Where to eat in London : Fish and Chips at Toff's

Fish and chips is one of England’s most iconic traditional foods. They became popular during the 19th century, particularly among the working class. Traditionally, cod or haddock is coated in batter and deep-fried, then served with thick-cut chips, salt and vinegar. It is the taste of my student days in England: affordable, simple and satisfying, with memories attached to every bite. By “chips,” I mean finger-sized chips, not French fries. If you’ve tried fish and chips in the UK, you’ll know what I mean. 

I think Toff's of Muswell Hill is the best chippy in London. However, you do have to make an effort to get here. It is quite a distance from central London. You need to take the tube followed by a bus and the journey can take about an hour. But if you love a good traditional fish and chips, I think it is well worth the trip. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8IuYoaOm6g

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Our Best Experiences Together 4 : Inside the Pyramids

We were able to visit more pyramids on our second trip to Egypt. We have now been inside the pyramids of Khafre, Djoser, the Red Pyramid, the Bent Pyramid, Meidum and Teti. Our most memorable experiences were at the Bent Pyramid and the  Meidum Pyramid. At both, we managed to complete the full interior route, making our way through narrow and steep passages to reach the chambers deep within. It gave us the rare opportunity to experience the pyramids from the inside, rather than simply admiring these remarkable monuments from the outside.

Pyramid of Teti

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The Bent Pyramid

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The Red Pyramid

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Pyramid of Meidum

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Step Pyramid of Djoser

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The Best Places to Visit 4 : Pyramids of Giza

The Pyramids of Giza are among the most extraordinary surviving monuments of ancient Egypt. They were constructed during Egypt's Old Kingdom around 2600–2500 BC, as royal funerary complexes. The three great pyramids were built for three generations of pharaohs: Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure. 

The best view of the pyramids is from the Panoramic Viewpoint, where six pyramids can be seen lined up in a row across the desert.

Panoramic View Point

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Pyramid of Menkaure

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Pyramid of Khafre

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Pyramid of Khufu

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The Great Sphinx of Giza

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Even though we have visited several other pyramids in Egypt, we still think the Pyramids of Giza are one of the best places to visit. The other pyramids, such as the Step Pyramid, Red Pyramid, Bent Pyramid and Meidum Pyramid, are farther away from Cairo and are more off the beaten path. They tend to stand rather isolated in the desert.

Giza, on the other hand, feels like an entire ancient complex. Surrounding the three great pyramids are several smaller pyramids, tombs and temples, together with the famous Great Sphinx of Giza. There is simply so much to see in one place.

However, if your main interest is to experience the inside of a pyramid, some of the lesser-visited pyramids are well worth making the extra journey for.