goodwood festival of speed

The perks of Ian’s job are pretty amazing 

and this was just another one of those times we are thankful for 

the luxury portfolio that he works his tush off for!

Goodwood Festival of Speed is the largest motoring "garden party" in the world.

It's a unique weekend that brings together a brilliant mix of cars, 

celebs and motor sport ‘royalty’ to create the largest car culture event in the world.

The Ferarri VIP tent had Veuve Cliquot flowing while serving breakfast, 

a coursed lunch and they even hosted a late-afternoon tea.

It was directly located on the track for a front row view of the annual Hillclimb.

Formula 1 to Nascar to coal-powered cars from the 1900s 

were scattered throughout the fest.

(For more info, click here http://www.goodwood.co.uk/festival-of-speed/fos-live/foslive.aspx)

Truly enjoyed the day of sunshine and cars thanks to Vueve Cliquot.

xx

the mcgees

queen's coronation gala

 Through MHUK, Ian received two tix to the Queen’s Coronation Gala. 
Hosted at Buckingham Palace Gardens to celebrate 
the 60^th anniversary of the Queen’s Coronation.

To be able to see the “outside world” from behind the gates of 
the Palace was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

“Royal Warrant” vendors were set up all over the grounds, 

which were absolutely amazing – flowers and pathways and little ponds 
and the Palace in the background.

Truly makes you forget you are in the centre of London

when behind the gates/walls.

Performances throughout the night were from UK artists including 

orchestra, theatre and ballet.

My favourite was the English National Ballet and 

Ian’s was Eric Whitacre's 'virtual choir' which sang alongside a live choir. 

http://ericwhitacre.com/the-virtual-choir 

The overall experience of drinking Moet in the Queen’s garden 

and watching amazing artists is something we will never forget. 

 Hope you enjoyed the pictures of the queen's backyard!

xx

the mcgees

olympic park music fest

Just after we settled into life in London, we bought tix to an 

awesome music fest in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Two draws –

seeing Olympic Park and all of the crazy building that went on there

AND

an amazing line-up!

Bear's Den

Haim

Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeroes

Ben Howard

Vampire Weekend

Mumford & Sons

Olympic Park was a perfect venue with AstroTurf, 

which no one would think is awesome but 

it is – everything stays clean and dry!

The bands were amazing live and the crowd went wild 

for their UK-born Mumford & Sons!

Had the best time drinking beer and enjoying the sunshine 

while listening to some of our favorites.

 such a blast.

xx

the mcgees

1st birthday in London

Had such a special and wonderful and random birthday.

Started our morning at Brill for a bagel and cappuccino.

Then a random trip to Broadway Market.

Lounging in the park and in our garden came next.

My really special day ended with one of the best (if not the best) meal I've ever had.

Kai Mayfair

Michelin Star rated "modern" Chinese food.

Incredible food (wasabi prawns, chilean seabass and much more...) 

and insane champagne (dom p and ruinart).

Then walked through Mayfair and dropped into Novikov for a drink.

And a last minute stop at Experimental Cocktail Club in China Town.

And a Sunday visit to Brick Lane and lounging in the garden.

(brick lane - not my favorite market!)

My one birthday wish was granted - warmth and sunshine

and it looks like it came true!

Summer has arrived!!! 

It truly was a birthday to remember and it's all thanks to Ian.

Love you to the moon.

brill in exmouth market

broadway market

bought one of these cute baskets made in africa

enjoying the sunshine

walk through mayfair

dom p and caviar

wasabi prawns & lamb w/ szechuan peppercorn

brick lane (and blue sky)

 Lots of fun an excitement coming and will post along the way.

xx

the mcgees