Disco Barre is exactly what it sounds like—a hardcore barre workout set to underground house and disco music. With its roots in club culture rather than the typical gym scene, it's the ultimate way to get in shape while getting groovy.

The speciality here is NYC-style bagels, which are bigger, doughier and more heavily seasoned than the London beigel. It’s run by ex-New Yorkers Georgia and Gabriel “Papo” Gomez and there are seven flavours to choose from, baked fresh every day. We love the Everything, with schmear, scallion and lox.

Londoners queue to groove to some retro jazz, RnB, 90’s classics and dance floor fillers every weekend. Small but always buzzing, Ridley Road Market Bar is where the cool gals are headed for a late-night Mojito and some shameless dancing. 

Find the best flatbreads in town at this little stall on Ridley Road Market. Stock up on the blistered and soft naan-like bakes for the freezer, or order one for lunch with cheese, egg or keema-style meat. Simple, affordable and satisfying.