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Welcome to Greenwich
February 2010
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It's nearly Valentine's and if you're anything like me you haven't quite gotten round to thinking about it yet. But Valentine's Day this year falls very conveniently on Sunday so you have all weekend to shop...
If you want something sweet for your Sugar Plum be sure to call by Rhodes Bakery for their delicious handmade chocolate hearts and just-big-enough-to-share heart-shaped cookies.
Whilst if you want flowers for your Blossom, stop at the flower stand at Greenwich Market from 10am to 5.30pm on Thursday and Friday, or take advantage of extra long opening hours on Saturday and Sunday - 7am to 7pm - and get the pick of the bunch of British-grown hand-tied bouquets, starting from £25.
For something pretty to last forever, like your love, these adorable handmade brooches are available at Belle from £15-£22.
And pop into the market on Sunday where all day long your messages of love will be read over the tanoy, with a prize for the most romantic message... And there's free gift wrapping too!
2010 is the year to fall in love with shopping in Greenwich all over again.
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… is through their stomach! So on Sunday 14 February be prepared to fall deeply in love not only with each other but also the beautiful King William Restaurant at the Old Royal Naval College. Valentine’s diners will enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne on arrival and delicious handmade truffles with coffee.
In between you will be invited to feast on sumptuous dishes such as slow cooked pork belly with chorizo, creamed potatoes and sherry jus, and to delight your taste buds with such desserts as pear and star anise bread and butter pudding...
Don’t miss out on the chance to make your Valentine’s Day extra special - call 020 8858 4143 to book your table today!
more >> King William Restaurant
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Are you in need of an original Valentine's gift?
If so head to Joy on Nelson Road where you can make a public declaration of love with a message to your loved one that will be displayed in the window! Just pop into the store and write your message on a pink love heart - but nothing too saucy please!
And while there do rifle through the very latest fashion deliveries - choose from the best of all the current trends such as military chic, body con jersey dresses and breton stripes with a twist... We love you Joy!
more >> Joy
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Emma Nissim is one of Greenwich Market's most charming shops, easily identifiable from the swarm of people clustering around the shopfront taking photos of golden retriever Alfie who has taken up permanent residence in the shop window making him something of a local celebrity.
But Alfie is not the only reason to visit the shop - the new range of handprinted t-shirts and scarves are to die for! Sleek, chic and easy to wear, these handprinted pieces are not to be found anywhere on the high street.
And up until and including 14 February Emma Nissim is offering 20% off its range of silk scarves and ties, and a whopping 50% off its unisex cravats, pictured left. You'll get tied up trying to choose!
more >> Emma Nissim
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Girls, while it's a lovely thought that each and every one one of our boyfriends and husbands is going to dash out for Valentine's presents and spoil us rotten, it can't be taken for granted.
Which is why the wonderful team at Babanya are giving us every excuse to shop for ourselves with 15% off on, wait for it, all NEW collections up until this Sunday.
With plenty of colour and exciting styles from new labels such as Ronen Chen and Pablo, you will get an immediate boost into spring.
more >> Babanya
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This half-term, Monday 15 to Friday 19 February, Biscuit on Nelson Road is running workshops for children aged between five and 11.
Taking place in the party room, each day the children will be invited to discover new types of craft under the care and supervision of an inspirational and experienced artist. Activities include working with papier maché, collage and sewing. And of course, with this being Biscuit, there's the opportunity to paint ceramics too.
Prices are £15 a day, £25 for two days or £60 for the full five days. And lunch can be provided for an extra £4.50 a day. Booking is essential so to make a reservation for what is sure to be a fantastic experience for your children call Biscuit on 020 8853 8588 or email crumbs@biscuit-biscuit.com
And if you can't make the workshops, pop in any time as a family. Painted plates are a great way to personliase a message to a loved one.
more >> Biscuit Ceramic Cafe
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Hair and beauty emporium the Greenwich Clipper on Nelson Road, has just launched a new website.
Open seven days a week, with late nights Monday to Thursday, the Clipper offers a full hairdressing service for both women and men, including a wide range of colouring techniques, dressing hair for special occasions and Racoon hair extensions. It also offers an extensive list of beauty therapies from its five self-contained treatment rooms, including laser teeth whitening, and intense pulse light for permanent hair removal and skin rejuvenation.
On Mondays and Tuesdays Clipper offers 20% off all hair cuts and colouring, and on Wednesdays and Thursdays you can take advantage of a free hair colour to the value of £28 when you have a full price cut and wash.
For information about Clipper's many services please email them on info@greenwichclipper.co.uk or call on 020 8858 6742.
more >> Greenwich Clipper
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