InsiderGuide to London

Spring 2012

With Her Majesty The Queen marking

her Diamond Jubilee this year it’s an occasion we at InterContinental London Park Lane are anticipating with great excitement, not least because of our heritage, which may not be obvious until we tell you why…

Princess Elizabeth was born in 1926, to the Duke of York (later King George VI), and Elizabeth, (later Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother). They moved in 1927 to a town house at 145 Piccadilly which was to remain the family home until their move to Buckingham Palace in 1937.

Fast forward to the modern era and InterContinental London Park Lane stands proudly today on that very site of 145 Piccadilly, The Queen’s childhood residence.

Historical accounts recall a white terraced building with a huge semi-basement kitchen, (“like the giant’s kitchen in a pantomime with its immense shiny copper pots and great fire-range”, the late royal photographer Lisa Snowdon) and an extensive garden shared with other houses.

Princess Elizabeth lived at the top of the house where the day nursery and night nursery with wide windows looked down on the park.

A 1939 Time Magazine article announced that following the coronation of George VI in 1937 and the subsequent move to Buckingham Palace, the house was thrown open to the public with a show of royal treasures, referred to as ’the most spectacular exhibition of the season’.

The best representation of The Queen’s childhood at 145 Piccadilly can be found in the multiple Oscar-winning film, The King’s Speech. Scenes of the young family living in the heart of Mayfair were actually filmed in Portland Place, but the ‘shabby chic’ interiors are perfectly in keeping with the style of the house at that time.

145 Piccadilly suffered the same fate as many in London during the war, being destroyed in the blitz, then in the late 1960’s work began on the design of InterContinental London Park Lane by Sir Frederick Gibberd.

The hotel was opened on 23rd September 1975 in a ceremony overseen by the 8th Duke of Wellington, Arthur Valerian Wellesley, who still resides part-time opposite the former 145 Piccadilly in Apsley House.

To bring you right up to date, see the next page for some of the great activities on the doorstep of 145 Piccadilly during this year’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations. Ask at Concierge for details.

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Whilst hundreds of towns and cities up and down

the country, including London, will be hanging out the bunting and the beacons for The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, London will also enjoy some lavish displays and events that are dazzling even by royal standards!

Here is a selection of the events taking place over the Jubilee weekend:

Saturday 2nd June The Queen will attend the prestigious Epsom Derby.

Sunday 3rd June Celebrate the Diamond Jubilee in Hyde Park with the Big Jubilee Lunch. Friends, family and strangers are encouraged to celebrate at street party style lunches and picnics.

The Jubilee Pageant will be a captivating sight with a flotilla of 1,000 boats along the River Thames, led by the royal barge. A fantastic photo opportunity!

Monday 4th June The BBC will be hosting a special Diamond Jubilee concert at Buckingham Palace, with tickets available via a ballot.

tueSday 5th June

There will be a Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral and a formal carriage Procession by The Queen passing London’s famous landmarks.

To find out more about how you can experience the Jubilee events at London’s most prestigious address, No. 1 Park Lane, visit london.intercontinental.com for more details.

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Set in the heart of belgravia, just a short walk from the InterContinental London Park Lane, is historic elizabeth Street.

With a trading history that dates back to the

1860’s, the area is now a unique combination of high fashion boutiques, niche luxury brands and speciality foods – a great meeting place for locals and visitors alike, with the potential for a celebrity sighting or two.

Elizabeth Street, which runs from Buckingham Palace Road to Eaton Square, underwent an extensive regeneration at the end of 2010, after several months of

construction work to improve accessibility for pedestrians and traffic. The unveiling and relaunch was officially opened by His Grace, the Duke of Westminster.

The wide tree-lined Victorian street is home to many great independent retailers, from international fashion designers Jenny Packham, Cleo B and Allegra Hicks, to Perfumery Les Senteurs, luxury bakery Peggy Porschen and cigar house Tomtom Cigars. All perfect for finding something a little bit different to take home.

