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Chinatown And Covent Garden, London

AFTER A GOOD NIGHT REST, our first morning in London started off by taking a subway to Chinatown!  The last time I went there was in the 1980s!  Don't count how many years, just too many years ago and I could not remember much at all actually.  I could only remember one thing though, food!  I remember I took a big plate of Wan Tan Hor Fun and it was really tasty because I missed Chinese food then.  So this time, I told my son that we must go for the Hongkong styled Wan Tan Hor to bring back old sweet memories.  And he took me to one shop he has tried last time, before we went in, he cautioned us that the staff there could be very crude, well, that is understandable....
Chinatown entrance... 
No, we did not enter this one... 
But this cos it is much cheaper here... hahahahaa... 
 Our order Fried Hor Fun came out big portion... 5.50 pounds...
 And Wanton noodles also of the same price...
 Yes, we shared our meal as usual.... cos two of are small eaters... ahem..... 
And I know someone has been eyeing the fresh buns across the street....
There, I knew it!!  She must try the fresh Polo Bun... Hongkong-style!

After our hearty meal in Chinatown, Aaron took us to Covent Garden.  Set in London's West End, Covent Garden is a major draw for visitors and Londoners who enjoy its many attractions such as shopping, theatre, restaurants, bars, history and culture.  It is always buzzing with the excitement and a destination for food lovers and fashionitas alike.  Things to see around Covent Garden include the London Transport Museum, the Royal Opera House, Somerset House and the Covent Garden Market itself.
Inside the Apple Market and Street Performances in Covent Garden....
Shopping, food and museums... lots to do here... 
And the Mascot adding fun to our day outing at the Covent Garden....


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  1. Twilight ManSeptember 21, 2016 at 10:43 AM

    Covent Garden is always interesting with a hive of activities! I love that place.

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    1. ReanaclaireSeptember 22, 2016 at 1:43 PM

      You have been there too? Nice.. can linger awhile longer if got more time..

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  2. munSeptember 21, 2016 at 11:14 AM

    Ah so you satisfied your walk down memory lane with the wanton mee dish. Nice! I miss uk after looking at all your photos. Enjoy yourself! I can see your daughter is enjoying herself to the max too. How nice to have a family holiday!!

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  3. suituapuiSeptember 21, 2016 at 11:29 AM

    Oh? My comment disappeared. :(

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  4. PHSeptember 21, 2016 at 12:45 PM

    I have heard stories about how the Hongkies can be rude and crude. I hope you did not experience that.

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    1. ReanaclaireSeptember 22, 2016 at 1:44 PM

      Oh maybe we are not used to their tone of speaking..

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  5. Ginny HartzlerSeptember 21, 2016 at 1:01 PM

    A really fun and perfect day! The noodles and buns, all the food, looks so delicious and fresh. And even a Godiva store!

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    1. ReanaclaireSeptember 22, 2016 at 1:45 PM

      Yeah, my girl has not tried Godiva.. and we have not tried their ice cream before..

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  6. linaSeptember 21, 2016 at 1:03 PM

    Makan and jalan-jalan. Memang syiok!

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  7. Rose worldSeptember 21, 2016 at 3:53 PM

    Try not to convert the price, thennit is cheaper. ^^

    Nice to venture around. Love the last photos with the mascot. It is a hippo, right?

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    1. ReanaclaireSeptember 22, 2016 at 1:46 PM

      Yes, I think so... it is for the Punch and Judy restaurant..

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  8. UnknownSeptember 21, 2016 at 4:04 PM

    Your food at Wong Kei looks good. They have polished up their act; they say please, thank you and good bye these days. I love their chilies. I tried to replicate it when I was stationed in the Middle East; sometimes I added dried shrimps.

    If you are in London in the summer and are keen on opera, the Royal Opera House in Convent Garden beams free, live performance on big screen in Convent Garden, Trafagar Square etc.

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    1. ReanaclaireSeptember 22, 2016 at 3:19 PM

      Did they really? Then I am glad they did.. Oh, you are really familiar with all these places, Corina! Next time I must refer to you when I go overseas! hahahaa

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  9. Somewhere in SingaporeSeptember 21, 2016 at 4:38 PM

    Wanton is always my favourite, hehe...

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    1. ReanaclaireSeptember 22, 2016 at 3:20 PM

      I am not really a fan.. but once awhile, I dont mind taking..

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  10. Nancy ChanSeptember 21, 2016 at 8:02 PM

    The food looks good. I too would want to try the polo bun like your girl! Such an enjoyable family holiday!

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  11. CL (RealGunners)September 22, 2016 at 3:03 PM

    Hahaha I went to the same restaurant as you did for the same reason, because cheaper! :D

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  12. PhazerDecember 15, 2016 at 6:56 PM

    Best Flower Delivery NYC shop in the city! Their 'ready to go' floral arrangements are the best deal in town - and last well over a week. Plus, they always seem open - so great to pick them up on way home from dinner.

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