Mollie Kate Cohen - Editor

Mollie is a freelance writer, having started her career as a specialist bid writer. She writes on a wide range of topics including the arts, social justice and life in London. She is an avid reader, gig attendee and baker. Her hates include slogan t-shirts, mushrooms and having the big light on.

Contact: mollie.cohen@flolondon.co.uk

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24 hours at Thyme Hotel
Explore Travel
24 hours at Thyme Hotel
Explore Travel

Thyme, situated in the heart of the Cotswolds, oozes a quiet, cosy, luxury. It’s somewhere that provides the opportunity to truly ground yourself, disconnect from city life, and enjoy the peace of the countryside…

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In conversation with Jemma Powell
In conversation with
In conversation with Jemma Powell
In conversation with

Jemma Powell is known for her observational landscapes. She is also an accomplished actress having featured in Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland…

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Waterworks 2023 Review, Gunnersbury Park
The Scene
Waterworks 2023 Review, Gunnersbury Park
The Scene

This was Waterworks third instalment, and the line-up was massive with loads of DJ greats including Eliza Rose, Eris Drew, Call Super, Palms Trax, Dr Banana, Amaliah, Anz, Lukas Wigflex, and Pearson Sound. One unique thing about Waterworks is their bold assertion that they have no headliners. Every artist is booked because they represent a section of the diverse talent that makes up London’s underground music scene…

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Jools Holland at Kew the Music Review
The Scene
Jools Holland at Kew the Music Review
The Scene

We attended Kew the Music and we found it to be one of the most laid back, enjoyable ways to spend an evening in London. Summer 2023 had a marvellous line up including The Vamps, Hacienda Classical, Bastille, The Human League, Jack Savoretti, and Jools Holland and His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra…

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6 books to add to your autumn reading list
Books
6 books to add to your autumn reading list
Books

6 books to add to your autumn reading list. Including:  Yellowface by R.F.Kuang· Manifesto: On Never Giving Up by Bernardine Evaristo  · Betty by Tiffany McDaniels · Notes on Heartbreak by Annie Lord  · The Queens of Sarmiento Park by Camila Sosa Villada (translated by Kit Maude)…

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Platform: where Gaming meets good times in Canary Wharf
Explore London
Platform: where Gaming meets good times in Canary Wharf
Explore London

Experience the ultimate gaming hangout at Platform, a neon-lit oasis in the heart of Canary Wharf…

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Feels like June: a taste of California in Canary Wharf
FLO Food
Feels like June: a taste of California in Canary Wharf
FLO Food

Feels Like June is an oasis amongst the chaos and looming towers of Canary Wharf. The Californian-inspired restaurant describes itself as having a ‘Europe meets West Coast flair’ which we can attest to after having spent a gorgeous evening there…

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Eating Myself, Brixton House Review
The Scene
Eating Myself, Brixton House Review
The Scene

Eating Myself is a compelling exploration of food, nurturing, and female identity in Peruvian society. Written and performed by Pepa Duarte and directed by Sergio Maggiolo, the play offers a sensory journey into womanhood, body image, and tradition…

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Review: A Moving Murder Mystery, Belmond British Pullman Train
The Scene
Review: A Moving Murder Mystery, Belmond British Pullman Train
The Scene

 We were lucky enough to be invited for a trip on the Belmond train for their newest feat, the Murder Mystery Lunch, which promises ‘a sumptuous lunch and plenty of head scratching’, but it achieved much, much more than that. In our experience, everywhere I looked my eyes were met by something beautiful, and everything that passed my lips tasted divine. Attention to detail is a key feature of this luxurious, extraordinary experience…

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Step into anarchy with Queer Bruk
In conversation with
Step into anarchy with Queer Bruk
In conversation with

We caught up with Akeil Onwukwe-Adamson, the founder of Queer Bruk. Akeil spoke to us on all things London, music, fashion, David Bowie, and of course delved into Queer Bruk…

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TOTW: thank you key workers
Thought of the Week
TOTW: thank you key workers
Thought of the Week

Every Thursday night we stand outside our houses clapping, banging wooden spoons on saucepans and cheering in celebration of all the hard and essential work that the NHS workers are doing #ClapForCarers…

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Thought of the Week
Self isolation survival TV guide
TV & FILM
Self isolation survival TV guide
TV & FILM

