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Good Morning urban jungle dwellers. Welcome to the glorious month of May. As spring fades and summer finally kicks in to gear, the city is awakening from its long slumber and we are seizing the elongated days, utilising every second to explore everything this invigorating town has to offer. It’s time to dig out your summer wardrobe, brave the still-slightly-chilly breeze and head up to a sunny rooftop to watch the world go by over an ice cold beer or two. When the sun shines, Londoners smile and suddenly everything looks a little brighter. New ideas are hatched, opportunities are born and the scene is set for a brand new love affair to begin. Our May issue is packed with a sense of summer. We indulge in Udderlicious’ homemade ice cream, grill DJ Eats Everything about his upcoming summer plans and brighten up our wardrobe with eccentric accessories from 40 Colori. We stumble upon the gourmand at La Polenteria and wet our whistles with delicious homemade beer. And, as always we wanted to let you know how much we love you guys. “En Mai, fais ce qu’il te plaît !” Hunt & Déca
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Holi Jam 2016 - The Colour Strikes Back @ Studio 338 A mini festival melting pot during the day, street food, underground music (house & techno from some fantastic DJs) and by night an after party on the terrace with crazy activities including bouncy castles, ball pits and even more paint to be thrown from fire extinguishers, rifles and grenades!
Where : Studio 338, 338 Boord Street, Greenwich, SE10 0PF When : Saturday 7th May 1pm - 3am How much : Tickets start at £12.50
Peckham Rye Music Festival Over the course of three days from Friday 13th to Sunday 15th a big list of artists will be playing around South East London at venues including The Bussey Building, Canavan's Peckham Pool Club, Peckham Springs, The NINES, Four Quarters, Rye Wax, Gowlett, White Horse, Montpelier and more. Don’t miss this weekend!
Where : Multiple Venues across South East London When : Friday 13th May - Sunday 15th May How much : First Release £24.50
WE ARE FSTVL @ Damyns Hall Aerodrome Since 2013 this festival has run for two days every May, always with an amazing line-up. This year the headliners will be Claptone, Loco Dice, Catz `N Dogz, Fatboy Slim, and many more; playing across five different stages, each of them with an original theme.
Where : Damyns Hall Aerodrome, Aveley Road, Upminster RM14 2TN When : Saturday 28th – Sunday 29th May How much : Tickets start at £45
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LE BON ACCESSORY Text Benjamin Harvey Pictures Zak Dimitrov
Life In Technicolor With 40 Colori The ceremonious pomp and splendour that an accessory can add to an outfit are definitely new. Oddly, the bow tie, for instance, originates from functional clothing worn during the Roman period. At this time, orators would wear neckcloths, ensuring they kept their vocal chords warm so as to optimise their ability to make speeches. Early neckcloths also offered a form of protection to soldiers, who’d wrap them tight about the neck so they could provide a barrier against sword thrusts.
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Today, what hangs about the
about how the new collection
neck of our urban gentlemen,
is inspired by the world around
what holds his trousers in
them. The geometric patterns
place or warms his feet, draws
skilfully abstract the springtime
eloquence, creativity, colour,
flora and each piece comes in
individuality, and identity; all the
an array of different colours.
above and more. At the helm of
The bedrock of the brand spans
producing the finest and most
back three generations to the
gloriously fun accessories in the
city of Como, a silk district in
capital is 40 Colori. Their new
the north of Italy. The Giacalone
Spring Summer collection does a
family have been manufacturing
wonderful job of presenting the
beautiful accessories for over
independent design collectives’
35 years, each with their high-
fresh approach to accessory
quality standards and production
design whilst inspiring a desirable
techniques. Combining a creative
and neat lifestyle.
and stylish product concept with top-notch manufacturing,
Speaking with the dynamic
prestigious materials, and
design duo, siblings Gabriele
outstanding attention to detail,
and Giulia Giacalone tell me
40 Colori continues to break
through the world of men’s accessories. Today, the brand is constantly evolving. Since opening its first boutique on Cheshire Street, just off Brick Lane, they have been able to temper its rich heritage with London’s resident creatives. A neat evolution of the brand would have them branch out from their previously male dominated offering, presenting a collection of female socks. In-line with their natural, colourconscious approach, they use materials like bamboo to render the softest of socks. Simplicity is key at 40 Colori but that is not to say that the accessories themselves are easily overlooked. Their approach is focused on attention to detail and artistry; anyone that wears their pieces would be sure to feel like their outfits are complete, with a touch of class. Hues of pink and blue, or purple and green, light and dark, fine and soft, finery at its absolute finest.
