Carie's reviews
Review of The Collection
21 May 07, 22:27
Good in the week, horrid at the weekend 
During the week, when it's quiet enough to get a seat, this place can be a lot of fun. The space itself is interesting and I like the dark cavernous feel of it. At the weekends it's full of sleazy bankers trying to touch your arse while you wait at the bar. To be avoided.
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Review of Twins
20 May 07, 10:30
Cobbler, cobbler mend my shoe...
I blame my parents. At just a shade over 5'2" (on a tall day), it's no surprise that I've developed a serious high-heel habit. And, while the stiletto is the natural bedfellow of the vertically challenged, it comes at a cost - namely endless trips to the cobbler for a lifetime of re-tipping, retouching, polishing and patching. Twins on Kingly Street is not going to win any prizes for presentation. It's shabby rather than chic, it's got one chair for while-you-wait service and I'm not sure anyone who works there speaks English - but make no mistake, this cobbler is my best friend. No matter how much you wince when handing over battered, bedraggled shoes ? clearly the casualties from too many too good nights out ("Please, can you help - can you do anything") - he just smiles and gives you a ticket. Minutes/hours/days later (no timeframe to big or small) you'll swap that ticket for primped, polished shoes that look like new - and all for £4.95. There's also dry cleaning, key cutting and other cobbler-ish things happening here - all at similarly good-natured good value.
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Review of The Sun and Doves
14 May 07, 23:27
Good for art students, locals and yummy mummys
Great arty pub which hosts private views and often has live music. Popular with art students, locals and yummy mummys. The bar has relaxed seating as well as comfy battered sofas and lots of unusual decorations - love the cheeky bum-shaped vase. Food is good, but a tad on the pricey side for pub grub - mains are around £8.50 and upwards.
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Review of Bistrotheque
08 May 07, 13:29
Beyond bistro
Housed in a converted sweatshop, Bistrotheque has great food and unique entertainment. An eclectic mix of transvestite talent shows, musical soap opera, cabaret, off-beat comedy and just about anything else you could legally stage , makes this a fabulous one-stop destination for the evening.
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Review of Masala Zone
08 May 07, 11:53
Keeping it street
Head here for a speedy lunch or light bite and you won't be disappointed. The street food selections (thali, your choice of curry, salad, dhal & rice) are served up on stainless-steel trays and give you the chance to taste a wide selection of food. Service can be slack if you're in a big party.
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Review of Shepherd Foods
07 May 07, 12:27
The corner shop, but not as you know it
Effectively the local shop for the area, but don't expect penny chews and pot noodles , this is Primrose Hill, darling. As well as having a delicious deli at the back, the shop stocks every flavour of tofu under the sun, cured meats straight form Italy, candy from America, tomatos tend to be sunblush and crisps are likely to be of the root vegetable variety. Jam-packed with exotic goodies it's very easy to come out with bags full of stuff when all you went in for was some chewy.
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Review of Vintage Magazine Co
06 May 07, 11:02
Does what it says on the tin
eBay has put a pretty big dent in second-hand and vintage trade, but nothing quite beats visiting a store like this first hand. It's the kind of place that has been built out of love and the archives of magazines, prints and postcards that line the walls and shelves are testament to this enthusiasm. It's a bit musty and a bit dog-eared around the edges, but that's part of the charm. A good way to pass a few hours, whether you're on a nostalgia trip, a gift hunt or are a more serious collector.
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Review of Goodwoods
05 May 07, 10:47
Got wood?
Got wood? Or just need wood? Goodwood has it all. If you're testing your DIY ability with a shelving project or embarking on more major refurbishment, Goodwood is the place for you. They can cut wood to a milimetre accuracy, so all you DIYers get out your tapemeasures and get down to Goodwood
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