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Nick Purves

Nick Purves has written 194 posts for The London Word

Nick is a writer who has been living in London for three years, covering film, theatre, music and food in all the various forms that London has to offer. What Nick finds intriguing about London is the real possibility to determine the sort of city in which one lives. For although it seems hectic, loud and a little overwhelming, it is malleable enough to allow people to make their own mark. Nick is also part of a sketch group that writes and performs comedy, a lot of which can be found at www.inthechumbucket.blogspot.com.

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Great Balls of Fire at The Drift

By Nick Purves ⋅ February 4, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

In true flambé style, the chef brought out the ingredients for the dishes are brought out on a cruise ship-style trolley

Cantina del Ponte’s Meat Masterclass

By Nick Purves ⋅ January 27, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

The masterclass divides Italy up into different regions, showcasing the often-neglected local meat specialities

Burns Night 2012

By Nick Purves ⋅ January 24, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

As you might expect with the celebration of Scotland’s finest poet, there are dinners and whisky tastings all over the capital

London Author Ben Pedroche

By Nick Purves ⋅ December 30, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

‘There’s a station, near City Airport, called Silvertown. It’s right next to the river and it’s a ghost town; dilapidated, all decrepit.’

Belgravia’s Rib Room

By Nick Purves ⋅ December 29, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

One innovation that has already caught on at the restaurant is that of the wine list being condensed down onto an iPad

Cocktails at Barrio North, Islington

By Nick Purves ⋅ December 17, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Barrio North’s menu is lengthy and varied, taking in ingredients found in specific countries to reproduce local specialities

Modern Toss at the Imitate Gallery

By Nick Purves ⋅ December 13, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

If you’re looking for an antidote to the festive period, make some time for the Modern Toss Seasonal Blowout

Cabaret Afternoon Tea at Volupté

By Nick Purves ⋅ December 12, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

The performers do not change, but instead of the usual evening fare, traditional finger sandwiches, cakes and tea are served up

Will Chapman and His Trufl Hunt

By Nick Purves ⋅ December 6, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

‘If you start your own business, quitting your job, using your savings and not having a cushion is a big motivator!’

Oysters at Boisdale, Canary Wharf

By Nick Purves ⋅ December 5, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Boisdale’s Oyster Festival provides a great range of oysters and goes a long way to debunking the myths that surround them

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