For us, none other than the amazing tradition of Christmas markets is what gets us in the Christmas spirit, and so we have gathered some of the fantastic Christmas markets in South London that are definitely worth checking out in your local area this year!
As the sun finally begins to show its face, we’re bringing you a list of the best spots to don your sunnies, slap on the suncream and settle in for an afternoon of cold ones in the London sunshine. From riverside sundowners to boozy lunches on the terrace, Putney’s got an exciting little assortment of al fresco possibilities and we’ve rounded them up just in time for the Bank Holiday.
With the gradual, yet steady closing-down of local cinemas and theatres that has been happening in Britain for decades, we thought it a good idea to use our platform to pay homage to one of the oldest theatres in South London that has survived this unfortunate decline in entertainment venues, and continues to showcase cutting edge theatre and events to this day....
Season's greetings! There is no better way of getting into the Christmas spirit than by attending your local christmas markets. Wrap up warm with the family or a few friends, stroll down to your local market and enjoy the rich warming smells of mulled wine and mince pies, whilst trying to remember the lyrics to your favourite carols. We've got the round-up; check out where your local market is happening and make sure you're there!
Run your fingers along their spines, cast your eyes up and down the shelves, flick through the pages and sit cross legged on the floor engrossed in the words resting in your lap. Escape the dull, uniform, needlessly clean chain bookshops that are a stalwart part of any high street or soulless shopping centre. South London has its fair share of independent bookshops where hidden treasures can be found, prices are right and the shelves hold countless stories to lose yourself in.
With so many chicken shops vying for customers, competition is bound to be fierce. One way to really separate the chicken sellers from the chicken shops is the name, be it trying to jump on the coat-tails of other already successful brands, or just putting any old word next to the word chicken, the results can be quite wonderful...
Greenwich and Blackheath are two of London’s greenest and most picturesque neighbourhoods, attributes that lend themselves spectacularly for romantic outings. Whether you’re looking for a cosy alcove away from the hustle and bustle of the city, or some fine alfresco dining on a sunny afternoon, this verdant and flourishing part of South London is worth taking some time to explore.
Here in Deptford, we’re incredibly fortunate to say that within a 500m radius of the station are some of the finest contributions to this ever-burgeoning scene. So what makes a great burger? Is it about keeping it simple with just a patty and cheese? Or how about with BBQ and bacon? What if we told you one of the tastiest burgers we've ever had was actually vegan? Well, here it is; our short-list of the best burgers in Deptford
Brunch is now the most defining meal of the day in many great local cafes, trumping anything else on offer with a glamorous hybrid of all the best things on the menu. When you need that mid-morning food fix, with sizeable portions of this and that and a robust brew to wash it all down with, there’s plenty of cafes in Lewisham that deliver the brunch to set you straight for the rest of the day.
South East London has a hidden gem, tucked away in the arches underneath Deptford rail station. Buster Mantis has recently just celebrated its first successful year as a new creative space with chilled out drinking and dining, and is sure to continue to whip up a storm in the ever changing location of Deptford High Street.
For the real coffee lovers amongst us, you will know that there is something special about knowing where and how your coffee has been sourced. Supermarkets flirt with cheap mix-blends and eye-catching names for the sake of convenience. However, there is a thriving community of independent roasters in this city, working away to find real quality and supplying many independent coffee shops all over London. We've sourced out 6 of these great companies working in South London, and each is worth trying out if you get the chance!
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