Following its launch at a sell-out festival at the Bush Theatre last year, the storytelling circus Storystock comes to the Saatchi Gallery on King’s Road for the Easter holidays this year, from 7th to 27th April. Suitable for children aged from 4 to 13 years old who love stories, Storystock combines stories with art, artists and art-isms and will be … Read More
Feng Sushi in Kensington introduces their Grab & Go takeaway range
Most of you Kensington locals will surely have taken a delivery of Feng Sushi at some point in their lives – I’m certainly no exception! From their 11-piece salmon box (which I keep all to myself and never share with anyone) to their seaweed salad, their Japanese fish and chips – I’ve certainly indulged a number of times of the years. … Read More
It’s All About Piano! returns to the Institut français, 4th to 6th April
From 4th to 6th April 2014, the Institut français in London will celebrate the king of all musical instruments with its second piano festival, It’s All About Piano! Come down to discover the infinite possibilities offered by the black & white keys, from recitals to film screenings, kids activities, workshops and much more. Rising stars and the greatest pianists – … Read More
Exciting Kensington Mums events taking place in March!
Favourite local kids and family website Kensington Mums have a number of exciting events lined up for March that we’re sure you’d love to know more about and join in with! First up, on Friday 7th March (10am – 2pm), Kensington Mums’ Motherhood Project will be featured in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea’s celebration of International Women’s Day. … Read More
Kensington and Chelsea College Open Days, 4th & 6th February 2014
Come down to the Kensington and Chelsea College Open Days this February when you can take advantage of their free 1-2-1 courses and careers advice from specialist tutors and careers advisors. Taking place from 4pm to 7pm on Tuesday 4th and Thursday 6th February, you’ll have the opportunity to try out a number of free taster sessions and activities, as well … Read More
The Parallax International Art Fair returns to Chelsea, 21st – 22nd February 2014
We’ve written about the Parallax International Art Fair a number of times before on this blog, so keen readers will be pleased to hear that the ninth edition is taking place at Chelsea Town Hall on 21st and 22nd February 2014. This latest edition will see 225 artists take part from a very wide range of artistic styles and backgrounds, … Read More
Review: Bill’s in Kensington
Although Bill’s Restaurant opened in Kensington quite a few months ago, I only paid my first visit to it last week. And although this chain of restaurants seem to have popped up all over London in the last year or so (from never having heard of them before, I’m now seeing them everywhere!), it’s also my very first visit to … Read More
‘Tell Me On A Sunday’ and ‘Putting It Together’ at St James Theatre in January 2014
News reaches us of a couple of fantastic musical theatre productions that will be held on our doorstep – at St James Theatre in Victoria – early next year. First up, Tell Me On A Sunday is on from 7th to 12th January 2014 starring Marti Webb, one of this country’s most popular musical stars – she’s had leading roles … Read More
Donate items to those in need in Kensington this Christmas with Kensington Mums
Excellent local website Kensington Mums is calling upon all local mums and dads to get into the spirit of giving this Christmas – that is, giving to those less fortunate than many of us and who are in need at this time of year. Dina, the lady behind Kensington Mums, is asking local residents to donate cared for and loved … Read More
The first Pop Up Colombia comes to Kings Road, 4th-8th December
The very first Pop Up Colombia will be brightening up Kings Road at the beginning of next month, giving locals and visitors a taste of the country, its food, music, fashion and much more! During the five-day pop-up shop, a wide variety of Colombian designers, artists and entrepreneurs will be showcasing and selling their products – including fashion, accessories, jewellery, … Read More