CLeo B Named as the ‘shoe brand to watch’ by British Vogue, The Financial Times and Grazia, Cleo B is a luxury British footwear brand creating shoes that embody a unique fusion of girly charm with quirky sculptural shapes and eye catching details.

147 Ebury Street, London, SW1W 9QN 020 7824 8666 www.cleob.com

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aLLegra hiCkSInternational luxury lifestyle brand Allegra Hicks is the place to find sophisticated eclecticism, from a silk jersey jumpsuit in orchid pink to a dainty aqua blue print silk scarf, the Allegra Hicks signature style ticks all the boxes.

42 Elizabeth Street, London, SW1W 9NZ 020 7730 3275 www.allegrahicks.com

toMtoM CigarSTomtom Cigars has become one of London’s leading cigar merchants. In a relaxing atmosphere that welcomes anyone who wants to indulge a taste for real tobacco you will find a wide range of cigars – from limited edition Havanas, (including Cohiba), to aged Cuban cigars. Also in stock are all kinds of accessories and gift ideas from humidors and cigar cutters to Dupont lighters and hampers.

63 Elizabeth Street, London, SW1W 9PP 020 7730 1790 www.tomtom.co.uk

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For the traditionalist, there are delicate open

sandwiches, decadent cakes and home-baked scones with kentish strawberry jam and Cornish clotted cream. Meanwhile, for the more adventurous foodie, our botanical afternoon Tea will delight with a molecular gastronomic revelation.

Launching for spring, the new tea takes inspiration from the surrounding parks by ‘bringing the outside in’, blending peels, berries and herbaceous botanicals for a sensory experience.

A selection of open faced sandwiches include nettle marinated asparagus beef sirloin and smoked eel, horseradish and cucumber pair with citrus peeled scones, clotted cream, homemade strawberry jam and quince preserve. Matcha Green Tea Bavarois with Red Peach Jelly and Mandarin Tarts are just some of the mini-desserts on offer.

Executive Chef Paul Bates has worked alongside modern tea emporium Tea Palace to curate an extensive tea menu with two custom blends that pay tribute to the hotel – No. 1 Park Lane and The Wellington Blend both exclusively available at InterContinental London Park Lane.

Our list of Afternoon Teas starts from just £25 per person

The Wellington Lounge recently gained accreditation with the prestigious Tea Guild by the UK Tea Council.

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a true Mayfair pairing our monthly Gin & Jazz

night is an evocative tribute to classic cocktails and golden age Jazz in the heart of Mayfair. The celebration invokes the heyday of hotel revelry when jazz was a social release and bootleg gin was served behind closed doors.

In stark contrast to clichéd hotel lobby jazz, this theatrical night adopts a curator approach when selecting the best talent to showcase at Gin & Jazz.

“We wanted to honour one of the most iconic pairings in gin history with a monthly event that transported guests to an era of decadence and splendour,” explains Stefano Filistad, manager of The Arch Bar and expert mixologist. “We pride ourselves on our gin knowledge and offering here at the hotel. We have more

than 35 varieties and a cocktail menu that is really a guide to gin through the ages. Each libation tells a story and Gin & Jazz brings it all to life.”

Executive Chef Paul Bates has risen to the challenge by creating Gatsby-esque sharing plates to match the occasion: the theatrical Cat’s Meow and decadent Hotsy Totsy – the former an oriental delight of lobster, sashimi and crab, the latter a mouth-watering arrangement of buffalo and foie gras burgers, tempura tiger prawns and chicken Yakatori.

And it all seems to be going down a treat. LondonJazz reports how it “…was promised classic cocktails and Golden Age jazz. Which is exactly what we got”, whilst Gintime simply calls it “a great way to spend Thursday nights”.

Such simplicity is reflected in the laid back ambience created at Gin & Jazz, with entry free of charge, but reservations absolutely essential. Its popularity is unsurprising, having showcased the likes of Benoit Viellefon and Emilia Mårtensson in recent months, who are as comfortable playing the Royal Albert Hall as they are the intimate surrounds of Gin & Jazz.