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LE BON ETOILE Text Carla Salber Picture Dan Reid
Catching up with Eats Everything A.K.A. Daniel Pearce What were you doing before
when Catz `N Dogz picked up
Vinyl etc., before making our way
becoming DJ ?
‘Entrance Song’ for release on
back to our home town. However,
I actually started my career as a
Pets Recordings in 2011. Before
my love for the music and the
DJ pretty early, starting to learn
that I’d been sending out demos
scene remains the same – I know
at 14 and landing my first proper
everywhere, getting really
I can be quite outspoken on
gig a year later after winning a
desperate – my wife had given
social media, but I don’t think it
DJ competition. However, after
me one last chance to make
impacts on me as a DJ.
a few residencies I did eventually
music work! Then I did ‘The Size’
have to get a real job, working in
and ‘Tric Trac’ which were picked
Is there one thing that upsets
recruitment – I hated it, it just
up by Claude VonStroke for his
you about being a DJ ?
wasn’t me.
flagship Dirtybird label and the
Being a DJ is the best job in the
rest, as they say, is history. Those
world and I still feel so lucky
You began your DJ career as a
guys really helped make me who
to be able to do this full time.
resident for the Bristol night
I am today and I am eternally
The only downside is missing my
Ripsnorter, how did you
grateful.
family. I have a son now, which
manage to get to where you are
makes the touring really tough.
today ?
You started making music before
You just have to balance it as best
I was a resident at several
the eruption of social media,
as you can and make the most of
parties around Bristol (InHouse,
how was it at that time ?
the time you get together.
Ripsnorter, Heresy, The Maze)
It was different – you had to look
and was DJing somewhere every
a lot harder for new music. A
You’ve played some of the
weekend but it was still low-level
load of mates and I would get the
world’s best clubs and festivals,
stuff. Around 2005 I started
bus into Bristol on a Saturday,
what’s been your most
working with an incredible guy
go to Replay Records or Time Is
memorable set ?
called Mastake Toyota, who
Right and buy records on labels
Too many to say to be honest.
really taught me how to produce
like Moving Shadow, Formation,
A couple of highlights would
properly. I got my major break
Reinforced, Hectic, Slammin'
be playing at Monegros Desert
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Festival in 2014, just outside
for music, whether that be in a
Describe yourself in 3 words
of Barcelona to around 15,000
record shop, on old hard drives
Bristol’s biggest idiot.
people. Every year at The Garden
or online. Then before I know it
Festival is amazing and I can’t
it’s the weekend and I’m off on
What’s next for you, Daniel ?
wait to get back there this year
tour again.
Plans are to keep DJing and
for a new festival called Love
having as much fun as possible If you could have a drink with
with my family and friends. I’ve
anybody, dead or alive, who
got a few releases in the pipeline
The media have been saying that
would it be ?
that I’m looking forward to
London’s clubbing scene is dying,
Bill Murray.
getting out. There are loads of
International.
what’s your opinion on it ?
exciting What’s your biggest fear ?
releases planned on Edible - we
Trypophobia (the phobia of
are taking it to the next level this
What’s a typical day in the life of
irregular patterns or clusters of
year. Aside from that, gigs, gigs
Eats Everything ?
small holes)
and more gigs!
wakes up around 6 am so it starts
What are your 3 favourite tunes
Thanks, Sir.
there, then I take him to nursery
at the moment ?
while the wife goes to work at the
Jesse Perez – What you say about
—
hospital. After the boy is dropped
my mama
at nursery I head to my studio for
Jesse Perez – What you say about
the day and make some noises
my mama (Trunk8 remix)
that sound like a fart. I also
Joseph Capriati – Tapa Boca
The Duster ft. Green Velvet is now out! You can find Eats Everything at We Are FTSVL on the 28th of May.
Rubbish.
Well, during the week my son
spend a lot of time searching
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LE BON BIKE
Shed Bikes and Supper at The Bike Shed Motorcycle Club Somebody somewhere once said “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” but boy, were they wrong. We humans seem to have an inept urge to improve things and everybody knows that it’s way more fun to fix something that isn’t broken than something that is.
this creative members club. Just
displayed for all to appreciate.
a few minutes’ walk from Brick
They also host events at the
Lane, Columbia Road Flower
club and restaurant, offering
Market, The Old Truman Brewery
live music entertainment every
and Spitialfields Market, The
Thursday and some Sundays.
