Food & Drink
Patchworks: the most surprising new venue in East London?
This inspiring converted warehouse is cafe, bar, pop-up restaurant and art gallery all in one
Lord Napier Star: an essential guide to Hackney Wick’s new pub
The legendary E9 watering hole is back over three floors with roof terrace boasting panoramic views
Exale Brewery: discover Blackhorse Lane’s hidden gem – and enjoy 15% off delivery
Housed in a former furniture factory is one of E17’s best taprooms. Plus get an exclusive reader discount with our code
6 new openings: Leytonstone, Walthamstow & Hackney Wick
More than half a dozen fresh ideas for weekend jaunts across our patch of East London, from E17 to E11 and E3
Leytonstone Festival: long-running annual bash is back
Nine days of art, live music, food, performance and kids’ activities kick off this Saturday across E11’s many venues
So you’ve never been to…Bromley’s Cafe and Deli E10
Walk to this newish spot at Baker’s Arms this weekend for artisan coffee, tasty brunch and decent-value lunch
SpiceBox take over District Một on Leytonstone High Road
A perfect plant-based fit for one of Leytonstone’s biggest dining rooms is coming soon
District Một closes down on Leytonstone High Road. So what’s next?
The Vietnamese restaurant had been in business for six years – and leaves a big hole on that stretch of high street
Morny Bakehouse: now open off Francis Road E10
The chic new viennoiserie from Marmelo Kitchen launches this weekend in Leyton
Figo, Leyton: what to expect from the restaurant, cafe, bar and deli
A sunny terrace, airy interior, open kitchen – and menu brimming with pastas, pizzas, steak and sharing plates