They may be miles apart in terms of, erhm, mileage. But Scotland and London aren’t really so different after all. Unnecessary and totally ridiculous (but immensely fun) pop-ups? Check. A native accent that’s impossible for outsiders to understand? Check. Habit of voting for under qualified and farcical politicians? Check! Looks like we may have a second place to feel at home in after all…
1. This.
2. Interesting lunch options.
London:
3. Which leads us nicely onto both of their love for all things alcohol.
London:
4. This.
5. The prices.
6. And more prices.
7. Oh, and rent.
8. Extravagant urinating utensils.
London:
9. Both police forces know how to have a good time…
London:
10. The weather. Meaning that whenever the sun comes out, half naked people are to be found EVERYWHERE. And we mean, EVERYWHERE.
London:
11. Excessive, ridiculous and totally amazing pop-ups to spend what little money we have left in.
London:
12. Both have a penchant for deep frying anyyyyything…which actually turns out not to be as good as it sounds.
London: we present to you…deep fried Brussel Sprouts.
13. Both are experts in passive aggressiveness.
London:
14. There is never a dull moment on either public transport systems.
London:
15. And both are seriously goddam beautiful.
London:
Scotland:
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