Bike Shed is ideally located for breakfast or lunch while you’re
Not only have The Bike Shed
exploring this vibrant area of East
been busy opening their
London. Describing the menu as
permanent venue, but from
The Bike Shed Motorcycle Club is
‘honest, freshly-cooked London-
28th - 29th May they’ll also be
built on a love of customisation
British comfort food,’ the dishes
taking over Tobacco Dock for an
and after years of blogging,
are made to order, under the
unmissable exhibition. There is
riding and hosting events, they
guidance of experienced Head
plenty to do, see, eat and drink
have parked up in the heart of
Chef, Uwe. From their hot Scotch
and so if motorbikes are your
Shoreditch. Their brand new
eggs to the infamous Bike Shed
thing, The Bike Shed is the place
10,000 square foot venue is
burgers and from their Bacon &
to be.
dedicated to motorcycle culture
Egg sandwiches to their certified
and lifestyle, bringing together
Angus steak served with shed-
Text Chloé Hunt
great custom bikes, proper
made chips, there is something
Pictures Mihail Jershov
coffee, delicious food and a shop
for everybody to enjoy.
—
curated with all the best gear and apparel.
Though motorcycles are a pivotal part of The Bike Shed,
As much about good food and
an artistic approach is just as
drinks as motorcycles, non-
important with pieces from the
bikers will feel right at home in
likes of Conrad Leach and D-face
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The Bike Shed 384 Old Street London EC1V 9LT Phone: 020 7729 8114 www.thebikeshed.cc
LE BON TREAT
Udderlicious serves up ice cream made with love From their Islington shop on Upper Street, Udderlicious have been producing and selling ice cream made on site since 2013. Using only the best ingredients, this quaint ice cream parlour has become a favourite hangout for Londoners with a sweet tooth. chocolate ice cream that’s both
of the month’ is voted in by
The founders, Raj and Raj, are a
rich and refreshing at the same
passionate ice cream loving
happily married couple whose
time.
members of the public via their
love extends into every scoop of
website. This month’s flavour is
ice cream they make together in
If you’re feeling more
the bourbon sour, a light and
their small kitchen at the back of
adventurous then there are
fruity addition just in time for the
the shop. The decor is bright and
also some unusual treats on
spring sunshine.
colourful, reflecting the exciting
offer for you, such as the
colours and flavours of the
intriguing strawberry and basil,
With a new shop set to open in
dreamy ice creams and sorbets
or the delicate rhubarb and
Covent Garden in mid May, keep
on offer. It’s a welcoming space
fig combinations. However, for
an eye out for these expert ice
in which to indulge yourself, with
the traditionalists out there,
creamers as they expand their
one of the two-person seats
the Madagascan vanilla and the
fresh flavours across town.
hanging playfully from the ceiling
salted caramel flavours are spot
like a swing.
on as well.
With 24 enticing flavours on
The key to their success so far
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offer at any one time, it’s hard to
has been their readiness for
know which flavour to go for as
experimentation and community
they all sound far too delicious.
involvement. Customers are
A common favourite is the dark
invited to submit flavour ideas
chocolate and sea salt sorbet, a
and a winner is chosen each
dairy free take on a traditional
month. The popular ‘flavour
Udderlicious 187 Upper Street Islington N1 1RQ Phone : 020 7359 7777 www.udderlicious.co.uk
Text Rob Swaine Pictures Rob Swaine
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LE BON CAFÉ Text Alicia Streijffert Pictures Zac Dimitrov
Papilles : A French coffice Countless are the times you’ve been sat in your office chair with a dry biscuit in hand wishing it were a scrumptious French croissant “comme à la maison". Looking to bring a slice of France to London, Jonathan and Anne opened Papilles with The Brew last July with a clear idea in mind; the “coffice” should offer a mainly French selection of produce with a British twist at unbeatable prices.
are vegetarian friendly) or indulge
to spend a big fat gold bar on
in a daily selection of plats du
decent French food.
