Brixton

Featured Review: Franzina Trattoria

Featured Review: Franzina Trattoria

This week, we had the pleasure of popping into Franzina Trattoria for a spot of Sicilian lunch! Ran by a husband and wife super team Pietro and Stefania, both were very welcoming and eager to show off their passion for bringing traditional food from their homeland to Brixton.

Independents save thousands: Business rates suspended for shops and cafes

Independents save thousands: Business rates suspended for shops and cafes

Thousands of UK independent businesses will save up to £25,000 by removing business rates in 2020. Chancellor Rishi Sunak claims companies with a rateable value of less than £51,000 will be eligible for the tax holiday, which applies to independent shops, cinemas, restaurants in South London.

Featured Review: KataKata

Featured Review: KataKata

Next time you’re in Brixton and looking for a fun new cafe, check out KataKata Brixton, the cafe that will become your group’s next hangout spot! Tucked away down Brixton Hill, KataKata is a hidden treasure bursting with colour and quickly becoming a worthy addition to the Brixton art scene. It is an art cafe specialising in vegan and vegetarian food, including galletes and crepes, as well as immune-boosting smoothies and juices.

Our Favourite 17 Free Things To Do in South London

Our Favourite 17 Free Things To Do in South London

Days out can be expensive! There’s so much to do in South London that doesn’t cost a penny, whether it’s snapping a picture of an iconic landmark or feeling inspiring at a local museum. In this list, we’ve handpicked some of our favourite free things to do in South London that we think locals will love!

An Inside Look Into Brixton's Ritzy Cinema

An Inside Look Into Brixton's Ritzy Cinema

Brixton’s Ritzy Cinema has had many past lives, from starting its life as The Electric Pavillion to becoming the iconic Ritzy Cinema we know and love today. We take a deep dive into the history of this classic, Grade II listed building and its journey through the decades. So, here’s an inside look into Brixton’s Ritzy Cinema!

12 Creative South London Craft Shops and Haberdasheries

12 Creative South London Craft Shops and Haberdasheries

Visiting your local craft shop or haberdashery is a fantastic way to get inspiration and those essential materials for your next creation. Whether it’s a stunning patterned fabric you’re after, or just some friendly advice to develop your skills, here 12 creative South London craft shops and haberdasheries!

8 Brixton Bars, Breweries and Wine Shops To Unwind Your Mind

8 Brixton Bars, Breweries and Wine Shops To Unwind Your Mind

Brixton is well known for its thriving and buzzing nightlife, from exciting bars to decadent wine shops to have an exciting evening. We’ve done the research, and found some spots we really love and think are deserving of support from locals who love to party. So, here’s our favourite 8 Brixton bars, breweries and wine shops to unwind your mind!

11 Delicious South London Cookery Schools To Create Tasty Masterpieces

11 Delicious South London Cookery Schools To Create Tasty Masterpieces

Thinking of upping your cooking skills in 2020? Try a cooking class! Now is as good a time as any to jump back into the kitchen and try your hand at making yourself some delicious meals. Cooking for yourself is also a great way to save money, as in these classes, you can learn to make restaurant level meals without spending out the extra cash! So try out these 11 delicious South London cookery schools to create tasty masterpieces!

Featured Review: The Shrub & Shutter x Donnellys Kitchen Residency

Featured Review: The Shrub & Shutter x Donnellys Kitchen Residency

This February I had the pleasure of taking a trip down to 336 Coldharbour Lane to visit The Shrub & Shutter during the kitchen residency with Donnellys. The evening was a delight, with a fantastic service that felt attentive, yet not overbearing and a beautifully candlelit atmosphere that provided the perfect escape from the hustle of Brixton town!

11 Greengrocers in South London To Get The Freshest Food

11 Greengrocers in South London To Get The Freshest Food

Visiting your local greengrocer is a great way to get involved in the local community and pick some of the freshest fruit and veg in South London. Buying from an independent greengrocer is also much cheaper, meaning you can make more delicious meals for your friends and family for less. So, here’s our favourite 11 Greengrocers in South London To Get The Freshest Food!