PENNA A SPILLO. A LONDON, LIFESTYLE AND TRAVEL BLOG.
London
LatestLondon’s vintage markets: Sunbury Antiques Market
If you are a fan of antiques and vintage items, the Sunbury Antiques Market is a must visit during your stay in London. Located at Kempton Park Racecourse, about 40 minutes from the city centre, this market is one of the largest and most renowned in Europe, with over 700 stallholders offering a wide range of items, including period furniture, jewellery, ceramics, vintage clothing, and much more.
Travel
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Porto for a Long Weekend: A Three-Day Itinerary
Three days in Porto, between walks along the Ribeira, a visit to the wine cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia, the charm of the azulejos at São Bento Station, and a stop at Livraria Lello, a symbol of the Clérigos district
Lifestyle
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London Restaurants with a View: Where to Dine Above the City
London from above: from the City's skyscrapers to riverside spots along the Thames, discover my favourite places to eat, drink, and experience the city like a local.
Expat Life
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Diary of a Blogger: First Days as a Londoner
The first days in London are a mix of excitement and small misadventures: finding your way around the neighbourhood, dealing with the English weather, and surviving the Tube. In this diary, a blogger recounts the beginning of her new life in the British capital with lightness and a touch of humor.
About Me
My name is Alessandra and Pennaspillo is my blog dedicated to travel, lifestyle, and everyday life between Genoa and London. For many years I worked as a lawyer in Italy. Today, I’m a freelance blogger, visual storyteller, and mom to Matteo, Filippo, and Andrea. On Pennaspillo, I share unusual places, authentic moments, and the details that often go unnoticed. I travel a lot, take countless photos, and share all the hidden wonders I discover along the way. Above all, through my SoulMap™, I help you discover London like a true local. I’m an Official Contributor for Accidentally Wes Anderson, with a selection of my photographs featured on their official website. Plus, in 2024, one of my photos was selected for their international touring exhibition across several cities around the world.
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LONDON SOUL MAP
SoulMap™ is my way of telling the story of London: not as everyone sees it, but as I live it.
Authentic routes, real emotions, hidden details.
Follow my SoulMap™ and discover London like a local.
