It ' s not that often that I visit an eatery for a meal in Central London, but the Garden introduced me to a new way of " city dining " . The Garden has a nice accommodation for customers suited for every season of the year. There ' s a forecourt with benches for the customers to enjoy both the sun and the food. And if course there ' s a classic pub décor in the dining room where the atmosphere is nice and cosy in the winter. The walls are white with a lower half wood beat panelling. Very upmarket for the locals. There are three wide screen TVs broadcasting sports channels. I was lucky enough to have watched a football match between Arsenal and Newcastle United on my visit. They had a projection TV for this match which is watchable from the front of the pub. The staff are confident and friendly, wear a uniform and know how to cook food and serve drinks at the same time. There are DJ evenings on Friday and Saturday nights from 9pm to 2am. Providing a long hard bender of hip-hop, funk and soul. Don ' t worry about the loud music ruining your appetite because food is only served until the disc jockey takes to the stage.

After I got my drink I started off with Cajun Chicken as my main dish. When I paid for my meal I was given a wooden spoon with a number written on it. It was quite a useful solution, given the fact that the tables don ' t have individual numbers. In the Garden you can expect the customers to be at the bar and then move to a table. With the numbered spoons the waiters can see if you ' ve found a table after you ' ve ordered. All you have to do is hold your number up.

My dish was served in a matter of minutes. Perfectly presented with chips, garden peas, beer battered onion rings, mushrooms, half a grilled tomato and a small tub of salsa sauce. The meat was richly tendered and almost non greasy, which makes a change from my own cooking where I ' m unable to control the amount of oil I put into it. The onion rings had a nice crispy texture with a good flavour, but the chewy centre was almost pasty. The mushrooms aren ' t too soft but they are very nicely browned. The chips are fantastic that they make a decent change from the soggy grit of a chippy ' s deep fat fryer. Absolutely irresistible! I like the origin for the peas as their very crunchy and finely picked. Obviously they ' ve been cooked in a flash to avoid them from going mushy. The tomato was absolutely brilliant. The chef takes great care with vegetables. I must come here for a vegetarian night. As for the salsa sauce, well I could definitely tell they had no plastic traces in them. Like me I prefer sauces freshly made by blending them from vegetables.

After I finished my food I took a good long look at the menu. They offer a variety of do it yourself chips and burgers whereby you choose your own toppings and sauces. On the mains there are five chicken dishes, a curry, a traditional fish and chips, ham, egg and chips and sausage and mash. Basic home cooking done on a greater level, simple, gorgeous and satisfying. Vegetarians have their choices of lasagne and a cannelloni. There ' s a special deal on some of the mains where you can order " 2 for £6.45 " . The sandwiches, wraps and melts are all served with a dressed salad garnish, coleslaw and chips. The optional breads are baguette, bap and bloomer. There ' s a fantastic offer for a sunday lunch as well. For £5.95 you can have roast beef or roast chicken served with mash potato, fresh vegetables and yorkshire puddings with gravy. Beetroot and goat ' s cheese is on offer for vegetarians. There ' s an extra charge of £2.00 for a dessert.

Talking of which I didn ' t resist a tasty chocolate orange pudding with chocolate ice cream. The ice cream was optional. You can have it with custard instead if you like. The ice cream was smooth and creamy, but it wasn ' t topped on the pudding. By the time I got to the warm pudding my tongue was saying " high five " to my brain. My taste buds were gagging for the chocolate coated cream and the soft orange flavour in the texture. Always be sure to have a hot milky tea with the pudding as it makes an excellent dessert. This was the perfect evening to host the social occasion that I ' d been invited to. I ' ll always find a time to go there again. The atmosphere is just as good as the food and drink.

Appeals to sports fans, family friendly, classic gastro pub, North London. Prices range from £3 - £10 a meal.

Here are 15 “Must Do” Activities to give you a memorable vacation:

1. Almost every weekend families are invited to Waikiki Sunset on the Beach in Honolulu. It's a free event for the entire family, spotlighting documentary films and feature movies, all showcased on a 30 foot screen. Bring your own lawn chairs and beach blankets and enjoy the show.
2. On the North Shore, at Turtle Bay Resort, it's the Legends of the North Shore Luau, every Friday night. There's an exciting dinner show with special entrees for the kids. You can enjoy tropical drinks at the outdoor. Surfside Hang Ten bar as well as late night entertainment and dancing at the Bay Club. There's even live Hawaiian entertainment in the lobby daily from 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
3. The Sheraton Waikiki is the place to be for the best of live Hawaiian music. You will enjoy the mystical sounds of old Hawaii daily from 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at the poolside Sandbar.
4. There is also live entertainment by Stardust beginning at 8:30 p.m. in the Hanohano Room.
5. North Shore Shark Cage Tours are definitely for the adventurous. You only need a mask and snorkel that is included in this tour, as they immerse you into thrilling shark infested waters. There is no diving experience needed and it is without age restriction. This tour is guaranteed to change your feelings about sharks.
6. The Dole Plantation is a haven for Pineapple lovers. The grounds are immense and well manicured, featuring the world's largest maze. There's also Pineapple ice cream, taffy, jam and clothing and other merchandise for the whole family.
7. Hilo Hattie is the store of Hawaii since 1963. Here you'll find anything and everything Hawaiian. You can take a free shuttle bus from various hotels in Honolulu and once you're there, you are greeted with a shell lei and fresh passion fruit juice.
8. Sportsfishing is a must if you have never had the experience. There are a variety of charters that will take you out for about 4 ½ hours on the deep blue ocean as you wrestle with Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Ono and Ahi. There's nothing quite like catching your own dinner. Many of the charter boats will allow you to clean, gut and cook your own catch right on the boat!
9. Helicopter tours are a wonderful way to see the “Gathering Place” that you normally cannot see by car. You'll be entranced by majestic waterfalls, breathtaking vistas, and razor-sharp ridges-the hidden Oahu few experience. Check with your hotel concierge for the best value and availability.
10. You must play in the water if you want to truly enjoy Hawaii. The best cruise on the island is the Kai' Oli” Oli. The $1.5 million catamaran takes you out to see dolphins and flying fish in their native habitat, and they stop and allow you to snorkel in an underwater marine preserve. The surrounding areas you will see starboard include the homes of the CEO for Harley Davidson as well as actress Cameron Diaz. A delicious lunch is also included. It is only 20 minutes from Honolulu and a wonderful way to spend part of your vacation.
11. Cirque Hawaii features award winning artists from around the world that display an exotic blend of strength, balance, humour, skill and beauty. The circus performers are experienced and graceful as they accompany you on your journey into a magical world.
12. Ever try parasailing? Perhaps now is the time. Extreme Parasail is one company that will give you an experience you won't ever forget. It's the only parasail company that flies side-by-side tandem so you can sit next to your loved one as you sail above the turquiose waters. It averages about 15 minutes of airtime and will be sure to give you an adrenaline rush!
13. The Polynesian Cultural Center is magnificent. As Hawaii's #1 paid attraction, this center takes you back to old Polynesia. You will experience first-hand the 42-acre grounds with seven native villages. Activities allow visitors to throw Tongan spears, prepare Tahitian coconut bread, and even train with Samoan fire knife practice batons. You'll also encounter one of Hawaii's most authentic luaus.
14. SeaLife Park is an adventure for the family. You can learn about dolphins and other sea creatures through touch and play. Their manta ray encounter brings you face to face with stingrays as you snorkel through their lagoon as these animals glide through the water. You can also hang out with sea lions and dolphins and witness the amazing personalities of these fun loving creatures. Sea Trek Adventure takes you three fathoms down into their 300,000 gallon tank to explore and photograph eels and sea turtles and colorful salt water fish.
15. Hanauma Bay isn't the only to-die-for snorkeling spot on Oahu. Try Pupukea Beach Park. This 80-acre beach park, on the North Shore, is a Marine Life Conservation District teeming with fish, coral and shells. And compared to Hanauma, where snorkelers are jammed into the bay like M&Ms in cellophane, Pupukea is usually uncrowded. The beach park, also known as Shark's Cove, is the site of a reef where a large variety of marine life can be seen in their natural environment.

Oahu is truly an island of many opportunities for fun for the whole family. Discover Oahu and the excitement and relaxation it has to offer. You can visit a travel agent or simply book your airfare on Hawaiian Airlines, accommodations and rental car on-line. As they say in the islands, “Aloha!”

Travel tip:

This beautiful island, 50 kilometers off the coast of Pahang, Malaysia, is unspoiled by civilization. Hence, it is a perfect place to let your hair down. You can do your sunbathe here in a hassle-free and relaxing condition. You may also have beach parties, or stroll along the beautiful stretches of white sands. Come and experience yourself! Let yourself be engulfed by a marvelous view of nature.

There are chalets here to make your stay comfortable. For marine lovers, they can go for snorkeling. A nearby diving club rents out diving equipment to skin-diving enthusiasts. There are beautiful corals and fishes to see. If you are fortunate, you may also get to see some unique, harmless and extremely rare marine creatures.

If you are planning for an unforgettable and remembrance holiday, Laguna Island deserves a better and ideal place for you.