Amy W.

Review of The Zanzibar Club

09 Jan 08, 10:29

Rumble in the Jungle

Another great place to catch live music on Seel Street and the place to see

Liverpool's finest before they make it big, The Coral and Zutons both were regulars here, most nights host a range of local talent. On a good night.

I can't think of any venue that can compete with the atmosphere, I try and go at least once a fortnight to check out someone new, though when a name band is placing its good to get there early. The music does vary quite dramatically so it is always advisable to check the line up before you head in. They offer dj nights as well as live music and though the place is not huge it does have an ample dance floor.

Dinks are your usual fare and reasonably priced, staff were pretty friendly and efficient. Overall a great night out whether you want to dance to great tunes of appreciate some great live acts – it is my destination of choice for something different in the city.

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Review of Twinkled

16 May 07, 17:50

Retrosexual nirvana

This lovely retrosexual store in Kingly Court sells everything from the Thirties to the Sixties that's kitsch and classy. There's a great selection of homewear, like Babysham glasses, bar tools or even vintage swizzle sticks, plus there are more substantial items of furniture. The vintage clothing is good - especially the accessories (like Mary Quant tights and socks in their original packaging). Plus, the staff are normally kitted out in nominally Fifties garb to look the part, are full of advice about how to complete a look, or where to go if they don't have something in stock. All in all, a real find that you'll happily spend half an hour exploring - and probably buying up.

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Review of Poilane

14 May 07, 15:55

It really is better bread

This is the most exclusive bakery in London, supplying the top chefs and only select delis. It is mind-blowingly expensive, but also very, very good. This is artisan food at its very, very best. The legendary sourdough is the Rolls Royce of the bread world, baked in a woodchip oven (built exactly to the owner's specifications), and containing pro-biotic yeast, so it is actually good for you. If you thought bread was just bread, try this - you'll never want to eat anything else. Excellent croissants, pastries and other baked goods are also on sale.

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Review of Aglio e Olio

10 May 07, 08:45

Fasten your seatbelts...

This restaurant is always rammed. It is also a very odd shape. Long and thin. It has a canteen feel, it's noisy and bustling and a bit stressful. It is also a great deal of fun. The weird shape also makes it strangely atmospheric. The food itself is wonderful. I love Italian and this is really, very good. Don't go here for a leisurely dining experience. The service was a bit hurried but I think that adds to the overall sense of the place.

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