Tag: London

Notting Hill Carnival Gives Rio a Run for Its Money

August 27, 2013
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Brazil, News, World Cup 2014

This bank holiday weekend, Notting Hill played host to one of London’s most highly anticipated and exciting events – the famous Notting Hill Carnival. Although drawing its roots from the West Indies, the Carnival is certainly reminiscent of Rio’s country-wide Easter celebrations. The Carnival itself was held over two days – Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday. Sunday was focused more on younger children and families, with a huge array of activities to participate in such as face painting, carnival games and a large procession. The Monday had adults in mind with louder music, an outlandish carnival procession and some well-known artists – such as Ms Dynamite and Disclosure – playing alongside some up-and-coming DJs, such as Breach and Jo Mersa. The sense of carnival spirit was infectious – from middle aged men dancing in the street to young children begging their parents for some Jerk Chicken from the multitude of…

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Top 5 Latin American things to do in London

August 7, 2013
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Argentina, News

Tango This sensual, energetic dance is an integral part of Latin America’s cultural identity and with a growing Latin American population residing in London, it’s now relatively easy to find in and around London. Depending on your age and your prior experience, you can take beginners lessons or hop right into a Milonga if you’re a seasoned Tango veteran. Lessons are available at ‘DanceTango’ in Hammersmith, W6 9DH. Argentine Street Food Borough Market is a bustling, diverse place where there’s something for everyone – fan of Argentina included. Portena on Southwark Street sells authentic Argentine food including Empanadas (small pastries which can be filled with beef, vegetables, egg, onion and more). It has a great reputation and a favourite with the locals. Horse Riding From the rustic farms where riding holds pride of place for the Gauchos to the polished, professional riding of the Argentina polo team, Latin America certainly…

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Latin American Exhibition at the David Roberts Art Foundation

August 5, 2013
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Argentina, News

Latin Routes own Chris Camps went down to the Latin American Art Exhibition at the David Roberts Foundation This exhibition was buried deep in the heart of Camden, down a side alley off Camden High Street. However, aside from its mildly insalubrious location, stepping into the gallery was like stepping into a whole other world. Whitewashed walls and silence, punctuated by a wide variety of pieces from prominent Argentine, Chilean and Mexican artists, greet you as you enter. Although the exhibition itself isn’t huge (just four rooms), the diversity on show is something that really stands out. From TVs displaying men and women reading philosophical writings aloud, to a room consisting of just a pool table, you certainly need a good hour so you can return to things that struck you earlier. Just past the entrance, you enter the ‘Acclimation Room’, featuring works from artists such as Sergio de Camargo,…

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