jour. Starting this month, the coffice After 20 years in the UK, the
will remain open after 6 pm and
couple’s wish was to offer
turn into a French wine bar in the
Londoners the chance to easily
evening (yes, with cheese and
get their hands on authentic
charcuterie boards) as Jonathan
food with the finest produce
is firstly a sommelier. The menu
and with original recipes - such
consists of meticulously picked
as the pear moelleux cake
wines to make a change from
Anne’s mother makes. To extend
those you see on every other
the “comme à la maison"
menu across the capital. Using
atmosphere, the family affair
mostly French wine producers,
continues with Jonathan’s cousin
the goal is to allow people to
Antoine, a trained chef from
discover other often underrated
Marseille, taking great care of
wines. All are available by the
The concept allows you to sit
the kitchen while his Italian best
glass, with the exception of the
back and work from your laptop
friend serves the coffee from
infamous Côtes du Rhône. The
while sinking your teeth into a
Volcano Coffee Works in Brixton.
little favourite has been banned
genuine pain au chocolat made
The ultimate condition to this
and can only be purchased by
with AOP Beurre d’Isigny from
project was to have carefully
the bottle as Jonathan is really
France for breakfast, enjoy a
selected sources and most of
keen for his customers to try
healthy selection of homemade
all an affordable menu, giving
something new instead of blindly
salads for lunch (most of which
you the opportunity to not have
pointing at it without paying
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attention to the other delights.
ship and Sir Conran’s retro red
Whether you need a place to
leather stools to dimmed lights
work or you’re looking for a lunch
and industrial bricks, you’ll feel
or drinking spot, Papilles is where
as much in Shoreditch as in a
—
it’s at. In addition to great service
friend’s house.
Papilles 163 City Road EC1V 1NR Facebook : PapillesUK
and selection, the decor itself is worth the journey: from wood retrieved from an old Russian
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LE BON CHARITY Text Aisling McNally Artwork X
Waste Not Want Not Every year almost one third of all food produced across the globe is wasted. In Britain alone, 15 million tonnes of food is wasted annually. The Food & Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations tells us that annually, consumers in industrialised countries waste as much food as the entire amount that is produced in sub-Saharan Africa. While almost 800 million people across the globe are suffering from hunger, the disparity is baffling.
organisations in East London who
food waste. Rejuce has also
are tackling the problem of food
expanded its juices to many of
waste while also creating tasty
the UKs music festivals including
meals and drinks within the local
Bestival, Secret Garden Party and
community.
Field Day.
One such organisation is Rejuce,
Another inspirational offering is
located in Hackney Wick. The
Bethnal Greens ‘Save the Date’
brainchild of Thom Fletcher,
restaurant. A member of the
Rejuce makes healthy and
Real Junk Food Project, Save the
vigorous juices from surplus
Date offers high end restaurant
fruit and vegetables from food
dishes created from rescued
markets across London, with
food that would otherwise end
New Spitalfields Market being one
up in the bin. The restaurant has
of its biggest suppliers.
a ‘pay as you feel’ policy, meaning that those with very little money
A former chef, Fletcher came up
can feed themselves all whilst
with the idea while pondering
tackling the issue of food waste.
the problem of food waste. As he
With more people becoming
The shameful act of food waste
built a rapport with the market
sustainably aware, Save the
is something we are all guilty
traders he learned they had no
Date offers ethical catering for
of, from our home bins to the
way of ethically disposing of
occasions such as weddings and
giant skips in every restaurant in
surplus fruit and vegetables. It
corporate events, all using the
London, food waste is an issue
was from this, that Rejuce was
same great method of cooking
that some great local businesses
created. In a country where 13
rescued food.
have started to tackle, with
million people live below the
considerable results.
poverty line, Rejuce is a novel and
Hackney Hub is part of the
I’ve tracked down some local
innovative approach to tackling
FoodCycle organisation which
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works in communities to save
goodwill of volunteers and
a sustainable business has far
food from being wasted and
the determination of market
reaching effects, from rescuing
in the process, feeds local
traders and local businesses.
tonnes of food from the bin
vulnerable people. Every
One cannot escape the great
to supporting local vulnerable
Thursday, the team of volunteers
sense of community in all of
people. Check out these
create a vegetarian 3 course
these projects. The collective
tasty venues for a worthwhile
meal in Hackney for anyone who
aspirations of these organisations
epicurean adventure!
wants it.
seek to tackle local issues which have global implications.
