Today we decided to take it really easy. We left for the Tube relatively late for a
trip to Leicester Square to look for show tickets.
After settling on a matinee performance of
Matilda we headed for a bit of sightseeing in the area. Specifically, Phyllis wanted to take us to
Fortnum and Mason’s, a very upscale department store. Of special interest were the extremely
expensive ($500+) wicker picnic baskets outfitted with china, crystal, silver,
linens, and insulated containers for food and beverages.
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| Fortnum and Mason's central stair case. |
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| Window Display |
Most of the staff wore morning coats (tails). It was fun looking at china and other blingy
items. Nothing was purchased, although
Mary had her eye on a tea set. Since
Mary and Paul will be back in London at the end of our trip, we will see if
Mary ends up with the tea set.
We stumbled across a lovely pastry shop/restaurant
serving High Tea at half the price at Harrods…so tea it was today.
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| Jim and Phyllis |
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| Mary and Paul |
After lunch we went to the show and then headed back to
Earls Court area for dinner and bed.
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