If you asked me about Baker Street a few years back, I would instantly reply 'Sherlock Holmes' - you know, the infamous fictional detective who never seems to grow old I would also think of the street as being a residential playground for the more elite, upper classes. However, you ask me today and it's a totally different story. Baker Street is actually now incredibly commercialised, jam-packed full of contemporary, designer boutiques and upmarket restaurants / bars - a far cry away from its appearance back in Victorian Britain.
It was really the whole Sherlock phenomenon that kick-started the change in Baker Street, particularly when the TV series and films hit our screens. There has also been a number of notable residents; such as, the first permanent exhibition of Madame Tussauds Waxworks, The Beetles' Apple Boutique, the head office for top department store Marks and Spencer, the Prime Minister William Pitt and the much loved British singer, Dusty Springfield.
Furthermore, Sherlock Holmes was not the only character to reside at Baker Street; we also have Basil the Great Mouse Detective, Danger Mouse and Sexton Blake. In popular culture, the 2008 film 'The Bank Job' was based on the 1971 robbery of Lloyds Bank in Baker Street. And last, but by no means least, both The Rolling Stones and Madness make reference to the street in their songs "Some Girls" and "We Are London" respectively.
But these are of times past, nowadays Baker Street is an abundance of fine dining restaurants, modern eateries and wine bars. Top of the list is said to be The Base Bar and Bistro, a funky establishment that serves classic French cuisine with a modern British take on it. For something a little more exotic, you could also try Indali Lounge; a beautiful Indian restaurant that serves hearty but healthy Eastern-inspired dishes.
I can't possibly talk about restaurants on Baker Street without mentioning the much loved Italian-joint, Lulivo. The relatively new and modest eatery is a welcome to the street, as so are the delectable house wines on offer; crisp and cumbersome, they are the perfect accompaniment to a range of gorgeous Italian recipes. You could also try the Sherlock Grill at the Park Plaza hotel. Aptly named, the intimate restaurant serves exquisite modern European cuisine, cooked mainly on a charcoal grill and mesquite wood burning oven situated right in the centre of the open plan dining room. Renowned for its relaxed style and Mediterranean-influenced signature dishes that use fresh organic ingredients, this is a must try when visiting the famous Baker Street.
One of the main appeals with Baker Street is its central location that's within walking distance from Oxford Street, Marylebone, Regents Park and Mayfair. Furthermore, Sherlock Holmes is not the only intrigue in the area. In fact, there are many other buildings and streets that are of equal economic and historic importance. Whilst in the area, why not also try a visit to one of the best International private members' clubs of all time, Home House. Built in the eighteenth century, Home House comprises of three grand Georgian town houses, each with their own individual character and style.
It was really the whole Sherlock phenomenon that kick-started the change in Baker Street, particularly when the TV series and films hit our screens. There has also been a number of notable residents; such as, the first permanent exhibition of Madame Tussauds Waxworks, The Beetles' Apple Boutique, the head office for top department store Marks and Spencer, the Prime Minister William Pitt and the much loved British singer, Dusty Springfield.
Furthermore, Sherlock Holmes was not the only character to reside at Baker Street; we also have Basil the Great Mouse Detective, Danger Mouse and Sexton Blake. In popular culture, the 2008 film 'The Bank Job' was based on the 1971 robbery of Lloyds Bank in Baker Street. And last, but by no means least, both The Rolling Stones and Madness make reference to the street in their songs "Some Girls" and "We Are London" respectively.
But these are of times past, nowadays Baker Street is an abundance of fine dining restaurants, modern eateries and wine bars. Top of the list is said to be The Base Bar and Bistro, a funky establishment that serves classic French cuisine with a modern British take on it. For something a little more exotic, you could also try Indali Lounge; a beautiful Indian restaurant that serves hearty but healthy Eastern-inspired dishes.
I can't possibly talk about restaurants on Baker Street without mentioning the much loved Italian-joint, Lulivo. The relatively new and modest eatery is a welcome to the street, as so are the delectable house wines on offer; crisp and cumbersome, they are the perfect accompaniment to a range of gorgeous Italian recipes. You could also try the Sherlock Grill at the Park Plaza hotel. Aptly named, the intimate restaurant serves exquisite modern European cuisine, cooked mainly on a charcoal grill and mesquite wood burning oven situated right in the centre of the open plan dining room. Renowned for its relaxed style and Mediterranean-influenced signature dishes that use fresh organic ingredients, this is a must try when visiting the famous Baker Street.
One of the main appeals with Baker Street is its central location that's within walking distance from Oxford Street, Marylebone, Regents Park and Mayfair. Furthermore, Sherlock Holmes is not the only intrigue in the area. In fact, there are many other buildings and streets that are of equal economic and historic importance. Whilst in the area, why not also try a visit to one of the best International private members' clubs of all time, Home House. Built in the eighteenth century, Home House comprises of three grand Georgian town houses, each with their own individual character and style.
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And when you enter those grand houses, you will find luxury restaurants in Baker Street. Home House is a members only club in the heart of London, for people from all walks of life to dine in style, bedrooms, bars, and restaurants like the decadent House 19 Restaurant.
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