It is a damning indictment of our
Larger charities who tackle
paradoxical society, when people
food wastage such as FareShare
go hungry to bed every night
rescue enough food from the bin
while enough food to fill football
that they can donate to over 200
stadiums is wasted for lack of
charities that use it to feed the
sustainable solution. While local
vulnerable.
organisations simultaneously tackle food wastage and poverty,
The benefits of buying your
they do it dependant on the
next juice, coffee or lunch from
— The Hackney Hub 49 Ainsworth Road London E9 7JE Save the Date Cafe 460 Hackney Road E2 9EG. Rejuce Unit 1a Stour Road E3 2NT 15
LE BON GAME
Hip Hops : The beer card game
Remember playing Top Trumps as a child? You collected the cards, and whiled away your afternoons getting competitive with your siblings, friends and pretty much anybody that would play with you. Well, Francis Madeira, founder of Hip Hops has created exactly what we’ve all been waiting for - an adult card game based around beer.
Not only is the game great fun,
rounds! And luckily, the cards will
but it’s also a collectors item. The
survive if you do happen to have
cards themselves are a work of
one too many and spill your pint.
art, designed in London, printed in Belgium and featuring beautiful
Keep an eye out for Hip Hops.
artwork from amazing beers from
With 250 cards already available
all over the world. Many exciting
to collect, a brilliant video
London breweries are already in
tutorial online and new breweries
It’s no great secret that
the game, including Beavertown,
getting involved, the game is only
Londoners love beer and Hip
Five Points, Truman’s, Bullfinch,
getting more exciting.
Hops is the perfect alcohol-free
Camden Town, Canopy, Crate,
way to enjoy it. Born in 2015,
Four Pure, Gypsy Hill, Hackney,
Visit the Hip Hops Cards website
Hip Hops began as a creative
Hop Stuff, Howling Hops, Orbit,
and use the code ‘LEBONBON’
platform to illustrate the new,
Partizan, Sambrook’s, Toast,
for free delivery!
interesting beers which Francis
Weird Beard and Wild Card.
discovered wherever he went. It’s quick to learn, easy to play
Hip Hops wasn’t specifically
and a great way to find out more
designed to be a drinking game.
about beer. Simply use the details
The beers are often craft beers
Text Chloé Hunt
on your card (alcohol content,
that have been brewed to be
Picture Hip Hops
bitterness, hops) to beat your
enjoyed, not downed. That said,
opponent. Easy Peasy!
there are unofficial rules for
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drinking versions making the
www.hiphopscards.com
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LE BON WALL
My Chloe, are you a daily shaver or not a shaver at
Farewell dissertation,
all? You are prickly!
it’s been a blast! See you never.
Sometimes, the haters are going to hate and there isn’t a single thing you can do about it.
Be my friend One day Nobody regretted Be my love One life Need it
Go team
Dear Matt and Carlo, Keep up the good work, you guys are my special
Huckletree, you guys rock !
Darling Margaux, please don’t forget to shave your legs.
flatmates! Carlita x
The past couple of weeks have been ruff, but I can’t wait to start our adventure!
Yo banana boy,
Terryfiance
Lukasz, I won't repeat it another time!
She said, hey babe,
Taco cat Your good old pals - Evil Olive aka
take a look on the right side - Lou Reed
Two things are about me are true. As Lana
Rats live on no evil star Step on no pets was it a car or a cat i saw?
Del Rey once said, ‘pink flamingos always fascinated me’. She also said ‘when I’m down on my knees you’re how I pray’. Wink wink.
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LE BON BREWER Text Rob Swaine Pictures UBrew
Getting handsy with hops Learning from books has never done it for me. And no matter how inspirational a guide they may prove to be for those with patience, I find that reading words just isn’t as sexy and fulfilling as getting hands on.
Crowd Funder, UBrew describe
to the basics of beer brewing and
themselves as an ‘open brewery’.
are not overly in-depth. However,
This means that their converted
in the space of three hours we’d
railway arch on Old Jamaica
learned how to ‘sparge, hop and
Road acts as a community space
finger pop’ like a pro, as well as
for all kinds of beer-based fun,
other key practices associated
from curious novices learning
with the brewing process such
the basics, to more established
as what ingredients to add and
home brewers testing out their
when, and how to enjoy watching
There is a never ending flow
latest recipe on a larger scale.
a kettle boil.
of brew-it-yourself literature
Their taproom also invites beer
appearing online and in
lovers to try out fresh flavours
Perhaps most importantly,
bookshops every day. However,
in an environment where their
following the example of our
for aspiring beer makers with
paying members’ concoctions
teacher, we came to understand
short attention spans like myself,
are gurgling away in large steel
that sampling other people’s
a funner way to learn the craft
containers just inches away from
beer throughout the brewing
is by having a wise elder teach
you.
