"Cadet is one of the best wine bars in London, and its pâté en croûte looks like something out of an impressionist’s workshop. But it's the effortlessly cool atmosphere of this Newington Green spot that means minutes so quickly turn into hours. The crowd can feel a little exclusive here, but Cadet is exclusively welcoming—especially at the bar. Here you can talk about what bottles are open, pick at the elegant European small plates, and be easily cajoled into another glass." - heidi lauth beasley, jake missing, rianne shlebak