Parx Cafe

With the memories of last summer vivid in my mouth, I strolled down the stairs to the re-arranged basement entrance area, where Parx allocated one window for placing orders, and the other for pick-ups – a good social-distancing one-way system. The food menu was still there and looked as scrumptious as ever; but my mission was clear that day.

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).