process, preferably those on
you. It just so happens that
sale in the taproom, is essential.
such services already exist
It was here, one evening late last
I still believe that in doing so,
and that beer schools offering
summer as the sky turned a pale
some of the refined flavours from
introductory brewing courses
shade of amber, that my brother
each new bottle consumed was
are prevalent across London.
and I created our very first batch
somehow magically transferred
One team of brewing maestros
of ale under the watchful eye of
into our own creation as we
with the mission of helping beer
a characterful Canadian beer
stirred the wort.
enthusiasts from all over this city
brewing genius.
get started on the road to brew-
Indeed, by the time it came to
topia are the UBrew collective.
The UBrew evening courses, such
pitching the yeast, our tipsy
Based in Bermondsey and initially
as the one we attended, are
tutor had seemingly resorted
funded by money raised on
designed as a short introduction
to grunts instead of words that
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we concluded to mean, ‘sterling
collect our twenty litres of
any text books to do it. There’s
effort team, this APA’s going to be
bottled nectar. It may not have
no doubt about it: learning
a corker.’
been the finest American Pale Ale
from a wise master, no matter
ever produced but it was ours,
how inebriated, can help any
And so it was. Two weeks later,
and it had been fun to make,
aspirational brewer take their
we got the call to go in and
and I hadn’t needed to read
beery ambitions to the next level.
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LE BON BRUNCH Text The Team
How do you like your eggs in the morning? We know that finding a new place for brunch is close to impossible and every Sunday the one question that resonates is “Where to go for brunch?”. Luckily, we’ve tried pretty much all the options across the city, so here are 5 suggestions for an unparalleled experience.
Barge House Barge House stands out amongst the myriad of places to eat and drink. Their “Breakfast in Bread” brunch consists of four options to choose from, but we highly recommend the bespoke sourdough loaf stuffed with smoked salmon, crème fraiche, spinach, leeks, oyster mushrooms, topped with an egg and heaped with melted cheese. Er. Mah. Gerd. This heavenly, melty, gooey goodness really does taste as good as it sounds. Luckily you can walk off your inevitably humongous food baby with a stroll along the beautiful towpath, which takes you past Victoria Park, Broadway Market, and Camden Lock.
Saturdays and Sundays 10 am to 4 pm The Barge House, 46a De Beauvoir Crescent, N1 5RY
Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings This one is a Modern all-day Brasserie and Bar in Clerkenwell. You’ll enjoy their famous cocktails, in a 70-cover restaurant complete with a greenhouse, a relaxed café area as well as characterful private rooms. Try the Huevos Benedictos (chorizo, avocado, béarnaise sauce) and crispy potato hash with a fried duck egg or poached hen’s egg. The bar has pitchers and pitchers of Bloody Mary’s and Bellini’s for a quick replenishment.
Saturdays and Sundays 10 am to 4 pm 42 Northampton Road, Clerkenwell, EC1R 0HU 24
Lima Floral Lima Floral is the chilled ‘little sister’ of the Michelin-starred restaurant Lima. With its £18 brunch menu, you will embark on a terrific discovery of the Peruvian ingredients and cuisine way beyond the usual ceviches. Add 4 glasses of prosecco at a bargain of £10 and you’re set. We had the quinoa porridge, and trust us, porridge will never be the same again! The yoghurt with maca root, bee pollen and eucalyptus will make your tongue tango under this incredible burst of flavours.
Saturdays and Sundays 10:30 am to 3:30 pm 14 Garrick St, WC2E 9BJ
Pavilion Cafe The Pavilion Cafe is rammed for a reason: tables overlooking the sparkling Victoria Park lake, brunch fit for royalty, and damn good coffee. The food is sourced ethically and the portions are the size of a small child, just about managing to fit on the plate. Homemade baked-beans are a highlight: the skin still clinging on, and soaked in a delicious herby tomato sauce – a far cry from its tinned cousin! But everything here is lovingly made; from the beautifully presented homemade cakes, and the freshly juiced organic smoothies, to the glowing, golden gloriousness of the hollandaise sauce.
