NeoPatrick's 10 Days in London Trip Report
Aug 11th, 2007, 01:07 PM
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I emailed this page to the editors; troll's clock is ticking.
Thank you for the nifty report Patrick, so glad you had a nice time. Oh and I took some notes from your Rome report; I haven't been there in quite awhile and am thinking I want to have it on my *regular* list. Ciao baby.
Thank you for the nifty report Patrick, so glad you had a nice time. Oh and I took some notes from your Rome report; I haven't been there in quite awhile and am thinking I want to have it on my *regular* list. Ciao baby.
Aug 11th, 2007, 01:11 PM
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terrific report NP!
Where is the Friar's Inn - always looking for places in Pimlico/Victoria.
Don't you hate it when old favorites close - the turn over for London restaurants must be higher even then here at home.
When I saw Boeing Boeing in Feb - Frances de la Tour was the housekeeper - an absolute hoot
Sometimes Elaine Paige does tend to chew the scenery a bit - but I'd bet she be fabulous as the Chaperone.
Where is the Friar's Inn - always looking for places in Pimlico/Victoria.
Don't you hate it when old favorites close - the turn over for London restaurants must be higher even then here at home.
When I saw Boeing Boeing in Feb - Frances de la Tour was the housekeeper - an absolute hoot
Sometimes Elaine Paige does tend to chew the scenery a bit - but I'd bet she be fabulous as the Chaperone.
Aug 11th, 2007, 01:11 PM
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Thanks for the review. One will either love or hate the Blue Man I think. I am also puzzled by how many people think Avenue Q is amazing, it was okay, but not something I'd rate "top notch".
Two shows I really did like in London with the British humor was "Noises Off" (there's an Americanized movie not nearly as funny) with and the ghostly tale "The Woman in Black".
Two shows I really did like in London with the British humor was "Noises Off" (there's an Americanized movie not nearly as funny) with and the ghostly tale "The Woman in Black".
Aug 11th, 2007, 01:53 PM
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"Sometimes Elaine Paige does tend to chew the scenery a bit"
She didn't only chew this scenery. She'd spit it out then chew it some more!!
I was disappointed when I saw that Frances LaTour had left Boeing, Boeing, but I shouldn't have been. Patricia Hodge was simply wonderful. Both great character actresses. And the maid is the BEST part in the show.
The Friar's Inn is on Elizabeth, not far from Victoria Station. A rather plain but scrubbed clean place with lots of choices of fish for your fish and chips.
She didn't only chew this scenery. She'd spit it out then chew it some more!!
I was disappointed when I saw that Frances LaTour had left Boeing, Boeing, but I shouldn't have been. Patricia Hodge was simply wonderful. Both great character actresses. And the maid is the BEST part in the show.
The Friar's Inn is on Elizabeth, not far from Victoria Station. A rather plain but scrubbed clean place with lots of choices of fish for your fish and chips.
Aug 11th, 2007, 02:38 PM
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Thanks for your report, NeoPatrick. I thought I'd visited every apartment rental site on the web - and I've never seen the one you recommended. The apts. look wonderful.
And being able to visit so many different types of theatre is jaw-dropping. Maybe you could organize a tour for like-minded Fodorites!
P.S. Jaane - Isn't there some conference for bigoted bullies you should be attending? Your're wasting your time - and ours - posting here.
And being able to visit so many different types of theatre is jaw-dropping. Maybe you could organize a tour for like-minded Fodorites!
P.S. Jaane - Isn't there some conference for bigoted bullies you should be attending? Your're wasting your time - and ours - posting here.
Aug 11th, 2007, 03:06 PM
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NP, great report, thanks for posting.
Given what you said about Lee's slow eating habits, did you feel rushed in any way at either Wagamama's or the Wolseley? I've never been pressured at either one, but they do seem to be places that thrive on turnover.
FYI, today the Times ran the recipe for Wagamama's salad dressing (which I love), let me know if you want it. I'm going to try making it tomorrow, hope the home version is as good as the restaurant's!
