Claire's reviews
Review of Lakeland
21 Apr 08, 20:59
Something for someone who has everything 
Lakeland has come a long way from the catalogue my Mum used to get when we were kids... What I love about this store is they sell stuff you didn't even know you needed - genius. If you enjoy cooking or cleaning (who enjoys cleaning I hear you guy, my friend Josie is the reply) then this is the shop for you. Amazing gadgets, gizmos and whatsits to make your life easier, cleaner and more sparkley!
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Review of Bluewater Shopping Centre
21 Apr 08, 20:56
The largest shopping centre in Europe
Bluewater is amazing, there is no getting away from it. It is designed in the shape of a triangle so in theory you walk less than a traditional straight up and down shopping centre. However, I find this means I come out of a shop and get disoriented and end up walking back the way I have just been - doh, maybe it's just me. When I used to live in Kent it got to the point where I was actually bored of shopping in Bluewater, hard to believe I know. Anyway, I'm back loving it now... absence makes the heart grow stronger.
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Review of The White Co
21 Apr 08, 20:50
Wait for the sale 
Yes the white company sells gorgeous linens, towels, dressing gowns and candles.. but I really recommend waiting for the sale. That way you can pick up a gorgeous set of waffle sheets for a more reasonable price than what they cost originally. It is a fabulous shop for a browse and it smells so good.
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Review of Mr Pretzels
21 Apr 08, 20:47
Get them while they're hot
If you're lucky Mr Pretzels will be handing out free samples of large warm yummy pretzels covered in crystalised salt when you walk past. The only problem is, you will then be forced to buy one 'cos they taste so good - I guess that's the idea ;-) Watch them make them infront of your eyes and enjoy! Just don't have one two often I'd imagine they're terribly bad for you.
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Review of Carluccios
21 Apr 08, 20:09
Don't opt for a chain restaurant in Brighton
With Carluccios you know you're going to get good Italian food (they do serve great breakfasts) and this one is in a fab location right in the centre of town... But come on... you're in Brighton don't opt for a chain.. go for one of the millions of brilliant independent restaurants in the city.
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Review of The Chimney House
21 Apr 08, 20:05
Great gastro pub in Seven Dials 
The Chimney House is a great little gastro pub in Seven Dials. The menu is very simple, just a few choices for each course (so if you're very picky it might not be right for you) and the food is very good. The owners try to use British produce wherever possible. Their parents own a free range beef farm in Scotland so I'd recommend the beef!! Prices between £8-£10.50 for a main course so very good value. They also have an excellent wine list.
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Review of Drakes Hotel
21 Apr 08, 19:57
Boutique Hotel with a roll-top bath in the bay window!?
Drakes hotel is where all the bigwigs in our company used to stay when they came to Brighton. Times are tighter now, so I hope they stay in the travel lodge!? Anyway, I was invited to see one of the rooms (do you want to see my etchings stylee!?) and was amazed to discover a roll top bath in the bay window overlooking the sea - mad! There was also a wet room for more shy guests. Anyway, it's not cheap but it is special. The cocktails are amazing but start at £7.50 a pop so make sure the company credit card is behind the bar.
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Review of The Ebony Room
21 Apr 08, 18:28
Tinkle the ivories
Really popular piano bar on Brighton Marina. The pianist who was there last time I visited was excellent. Made me think of Billy Joel when he was forced to perform in bars in California to escape the IRS. It has an incredible cocktail and champagne list.
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Review of The Brighton Dome
21 Apr 08, 18:24
Best venue in Brighton
The Brighton Dome is a fantastic concert venue. It's a beautiful building right in the heart of Brighton. Wherever you sit you get a good view and 'cos it's quite small you feel really close to the stars. I saw the Zutons here and the atmosphere was excellent. If you get a seat upstairs be warned you can't stand up, so if you want to dance go for a standing ticket downstairs. Oh and the bar is fantastic - really funky and fairly quick service for a concert venue.
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Review of Lavender Room
21 Apr 08, 18:17
Ended up buying gift tokens
A friend of mine asked for "anything from the Lavender rooms" for her 30th birthday. I'm afraid I ended up buying her gift tokens 'cos I was totally overwhelmed by the incredible gifts, smellies, accessories, socks, slippers, lingerie. Is it possible for a shop to have too many lovely gifts? I think in this case it might be.
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