Ok, so the boys were a lie, but we were West End girls in the East End.
My favourite thing about having meetings in Shoreditch is being able to eat my way around the borough.
As I was skipping in and out of offices and studios, Phoebe was bustling round London going to castings and meeting with designers (her life if far more glamorous than mine).
At midday we found time to catch up, grab lunch and sing a few show tunes.
...um.
I mean talk.
About business and current events.
Obviously.
Dress by JW at Kilver.
Cowboy boots are ancient & satchel's a vintage number from Portobello market.
Phoebe had eggs benedict.
I had the breakfast club.
Three layers of fried things sandwiched between three layers of toasted sourdough bread.
A mouthful to say the least!
Oh and some chips in a flower pot.
A nice touch.
My favourite thing about having meetings in Shoreditch is being able to eat my way around the borough.
As I was skipping in and out of offices and studios, Phoebe was bustling round London going to castings and meeting with designers (her life if far more glamorous than mine).
At midday we found time to catch up, grab lunch and sing a few show tunes.
...um.
I mean talk.
About business and current events.
Obviously.
Dress by JW at Kilver.
Cowboy boots are ancient & satchel's a vintage number from Portobello market.
Boots by Topshop (UK click here, US click here)
Jeans by Diesel
Slouch knit by New Look
For lunch we plumped for the new prosecco brunch menu at The Drift Bar.
Bubbles & carbs, a clear winner.
Phoebe had eggs benedict.
I had the breakfast club.
Three layers of fried things sandwiched between three layers of toasted sourdough bread.
A mouthful to say the least!
Oh and some chips in a flower pot.
I'm a big fan of Drift.
It has a good mix of people, couples, business men and people tapping away on laptops with huge cups of coffee.
The brunch is a new edition and as we each ordered a glass of prosecco, they left the bottle.A nice touch.
I could barely move after brunch, I highly recommend it for a weekend stop off, especially if you're struggling after a big night out.
Find them here.
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This looks delish! I always admire how models can team expensive and cheap items together and make it look effortlessly chic! Also, I'm mega upset about Kilver court being so far away, I love the dress you have from there :) Hope you are well!
ReplyDeleteHannah xxx
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I love this place! Great post as always! You look beautiful!! :) x
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures and the food looks absolutely delicious!! Especially the chocolat fondue!! ;)
ReplyDeletexo Andrea
Wonderful and Marvelous
This is making me miss the big smoke, I never thought Id say that. Your JW dress is gorgeous, I keep putting off going to JW as it makes me feel 14 but I might just have to now.
ReplyDeletexoxoxo
Nice tan Rosie and loving Phoebe's jumper. The food looks absolutely delicious (compared to my pea soup :( )
ReplyDeletexoxo
Ivy
Dear Rose,
ReplyDeleteI am a senior in high school, and I live in the US. Perfect grades, either at, or near, the top of my class. Now, I get to decide where to go to university, and I have always been interested in studying in the UK. Can you give me a few insights about which schools are the best? Easiest for foreigners to get into? Least prone to parties? I know that I have many fabulous choices in my own country, but it would be such a fun adventure to go somewhere else!
Hey Anon,
DeleteCheck out St Andrews. I know lots of Americans who've gone and loved it.
xx
Thanks so much Rose! I'll definitely check it out! I love your blog so much!
Delete"Least prone to parties". Yikes that's the last thing you want at uni! ;-) Nottingham, Edinburgh, Manchester and lots of the London unis also really good choices.
DeleteSt Andrews is the bee's knees and the dog's bollocks - quite a feat.
DeleteI've been looking up these great suggestions today- it is so fabulous to have such lovely people in the UK to advise me! Now, to talk to the parents...
Deleteyes go to st andrews! I loved every minute of being there and so did all my American friends :) x
DeleteAbsolutely gorgeous!! It seems we have similar taste in restaurants: effortlessly cool but cozy at the same time.
ReplyDeleteBeing from France I can only dream of the restaurants about which you blog, but next time I go to London my to-go list will be endless thanks to you! :)
Your blog is absolutely wonderful, and such an inspiration to me.
Continue comme ca!!
Hey Rose, me and my sister love the drift too! Would love it if you could check out our post from a few months back... http://www.thestrawberrysisters.com/2012/04/skinny-burgers-drift.html
ReplyDeleteThanks,
The Strawberry Sisters x
Cute post guys!
DeleteNot sure how skinny that fishfinger sandwich looks though! ;) x
I have 24 hours in london in three weeks time... literally 12pm til 12pm... what would you suggest? How would you spend 24 hours in london (on a bit of a budget)?
ReplyDeleteThat Eggs Benedict and all of the desserts look divine!! You always go to the best food places Rose! I wish we had more restaurants in Nottingham!!
