Hammerton Store

I have been told by someone living in the area that Hammerton Store is the place you want to be your corner store – which would indicate you’re doing well in life. Located in the West End, it looks elegantly understated, with the black facade and modern writing, liking it to an M&S you’d find in the centre of London – and, apparently, the prices of the goods within match that comparison (based on third-party feedback).

The Tartan Pig coffee house

Our drinks arrived first, and I looked at mine in despair. Judging the book by its cover, I was expecting a weak, pale, milky concoction. I gave it a stir and then I spotted bits of melted chocolate on the bottom of the glass – a reassuring sight.

Cognito on the Corner

I’m yet to visit the Deli across the road from the cafe, or the newest addition situated within the Queen’s Cross Church nearby, but I have already been twice to the stunning bistro/gin bar, Cognito on the Corner.

Café by Benugo at John Lewis

This was the case when I was looking for bits and bobs in John Lewis’ during my lunch break and all of a sudden I felt it was all too much, and a break was required. When I saw the café in the store, I didn’t think twice – I almost ran in.