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Fouquet's... How can I Forget?!!!

2008-11-03T10:31:00.000-08:00

My visit in Paris is never complete without dining at Fouquet's.

This posh gastronomic paradise has made it to the headlines in 2007 when France announced the winning lead of Nicolas Sarkozy as the new President, and immediately Sarkozy went straight to Fouquet's to celebrate with his family and closest friends!

But long before that, this brasserie which was founded in 1901, has been the favorite spot of the high profile personalities like Winston Churchil, Franklin Roosevelt and celebrities like Marlene Dietrich and socialite Jackie Onassis.

On my first day in Paris, I went straight to Fouquet's for lunch. For a traveller on a budget like moi, I skipped breakfast to splurge on my lunch here which costs 80 Euros. It is quite steep for the pocket but the experience beyond the food here in Fouquet's is all worth it!

Located in the corner of Champs-Elysees and George V with Louie Vuitton at the other corner, this place is perfect for people-watching and enjoying the Paris air! That's the reason why I prefer to sit outside. Dining inside is best for intimate dates and family gatherings or business meetings.

Right beside my espresso is my Paris guide. It contains the list of places to see and the map for the directions. I got this guide from Fouquet's itself. Just ask the waiter if they still have a spare.

The French want their coffee strong and black. They love the impact of a strong espresso. Don't be fooled by it's small size, for like Napoleon Bonaparte, it kicks ass!

I emptied two cups of espresso that afternoon! I enjoyed the view too much and it cost me 16 euros for my coffee.

On my way back to my apartment, I decided to take a walk. One thing to note about Paris is that this city was built for walking.

In my previous visits I didn't have the time to walk for I was always rushing. Now, I have all the time in the world to enjoy Paris.

As I was crossing the intersection of Rue du Faubourg Saint Honore and Rue Percier, I literally crossed paths with a Filipina socialite in her big Jackie O shades. I recognized her and I called out her name.."Sandie!", and she took off her shades and looked back swaying her hair elegantly. And we were both in an 'OMG!-you-are-here' reaction. Then we exchanged contact numbers to keep in touch.

A few days later, we spent an afternoon of Champagne at Fouquet's... and it was so much fun!!!

Sandie and I were oblivious of the people around us. We exchanged hearty laughters as our conversation was getting more an more revealing. And now we both can't forget the line - "At pumosisyon agad ang lolo mo!"...hahaha...

Cheers to a beautiful in Paris and lasting friendships! I love the way Sandie speaks French...so elegant and sexy!

This champagne afternoon at Fouquet's will forever be remembered by Sandie and I. We learned so much about each other and the leassons that life has taught us.

As soon as I am back in Manila, Sandie will host a dinner for me at her home. We have truly bonded a beautiful friendship here in Paris.

All I can say is that.."At Fouquet's, how can i forget?"... Bisous!

At Home in Paris

2008-11-02T15:05:00.001-08:00

There is something about the air in Paris that makes me feel... "I am home!".

This is not my first time in Paris but i have kept 'that enthusiasm, excitement and the curiosity of a child going to the Disneyland for the first time' everytime I visit the City of Lights; and more so now in this particular visit as this would be my longest to date - five weeks!

Yes, after spending four weeks in London, I'll be exploring Marie Antoinette's playground and Napoleon's greatest treasure, Paris! Welcome to my humble home in Paris! I am standing outside the veranda at the 4th flr of this 200 hundred year old building located at the heart of the city. I am very lucky!

My apartment is located in the 8th arrondissement (district). Ask anyone who is familiar with Paris and they will tell you that this district is simply fabulous! Out of the 20 arrondissement in Paris, the 8th is one of the 3 major business districts and with the most important structures and establishments.

My neighbors are Champs-Elysees, Arc de Triomphe, Opera, Place de la Concorde, and Nicolas Sarkozy and Carla Bruni! Yes, at the end of my street just three blocks from my corner is Elysees Palace, the official residence of the President of France.

And how on earth did I end up here? The answer is written in the stars. Hahaha...

Two years ago, on my last visit to Paris, my soul-sister Karen introduced me to John, a Filipino who has been living in Paris for more than twenty years. And it was in this exact same apartment where we stayed.

And since then, John and I have become close friends.

When I told John that I will be visiting Paris this year, he offered for me to stay in this apartment. John and his family lives in another beautiful home outside Paris so he gave me the keys to this beautiful apartment.

