Sunset

This morning saw The World of Tim Burton at London’s Design Museum. It was very busy, but it was really interesting to see the evolution of the Tim Burton look. Lots of films were covered in a small space, so the exhibition was very much focused on how the look evolved rather than on any particular show. Of course, I loved The Nightmare Before Christmas parts.

Then, I surprised him with the Tim Burton-themed afternoon tea in the same venue. I’d bought the sparkling version, so we got a little drink to kick everything off.

I didn’t mention that we weren’t going home until I got to the Tube station, when I announced we were heading into town. I’d booked the Sabine Rooftop Bar, which is on the top of the Leonardo Royal Hotel near St Paul’s. It turns out it was the hotel we visited years ago when it had opening offers to get the staff up to speed. I think it must have changed its name since then. The rooftop cocktail bar had a view of St Paul’s Cathedral, and although it was cold, we watched a beautiful sunset reflected in the buildings all around the city.

And I didn’t spring the third surprise until we were on the train home, when I told him we had to get off at Wimbledon, as I had a reservation at Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse, where we ate some delicious Argentine steak.

I was delighted with the way it all came together. My timings all worked out, even with a delay on the Circle Line, and he had no idea what was coming. Happy Birthday, PY!