There’s nothing dark, ornate or heavy at Viaduct, so fans of Victorian-era furniture might want to look elsewhere. This charming shop celebrates light and purity in design with clean lines and minimal fuss. Everything here is relevant, beautiful and very well made. Our kind of shop.

In London, there’s always somewhere newer, cooler. But it’s far rarer that one of these must-visit spots has real staying power. Sessions Arts Club, an elegantly dilapidated gallery meets dining space from artist Jonny Gent, is one of the most beautiful restaurants in the city. Reservations can be difficult to snag, so set an alarm 30 days ahead if you want to feast on magical plates of churros-like panisses doused in lemon thyme and meaty anchovies swimming in bright oil.

The name may not be British, but this fabulous restaurant has been claimed by Londoners far and wide as their own. Rich and moreish, the food is an example for all trying to churn out excellent French cooking: bavette steaks and confit de canard that take diners on a trip to Lyon. Even the baguette served simply with butter and salt is next level.

Through some humble-looking black painted doors in Clerkenwell is the emporium of art and design that is Hollybush Gardens. The temporary exhibitions are remarkably curated and simultaneously interdisciplinary. Pop by for a performance or lecture, and swing by the shop before you leave. You're sure to find a book you never knew you needed.