Welcome to my Paris home...

Friendships bonded in London!

2008-10-26T18:25:00.001-07:00

One of the best things about travel is that you get to meet old friends you haven't seen in ages and by some cosmic alignment, you encounter new acquaintances that you know will blossom into real friendships. The reverse of this equation could also be true; but I thank the heavens that it isn't the case for me. I am very lucky to have bonded beautiful friendships while I was in London.

I want you to meet my friends...

Meet Philip...
PHILIP DE VERA - Businessman, Hair & Make-up Artist

Philip is one of the pioneering Filipinos working in London (30 years now) and his success story is one for the books. Now, he runs a Beauty Salon and Spa right in the heart of Earls Court in London. I first met him when I interviewed him in London for Pinoy Abroad three years ago. And since then we became very good friends. And he was very kind to provide my accommodations for this particular trip. Thank you my dear friend.

Meet Patrick...
PATRICK REYNO - Art Connoisseur and Patron, Businessman

Patrick and I arrived in London practically at the same time, only a day apart. He is London now for his further studies on Contemporary Arts. For the first time, it was only here in London that Patrick and I had spent long dinners that's just the two of us. Back in Manila, we only share short talks in parties or events. After a couple of dinners in an Italian and an Indian fine Restaurants, we both have shared common interests that will be of significance in the weeks to come. We are eyeing to work on some ambitious projects in time. All the best for us!!!

Now, meet Tats...
TATS LOCSIN - newbie mom and CEO of her household

Ginggay Joven re-introduced Tats and I when she learned that I was visiting London. But Tats and I first met more than five years ago while I was an Executive Producer of Wish Ko Lang! and she was Head of Corp. Comm. of La Farge. We were working on a particular project together for Wish. Now, Tats is a full-time mother to her super cute baby boy and housewife. She is also the best tour guide in Canary Wharf as she reigns supreme in knowing every corner of the district. We had lunch at a Lebanese restaurant in the her neighborhood. And boy, she knows everyone in that resto.

Meet Bart...

BART MAMARIL - Receptionist in a Dental Clinic

KAROL HOFILENA - Artist

ANGELA KIM - Korean student in London

GARY VALENCIANO - Multi-awarded Singer/Performer, Artist

ANGELI PANGILINAN - wife & manager of Gary, President of Genesis Entertainment

CHARO SANTOS-CONCIO - President of ABS-CBN, Actress, TV Host

London is NO cheap place to visit!

2008-10-23T15:56:00.000-07:00

Whoever said that 'living in London is cheap' is definitely lying! I dare say that when you are broke, London is a no-no! When you are on a budget like moi, make sure that you are smart...well, very smart! After all, it is both a science and art to plan a trip going to London and it takes beyond wisdom to know how to do it your way! The easiest way to go around London is to maximize the efficiency of their Underground transport system. I get a 7-day card (cost: L 24.00 = P2,000.00) that allows me to go anywhere in Central London at anytime. Very cost-efficient for an on-the-go traveler like moi. You can also use the card for all buses within the city especially when you intend to be home after midnight. All trains in the underground tube stop at midnight. Taxis on the other hand, can tear your pocket! I tried it once to look for a club and it cost me 17 pounds (P1,400.00) for a less than 10 minute ride. Never again.

Welcome to the wet market section of Harrod's. It is in this part of London that I saw for myself the big difference between a Manila life from London's high standard of living!

Star fruit or Balimbing = L 15.50 /kg (P 1,300.00 bawat kilo!)

No wonder that very few "balimbings" are here in London!

Fresh Coconut = L 10.50 each (P 870.00 bawat isa!) Wala akong masabi!!!

Pineapple = L 9.95.00/kg (P 830.00 bawat kilo!)

Now, lets check if we can afford the meat and fishes in this section...

I whole chicken = L 13.85 (P 1,150.00)

And yet we are already complaining that Andoks have increased their prices!

Pork Loin = L 12.50/kg (P 1,040.00 bawat kilo ng baboy!)

Tenderloin = L 13.50/kg (P 1,120.00 bawat kilo!)

Pork Chop = L 8.50/kg (P 705.00 bawat kilo ng pork chop!)

Spareribs = L 8.00/kg (P 670.00 bawat kilo ng baboy!)

Beef Sirloin = L 26.95/kg (P 2,232.00 bawat kilo ng baka!)