Open daily 8 am to 3 pm The Pavilion Café, Victoria Park, E9 7DE
Opso From Tsoureki brioche and pancakes to Greek Eggs Benedict (served on Greek bread with Greek yoghurt hollandaise) and Souvlaki, Opso is an interesting alternative to your traditional brunch and Full English Breakfast. If you’re feeling a bit exotic definitely try this cute Greek restaurant on a sunny Saturday in Marylebone. You’ll be setting good vibes for the rest of the day.
Saturdays and Sundays 10 am to 5 pm 10 Paddington St, London W1U 5QL 25
LE BON CONCEPT Text Alicia Streijffert Pictures Aida
Spring & Rain at Aida Ever wandered around the streets of Shoreditch on a spring day, dress flowing with each step you take, sunglasses on, sun shining so bright you’re fearing it might burn your retina and force you to live the life of the blind forever? Of course not, because spring in London is a mere extension of a never-ending grey, wet and cold winter. And thus, you step into concept store Aida and the first thing you see, conveniently positioned by the doors, are raincoats.
homeware, bringing a touch of
ever stays for more than half
warmth to your home. However,
an hour. The four sisters who
black, grey and dark blue remain
founded Aida are also hosting
on the core palette of the
various events, launching a
collection, perfectly evoking
cinema screening this month.
what the flowering season
It will open with Rust and Bone
actually is to Londoners: a sunny
by Jacques Audiard on 19th May
start of the day turning into yet
at 8pm for £12. To celebrate
another nameable storm by 4
the very first screening, you’ll
o’clock.
be offered two complimentary free drinks, and the cinema
Our favourite picks include a cute
snacks available include popcorn,
sleeveless silk top with a lemon
Japanese rice crackers, dried
pattern by Des Petits Hauts, H.
fruit and nuts, frozen yoghurts
Mainz feathery shaped earrings
and homemade cakes. After all,
coming in different colours, a
isn’t going to the cinema your
Matt & Nat mint leather backpack
best bet on a rainy day? Come
and we love the pastel leather
over and don’t forget your
In spite of the eternal terrible
brogues. Special mention to
raincoat.
weather curse that was once
the delicate Twist & Tango lace
upon a time cast upon the
underwear collection - there’s
country, the Shoreditch High
nothing like feeling pretty
Street shop has dropped its
underneath.
Spring/Summer collection. Aida, known for its homely and
On top of delivering a beautiful,
comforting feel, filled up its rails
easily wearable and adaptable
with delicate fabrics, original
spring collection, Aida also offers
cuts, and fruity, pastel coloured
refreshing juices and smoothies,
clothes, accessories and
much needed if the London sun
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Aida 133 Shoreditch High Street Shoreditch E1 6JE Phone: 020 7739 2811 www.aidashoreditch.co.uk
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LE BON QUIZ Text Hunt & Déca Illustrations Sally Nixon
What Kind of Woman Are You? Sally Nixon’s evocative yet refreshing illustrations show what women get up to when nobody is watching. The Le Bonbon team were fascinated by her work, and used it as a platform for debate: where should we be brushing our teeth, how often should we shave our legs and should we be sucking in our stomachs? So, we created a little quiz, not to cause offence or form sexist opinions, but just for fun! So ladies and gents, it’s time to find out what kind of woman you are…
When getting undressed you…
When you’re high, your mates
a) strip tease and throw your
will find you…
undies across the room
a) stuffing your face with
b) neatly fold everything put on
whatever munchies you can find
your pyjamas
b) sexting your ex
c) leave everything in a pile on
c) with your head in the toilet
the floor for somebody else to deal with
A night out with the girls involves…
When your tummy rumbles you…
a) wine, food and movies
a) cook yourself a feast
b) heels, boobs and boys
b) order a pizza
c) cats, tissues and ice cream
c) starve. You’re broke and lazy Your lunch break is spent… Your favourite spot to brush your
a) working - you’re at the top of
teeth is…
your game and you’ve got no time
a) at the bathroom sink, where
to eat
else?
b) staking your friends on
b) in the shower
Sunglasses are a great for…
c) on the way out the door -
c) pretending to care about your
a) looking like a film star
you’re always running late
colleagues story about their
b) eyeing up great bottoms c) hiding the hangover
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newborn baby taking a shit Sundays are best spent… a) brunching with your friend
You shave your legs…
(whilst trying not to vomit from
a) everyday, you have a phobia of
your hangover)
stubble
b) visiting your parents - snooze!
