, Paddington Underground near the beginning of the walk and Sloane Square Underground towards the end are both surrounded by all kinds of eating places
SIGHTS: Hyde Park, the Serpentine, Knightsbridge, Belgravia, Sloane Square and Chelsea Hospital
NOTE: If possible, plan to finish the walk at low or lowish tide on the Thames; otherwise it may not be possible to see the Westbourne's outfall. To find out when low tide is, either consult tide tables online (the BBC website has a good collection) or ring the Port of London on 020 7743 7900.
Take time out from the normal tourist destinations and discover one of the many secrets that London has to offer.
So if you are spending a few days at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2011, why not take the opportunity to get out and about and discover the delights that London has to offer as one the UK's leading cities.
Eating out during the Chelsea Flower Show
Of course you can visit the normal tourist haunts like The Dorchester or Claridges. But there are plenty of other restaurants to try offering world class cuisine from around the world.
For example, the Connaught Hotel. This is one of London's finest old-school hotels so it makes sense that the restaurant strives for, and lives up to, the same reputation. The five-star hotel recently underwent a huge refurbishment programme and the restaurant was included in this. It coincided with the launch of Hlne Darroze at the Connaught and involved Parisian designer India Mahdavi adding a contemporary elegance to the restaurant without distracting from its sense of history and its location.
While each successive chef has been given carte blanche with the menu and the style of food. They have been allowed the freedom to carve out their own niche whilst staying true to the core principals of a top quality dining experience in the heart of London.
The Connaught has a historical resonance and yet it has also moved fluidly with the times and it continues to immerse itself in contemporary life and culture. All these elements combine to make it a classic establishment that is an elegant addition to the Mayfair landscape.
Take a walk on the Westbourne River Walk
START: Paddington Underground Station (District, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Bakerloo Lines)
FINISH: Sloane Square Underground Station (District and Circle Lines)
LENGTH: 5 km (3 miles)
TIME: 212 hours
REFRESHMENTS: Around the half-way stage a choice of either the Dell caf/restaurant in Hyde Park next to the Serpentine or, just a little bit further on, one of the cosy pubs in picturesque Kinnerton Street; otherwise, Paddington Underground near the beginning of the walk and Sloane Square Underground towards the end are both surrounded by all kinds of eating places
SIGHTS: Hyde Park, the Serpentine, Knightsbridge, Belgravia, Sloane Square and Chelsea Hospital
NOTE: If possible, plan to finish the walk at low or lowish tide on the Thames; otherwise it may not be possible to see the Westbourne's outfall. To find out when low tide is, either consult tide tables online (the BBC website has a good collection) or ring the Port of London on 020 7743 7900.
Take time out from the normal tourist destinations and discover one of the many secrets that London has to offer.
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