Emma Cannon

Jolene is a cozy Newington Green bakery café serving fresh, rustic European pastries, house-milled breads, small plates, and natural wines in an industrious-chic space.

Gunpowder is a cozy, buzzing Indian eatery in Spitalfields, serving up innovative, shareable small plates that elevate homestyle cooking with vibrant spices.

Wong Kei is the quintessential Chinatown canteen, beloved for its hearty Cantonese fare like wonton noodle soup and BBQ meats, all served with iconic chilli oil in a bustling, no-frills setting.

Barrafina is a bustling, diner-style tapas bar with counter seating where expertly crafted, authentic Spanish small plates and lively open-kitchen vibes bring a slice of Barcelona to London.

In a cozy Soho basement once a brothel, Blacklock serves up perfectly cooked chops, legendary beef dripping chips, and £5 cocktails that keep the vibe lively.

The Duke of Richmond is a charming Hackney gastropub serving elevated comfort food, standout burgers, and a cozy vibe perfect for any outing.

The Wigmore serves elevated British pub classics in a chic, retro tavern vibe right inside the Langham Hotel—perfect for stylish bites and crafted cocktails.

A cozy, three-story indie bookshop since 1957, packed with 25,000 titles from classics to cookbooks, in a charming 18th-century setting.

The Good Egg, a beloved Stoke Newington eatery, serves up irresistible New York and Middle Eastern-inspired brunch favorites in a cozy, bustling atmosphere.

A sleek, modern Victorian pub in Notting Hill serving bold British dishes alongside local brews in a chic, leather-banquette setting.