Big Fish in Orange = L 18.20/kg (P 1,507.00 ang bawat kilo!)

Mackerel (Galonggong) = L 7.75/kg (P 650.00 ang bawat kilo!)

Lemon Sole (Tilapia) = L 17.95/kg (P 1,500.00 bawat kilo!)

King Crab = L 44.95/kg (P 3,730.00 bawat kilo!)

Prawns = L 44.50/kg (P 3,690.00 bawat kilo!)

Lobster= L 44.95/kg (P 3,730.00 bawat kilo!)

Now, we can all be thankful for the food we eat!!!

100 years of Francis Bacon at Tate Britain

2008-10-22T16:10:00.000-07:00

Francis Bacon is the greatest British painter of the 20th century! His works provoke your innermost emotions and move you to contemplate about Life in the most gripping way.

I was first introduced to the art of Francis Bacon only 5 years ago when I visited my friend Carlos Cecilio in Amsterdam. Hanging on his wall is a Francis Bacon print that he got in New York from his travel years ago. I was stunned, awed, aghast, titillated all at the same time by the painting on the wall. From that day onward, I became a Francis Bacon fan! Head IV, 1961

I am priveleged to have been in London when the entire United Kingdom celebrates the Centennial Year of Britain's greatest 20th century painter with the most extensive exhibition of his work from 1930's until his death in 1992. Bacon lived a life "from the gutter to The Ritz".

The Exhibition opened on the day I arrived in London (Sept. 11 '08) and will run till February of next year. This is a "must-see" for anyone who loves contemporary art. This is a fitting tribute to the celebrated artist. Astonishing! Extraordinary! Inspiring!

Francis Bacon is not only my favorite contemporary artist/painter, he is also one of my Gay Icons!

Bravo to Bacon!!!

Figures in a Garden, 1936

Study for a Portrait, 1952

Three Studies for Figures for At The Base of a Crucifixion, circa 1944

Triptych, August 1972

Triptych Second Version, 1988

A Day at Tate Britain

2008-10-22T15:23:00.001-07:00

Tate Britain is home to British Art since 1500 and admission is free!!! Just come in your fabulous self to savor the classics, modern and contemporary art! I love Tate!

A Day at The National Gallery

2008-10-09T16:44:00.000-07:00

Behind me is the Big Ben and right off my back is the Trafalgar Square and am facing the National Gallery...
The historic building behind me is the National Gallery - home of hundreds of paintings from the masters like Rembrant, Picasso, Van Gogh, Klimt among others.
As you enter the building, you are welcomed by this magnificent dome and their friendly staff. But for security reasons, it is only upto here that a visitor is allowed to take pictures inside the museum.
Admission is free and donations are optional. Clearly, even if you have nothing in your pocket, you can still enjoy an elegant and sophisticated day by yourself or with friends and be overloaded with the most valuable artworks in the world!

I had the most amazing day inside the National Gallery. I suggest you go on a Wednesday night not only because they extend visiting hours upto 9pm (on other days, it closes at 5pm)... but more significantly there is a first-come-first-serve seating at a Classical Piano and Violin Consierto from two of the up and coming classical artists in England.

Autumn in London

2008-10-09T16:00:00.000-07:00

As summer ends, autumn begins. This is the time when the leaves start to change color before they fall on the ground. Here are some of the images of Autumn in London as captured by my camera at the Buckingham Palace Gardens...
Behind me is the famous lake which has been a witness to the Love and War in the history of England. The entire garden occupies more than 17 hectares located right in the middle of Central London. Walking the gravel pathway on my way out of the Palace, I can't help but imagine the romantic encounters of prince and princesses and kings and queens that happened right here...
A falling leaf... an autumn moment...

As I followed this leaf as it gently rested on the ground I discovered from a very tiny "label" that each plant and flower in the garden is identified by its scientific botanical name. And there are more than 300 rare species of fauna and flora in the garden.
One hybrid specie of flora named by the gardeners as the "London Calling" was presented as a gift to The Queen on her 70th birthday! Maintaining the beauty and the lushness of the garden are eight full-time gardeners and three part-time gardeners and accordingly, one of them is a Filipino.

Hail to The Queen!

2008-10-05T16:21:00.000-07:00

Long live the Queen!

