The pop-up gallery where guests get a makeover
(Maryna Fontenoy, Beaucatcher) From the outside Beaucatcher might look like an ordinary hair salon, but step inside and you’re in for a...
Moio: the homely restaurant with exciting flavours
If you haven’t ventured into Moio yet you really should. It combines the warmth of a neighbourhood restaurant with the talents of a top...
Meet the extraordinary woman behind Stoke Newington's Literary Festival
Liz Vater has spent the past decade bringing storytellers to Stoke Newington, celebrating feminism and political dissent. Now, the Local...
From riches to rags: how one local businesswoman clawed her way back
Three years ago, Vanessa Beni’s world came crumbling down when the breakdown of her relationship left her unable to provide for her and...
The family bringing Sri Lankan food to East London
(Founder of Kottu Lanka Mahen Perera, left. Shanti Perera, right) Sri Lankan food has been tipped as this year’s top food trend and the...
EpicZen- No-nasties health shop a breath of fresh air for Islington
Frustrated at the volume of items in health shops containing “nasties”, two London-based entrepreneurs have launched their own store...
Upper Street, Islington - A brief (and remarkable) history
Once known as ‘The Devil’s Mile’ (on account of crime levels, drunkenness and prostitution), Upper Street has seen it all. Originally a...
Atomic-Bringing vintage vinyl to the heart of Islington
Former classical chef Trystan Lloyd Williams and his auntie Einir Williams have always been passionate about music. But the resurgence of...
Clowns prepare for annual Grimaldi Service in Hackney
Dig out your squirty flowers and polish your red nose - a memorial service with a difference is coming to Hackney and clowning around is...
Ancient world and nature inspire talented jeweller
Jeweller Naomi Tracz is fascinated by the ancient world and enchanted by small shapes in nature. The mother of two has turned her hobby...