In case you had been living in a cave, the UK population is now under strict instruction from the Prime Minister to 'stay at home'. Whilst, for the time being, many of our usual liberties are under lock and key, for the little TV gremlins within us it is their time to shine…

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Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams
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Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams
Books

Queenie Jenkins is a 25-year-old Jamaican-British woman living in London. The story follows Queenie after a break-up with her long-term white boyfriend, Tom, and she really suffers in the fallout of it. But although the novel is framed by this breakup, it is not a love story, nor a tale of heartbreak…

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International Women’s Day 2020: The health and wellbeing edition 
FLO Lifestyle
International Women’s Day 2020: The health and wellbeing edition 
FLO Lifestyle

There are so many expectations and limits and restrictions placed on women, on our bodies, on how we spend our time. Despite this, being fit and healthy is one of the most common resolutions and aims that we aspire to. If you’re needing some inspiration of what to do…

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The Stepford Wives by Ira Levin
Books
The Stepford Wives by Ira Levin
Books

The Stepford Wives is a phrase that is so well known that many people may not even realise that it originates from a novel. This satirical thriller is exceptionally short – most people could probably get through it in a day – but the layers of meaning, still relevant today, are what sticks with you. Regardless of the fact that The Stepford Wives was published in 1972…

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International Women’s Day 2020: The film edition
TV & FILM
International Women’s Day 2020: The film edition
TV & FILM

There has been a lot of controversy surrounding Hollywood and the film industry over the treatment and lack of inclusion of women this year. With the Oscars being most heavily criticised for the lack of female nominees in the Best Director category…

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TV & FILM
International Women’s Day 2020: The period edition
FLO Sustainability
International Women’s Day 2020: The period edition
FLO Sustainability

A London Assembly Environment Committee report found that sanitary towels are made up of 90% plastic. Plastic is incorporated into essentially every single part of a tampon: the external wrapping, the applicator, and even the absorbent part of the tampon itself and the string…

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FLO Sustainability
International Women's Day 2020: The book edition
Books
International Women's Day 2020: The book edition
Books

In light of International Women’s Day and the announcement of the Women’s Prize Longlist for 2020 we wanted to talk about our favourite feminist books to read. Literature can be inspiring, motivating and powerful and feminism is a commonly discussed theme. Some notable feminist novels are…

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Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë
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Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë
Books

Jane Eyre was originally published in 1847. Although it was written by Charlotte Brontë it was published under the pseudonym Currer Bell – and after reading, it is worth questioning whether the novel would have been regarded so highly if people were aware it was written by a woman, not a man. The novel provides a critique of society at…

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Milky Chance at The Brixton Academy
The Scene
Milky Chance at The Brixton Academy
The Scene

Milky Chance is the name of German folk duo from Kassel, but their sound could also be described as alternative rock, electronic, reggae, folk and indie – what a mix. Milky Chance took over Brixton Academy as part of their ‘Mind the Moon’ tour with their album of the same name…

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The Love Island Round-Up: #BeKind
TV & FILM
The Love Island Round-Up: #BeKind
TV & FILM

We decided to not go ahead with our usual Love Island Round Up piece that covers the antics of the past week in the villa. This is partly to show solidarity with ITV’s decision not to broadcast Love Island on Sunday night, and it is also because we feel like discussing the trivialities of the show is a bit ridiculous in the face of such a tragic event…

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Circe by Madeline Miller
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Circe by Madeline Miller
Books

Don’t put off reading this novel if you know nothing of the Greek gods and goddesses, it is easy to follow and there are no expectations on previous understanding.But equally, even if you are well versed in the mythology you will still be captivated…

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The Love Island Round-Up: Heartbreak and 'making it official' (3rd – 9th February)
TV & FILM
The Love Island Round-Up: Heartbreak and 'making it official' (3rd – 9th February)
TV & FILM

Last week we watched with bated breath as Casa Amour ripped the girls and boys apart and gave their ‘relationships’ one of the biggest tests they will probably ever have. For those not aware of the tumultuous journey…

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The Love Island Round-Up: Sharks and Praying Mantis' (27th January -2nd February)
TV & FILM
The Love Island Round-Up: Sharks and Praying Mantis' (27th January -2nd February)
TV & FILM

