A fiery post-work date with Spicy Lates

With the mercury hitting 34 on the hottest day of the year so far, I wilted out of the office in a state of near melt-down.  Desperately seeking shady trees and wide, open spaces, I headed straight for the sanctuary of the world’s most famous botanical gardens to experience Spicy Lates – part of Kew’s Full of Spice Festival. Exploring the origins of our favourite seasonings, the festival takes you on a fascinating journey from distant lands to our dinner table today. Departing the tube inferno, I made straight for the giant inflatable chilli pepper.

replica chilli pepppers decoration at Spicy Lates, Kew Gardens

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