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Local Christmas shopping

November 23, 2011 by Scandinavian mum

This morning I went for brunch with the lovely girls from UrbanMumsLondon and BabyccinoKids in Maida Vale, a true hidden gem next to Little Venice and the Regents Canal in the City of Westminster. And it was amazing to see one single street filled with charming independent shops on both sides, everything from children’s fashion boutique, antiques, hairdresser, floral shop, gift boutiques to pastry store, organic butcher and a independent wine shop. With a local high street like this there is no reason to go anywhere else for your Christmas shopping! How will you be doing your Christmas shopping this year? Online, locally or in shopping districts and shopping centres?
Below is a few window find from Maida Vale that I simply need to go back for, after 10am when all the shops opens!

© Little Scandinavian the shoes are from the Handmade in London Children’s footwear brand, Vevian

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20th Century Modern Scandinavian design in East London

October 24, 2011 by Scandinavian mum

What and where: CHASE & SORENSEN are East London based shop and enthusiasts of 20th century modern furniture and home decor, mainly from Scandinavia. Visit this hidden gem at 238-B Dalston Lane, E8 1LQ. In addition to design furniture there’s also a coffee bar with the very best coffee, a selection of healthy Scandinavian sandwiches and the most delicious Nordic treats. A visit is highly recommended -we’ll for sure be popping in during the next days.



Open: Monday to Saturday 8am-6pm, Sunday 11am-5pm or viewings by appointment.
How to get there: Local transport links include the Hackney Central, Hackney Downs and Dalston Lane overground stations. The 30, 38, 48, 55, 56, 242, D6 buses also run nearby.

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Beautiful leafy London

May 22, 2011 by Scandinavian mum

We do enjoy the hustle and bustle of the big city. London is quite a extraordinary city being a large capital, a finance centre with such a diversity and cosmopolitan feel. Yet it can be such a beautiful and quiet place.
Stop and think, look and feel, smell and listen. It’s all about the details. Discover the beauty of leafy London.



Happy Sunday!

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Danish Christmas market in London

November 28, 2010 by Scandinavian mum

This years Danish Christmas Bazaar in London will take place on Sunday 28th November from 12 – 16

There will be great Danish Christmas extravaganza with gløgg, æbleskiver, Christmas decorations and lots more.

Admission £1
Address: 43 Maresfield Gardens, Hampstead, London NW3 5TF

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Norwegian Christmas tree at Trafalgar Square

November 26, 2010 by Scandinavian mum

Each year since 1947, a Christmas tree has been given to the people of London from the people of Norway’s capital Oslo, in gratitude for Britain’s support for Norway during Second World War and is perhaps the most important symbol of Britain and Norway’s warm relationship.

The Trafalgar Square Christmas tree is usually a Norwegian spruce (Picea abies) over 20 metres high and 50-60 years old. It is selected from the forests surrounding Oslo with great care several months, even years, in advance. The tree is felled in November and then brought to the UK by sea. It is decorated in traditional Norwegian style, with vertical strings of lights. Energy-efficient light bulbs are used.
The Christmas tree remains in Trafalgar Square until just before the Twelfth Night of Christmas, when it is taken down for recycling.

For many Londoners the lightning ceremony of the Norwegian Christmas tree and the carol singing in Trafalgar Square signal the countdown to Christmas. It’s a lovely Christmas event for the whole family.

The Norwegian Christmas tree will be lit on 2d of December with thousands of people expected to watch the annual ceremony. We will be there -will you?

Photo: Innovasjon Norge

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Norwegian Christmas market in London

November 15, 2010 by Scandinavian mum

The Norwegian Church is based in St Olav’s Square, South East London. One of the church’s most popular events is the yearly Christmas Fair that takes place the third weekend in November every year. It is a great chance to stock up on all your favourite Norwegian Christmas delights and decoration.

Opening times: Friday 19/11 11-6pm
Saturday 20/11 10-5pm – Sunday 21/11 12:30-5pm

Entrance fee: £1 per person.

To find out more visit www.sjomannskirken.no

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Little Scandinavian visiting Tate Modern

October 19, 2010 by Scandinavian mum

Tate Modern is a must visit on a regular basis, offering a range of free activities for kids.
There is the weekend Session for families in addition to special events for half term. There is also a Family Zone open during gallery hours with fun activities. You can also get hold of a Children’s Multimedia Guide to Tate Modern to get more out of your visit.



Amélie wearing her “thinking hat”, made in the Family Zone.

Our Little Scandinavians seems to enjoy it all but better than anything is the delicious hot chocolate in the top floor restaurant combined with the spectacular view -nothing beats that!

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Little Scandinavian on Ice

October 14, 2010 by Scandinavian mum

Beatrice is turning 9 during half term and we were thinking of celebrating her big day the following weekend, but were quite unsure about what she wanted to do.

This morning, there was a real chill in the air, and it’s suddenly came to us; ice skating! We went online and to our luck we discovered that some ice rinks opens already Friday the 5th of November!
See more information about London’s ice rinks here:
www.viewlondon.co.uk

One of our favourite things to do when the weather turns crisp-cold is to head out to one of London’s fantastic ice rinks. We’re not the greatest skaters in the world, but practice makes perfect! And as Beatrice loves ice skating what could be a better venue for her party than one of London’s ice rinks “by night”?

Photo: blog.visitlondon.com

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Little Explorer

October 10, 2010 by Scandinavian mum

visiting Natural History Museum in London last Friday


Our very own Little Scandinavian with her explorer backpack (for under 7 and free of charge), enjoying the Mammals gallery.

The Museum offers a range of fun and engaging activities designed to appeal to and include all members of the family.
With gallery trails, puppet shows, specimen handling and art activities, there is something for visitors of all ages and interests.

Well worth a visit -many times!

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Little Scandinavian at the Scandinavia Show

October 8, 2010 by Scandinavian mum

Only a quick reminder; The Scandinavia show is on this weekend!
Indulge in the best of Nordic design, travel, fashion and food, Saturday or Sunday.

What we find so great about this show is that it gives you an insight in what Scandinavia has to offer, all under one roof at Olympia, London.

The picture shows the bean bag HappyCat by danish design company Roommate. HappyCat is a children’s beanbag with a new design expression. It can be used for sitting in, but is also designed for play and romping about. The HappyCat beanbag is a combined furniture and toy.
The HappyCat and Roommate will be part of the stand of Nordic Elements which is one of the many stands we look forward to visit.

Hope to see you there, but don’t worry if you can’t make it as the highlights will all be presented here!

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