Morning Sabah People,

Earlier this Fall, Ari & Adri, from Sabah HQ, spent a week in London -- visiting our Sabah House on Chiltern Street, connecting with local partners, and putting together the beautiful campaign that brought Bolos to life on the streets of Marylebone.

Of course, when we travel, now matter how busy our Sabah schedule, we find time to enjoy some “extracurricular” activities. 

On a Saturday in London, Ari & Adri did just that. Their focus: eating well for breakfast, lunch & dinner. And, of course, breaking in their Bolos along the way.

Enjoy their day off report... I know I'm retracing their steps on my next trip to the UK.

Sabah UP!

Sincerely,
The Sabah Dealer
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 Ari & Adri met Melissa, the General Manager of Sabah London, at Layla Bakery in Notting Hill, where they serve some of the most delicious pastries in London. With all their sourdough made in-house, the open kitchen makes for entertaining baked goods theater.

Pro tip: take advantage of your jet lag and go early to beat the queue.  

Next stop: Regent's Canal - a peaceful stretch of waterway that runs through North London. People still live along the canal and the mix of boat moorings, heritage buildings and nature make for a charming setting to stroll.

Here, Ari & Adri enjoyed their favorite lunch of the whole trip at Towpath Cafe. An eclectic meal, they enjoyed figs, ricotta & honey toast; grilled sardines with mojo verde; taramasalata with radishes; and roasted carrots in yogurt sauce. 

But the setting, nestled along the canal, is what makes Towpath, a seasonal cafe (only open in warm months) that's almost entirely outdoors, so special. Whimsical, quirky, warm natured and absolutely delicious -- a must stop!

A full day of walking in their Bolos meant an afternoon snack was a must -- cupcakes & coffee at Violet Cakes in East London. This place did not disappoint, nor did the neighborhood.

The chef behind Cafe Cecilia previously worked at two of our favorite restaurants in London: St. John and River Cafe. So Ari & Adri had to try the much acclaimed neighborhood joint in East London, also along Regent's Canal. How they scored a reservation is another question... 

Cafe Cecilia serves a menu that changes daily inside a simple industrial space: Sage & Anchovy Fritti, Mussels on Toast, and Pork Chops were highlights

The food was great, the people watching even better... definitely worth a visit on a next trip to London, they told me.