Gin & Jazz is held every third Thursday of the month from 7.30-10pm. Entry is complimentary, but tables should be booked to avoid disappointment. Make sure you also visit The Arch Bar every evening at 5.30pm, when guests are treated to a taster gin cocktail of the day served with a canapé to honour the Great British tradition of ‘Gin Hour.’

For more information visit www.ginandjazz.com

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‘London’s latest jazz venue is not tucked into a Soho alleyway or hidden underneath an East End warehouse. It sits instead on one of the capital’s most dignified intersections, Park Lane and Piccadilly, where the unexpected juxtaposition of soul-stirring, syncopated tunes and august edifices recalls an era of carefree Charleston’s and buzzing speakeasies.’ Departures Magazine

THe bronxTry one of The Arch Bar’s speciality Gin & Jazz cocktails at home with a recipe from our very own Stefano Filistad, Arch Bar Manager:

InGreDIenTS50ml Tanquery Gin 40ml orange juice 20ml Martini Rosso 20ml Martini Dry

Measure the ingredients, place in a Boston shaker, shake and double strain into a Martini glass, serve.

britain has a long-term love affair with the trusty

umbrella, owing both to the unpredictability of our weather and our fixation for talking about it. Whether it’s april showers, festival season or our so-called ‘Indian summer’, you should never leave home without one.

These days, it’s possible to get a weather report immediately from your handheld device or laptop relating to your exact location. But in days gone by, the Brits have had to rely on a mixture of physics and superstition to judge the need for an umbrella.

Whether it’s red sky in the morning, a seagull sitting on the sand or cows with tails to the east, the chance of the onset of rain is genuinely high, according to meteorology. However, there is little to be said for it being ‘clear by eleven if it rains before seven’ and certainly no meteorological truth behind ‘cats and dogs eating grass before rain’.

Perhaps the most fabled day in the British calendar for weather forecasting is St. Swithin’s Day (15th July) on which day

“…if thou dost rain, For forty days it will remain, …if thou be fair, For forty days ‘twill rain nae mare.”We’ll let you be the judge of that one! Our advice is to take a brolly with you whatever the forecast – consider it a fashion accessory as much as a way of protecting you from the elements!

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Get ready to face London’s unpredictable weather and check out our selection of the very best umbrellas that London can offer:

James Smith & Sons Umbrella Shop – the oldest umbrella shop in London. 53 New Oxford Street, London, WC1A 1BL

Billionaire Couture’s Umbrella – the world’s most expensive umbrella ($50,000). 9 Sloane Street, London, SW1X 9LE

Swaine Adeney Brigg – for the classic, elegant umbrella. 54 St James’s Street, London, SW1A 1JT

Fox Umbrellas – the first nylon umbrella producer. 240a Wickham Road, Shirley, Croydon, Surrey CR0 8BJ

Squid London – the most creative, these umbrellas change colour when it rains! squidlondon.com

Top: London Skyline Squidarella

Bottom: James Smith & Sons Umbrella Shop

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The royal Parks arein spectacular bloom

in springtime, making the change of season a real delight. The white flowers produced by sarcococcas and the colourful daphnes disappear making room for the beautiful hellebores and daffodils.

Also, May is the best time of the year to visit The Rose Garden, located between Queen Elizabeth’s Gate and the Serpentine in Hyde Park, a 5 minute walk from InterContinental London Park Lane.

Meanwhile, in Kensington Gardens May will bring a new production of the classic CS Lewis story,

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by the same company that brought Peter Pan to the Park in 2009. A bespoke theatre tent holding up to 1,650 people will feature amazing wrap-around scenery as well as a top quality cast. A short trip to Narnia is ideal to entertain children and grown-ups alike!

For those looking forward to some spring exercise, Hyde Park has an abundance of options including pedal boats on the Serpentine and tennis on South Carriage Drive – and if you’re planning on cycling or running, our Concierge will be delighted to help you plan your route. Complimentary bikes and helmets are supplied, as well as cards with recommended running routes to make the most of the Park.

