It is my belief, Watson, founded upon my experience, that the lowest and vilest alleys of London do not present a more dreadful record of sin than does the smiling and beautiful countryside. Sherlock Holmes's residence was located right in the midst of London at 221 B Baker Street. November is a quintessential month, masking London and its criminals in a greasy brown swirl.
Darkness protects the wicked and heightens our sense of fear.
How glad we are of Watson and Holmes smoking their pipes in the cozy warmth of 221 B Baker Street. As Sherlock Holmes was living in London during this time period, he displayed Victorian hobbies and tastes. When Sherlock Holmes was not busy evaluating one of his bizarre and difficult cases, he would treat himself to fine high Victorian cuisine. After wrapping up a case and having ignored his hunger for a matter of days, Holmes and Watson would dine at Simpson's. Holmes looked for capon pudding or stewed partridges.