A week-long introduction

A joyous stay in an iconic London tea destination: The Landmark hotel. A chance to have finger sandwiches in a tropical lobby? Always fun. Palm trees hovering above a resident harpist: the space poises itself an urban oasis. Originally a railway hotel servicing Marylebone station in 1899, classic charm is totally in tact.

My only gripe being the extensive wait times and the mildly clunky service in the Winter Garden (we were one breakfast forced to venture to Pret....God forgive me) I'd head back for another round with confidence.

Thankful to have had my own gorgeous room adjoining my guest's, I did my utmost to make full use of the amenities.

We embraced the full high-low when it came to eateries. I took charge at a hole-in-the-wall KBBQ spot and grilled up a storm as we sipped Somaek. Followed a few days later with an incredible dinner at Roji (I can't wait to try HIMI), spent nattering away with the sweetest duo Tamas and Tomoko as we bonded over pottery and tuna.

The books had on rotation during my stay, and, an absolute must at every new inn jaunt: the Full English Breakfast Test. 6/10.

Meeting you, however, was 10/10.

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