Down a quiet mews, around the corner from busy Shoreditch High Street, is a bar that seats 10 at most. This little cocktail joint is from the gang behind the Discount Suit Company and The Sun Tavern, and acts as the experimental testing ground for both. Try a Baklava (made with Irish whiskey, honey, pistachio and orange blossom) and then scoot along to one of its sibling spots for a dance.

First, diners have to find the door– the only clue is the word “canteen” on a set of buzzers south of Arnold Circus. Margot Henderson’s restaurant began as a simple spot, dishing up lunch to the creatives working in the converted Victorian-school hub next door. And while the plates are still elegant in their simplicity (anchovy toast, ham with celeriac remoulade), there’s something so magical about the atmosphere on a summer’s evening that it feels as if you’re the only one in on Shoreditch’s worst-kept secret.

Certified treasures can be found at this charity shop in Shoreditch. They also serve a mean coffee. And what makes it all better — it all goes towards a fantastic charity. 

AIDA sets their focus on independent and sustainable brands in their multi-concept store in the heart of East London. They offer anything from fashion, accessories to specialty coffee in their in-store café to yoga classes. Definitely one of our go-to places in Shoreditch!