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DeSerT ISLanD DISHeSWhat inspires award-

winning Chef Theo randall in the kitchen? alongside his passion for ingredients, travel and wine, music helps Theo get his mojo working. We asked Theo about his top tunes to cook to and the reason behind each song…

SPaGHeTTI aLLe vonGoLe When the clams pop open, Rossini’s The Barber of Seville is the perfect accompaniment. The piece adds drama, life and excitement and makes cooking even more enjoyable. As Figaro, the barber himself, arrives on the scene and launches into the classic Largo Al Factotum, it’s as if the clams themselves are calling his name.

FISH STeW Fish stew is a labour of love and Places & Spaces by Donald Byrd is a great song for sitting back, relaxing with a glass of wine and watching the stew cook. And if the stew needs longer cooking time, just rewind and start the track all over again – and pour another glass!

aMaLFI LeMon TarT Hang Up Your Hang Ups by funk and jazz legend Herbie Hancock is the perfect match for my signature dessert. Hancock’s legendary synthesizer and horns combination is as zesty as that delicious Amalfi lemon. Both help brighten my day so it makes perfect sense that they would go together.

rISoTTo Smooth, a bit luxurious and to be enjoyed with a good bottle of wine, cooking Risotto means that it’s time for the so called Walrus of Love, Barry White and his classic It’s Ecstasy When You Lay Down Next To Me. I don’t think I need to go into too much detail on this one!

ravIoLI DI erbeTTe Finally, no top tune list should be complete without a Stevie Wonder track. Sir Duke and Ravioli di Erbette are a great combination as both are lively, fun, and exciting, and the welcome end to a long day.

Get more music and food pairing advice from Theo by joining him on Twitter@theorandall

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aMaLFI LeMon TarT

For the pastry filling:• 6 Amalfi lemons,

zest of 6, juice of 4• 200g sugar • 200g butter• 4 eggs • 9 egg yolks• crème fraîche, to serve

For the pastry:• 250g plain flour• 75g icing sugar• 180g butter • 2 egg yolks

Method: 1. Filling: place lemon zest and juice, sugar and butter into a bain-marie and whisk over a medium heat until butter melts and mixture is combined. (Do not boil)

2. Whisk the eggs and egg yolks until combined, then slowly add to pan, whisking continually. Stir over a medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until mixture thickens to coat the back of a wooden spoon. Set aside to cool.

3. Pastry: place the flour, icing sugar and butter into a food processor and pulse until it resembles fine breadcrumbs. Add yolks and pulse until mixture forms a dough.

4. Turn into a bowl and lightly knead for a smooth dough. Cover and chill for one hour.

5. Preheat oven to 150C/gas mark 2.

6. Roll out the pastry on a floured surface until 2-3mm thick; line a 24cm/9in tart tin and trim off excess pastry. Cool in fridge for 30 minutes.

7. Fill the pastry tart with baking beans, blind bake for 15 minutes removing beans for the last 5 minutes of baking, until the pastry is golden-brown. Brush base with egg yolk to stop pastry becoming soggy.

8. Preheat the grill to high.

9. Sieve the pastry filling into tart, place under grill for 6-8 minutes or until bubbling and golden-brown. Remove and cool. Serve in slices with a dollop of crème fraîche. Dust with ice flour for better presentation.

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We don’t need to tell you that London

landmarks have played a central role in many famous films, so during your stay, why not take time to visit some of the best known spots and walk in the footsteps of the stars.

noTTInG HILLA real-life favourite stomping ground for Hugh Grant & co, Notting Hill is a great location to explore. After strolling through the market stalls on Portobello Road, why not take in some of the film’s famous addresses, such as William Thacker’s Flat: 280 Westbourne Park Road (that blue door) and the Travel Bookshop: 142 Portobello Road, Notting Hill, London W11 (that book shop)

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THe Da vInCI CoDeThe movie adaptation of Dan Brown’s The Da Vinci Code was shot in some of London’s famous historical locations and all are well worth a visit, including the University of London’s Kings College, the Templar Church just off Fleet Street and of course the epic and iconic Westminster Abbey.

