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London’s Winter Wonderland: A Canadian’s Guide to Seasonal Magic

From Toronto to London: A Weather-Driven Journey

“I moved to London for the weather,” said no one ever—except me. As a proud Canadian, I’ve braved the infamous duo of Toronto seasons: Winter and Construction. And if I never ever again have to dig my frozen car out of several feet of snow, or toss away another pair of salt-stained boots, color me happy.

So, when I say London’s winter is a breath of fresh air, I’m not just spouting hot air!

London in December: The City That Glows

Forget about the North Pole; London in December is where the magic happens. It’s the time when the city transforms into a glittering spectacle, outshining Rudolph’s red nose. And if winter in London were a movie, it would get two thumbs up from Clark Griswold and family.

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Explore, Places I Love, Shopping, Things I Love, Things to DoChristina FordChristmas on Oxford Street, Christmas, Carnaby Street, Lights, Mayfair, New Bond Street, Chanel, Cartier, Tiffany, Annabel's, The Connaught, FenwickComment
The World’s 50 Best Bars...AND 3 of the top 5 are in London....as if You Need Another Reason to go for a drink

London is known for its drinking culture. Raising a pint or two with your mates as you unwind from your day, a shaken not stirred martini or just cuz it’s Tuesday. Nothing in my opinion is more British than a friendly “tying one on”. So it is not surprising that London took 3 of the top 5 spots at The World’s 50 Best Bars competition this year. The judges comprised of more than 500 drink experts around the world. I convinced a girlfriend (I think all I had to say was “cocktail”) and we were off to explore this list and see for ourselves what makes them the World’s Best Bars.

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Explore, Things I LoveChristina FordWorld Best Bars, Martini, Dandelyan, Ryan Chetiyawardana, The American Bar, Savoy Hotel, Terry O'Neill, The Connaught, Mayfair\ Comments