This is a portrait of Her Majesty taken by my favorite photographer Annie Liebovitz. The location of the photo shoot for this portrait is at the corner of the one room in the Palace that caught my imagination... The Buckingham Palace London - The Official Principal Residence of the British Monarch the London residence of Her Majesty The Queen and one of the most famous buildings in the world. It is one of the few working royal palaces remaining in the world today.... Originally a country house built for the Duke of Buckingham in 1703. It was only 1837 when Queen Victoria became Queen and took up residence that it became the official home of the British Monarch.

"The State Rooms form the heart of the working palace and are lavishly furnished with some of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection - paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens, Poussin and Canaletto; sculpture by Canova; exquisite examples of Sèvres porcelain; and some of the finest English and French furniture."
"For centuries magnificent banquets have been an integral part of royal ceremonial and the traditional way to mark significant events. Among the most important of these occasions is the State Banquet, held in honour of a visiting Head of State. This is the occasion when Her Majesty and other members of the Royal Family entertain specially invited guests on the first evening of a State Visit. During the course of her reign The Queen has held 97 State Banquets."
" The horseshoe-shaped table traditionally used on such occasions will be dressed with a dazzling display of silver-gilt from the magnificent Grand Service, first used to celebrate the birthday of George III in 1811. Lavish buffet arrangements of jewelled cups, ivory tankards and chased dishes, sconces, shields and basins will be arranged along each side of the room."
On top is my favorite room in the Palace and I can still remember some exciting details about this room. This is the only room that is predominantly white and accentuated with gold which creates the regal and immaculate ambiance of the entire space. The windows here is facing the magnificent garden allowing the rays of the sun to lit the room. The painting at the end of the hall, if am not mistaken, is that of Queen Mary. I was awed by the elegance of the portrait. In truth, I was envious. To the right of the painting is a secret door to the wing where the Queen resides. And below the painting and right on top of the chimney is a sculpture of Apollo riding on his chariot where the wheel of the chariot is a clock (still functional) that was a favorite of King George IV. I love this room!
The windows on my back are the windows of my favorite room closest to the secret door.

No picture-taking is allowed inside the State Rooms for security reasons. But as you step outside the door at the back of the Palace as you enter the famous gardens, you are already allowed to take as many photos as you can.
To show my respects for the Queen and the British Monarchy, I wore my exquisite brooch that I designed myself and the coat designed by Dolce & Gabbana. And yes, I was in my signature stilettos at the entire tour except at the gardens.

Walking on the steps of The Queen

2008-10-05T15:47:00.000-07:00

This is not my first time in London, but definitely my first time to enter the State Rooms of Buckingham Palace that only the Heads of State are usually welcomed on official State Visits.
Today, I feel every inch a Queen being welcome by Her Majesty in her own home....
On top is the back view of the Buckingham Palace. The window that you see is the window to my favorite room in the palace...the White Room.

I felt priveleged to have entered the home of The Queen. And to have made it on the last hour of the last day of the tour, I knew that I was meant to be inside the Palace, walking the very steps walked on by The Queen.

The ticket cost me 15.50 pounds, around P 1,280.00, but the experience is priceless!

Admission is by timed ticket with entry every 15 minutes throughout the day. Tickets are valid only on the date and at the entrance time specified on the ticket. Regrettably, late-comers cannot be admitted.

The visit lasts between 2 and 2½ hours.

Inside the Buckingham Palace!

2008-09-29T18:38:00.000-07:00

Today, the Palace Gates which are usually close to the public is open.... but tomorrow it is back to being closed as this is the last day of The Palace Tour...

I am very lucky to have made it to the last day of the Palace Tour! I was able to book my ticket online and the only available slot was at 15:15 on September 29. I did not realize that it was the last hour of the last day of the Palace Tour. I was very lucky!!!

This day is also the last day of summer season. As the gates of the Palace close from the public visits, the winds of Autumn begin to blow and I look forward to embrace the distinct London autumn cold. Let the layering begin....

The London Fahionistas!

2008-09-29T18:29:00.000-07:00

London Fashion Weekend

2008-09-28T17:25:00.000-07:00

The London Fashion Weekend is a 5-day event immediately following the Fashion Week. This is a venue for the "Fashionistas" in the city - those who are not directly involved with the Fashion industry but are equally "movers and shakers" of the scene. Am talking about the real people who make the industry fluid not just with fabrics but significantly with GBP Great Britain Pounds! It is only in London that gaining more "pounds" is IN!Your Fashion Chronicler was there on the first day.... and boy, i was truly impressed! I could only hope that we can organize a real Fashion Week in Manila one day...

