Grove Magazine

Honeysuckle Weeks: Smells Like Free Spirit

Behind the posh voice and coiffed hair Natasha Paulini finds a rambling bohemian flower

Yasmin Sewell: Buying Power

Fashion gun-for-hire Yasmin Sewell talks to Natasha Paulini about Browns, bowling and her beloved Bayswater

Louise Nason: The sweet smell of success

Louise Cameron discovers how chocolate, children and a charming demeanour is all in a day’s work for Ledbury Road local and owner of Melt, Louise Nason

Sophie Lillingston, Party Planner

Notting Hill’s events queen Sophie Lillingston talks to Natasha Paulini about hosting the perfect party, despite the odd flash flood...

Claire Goldsmith of Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder for W11-based eyewear entrepreneur Claire Goldsmith, 31, who talks to Louise Cameron about reviving her family’s legendary business, Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses

Vincent McKevitt

Vincent McKevitt, owner of salad bar brand, Tossed talks to Lydia Williams about giving his customers food for thought

Rous Iland

Holland Park has always been an exceptionally stylish part of town, as local entrepreneurs Kara Iland and Clare Rous of stylish members’ boutique Rous Iland know very well. Natasha Faruque takes a tour of their remarkable walk-in wardrobe

Jamie Theakston

Once notorious for his party lifestyle, Grove resident Jamie Theakston has traded the late nights for early starts on the radio and batchelorhood for married bliss, and, as Elinor Malcolm discovers, he couldn’t be happier

Santa Montefiore

Santa Montefiore’s childhood home and its idyllic garden inspired her latest book. Kate Crockett takes an armchair journey with her from Kensington to Hampshire

Sophie Conran

Bayswater-based cookery writer and product designer, Sophie Conran, talks to Annie Deakin about motherhood and being part of that famous London clan

Sarah Rowden

Sarah Rowden, author and owner of St Helen’s Foodstore in St Helen’s Gardens, W10, takes multi-tasking and joie de vivre to a whole new level, says Emily Paine

Amy Beeton

From Notting Hill to Everest, Hannah Palmer talks to writer and mountain climber Amy Beeton about the highs of life on the peaks

Philippa Holland

Society jeweller Philippa Holland studied the History of Jewellery at Sotheby’s in 2000 and is now becoming part of it, as Lucy Land discovers

Rowley Leigh

The opening of Le Café Anglais at Whiteleys sees the welcome return of Rowley Leigh to the Grove restaurant scene. Bill Knott catches up with him

Hayley Menzies

In party season, the pressure is always there to host a memorable event – so let Portobello-based model turned-party organiser, Hayley Menzies, be your social secretary. As Philippa Ronald discovers, the RSVPs to her parties always come with a ‘Yes, please’

Tim Lott

Tim Lott, Kensal Green resident and award-winning author of White City Blues, gives Kate Crockett his unique insight into the changing face of Notting Hill

Puppini Sisters

Marcella Puppini, founder of vivacious 1940s-inspired girl group The Puppini Sisters talks to Vicky Addinall about her passion for Portobello, The Cobden Club and Ruby Woo

Zoe Devlin

Singer Zoe Devlin started out in Notting Hill, playing at Carnival and Portobello Gold. Last month she was at Westbourne Studios for the screening of the Strummer biopic, in which she appears. Lucy Land meets the rising star

Gaz Mayall

DJ and musician Gaz Mayall has been going to Notting Hill Carnival every year since 1973. If you read his interview in August’s issue of Grove and want to know what else he has to say about life in Notting Hill, read on

Georgina Goodman

Georgina Goodman, whose shoes have been fêted as ‘summer essentials’ by Thandie Newton and ‘the future of footwear’ by Manolo Blahnik, on Grove life

Bill Amberg

Luxury leather goods craftsman and local resident Bill Amberg has built his thriving international business here in Notting Hill. Kate Crockett meets the man behind the bags

Fashion Assassins

Watch out world: here come Grove’s style superstars. By Laia Farran Graves

Studio Pilates in Maida Vale

Two women, 700 hours of rigorous training, one school: if you want to get fit, Studio Pilates in Maida Vale is the place to do it, writes Bella Blissett

Maggie & Rose

Kensington-based mum-preneurs Maggie Bolger and Rose Astor of Maggie & Rose talk to Louise Cameron about kids, their club and creative play

The Dog Walker

Lydia Williams talks to Angela from The Dogs Club in Hyde Park about dog-friendly haunts and pet hates

Sarah Anderson

Notting Hill travel-bookshop owner and author, Sarah Anderson talks to Lydia Williams about her famous Travel Bookshop, that film and the release of her autobiography

Simon Moorhouse of Invisible City

The devil is in the detail for W10-based creative director Simon Moorhouse. Lydia Williams talks to him about his passion for bespoke design

Katie Melua

Best-selling artist Katie Melua talks to Alistair Duncan about musical success and the journey to West London via Georgia

Caryn Franklin

Lydia Williams talks to Caryn Franklin about her latest fashion buys, The Clothes Show and her love for life in Kensal Rise

Olivia Rubin

Maida Vale’s hottest young fashion talent, Olivia Rubin, is celebrating a successful stint at London Fashion Week, being noticed by Vogue and impressing celebrity fans.
Nicole Rapaport went to meet her

Martyn Gayle

Westbourne Grove hair guru Martyn Gayle, who has been based in the area for almost 20 years, gives his views on local life and offers haircare tips for summer

Georgina Rylance

Kensington-based actress Georgina Rylance on love, life and the perfect place to cosy up in Notting Hill this Valentine’s Day

Jonathan Tuckey

Jonathan Tuckey’s ability to lend new life to classic architecture is shedding fresh light on the old Grove, as Tamara Abraham discovers when she meets him at his W10-based practice

Caroline Hurley

Caroline Hurley, director of award-winning Quintessentially Events production company, has worked on some of the best parties, fashion shows, film premieres and awards ceremonies. Hannah Palmer finds out her perfect party secrets

Coralie Rose

Gorgeous up-and-coming Notting Hill actress Coralie Rose is as unpredictable as the flower she is named after. Philippa Ronald trails behind

The Jay Scott Project

Musician and singer-songwriter Jay Scott lived in Notting Hill for 10 years before moving to Maida Vale. The Notting Hill set was taking note of his band, The Jay Scott Project, playing at the recent Octopus Street Party. Lucy Land was among them

Suzy Hoodless

From Wallpaper* to Barbados, it seems Suzy Hoodless’ talents know no bounds. Tamara Abraham catches up with interior design’s brightest star

Preen

They may have been around for 10 years, but Preen is still in very much fashion. The British design couple behind the clothes talk to Philippa Ronald

Jasmine Guinness

Model Jasmine Guinness set up shop in Portobello Road. But no, it’s nothing to do with fashion. She shows Philippa Ronald round her toy emporium

Paul Smith

Iconic fashion designer Paul Smith made Notting Hill his home in the mid-70s. He reveals why he loves the area so much in this exclusive interview with Lucy Land

Nathaniel Parker

Local resident and actor Nathaniel Parker gets started, there’s nothing stopping him. Alistair Duncan talks fame, family and much, much more with the loquacious star

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