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2 weeks ago | 
thehandbook.com | Andrea Pinto
Alex and Emma Watson grew up with the vineyards of Chablis as their playground. Dinner time was an opportunity to guess tasting notes, and summer holidays were a chance to meet winemakers and brush up on their French before a big exam. So it’s hardly surprising that the siblings are now co-founders of a luxury drinks brand that’s rooted in one of France’s most celebrated wine regions.
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3 weeks ago | 
thehandbook.com | Andrea Pinto
For all you London marathon runners, you deserve all the freebies you can get your hands on. So we’ve rounded up a list of some of the London bars, restaurants and hotels with exclusive offers especially for marathon runners. And if you haven’t decided on your marathon day running fit yet, we have plenty of inspiration on how to improve your PB in the sleekest high-performance running gear.
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4 weeks ago | 
thehandbook.com | Andrea Pinto
Art & Exhibitions, Culture, Weekend Guide The Easter long weekend is finally here, and there’s lots happening in London whether you’re looking for a fun day out with the kids, a gorgeous Sunday roast or a pretty garden to visit and enjoy the outdoors. There’s also a vintage market to shop for some fun spring fashion, or head to one of London’s open-air cinemas for a cute date night.
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1 month ago | 
thehandbook.com | Andrea Pinto
London’s chefs have gone all out this season to launch limited-edition spring menus that capture the best of seasonal ingredients. We’re talking asparagus on menus, garden peas, fresh seafood, wild garlic and even some Thai New Year special menus.
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1 month ago | 
thehandbook.com | Andrea Pinto
We’re inching closer to Easter, so we hope you’ve bought your Easter eggs (if not, we’ve got a great guide to the best Easter eggs to buy this year). But while the sun is out, there’s lots to enjoy this weekend in London from a dog-friendly terrace to a stunning Cartier exhibition and Songkran special menus at London’s best Thai restaurants.
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1 month ago | 
thehandbook.com | Andrea Pinto
Whether you’re planning your next winter getaway or you’re looking for some escapism without leaving the comfort of your home, a good romance novel can be a wonderful companion. Blame it on the Bridget Jones fever, but we’ve been thinking about our favourite romance reads.
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1 month ago | 
thehandbook.com | Andrea Pinto
It’s Mother’s Day this Sunday, so if you’ve been meaning to do something special for the mothers and mother figures in your life, there are lots of spots in London with specials this weekend. From afternoon teas and spa treatments to restaurants offering complimentary cocktails to an exciting chocolate shop opening up, here’s what’s on. Plus, if you’re looking for some last-minute present ideas, check out our comprehensive gift guide.
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1 month ago | 
thehandbook.com | Andrea Pinto
All Sindhu Vee wants to do is make people laugh. So it’s ironic when I find myself in tears within six minutes of our conversation. I’m completely mortified with myself for it, but it has happened, and Sindhu graciously allows me to put myself back together so we can keep talking. And in those few seconds, it’s easy to see what makes Sindhu so remarkable even without a big screen, stage or script.
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2 months ago | 
thehandbook.com | Andrea Pinto |Gordon Ramsay
The Hindu festival of Holi is all about saying goodbye to winter and ushering in the warmth of spring. In India, Holi is a day of fun where children and adults play with coloured powder (and water guns are often involved). While you’re not likely to be pelted by water balloons or colours in London, there are some great Indian restaurants that have launched Holi menus and even venues where you can actually have a spot of fun playing Holi.
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2 months ago | 
thehandbook.com | Andrea Pinto |Gordon Ramsay
At the age of 15, Adam Handling put on his father’s suit and set out to interview for a chef apprenticeship at Scotland’s Gleneagles Hotel. He didn’t know a lot about food and had no real experience in the kitchen – all he knew was that he didn’t want to go to university. Fast forward about two decades later, and Handling is one of the UK’s most exciting chefs – with more than a couple of awards to his credit. “I fell in love with it.