The huge tent that was set-up for the different events at the Fashion Week is now home to over a two hundred fashion labels both high fashion and street fashion... both local and international... name it, they have it!

The event is open to all Fashionistas but not to the general public. The fliers being distributed during the entire Fashion Week becomes your first pass to the event. But a ticket is needed to be purchased upon entering the red carpet gates to the tent...
A ticket to your entry to the "Enchanting Fashion Kingdom" would only cost you L 15.00. Not bad for a vanity feast! and inside the tent is everything Fashion!
The entrance traffic is so organized that even with the influx of a thousand guests from all over the world, a riot scene is too remote to even occur. The organizers, exhibitors and anyone part of the event are all in sleek black suit!

Imagine Rockwell Tent multiplied 10 times with a second storey... almost doubling the ground floor area...that's how huge the venue is!

My David! My Life!

2008-09-27T18:44:00.000-07:00

David is my man, my soulmate, my partner, my life, my love.
He is in Madrid at the moment but I feel he is with me here in London everyday. A line from David's letter for me... "Our love is contradictory, beautiful, full of ups and downs.But it's wonderful, is perfect.Intense, sometimes when I touch my body and I read your words .. I can not anymore !!.. I can not breathe, I can not breathe without your mouth on my mouth.It is absurd, I never believed in these things.My past is black and dark, full of pain and personal vendetta.And now I can only thank you for your light, your smile.I need you my love."
He is an architect, a musician, an artist... a Renaissance man.
We both enjoy our "chocolate" together...
Very soon I will be living with him in Madrid. One major factor why am in Europe now is David. Don't ask me why...

Plastic Art at Trafalgar

2008-09-26T13:34:00.000-07:00

This is The Trafalgar, a very discreet and unique hotel right in the heart of historic central London. It is so discreet that you wouldn't even notice that its a boutique hotel and a (non-branded) Hilton property at that! The most luxurious trend here in London is all about being "unique" and "discreet". The most posh establishments here never scream their labels. You have to be in-the-know to know! and I knew! hahaha...
The only reason why I was drawn to The Trafalgar was because a particular modern art piece caught my attention from a far while I was walking at the Trafalgar Square... Plastic!

"PLASTIC" is the title of the Exhibition of local artist Robert Bradford at The Trafalgar. It's a series of sculptures where TOYS are built up in clusters by means of screws.
"The placement of toys on the sculptures most often refer to skin/hair/muscles or internal bones/organs of the body, but may represent clothing, things carried or activities carried out by the human or animals being represented. Sometimes the toys have several of these functions simultaneously" - Mauger Modern Art Gallery

Robert Bradford, the artist, is trained as a painter at Ravensbourne College of Art and as a film maker at Royal College of Art. He began working on "PLASTIC" in the late summer 2007. Selected figures from this collection will visit New York, Milan and Amsterdam this year.
The other thing i like about this exhibition is that it within the walls and corners of this bar and restaurant in the hotel lobby called Rockwell. So while I was sipping my cosmopolitan (one of the best!) I managed to befriend a couple of businessmen who wanted to squeeze in some "fun" in their business trip in London!

London Summer

2008-09-26T10:45:00.000-07:00

At the Canary Wharf - the financial district of London.
Relaxing at the Green Park. Even these seats are works of art!

At the Buckingham Palace gates. Yes, it's open!

I am very lucky to have arrived at London on a summer season. The sun is up and there is no rain. London is known to be always gray and gloomy and wet, but for the last two weeks that I'm here, it's always a sunny day! Walking at the Piccadilly Circus... the red bus and the red phone booths are everywhere! The Londoners are keen on branding and creating a "look" of their city. Something that our "leaders" need to look, no pun intended, into!
On my way to the Buckingham Palace...
The London Eye...
At the Green Park... the last day of summer and the following day is already autumn!
But sunny day here does not mean "hot" and "humid" like ours in Manila. It's still a little colder than Baguio at 17C. The blue skies like the one i captured in this photo is rare sight in London. So guys, lets appreciate our everyday sky of blue...

The Londoners' Look!

