William Wolfe’s Guide To Excellent Living In London is an updated, modernised guide to London life, as told by the fictional character, William Wolfe.
In days gone by, there was a guidebook for everything – Sir Francis Chichester’s Guide to Good Living In London was required reading for the discerning gentleman in the 1960s, but with the world at our fingertips and all the information you could possibly need at the push of a button, is the guidebook a thing of the past?
Will Woodhams, CEO of world-renowned bookmaker Fitzdares
, has brought to life his dream of publishing a modern guide to the best and most discerning establishments in London. The guide, written by Martin Williams and supported with illustrations by New York-based artist Tug Rice, brings together over 100 establishments in the city that provide top-notch service and quality produce that are not to be missed.
William Wolfe, in a relaxed, anecdotal style, breaks down the day into morning, afternoon and evening sections, covering everything from cobblers and dry cleaners, to nightclubs and hotels. There are the usual suspects, such as Fortnum & Mason and The Ivy restaurant as well as some places that people may not know, such as Rules and The Connaught Patisserie.
If you’re local to London, or just visiting, William Wolfe’s Guide to Excellent Living in London is available from The Fitzdares Club for £15, and offers a fun, engaging rundown of craftsmanship and quality in the capital. It’s beautifully presented and handily pocket-sized, and might just take you to some places you’ve not experienced before.
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