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brIDGeT JoneSThe flat of the serial ‘unlucky-in-love’ Bridget Jones was actually just above a pub in Borough Market, now a favourite with Londoners for a stroll at weekends, not least of all to sample the local delicacies. Check it out for yourself above the Globe pub, Borough Market, London, SE1.

Four WeDDInGS anD a FuneraLTaking in the locations of all four weddings and the funeral may prove a little too much, but make sure you don’t miss the Royal Naval College Chapel at Greenwich, on the banks of the River Thames and setting for the fictional St Mary of the Fields church in the famous film.

Last but definitely not least! For any avid Harry Potter fan, the obligatory photo by ‘Platform 93/4’ is a must. Head for King’s Cross Station and you will find it by the entrance to Platform 9.

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There was a time when dining at a luxury hotel

on Park Lane conjured up an image of caviar, succulent lobster tails, divine truffles, the finest champagnes and an abundance of exotic fruits and pastries. of course, this is still very much the case for those who pursue the ultimate gourmet experience – and our chefs jump for joy when such requests come in.

However, stories in recent years about the need for businesses, particularly within the hospitality sector, to demonstrate more responsibility towards well-being and the environment are well documented and increasingly supported by governing bodies and international organisations.

Cookbook Cafe at the InterContinental London Park Lane has been at the forefront of serving seasonal, sustainable, British produce since the restaurant opened in 2006.

Curator of this fabulous fare is Executive Chef Paul Bates, who takes such enormous pride in local produce that he’s gone one step further and created the 50 Mile Menu, with ingredients sourced from within 50 miles of the hotel here in Mayfair.

“It might sound as if we’re setting ourselves a tough challenge, but the most difficult thing is deciding what to leave off the menu,” Paul explained. “Our regular diners know our popular Market Table lunch and tailoring that has been easy.”

“For our à la carte 50 Mile Menu it’s been a case of sourcing some of the fabulous local fish, meat and poultry, with a focus on international flair in its presentation. Our fish comes from the English Channel, especially on the Essex coast, with lamb from Kent and poultry from Berkshire.”

So, why not drop in and devour some of our short-haul gastronomic delicacies? Paul, (himself from Kent and now living in Berkshire, keeping true to the 50 Mile Menu concept), is always eager to share his knowledge and ideas with diners. He and the rest of the Cookbook team will be happy to talk you through the menu and its origins.

In the meantime, we’ve selected one of Paul’s 50 Mile Menu spring classics for you to have a crack at within the very local confines of your own kitchen. See overleaf.

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“It might sound as if we’re setting ourselves a tough challenge, but the most difficult thing is deciding what to leave off the menu” Paul bates

Cookbook Cafe was recently awarded 2 stars by the Sustainable Restaurant Association

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MeTHoD• Cut sea trout into small cubes, season lightly with salt and pepper

• Finely slice chives, add to the fish and grate lemon zest onto the fish

• Add the crushed new potatoes

• Gently mix together, shape into a small burger and pat flat, place in fridge for one hour

• Remove from the fridge, dip into flour, then the beaten egg, then the breadcrumbs, then return to the fridge

• Melt butter in a non-stick pan, add the olive oil then carefully place the cakes in the pan, cook on both sides for 2 minutes

• Place cakes in the oven at 165º for 8 minutes, then remove from the oven and rest for 2 minutes

• For the salad, take a cucumber, remove the ends and cut it into slices lengthways, place the slice across the plate

• In the middle of the cucumber, use the trimmings, place 3 slices of cucumber, a little of the frisse lettuce, pine nuts and 5 pieces of diced tomato

• Mix together the crab and soured cream in a small bowl, shape into a quenelle using two spoons and place on the plate

• Place the fish cake on the cucumber ‘ribbon’

• Finally place sweet chilli mayonnaise down each side of the plateand sprinkle with chives.

