Fiona's Guide to London

London is like a second home to me. I go there every year to visit my sister, see my friends and go shopping.

My favourite sightseeing spots

1. London Eye

Since opening in March 2000 the British Airways London Eye has become an iconic landmark and a symbol of modern Britain. I love to go on the London eye when it's sunset so I can see the city of London when there's still a little bit of daylight and also when all the lights are on in the city.

2. Piccadilly

For many years, Piccadilly Circus - at the junction of five busy streets - has been a famous London Landmark. At its heart and backlit by colorful electric displays is a bronze fountain topped by a figure of a winged archer. The statue is popularly called EROS, the pagan god of love, but it was in fact designed in the 19th century as a symbol of Christian charity - a monument to Lord Shaftesbury, a philanthropist. Piccadilly is basically a place I pass by almost every day in London.

My favourite places for eating

1. Tutton Brasserie

It's the place I go to everytime I go to London, where it is shopping at Covert Garden, or to have a pre-theatre meal before the Ballet at Royal Opera House right next door. Tuttons is renowned for its delicious modern European cuisine. Daily specials are announced on the restaurants large blackboard and are all very reflective of te season and weather and ensure that the choice at Tuttons is always interesting and diverse.

2. Wolseley

Wolseley is the place I always go for afternoon tea in London. Wolseley transformed an old bank space on a busy Piccadilly corner in Mayfair into a luxurious Viennese-style eatery with excellent food, matching wine list, exquisite desserts and outstanding coffee. I remember seeing Jude Law and Sienna Miller there one or twice.

My favourite places for shopping

1. Harrods

Harrods is one of London's most prestigious shopping venues – a glittering tribute to all things opulent and stylish. Owned by Mohammed Al Fayed, each floor scales the heights of designer fashions and accessories, luxury furniture, cosmetics, fine jewellery and classic toys.

2. King's Road

The Peter Jones department store dominates the Sloane Square end of the King's Road, and opposite is the newly developed, Duke of York pedestrian precinct. The further (west) you walk, the greater the number of smaller, independent clothes and shoe shops, plus a good selection of contemporary furnishing stores selling wallpapers, fabrics, handmade carpets, storage and lighting. I love shopping at the small boutiques as I think they have something different and unique.

3. Portobello Market

Famous as the backdrop of the movie "Notting Hill", portobello market is a great place for the freshest produce and antiques on weekends. Nearer Notting Hill Gate, prices and quality are highest; the middle is where locals buy fruit and vegetables and hang out in trendy restaurants. Under the Westway elevated highway is a great flea market, and more bric-a-brac and bargains appear as you walk toward Golborne Road.