Everyone online right now is talking about (Love Island specific of course – we do admit that there are actually more important things going on in the world…) is the impending doom of Casa Amour on Monday night…

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The Love Island Round-Up: 'Shaughna Phillips has never had a cheese sandwich' (20th-26th January)
TV & FILM
The Love Island Round-Up: 'Shaughna Phillips has never had a cheese sandwich' (20th-26th January)
TV & FILM

Monday brought fans probably one of the most exciting episodes of Love Island so far – the girls-versus-boys heartbeat dance-off challenge. Usually this challenge comes much later in the season, which makes you think perhaps the villa was so boring that…

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The Love Island Round-Up: 'Cartoon Teeth and Sexy Baby Voices' (12th - 19th January)
TV & FILM
The Love Island Round-Up: 'Cartoon Teeth and Sexy Baby Voices' (12th - 19th January)
TV & FILM

This is a round-up of the week (Sunday 12th – Sunday 19th January), so take this as a warning - spoilers are inevitable…

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Sweetness in the Belly by Camilla Gibb
Books
Sweetness in the Belly by Camilla Gibb
Books

Sweetness in the Belly is an utterly beautiful story of human strength and determination. It is laced with themes that are still prominent in today’s society, such as race and racism, immigration, identity and religion all told through…

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Khruangbin at the Brixton Academy
The Scene
Khruangbin at the Brixton Academy
The Scene

Khruangbin is the unusual, and somewhat hard to pronounce, name of the musical trio from Houston, Texas. The band have created something unique and syrupy for the ears through blending several genres…

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The Overstory by Richard Powers
Books
The Overstory by Richard Powers
Books

Although this book’s strongest theme is trees, it is also about people and it touches on many pertinent social issues of today – for example, climate change, protests, technology and social welfare. It will change your entire perspective on…

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Normal People by Sally Rooney
Books
Normal People by Sally Rooney
Books

There’s something about Normal People that just draws you in and doesn’t let you go until you’ve devoured each and every page. Sally Rooney has a way with words like no other, and her writing style is unique to anything that I’ve read before …

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A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman
Books
A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman
Books

‘A Man Called Ove’ is about a grumpy old man – so grumpy it’s funny – who at the beginning of the novel keeps trying and failing to kill himself. A young family move in next door and won’t stop bothering him, but this leads to an unlikely and unexpected friendship between them and it actually ends up turning Ove’s life around…

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An American Marriage by Tayari Jones
Books
An American Marriage by Tayari Jones
Books

This novel explores a plethora of themes – namely love, loyalty, race, justice as well as black masculinity and womanhood – through the portrayal of the marriage of a young couple. It feels like a slow burner but after a couple of chapters the all-defining moment in Roy and Celestial’s marriage occurs and you are hooked…

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Ordinary People by Diana Evans
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Ordinary People by Diana Evans
Books

Immediately you are sucked in by Evans’ use of language and the gorgeously vibrant and vivid portrayal of both London and marriage, but when you take a step back you realise that not much is really happening – it’s quite an…

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White Teeth by Zadie Smith
Books
White Teeth by Zadie Smith
Books

 Zadie Smith is one of those authors that everyone speaks about, everyone knows of her name and whilst it took me a while to warm up to her writing I think it’s actually the ideas that she communicates that…

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Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone by J K Rowling
Books
Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone by J K Rowling
Books

For any of you that are completely oblivious and have literally been living in a cave for the past twenty years Harry Potter is a magical series that centres around, yes you guessed it, Harry Potter, who is a wizard…

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The Thing Around Your Neck by Chimamanda Ngozi Adiche
Books
The Thing Around Your Neck by Chimamanda Ngozi Adiche
Books

Adiche is one of the most prevalent writers of our generation. As a black female author from Nigeria, who spends lots of her time in America, her novels unsurprisingly heavily feature…

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The Runaways by Fatima Bhutto
Books
The Runaways by Fatima Bhutto
Books

To some, this could be quite a controversial read as the story centres on three teens whose choices and lives eventually lead them to join ISIS….

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Vox by Christina Dalcher
Books
Vox by Christina Dalcher
Books

Described as the next ‘A Handmaid’s Tale’ this book is extremely thought-provoking in its premise. The world that Dalcher creates is very similar to the world that Atwood presents in her dystopian novel…

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