2008-09-26T10:38:00.001-07:00

I love the shades!!! Very modern and not robotic-futuristic! And look at the bag! I love the coordinated hat, vest and jacket! Very English! I love the romantic ruffled mini dress with a vintage neckpiece coupled with a pair of gladiator flats!

London Fashion Week

2008-09-26T03:41:00.000-07:00

At the London Fashion Week, the best place to shop is nowhere else but Harrods! i love these Dolce & Gabbana bags! So chic and so fab!

Alex of the Bags Section in Harrods was so kind in showing me the latest collection for autumn and winter. And he secretly offered me a huge discount! Don't ask me why! Hahaha...

The Anya Hindmarch Bag Collection in Harrod's are so great, big labels are inspired by their distinct design and luxurious style!
If Audrey had breakfsat at Tifanny's, I had an early dinner at Harrod's! Hahaha...

On my way to the Vivienne Westwood Event at the Selfridges in Oxford Street.

OMJ: Oh My Josh!!!

2008-09-25T16:23:00.001-07:00

I cant get enough of Josh!!! The sexiest man alive! And he smells sooooooooooo good!!!

I did not hesitate to extend my camera to Josh and ask him to take our photo together. The bodyguards could not do anything only because Josh said its Ok! Indeed there is no harm in trying! And my smile couldn't hide the thrill and the excitement of this moment!

OMJ: Oh My Josh!!

2008-09-25T16:07:00.000-07:00

Josh was so kind to not just place his signature on my ticket but more significantly scribbled my name on it! When I told him that I'm from the Philippines he immediately said, "I love the Philippines!", and asked for my name and wrote it on my ticket! What a man indeed!!!

Josh is a STAR! There is something about him that exudes Old Hollywood appeal effortlessly. He reminds me of Cary Grant as i have read from my mom's magazine collection when I was younger. And yet he also posses that warmth and friendliness that you hardly get from stars in this 'age of the divas'. Just take a look at these snapshots I took...

Honestly, the reviews about Josh's West-End debut as Charlie is short of being spectacular. His acting was, to me, two dimentional. It lacked the depth and distinct acting style that was needed for his character. But I was able to enjoy the scenes where he took off his shirt... wow! What a body!!! And his legs seemed endless and so smooth...I was drooling! And his tatoo was just way too sexy!!! okay... I need to stop... or else....
I LOVE JOSH!!!

OMJ: Oh My Josh!

2008-09-25T16:00:00.000-07:00

Dreams do come true...
Amidst the pandemonium of ladies from different continents wanting to have a moment with Josh, I managed to have him posed for my camera. His killer smile killed me!

Rainman

2008-09-24T13:33:00.000-07:00

I got my ticket at the box-office of Apollo Theater at L 47.00 (around P 4,500.00). I was very happy! But here in London, there are cheaper ways to purchase anything! And the key is to do your research through the net and plan ahead. If I had plan my 'Rainman' experience ahead, I could have gotten the same seat at L10.00 (P 900.00) less. But never mind... am here for Josh!

'Rainman' is an adaptation by Dan Gordon based on the MGM Motion Picture with the story written by Barry Morrow and directed by Terry Johnson. The one thing that amazed me about this play (other than Josh, obviously) is the set design created by Jonathan Fensom. it is so slick and the color palette defined the era.

The play as some of you are familiar already from the Tom Cruise movie, is all about 'unconditional love''. This theater piece examines the nature of love, understanding and connection. I left the theater filled with LOVE!!!!

I Dreamt of Josh

2008-09-24T12:49:00.000-07:00

Fronting the Apollo Theater at the Shaftesbury Avenue at the Piccadilly Circus.

Last year, I wrote on my Dream Book that one day I will meet the Hollywood actor Josh Hartnett. He went to the Philippines to tape for a movie but he was so elusive that I never got the chance to meet him.

Back here in London, I read from my "street guide" that Josh is in town playing a lead role in the West End play RAINMAN. I wasted no time in booking myself a good seat at the Apollo Theater to actualize a wish.

Wearing the leopard print coat I wore in my recent trip to Hollywood, I was all set to see Josh Hartnett in person... and ultimately fulfill a dream.

I Love London!

2008-09-24T09:56:00.000-07:00

London is so busy and so huge one needs a free and handy "Guide".

Grab a copy of your free paper anywhere from every street corner and evry public transport available in the city.

To get one from a goodlooking guy like Emile Mehmet (he is Turkish-Italian) is already a treat in itself.