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A new play inspired by Ibsen’s The Master Building comes to Wyndham’s Theatre this spring, starring none other than Ewan McGregor. Lila Raicek’s My Master Builder sees McGregor take on the role of architect Henry Solness; it’s the Trainspotting/Star Wars actor’s first West End appearance in 17 years.
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Looking for more vegetarian recipes to liven up your repertoire? Treat yourself to Sebze: Vegetarian Recipes from My Turkish Kitchen by Özlem Warren. This tasty cookbook includes delights like beetroot with pomegranate molasses, Turkish-style poached eggs with garlicky yoghurt, and pumpkin and walnut baklava.
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Vegetables are also the star of the show at ROVI — an open-fire Ottolenghi restaurant in Fitzrovia. Its seasonal menu is big on ferments, and created in collaboration with small producers, local growers and Ottolenghi’s north London kitchen garden.
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Bloomsbury is famous for its squares — home to 13 named ones. Some, though, are better known than others. We went to visit what might be its least recognised square and uncovered its fascinating (albeit rather macabre) past. You can read all about it for free on Londonist: Time Machine.
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London’s live music scene is looking extra-vibrant, 27 January-2 February, as Independent Venue Week takes over the capital. It’s a chance to celebrate London’s smaller venues, with gigs taking place at the likes of The Old Blue Last, Peckham Levels and Windmill Brixton.
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