ReplyDeleteGem x
http://www.gemmameansjewel.com
Whenever I come on your blog I am instantly hungry and wanting to go out to eat. I also get jealous that you and your model friend can eat like this and retain such amazing figures!!
ReplyDeleteIt's all just The Anti-Diet hun! x
DeleteRosie you have the most beautiful hair - do you use any particular products or shampoo? my hair is going crisp in the sun :( xx
ReplyDeletewow - that looks delicious! I'm a litte concerned by your fondue though - it seems you have slices of halloumi for dipping in chocolate (surely not!)... what is that?!
ReplyDelete♥ ThankFifi
Hi Rose,
ReplyDeleteThank you for another great post, made my tummy rumble as your blog often does. I am moving to London in September to go to an advertising school instead of University. Your 'University' blog post was so beautifully written it made me quite sad I was missing that whole phase of life, but then the rest of your blog makes me so excited to be moving to such an amazing city.
It would be so great if you'd consider doing a post on moving to London, as I am coming from the countryside and have never lived away from home, it is rather daunting! You could include your own personal experience and some tricks and tips for the whole process, dos and don'ts, and areas you'd recommend. If you have time I would absolutely love to read what you have to say as I really look up to you.
Thanks xx
Mmmm Drift bar looks yummy! I shall have to go when I return from NZ!
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http://littlemidge.blogspot.co.uk/
Oh drool! But what are those fabulous white slabs of yummy you are about to dip into your fondue?
ReplyDeleteThey were actually rather odd homemade marshmallow!
DeleteI stuck to the fruit and the brownies as wasn't totally sold on the texture! x
I've been meaning to ask you how you cope with wearing heels. I'm 5"8 as well and I always feel really self conscious in heels as I feel like I'm towering over people... I don't really know what to do since I love wearing them but hate being the tallest girl in the room.
ReplyDeleteOWN IT BABE!
DeleteMy mother always told me "you can wear whatever you want as long as you carry it off".
Hiding away with round shoulders and staring at the floor will make ANY outfit look terrible. Just have faith in yourself, keep your head up and strut baby!
Even if you don't feel it inside, fake it until you make it!
I've been to some events where I've been literally trembling with nerves, convinced I look totally out of place.
I go to the loo, take a big breath, shake out all the nerves, ruffle my hair and stride back in with pride.
Do this and you'll knock 'em dead. Every eye in the room will be on you and you'll draw people in like a magnet, trust me.
Being tall is a gift, don't waste it being shy! xx
That was the most gorgeous reply :-) im 5"8 too and you have just convinced me to wear all my heels more often. So true xx
DeleteI'm over 6' in heels but love it - some outfits can't be spoilt by flats. As long as you can walk in heels like a lady and not a baby giraffe (which even some shorter girls can't) then you're OK!
DeleteRose- So inspired by this as a 5'10 woman. And love the comments by all these other ladies. So amazing. Anyways, the 'fake it until you make it' comment reminded me of this, thought you might like it. This woman is so amazing and inspiring.
Deletehttp://blog.ted.com/2012/10/01/10-examples-of-how-power-posing-can-work-to-boost-your-confidence/
OMG, love the food!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Rose!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos!
Your look is so summer...wow..I would like stay in summer time!
By the way, We have Buenos Aires Fashion Week in my country this week...so If you want you could check a review in my blog!
The Lady Posh
xx
Lulu
Ps. I want potatoes right now!! =)
It's breakfast time over here in California and I am soooooooooo not thrilled that I'm battling through another workday instead of brunching there!! Looks amazing!
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Nicole
www.hourglassandbloom.wordpress.com
Love your dress stunning and the fondue looks delicious
ReplyDeleteDO NOT CLIMB.
ReplyDeleteOh god, that toasted sandwich looks delicious.
ReplyDeleteWhat a paean to summer in London.
ReplyDeleteOk, challenge Rosie T question: when I was your age my legs were also my best asset and I dressed just as you do.
I'm now 48, what the hell will you wear then? Oh how I am mourning my lost youth and scantly clothed days!
hey rosie another fab post I was just wondering if you thought that a Slutty Brownie with the cookie replaced by chocolate biscuit cake would work? or would it all just melt?! Ali x
ReplyDeleteThe Drift looks absolutely divine! I am putting it on my to-try list for sure now.
ReplyDeletexx Paige
http://www.chericerise.blogspot.ca
The food's a little different, but the atmosphere you've captured reminds me of my favorite brunch spot in NYC, The Penny Farthing.