Given what you said about Lee's slow eating habits, did you feel rushed in any way at either Wagamama's or the Wolseley? I've never been pressured at either one, but they do seem to be places that thrive on turnover.
FYI, today the Times ran the recipe for Wagamama's salad dressing (which I love), let me know if you want it. I'm going to try making it tomorrow, hope the home version is as good as the restaurant's!
Aug 11th, 2007, 04:35 PM
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Great report NP. On our second trip to Europe waaayy back in May 1977, it rained every single day we were there. But we were so happy to be in London that we didn't really care. I remember that Kew Gardens was especially beautiful on that trip -- probably because of all the rain!
Aug 11th, 2007, 04:59 PM
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Good grief. I didn't even notice that disgusting comment when I first read through this thread.
I'm not too sure sometimes how this board functions and I only hope that Fodors can remove that particular message without deleting all of NP's superb report.
Joe
I'm not too sure sometimes how this board functions and I only hope that Fodors can remove that particular message without deleting all of NP's superb report.
Joe
Aug 11th, 2007, 05:12 PM
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Bravo, Patrick! =D> Wonderful details, great report!
BTilke, it's been several years since I've eaten at Wagamama, but I certainly remember that dressing. Sure would like the recipe if you could post it.
BTilke, it's been several years since I've eaten at Wagamama, but I certainly remember that dressing. Sure would like the recipe if you could post it.
Aug 11th, 2007, 07:07 PM
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Too bad. It seems the new editors are much more "liberal" in what they allow. In the "good old days" she would have been nuked long ago (as some on this thread well know 
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They would do themselves a favor just deleting her altogether instead of having to monitor every thread where she participates.
)They would do themselves a favor just deleting her altogether instead of having to monitor every thread where she participates.
Aug 12th, 2007, 04:39 AM
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Thanks for report Patrick!! I'm heading to London in late September and have been disappointed by the theatre on the Official London Website - some of the ones you posted are on my list, so great to hear about them!
I thought the Drowsy Chaperone was a dud and closing early?
I have rented a flat through Farnum and Christ as a result of your rave reviews! Unfortunately we just heard the other day that the Pimlico house was off the market due to house repair problems, but let me tell you Ann and Lisa could not have been more helpful and we are now settled into a new flat on Cornwall Gardens - smaller than we wanted but it's still London and only for one week! Very glad to hear then that you recommend a pizza place on Gloucester Road.
I also take the day flight from Toronto and love it; no jet lag whatsoever. The Country Wife will be in previews when I'm there - Patricia Hodge and Toby Stevens at the Haymarket; this definitely sounds good - did you hear anything about it?
Thanks again for the report and the FC recommendation!!
I thought the Drowsy Chaperone was a dud and closing early?
I have rented a flat through Farnum and Christ as a result of your rave reviews! Unfortunately we just heard the other day that the Pimlico house was off the market due to house repair problems, but let me tell you Ann and Lisa could not have been more helpful and we are now settled into a new flat on Cornwall Gardens - smaller than we wanted but it's still London and only for one week! Very glad to hear then that you recommend a pizza place on Gloucester Road.
I also take the day flight from Toronto and love it; no jet lag whatsoever. The Country Wife will be in previews when I'm there - Patricia Hodge and Toby Stevens at the Haymarket; this definitely sounds good - did you hear anything about it?
Thanks again for the report and the FC recommendation!!
Aug 12th, 2007, 04:56 AM
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kmowatt, oddly enough that pizza place on Gloucester Road came from the list that Lisa and Ann send with their rental information. Many of the flats they represent are in the Kensington to Sloane Square areas and they list some good options in those areas. Their recommendations are good (although some are a bit pricey for our extensive dining). Aren't Lisa and Ann great. I always feel they have your best interest at heart.
The Country Wife should be great -- sorry I'll miss it.
The Country Wife should be great -- sorry I'll miss it.
