Aubergine (UK) / Eggplant (US) The word aubergine, used in the UK, comes from French. How do British say zucchini? Zucchini or Courgette The U.S. term, zucchini, comes from the Italian zucchina, which has zucca as its root, meaning, “gourd, marrow, pumpkin or squash.” Conversely, courgette is another French word that the U.K. borrowed. However, […]
Category: London
How Much Are The New Year’S Eve Fireworks In London?
£15 each. Tickets are required to watch the event; they cost £15 each, and will be available from noon on Friday 2 December 2022. There’s a maximum of four tickets per transaction. How much are the London fireworks on NYE? When do London firework tickets go on sale? The first release of tickets has already […]
What Time Do Shows Start In London?
However, most shows in London start at 7:30pm. A typical stage show typically starts about five minutes after the start time, so there is no time for a delay. We are responsible for preparing the venue thirty (30) minutes before the start time. Get There on Time begins at 8:00 p.m. every night. How early […]
Are London Attractions Open On Boxing Day?
These are days when banks are closed, most Londoners get the day off and local children are out of school. Luckily for visitors, a vast majority of London attractions remain open on bank holidays with the exception of Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. Is everything closed on Boxing Day in London? Public […]
Is London A Industrial City?
Manufacturing in London today Its role has shifted as both the city and the country as a whole have developed post-industrial economies. However, while the city is clearly no longer geared towards manufacturing, it is still an important component of London’s vast and diverse economy. Which part of London is industrial? Located on the border […]
What Is London’S Main Function Now?
Today London is one of the world’s largest financial centers and is home to 100 of Europe’s top 250 largest companies. It also has a strong governmental function as it is the home of the United Kingdom’s Parliament. Education, media, fashion, arts, and other cultural activities are also prevalent in the city. What is London’s […]
Is Saturday A Good Day To Visit London?
Saturdays tend to be much busier than Sundays, prefer Sunday for the visit if you’re coming for a weekend. Tuesday is the best day to visit, with a smaller number of visitors in general during the week. Monday and Friday are also good options to consider (especially Friday night). Is London busy on a Saturday? […]
What Should You Not Miss At The Natural History Museum London?
A royal lion skull, a Moon rock, a famous gorilla, even Darwin’s pigeons: uncover some of the most extraordinary specimens in the Museum’s collections. Guy the gorilla. On the Origin of Species. The Birds of America. Hans Sloane’s nautilus shell. Great auk. Barbary lion skull. Charles Darwin’s pigeons. What should you not miss at the […]
Is London Open On Good Friday?
Most shops and supermarkets, restaurants, pubs, theatres, and cinemas are open on Good Friday. As Good Friday is a public holiday, most businesses and organizations are closed, although some stay open. Is anything open in London on Good Friday? Most places are closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday but open on Easter Monday. Is […]
Are London Attractions Open On Bank Holidays?
Public Holidays in London Luckily for visitors, a vast majority of London attractions remain open on bank holidays with the exception of Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. What is open during bank holiday London? All large shops will be open. Banks will be closed and in the centre small shops and cafes […]