b) when there is a good chance
c) in bed, with your cat, watching
of getting lucky
the Eastenders omnibus
c) never - I like the natural look
Mostly A’s
Mostly B’s
Mostly C’s
You’re always at the top of your
Rest assured, you’re just like
You’re pretty lazy and you love it.
game, even when nobody is
everybody else. You have good
You’re comfortable in your own
watching. You’re the belle of the
days and bad days and that’s ok.
skin and don’t care who knows
ball and everybody wants to hang
Your quirks make you who you
about it. Never let anybody tell
out with you. Are you sure you
are, and who cares if you booty
you you’re doing it wrong, they’re
were totally honest?
call your ex once in a while.
just jealous. Just don’t forget to shave your legs occasionally.
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STRIP WAX BAR
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SIGNORELLI
2 verres
Free glass of de vin Prosecco
offerts
Join us for Afternoon Tea Bakery - Pasticceria - Catering Phone: 020 8534 4972 7 Victory Parade, East Village - London E20 1FS ciao@signorelli.co.uk
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HUCKLETREE
One days' free hotdesking*
Shared office spaces in London 8:30am to 8:30pm 18 Finsbury Square, Shoreditch 87 Charterhouse Street, Clerkenwell www.huckletree.com * Available in Huckletree Shoreditch & Clerkenwell
BAILEY NELSON
Free eye test*
We make incredible glasses, incredibly affordable! Frames at £98 inc. prescription lenses Phone : 020 3289 0265 41 Brushfield Street - London E1 6AA www.baileynelson.co.uk *Book appointment online (& bring in voucher on the day)
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PAPILLES AT THE BREW
Dish of the day for £5
Franco - British Coffice Phone: 075 4022 3019 163 City Road - London EC1V 1NR @papilles_uk
UDDERLICIOUS ICE CREAM
Win free ice cream for a month by entering the flavour of the month competition
Homemade Ice Cream in Islington Phone: 020 7359 7777 187 Upper Street - London N1 1RQ www.udderlicious.co.uk
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LA POLENTERIA
Free glass of wine*
Gluten-free Italian Kitchen Phone: 020 7434 3617 64 Old Compton Street - London W1D 4UQ info@lapolenteria.com * Choose from Bardolino (red) or Pinot Grigio (white) / Available from Monday to Thursday
AIDA
£5 to spend in-store*
GLUTEN-FREE ITALIAN KITCHEN
Menswear - Womenswear - Homeware - Café Phone: 020 7739 2811 133 Shoreditch High St - London | E1 6JE aidashoreditch.co.uk * Minimum spend £30. Offer available in-store only / Valid until 31/05/2016
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LE BON ADDRESSES
AIDA
L'ERBOLARIO
133 Shoreditch High Street
106A Upper Street
THE RESTORATION 2 Bouverie Road
Shoreditch
Angel
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E1 6JE
N1 1QN
N16 0AJ
020 7739 2811
020 3601 8130
079 9057 3889
CHOI’S
HUCKLETREE
SIGNORELLI
226 Bethnal Green Road
18 Finsbury Square
7 Victory Parade
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Shoreditch
East Village
E2 0AA
EC2A 1AH
E20 1FS
077 2052 4995
020 3862 1400
020 8534 4972
CONSERVATORY ARCHIVES
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BAILEY NELSON
493-495 Hackney Road
2 Bradbury Street
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E1 6AA
Phone: 077 8552 2762
020 7686 6807
020 3289 0265
EAST LONDON LIQUOR COMPANY
OUI MAMAN
PAPILLES
221, Grove Road
26-36 Wharfdale Road
163 City Road
Victoria Park
King’s Cross
Islington
E3 5SN
N1 9RY
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020 3011 0980
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LA POLENTERIA
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40 COLORI
64 Old Compton Street
3 Stanford Mews,
32 Cheshire Street
Soho
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Shoreditch
W1D 4UQ
Phone: 020 7254 5671
020 7434 3617
E2 6EH 020 7059 9778
STRIP LA FERME LONDON
164 Upper Street
UDDERLICIOUS
102-104 Farringdon Road
Angel
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Angel
N1 1US
Islington
EC1R 3EA
020 3651 3600
020 7837 5293
N1 1RQ 020 7359 7777
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384 Old Street Shoreditch
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www.dice.fm
020 7729 8114
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VINTERIOR www.vinterior.com
* Je veux toujours plus de looks.