Notting Hill Carnival!

As I'm sure you all know, Notting Hill Carnival was this past weekend. I hope everyone got a chance to join in on the celebrations. Whether you were there to dance and enjoy the music, or to treat yourself to any of the delicious food lined up and down the streets.. the carnival did not disappoint! Now we just have to look forward to next year!

An apple a day keeps the doctor away...

It's a gorgeous day on Golborne Road! No rain and the sun in shining! I thought I'd post some pictures of the yummy Fruit and Veg lined up and down Portobello Road.. it's easy to keep healthy with so much fresh produce to choose from.

..and the bread looks delicious too!

Farewell Rachael....sad face...

The time finally came when we had to wave goodbye (or 'See you later!' because we don't like goodbyes) to our lovely receptionist Rachael Moss last week.

Rachael is off back to her home country of Canada this month to continue her studies and we really feel like we're losing an angel. Rachael has been such a great part of the Golborne Place team since she arrived at the end of 2010 and we all found it very hard to let her go!

Here are a few snaps of the farewell drinks party we had last Friday in the studio...

Fabulous and famous with Kell Skott!...

Our neighbours across the street on Golborne Road are very kindly giving a free hair make-over to one very lucky Londoner this coming September. Kell Skott, very popular with the locals of Notting Hill has been voted No.1 salon in the area as well being voted the UK's favourite SP salon as voted by Vogue.com readers....not bad going.

To be in with a chance of winning this fabulous offer go to "Competitions" on http://www.facebook.com/KellSkottHaircare

 Upload a recent photo of yourself, and say why you deserve to win. 

Share your entry and start collecting as many votes as possible!

The winner will visit the Kell Skott Haircare salon in September for a pampering hair make-over which includes colour, cut, blow dry, and a goodies bag! Not only this but you will have your glamourous photograph featured in Grove Magazine.

Good luck everyone!

Golborne Road Festivities!

The Golborne Road Festival is quickly approaching as we enter the middle of June. The Festival on it's third year running will be coming on Sunday the 17th of July this year.

The Golborne Road Festival like previous years will be full of entertainment for everyone to join in on. There will be live music, children's entertainment, sports, face painting, games and a wide variety of food from around the world.

       Make sure to stop by and help celebrate local life on Golborne Road!

A little bit of history on Golborne Road..

Today is the 2 year anniversary of the opening of our dear Golborne Place!! It has really flown by but we have loved every minute of being part of the Golborne Road local community. We are still very much the newcomers in the area as Golborne Road has a long history according to our research! It has changed dramatically over the years; starting out as part of the Great Forest of Middlesex in the 1500's, then becoming farmland in the eighteenth century and finally the development of shops and cafes began which helped form the vibrant Golborne Road we know today!

From the antiques, art, clothing, unique little boutiques, cafes and restaurants to the market stalls Golborne Road has become the little gem within Notting Hill.

The filming of Notting Hill has led Golborne Road to being an ideal and sought after film location for many movies and television sets as well as accentuating the trendiness and the artistic and creative atmosphere of the area.

Our fave spots to visit on the road are Golborne Deli for fresh juice on a summers day, Cafe O'Porto for a strong hit of caffeine when we're opening at 8am and of course Lisboa Patisserie for the tasty pastries. Not to mention Bazaar and Phoenix for a bit of retail therapy!

We hope to continue taking care of the local tribe of Golbornites with our Pilates and Gyrotonic classes as well as our large range of therapeutic therapies for many more years to come.

Last chance to see the World's great love story...

The Royal Ballet live at the O2.

The Royal Ballet is thrilled to announce that it will perform Kenneth MacMillan's timeless classic Romeo and Juliet at the O2 in June 2011. This will be the first time the world-renowned ballet company has performed in a UK arena and promises to be a ballet spectacle to remember. 

We’ve been informed by our friends at The Royal Ballet that the tickets are going fast for their four live performances at the O2! Make sure you get your tickets soon as it may be your last chance to experience this unique event.

The Royal ballet will be performing Kenneth MacMillan's timeless classic Romeo and Juliet in June. This will be the first time the world-renowned ballet company has performed in a UK arena and promises to be a spectacle to remember.

The stellar cast of Royal Ballet dancers includes Carlos Acosta, Tamara Rojo, Mara Galeazzi, Edward Watson, Alina Cojocaru and Johan Kobborg dancing the roles of the famous star-crossed lovers. 

Edward Watson

Watch the trailer! 

http://www.roh.org.uk/video/index.html?bcpid=1733261711&bclid=1740131613&bctid=901472266001

Dates and Cast Information:

Friday 17 June 2011, 7.30pm
Tamara Rojo and Carlos Acosta

Saturday 18 June 2011, 2.00pm
Mara Galeazzi and Edward Watson

Saturday 18 June 2011, 7.30pm
Alina Cojocaru and Johan Kobborg

Sunday 19 June 2011, 3.00pm
Tamara Rojo and Carlos Acosta

Tickets are available from:
O2 Box Office 0844 856 0202 or online at www.theO2.co.uk
See Tickets 0871 230 0010 or online at www.seetickets.com

Tickets £10 | £25 | £35 | £48 | £60 (+ bkg fee)

Interview with our Director Monica in West London Living...

Find out about Moni's life-changing moments, performing at the Opera House and guilty pleasures...

http://www.westlondonliving.co.uk/my-west-london-life/monica-zamora

Moni in Romeo and Juliet

A little bit of Morocco on Golborne Road..

I came across all of these beautiful Moroccan artefacts displayed outside of Fez while walking down Golborne Road this afternoon. There was lots of beautiful ceramic Moroccan pottery as well as  these exquisite colourful little mosaic tables! 

Spring flowers...

The Floral Studio on Portobello is one of my favorite places to visit during the week. They always have such a beautiful selection of bright and colorful flowers to choose from and bring back to Golborne Place!