Sushi dates are always a great idea. Solo, with a sweetheart or with friends and family. Yashin Sushi delivers time and time again—no matter who's wielding those chopsticks next to you!

Exhibitions here take in Japanese culture from all angles. There could be replica bowls of noodles and plates of sushi that look good enough to eat or bright Pop Art designs painted straight on to the walls. Either way, restaurant Akira upstairs serves beautiful bento boxes and the shop is packed with gift ideas – from animal- topped Legami pens to edamame-shaped chopstick rests. Keep your eyes peeled for designer Paul Smith who visits regularly for inspiration.

Part furniture store, part gallery, this edit of vintage and antique goods sourced from markets and dealers all over the world is impeccable. The merchandising is informal and non- hierarchical, so shoppers will find mid-century Italian furniture topped with colourful Mexican baskets. While the original is at 8 Holland Street in Kensington, this Westminster studio is now the flagship. There’s also a third gallery in Bath with three bedrooms upstairs to book. A treasure trove of contemporary design

Locanda Ottoemezzo is a rustic, cosy neighbourhood gem. They have been serving up delicious homemade pastas, focaccia sandwiches and classic Italian apéritifs since 1998, so they reeeally know what they're doing. Oh, and their award-winning dough is to die for!!