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The envy I have for your life is endless, you exude class, glamour, and fun! Mostly, however, I just wish I could be your friend and join you as you indulge in all these amazing foods and exciting new restaurants! Although, I'm not quite sure I would have the figure you do if I did!!
ReplyDeleteYou'll have to come to the U.S. soon and give our food a try!
xoxo
The next time I'm in The US I'm looking you up for brunch, lady! xx
DeleteHello!! I've just found your blog. Your pics are amazing and i love your hair "waves".
ReplyDeleteXoxo, from Argentina
Geraldine.
hey rosie I was wondering as a food/lifestyle blogger, do you often get free meals? and if so would you accept in exchange for blog posts? I do love your blog though!!
ReplyDeleteHey Anon, sometimes a restaurant will invite me over and I wont have to pay but 'good blog posts' aren't for sale.
DeleteI frequently turn down significant amounts of money to endorse things I don't like or believe in. Similarly, if I've been invited by a restaurant and I don't like it, I wont blog about it, I've always been very open about this.
I started this blog to share restaurant recs, recipes & clothes with my friends. If I started lying to them I wouldn't have very many friends left! x
GREAT answer. It's rare to find a blogger with integrity. I've tried out every single restaurant you've ever reccomended Rosie and I haven't hit a dud yet.
DeleteGood on you girl!
i had hoped that would be your answer, i love your blog too much!
DeleteRose, how do you do it??? I've read the anti-diet post but I still don't get it, you eat like a normal person and yet you still manage to look like a freaking model. I mean look at those legs! Share us your secret? xx
ReplyDeleteHonestly anon I just follow The Anti-Diet to a T!
DeleteI was much heavier when I was at uni but I stick to it now and I never need to worry. It's my only secret!
Legs wise, wear high heels and dance the night away every now and then! Thighs of steel, guaranteed.
R xx
I think the idea that you can't 'eat normally' and look like Rosie is what's causing you the problem Anon. The amount westerners tend to eat on a daily basis isn't 'normal', it's excessive. The point of the 80/20 rule (as I understand it) is that you eat a light, healthy diet most of the time (ie not overindulging or snacking or eating until you feel like you're going to burst on a regular basis). Then when you're faced with awesome restaurant food you can go for your life! Hope that makes sense...
DeleteAlso, Rosie has genetically long slim legs :))
charleyxx
you look so cute. And super yum food as usual
ReplyDeleteAw Rose what a coincidence, I was in shoreditch for the first time ever today and loved it! didn't see that restaurant though, will have to keep it in mind for next time x
ReplyDeleteHey Rose,
ReplyDeleteI hope this isn't an impertinent question but is your tan natural or is it from a bottle? I want to look like a bronzed goddess too! Also, if your tan is from a bottle, how on earth are you so streak-free??
Camilla x
Rosie,
ReplyDeleteIs Miss Watson a model? Cause she looks like one! Also the food looks delish as always!
xoxo
Emma
I'm starting to picture a book: Rosie T's Guide to Food and Fun in London! And love the GIF. x
ReplyDeleteYou are gorgeous! Being from the south, I love that you wore cowboy boots! Cute touch.
ReplyDeleteWow Rosie! Your food photos always leave us envious and hungry! We love your dress too...gorgeous photos!
ReplyDeleteRose, gorgeous pictures! Where are your sun glasses from?
ReplyDeleteCan I ask you a question - what are your favourite books? I'm just being nosy! I would love to read a post about your all time faves xx
ReplyDeleteRose,
ReplyDeleteYour blog is always on my To Do List. I made your slutty chocolate brownies as a cake with Oreo butter icing (Yes, they were filthy!). Anyway I thought I would ask you two things...
1. How do you get your to stay curled at the bottom, do you use tongs etc?
2. On my girlie trip to Paris my friend and I went couple of places you recommended in Paris (Angelina Hot Chocolate was to die for). My boyfriend and I are going to Barcelona in September I read you lived in Spain for a while. So, I was wondering if you had any suggestions of what to do other than the usual touristy attractions.
Anyway...thank you for writing such beautiful anecdotes!
Thoughts & Kindness,
Anna x
love this post....
ReplyDeletei love the drift bar and attended a blogger's event there and ate my body weight in the duck club and cocktails..i even have their travelcard holder as a souvenir.
great blog
xxx
Hey girl! Your hair look absolutely amazing. I was just wondering what do you ask for at your hairdresser?
ReplyDeleteMy hair is reaaaaally long now & I desperately need to cut them so I am looking for a new fresh look.
[What my hair looks like]- http://the-woman-i-want-to-be.blogspot.gr/2012/07/daily-photo-journal-6.html
xxx
oh, i know this place, i love it.
ReplyDeletebeautiful pics!
xxx
www.cristeene.blogspot.com