That Café on Denmark Street | My Soho Times

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Liza with her morning cup of coffee at Fernandez & Wells, Denmark Street
Writer & content strategist Liza Adebisi reviews her seasonal picks this autumn- coffee fix and sustainable fashion!

That Café on Denmark Street… Fernandez & Wells

Hugging the edge of Soho is Denmark Street, renowned and much loved for its music and guitar shops. But for less musical mortals like me, it is also the geographical connection between two different and coexisting Soho realities: the hectic business hub Centre St. Giles and the vivacious theatre centric Charing Cross Road.Continue reading “That Café on Denmark Street | My Soho Times”

My Soho Times magazine pilot

We’re excited to announce the pilot for My Soho Times magazine is OUT NOW!

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We have a limited amount of print copies we’ll be distributing to local businesses, however anyone can access the digital version online – just CLICK HERE!

My Soho Times pilot online

We’re on a mission to showcase the best of Soho by partnering with businesses through advertising, or support from larger companies who can offer funding. To discuss various advertising, partnership or sponsorship opportunities please email Kai kai@mysohotimes.co.uk

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200 years of Regent Street

2019 marks a monumental year for Regent Street as the landmark street celebrate its 200th anniversary.

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Regents Street in the early days | Photo credit: Regents Street Online

Established in 1819, Regent Street has been at the heart of London for two centuries, evolving into a world-renowned destination for shopping, dining and and memorable moments such as it’s iconic Christmas lights. Named after the Prince Regent, throughout its years as the first purpose built shopping street for London, it has been the meeting place for the likes of Oscar Wilde and Charles Dickens, as well as the birth place of Ziggy Stardust.

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Regents Street Summer Street Festival | Photo: Regents Street Online

Summer Streets, Regents Street’s urban lifestyle festival, runs on four traffic-free Sundays this summer on 14th July, 21st July, 18th August and 15th September.

Discover food, fashion, music, wellness, sustainability, live music and a whole host of activities to celebrate a milestone year of Regents Street’s 200th anniversary!

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Regents Street present day | Photo: FP Creative Agency Ltd

Visit Regent Street

With its position in the heart of London means that Regent Street is just a stone’s throw away from other vibrant destinations, including Oxford Street, Carnaby Street, Soho and Covent Garden, as well as the nearby open spaces of Green Park.

For more info visit www.regentstreetonline.com/200th-anniversary

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Mapped out: Soho

Soho is bordered by some iconic landmarks; Oxford Street, Regent Street, Shaftesbury Avenue and Charing Cross Road. Situated in the heart of London’s West End, Soho covers roughly one square mile (2.6 square kilometres) making it ideal to explore on foot.

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The bohemien streets of Soho, feature an eclectic mix of dining, nightlife and shopping experience. Amidst the streets, some cobbled you’ll find live music venues, restaurants, health clubs, hotels, theatres and an abundance of shops from Carnaby Street, Oxford to Regent streets. Map out your journey using Google maps CLICK HERE!

Travelling to Soho is easy. Nearest Tube stations are:

  • Piccadilly Circus
  • Oxford Circus
  • Tottenham Court Road
  • Leicester Square

CLICK HERE for TFL (Transport for London) website to map out your journey!

 

TalentBanq hosts live music at L’Escargot Restaurant


Ray Jones of TalentBanq hosted a music industry networking event bring a Piano, Harp and Rock N Roll to one of Soho’s most famous addresses! The evening lived up to expectations with three wonderful performances from talented musicians during an intimate gig at the classy venue of L’Escargot Restaurant!

Musicians: Genia Chudinovich (Classical Crossover Piano) , Lisa Canny (Harp) and Joe Slater (Rock N Roll Guitar). Photos by Johnny Ng

Keep an eye out for live music gigs from TalentBanq… They’re one to watch!

Kaili SohoI’m a freelance writer, videographer, fashionista and all round Soho girl! Got an event happening in Soho or slightly beyond you’d like shared on My Soho Times blog? Feel free to send over an invite via the CONTACT page!

I’m Italy also: diverse voices of Italy

L’ITALIA SONO ANCH’IO – “I am Italy also” 

#Cittadinisenzacittadinanza is just one of the hashtags trending the campaign for recognition of Italians of migrant parents still being denied their birthright – citizenship!Continue reading “I’m Italy also: diverse voices of Italy”

Don’t Railroad Soho: Save Soho from the CrossRail 2 Scheme petition!

A petition to backed by Stephen Fry, chairman of Save Soho is slowly growing momentum online, in response to transport minister announcing the approval of CrossRail 2! CLICK HERE to sign. Continue reading “Don’t Railroad Soho: Save Soho from the CrossRail 2 Scheme petition!”