after passing the Japanese sweet shop, going in, and choosing a Hakuunnohotori Bean Cake to try - it was beautifully packaged, delicious, not too sweet, and melt-in-the-mouth, definitely an indulgence. These are rather more elaborate (and expensive) than our bean cake.
"Wagashi are very low in fat and most are made without animal products."
Silly handkerchiefs in the linen shop in Burlington Arcade.Royal London is just round the corner from Piccadilly - this is St James Palace, where the Queen Mother lived. We couldn't remember who lives here now.
And this palace is rather newer --
Gosh, you must have had a busy day yesterday posting all these photos. Its lovely to see them and enjoy your take on the world. I'm fond of dogs and greasy spoon breakfasts too, so I was happy!
ReplyDeleteWhat super photos! London is so full of treasures and always changing. I've never seen Japanese sweets before, they look amazing - as does that sauce next to the tiramisu!
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