London / notes from Notting Hill
My initial housing plan for London did not include Notting Hill (for reasons unbeknownst to me to this day, honestly), but through a whirlwind of housing obstacles and last minute changes, I ended up with a sweet little spot to call home in this charming area for a couple of months! This has been a lovely launchpad for my time in West London, and I can definitely see myself living in this area in the future. Notting Hill does feel a bit quiet in the evenings, but that’s just my opinion – and something I quite prefer, actually. There are plenty of cute cafes and shops to pop into during the day, but your options can feel a bit more limited for dinners and drinks out on the weekend. That being said, I haven’t been here for too long so could be totally, totally misguided in my judgement! Here’s a recap of what I’ve explored to date, and will continue to add to this as I explore!
Last updated November 2022
EAT & DRINK
Proper breakfast or brunch: @grangerandco, @cafebeam, @eggbreakldn, @cableco_london or @sundayinbrooklyn
Quick coffee: @thehagenproject, @guillamcoffeehouse, and @nottinghillcoffeeproject
Light lunch: @daylesfordfarm, @101westdeli
Afternoon snack: @cremelondon (cookies), @bunsfromhome (sweet treats), or @biscuiteerslondon
Dinner: @sumilondon
SHOP & WANDER
For the home: @thelacygallery (gorgeous frame shop), @foundry.london (homewares), @landragency (books), @wildatheart (flowers), and @sohohome (furniture)
Apparel and skincare: @sezane and @ohmycream (and there are the classics like Reformation along the way, too)
Exploring the nooks and crannies off of the high street (Westbourne Grove) and along Portobello Road, take a walk through Kensington Gardens, and pop over to Holland Park as well
Wild at Heart
Soho Home