Serves 4

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InGreDIenTS For THe Cake 200g sea trout 100g peeled cooked new potato15ml of double cream12 sliced chivesLemon zestSalt and pepper2 eggs – beaten1 cup flour1 cup breadcrumbs

InGreDIenTS For THe Crab SaLaD100g crab meat1 dessertspoon soured creamJuice from 1 lemonSalt and pepper1 cucumberFrisse lettuce 2 tomatoes – seeds removed and diceda handful of pine nutsSweet chilli mayonnaise

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50 Mile Menu Signature Spring Dish

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Sea Trout and Chive Fish Cakes, Crab and Cucumber Salad

Who in the world isn’t talking about London this year? With a packed Jubilee and olympic agenda in 2012, there are a lot of obvious activities and attractions.

What’s on in London this Spring

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the Queen By CeCiL Beaton at the V&a MuSeuMThe ever-brilliant V&A Museum is exhibiting 100 portraits of Her Majesty by photographer Cecil Beaton. From wartime photographs of Princess Elizabeth with her family, to images of The Queen with her own young children, as well as official portraits of her as the Monarch, the exhibition is a mix of elegant and highly-staged photography alongside informal moments of the Royal Family at home, interspersed with film and radio footage from the time.V&A Museum from 8th February until 22nd April 2012.

Leonardo da VinCi at the Queen’S gaLLeryAnother exhibition that is part of The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebration is ‘The Anatomy’ by Leonardo da Vinci at The Queen’s Gallery in Buckingham Palace. Bringing together some of his most fascinating studies of the human body, the show will no doubt be a huge draw to fans of the renowned scientist, artist and genius.The Queen’s Gallery at Buckingham Palace from 4th May until 7th October 2012.

the Boat raCeAn institution of a fixture dating back to 1829, the world-famous Boat Race is on 7th April this year. Rivalry will no doubt be as strong as ever between Oxford and Cambridge Universities as they do battle once again in this annual sporting dual on the River Thames between Putney and Chiswick Bridges. Over time, Cambridge

has won 80 times with Oxford being victorious on 76 occasions, with one dead heat (in 1877). My tip for great viewing is to get down to Ye White Hart pub in Barnes or The Blue Anchor in Hammersmith, but get there early!The Boat Race is on 7th April 2012 at 2.15pm.

the harLeM gLoBetrotterS The Harlem Globetrotters are visiting London, featuring the tallest professional basketball player at 7’8’’, the shortest Globetrotter ever and the first female player in two decades. There’s fun and amazement in high doses as these incredible athletes defy gravity in honour of shooting hoops. Wembley Arena on 26th March 2012 at 7.30pm.

our Head Concierge, Simon rose has picked some highlights for the next few months on how to get the best out of living or staying in this great city.

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At Cookbook Cafe on select Saturdays mucky-pup kids are kept busy in the kitchen, (brunch, wooden spoons, mini aprons and chef hats included), while the grown-ups dip into the weekend papers and enjoy a long leisurely Saturday brunch feasting on freshly prepared dishes from Executive Chef Paul Bates, topped-up with unlimited Cremant and Bellinis.

A steal at £10 per child including aprons and hats to take home, running exclusively at selected Saturday brunches.

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17 March Yummy Mummy Munchies

19 April Easter Tweets

17 May Olympic Torch Relay

Reservations: 020 7318 8563For more information visit: www.cookbookcafe.co.uk

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daMien hirSt at tate Modern Damien Hirst burst onto the modern art scene in the late 1980’s and has been at the forefront of the arts ever since. This landmark exhibition at Tate Modern will review some of his most influential work from the past 20 years, including the iconic Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living, in which he suspended a shark in formaldehyde. Jaw dropping stuff indeed!

Tate Modern from 4th April until 9th September 2012.

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