The South Londoner - March 2023

SOUTH LONDonER Issue 20

March 2023

THE DAILY RINd Little MOUSE couple on bringing quality cheese to south norwood

Deptford comedian Alistair Green on his south London haunts The home edition: local architects on 2023's big trends Prince of Peckham gets a Queen in Tulse Hill

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HOME SECRETARY

A craft fair in Dulwich, a circus on the South Bank, a musical at Southwark Playhouse, and more

8-10 LOCAL FACES

Little Mouse cheesemongers Gareth Main and Justina Budd on setting up shop in South Norwood

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FAMILY

Singing mermaids, a baby disco and newborn fluffy animals this way!

17 A LOVE LETTER TO SOUTH LONDON

Comedian Alistair Green on his favourite Deptford haunts

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20-21 LOCAL PEOPLE Prince of Peckham Clement Ogbonnaya on his new pub The Queen of the South

26-33 HOME Local architects and interior designers share their tips on home re-imagining and the big trends of 2023

36-40 FOOD & DRINK

Where to wine and dine on Mother’s Day, and a review of new ‘apericena’ bar Il Maremmano

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The local line-up for your diary ― A new musical from the producer of Fleabag

The circus of humanity No cheesy ringmaster or candyfloss here: Circa is one of the classiest circus troupes around and its show Humans 2.0 is making its London premiere at the Southbank Centre. Described as a ‘symphony of acrobatics’, the show sees 10 bodies pulse to the music of composer Ori Lichtik, with plenty of leaps, throws and towers to up the thrill factor. This circusmeets-art spectacle will delight audiences of all ages.

Did you love Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s dark comedy Fleabag? Before it became a TV sensation, it was a one-woman stage show produced by Francesca Moody. Now, Moody is working with writers Ricky Simmonds and Simon Vaughan (who met as child actors on children’s television drama Grange Hill) to tell the 'almost true' story of three-time Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi. They’ve written it as a musical, Berlusconi, and it’s running at new theatre Southwark Playhouse Elephant (a sister venue to the original Southwark Playhouse) in Elephant and Castle. Pitched as 'Evita on acid' and a 'modern-day cautionary tale', this raucous-sounding show tells the story of the populist leader through the eyes of various women in his life including his second wife, the magistrate who investigated him and a journalist.

Gather your theatre friends and nab your seats.

Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London SE1 8XX. April 12 - 15, 7:30pm; April 16, 3pm. Admission: £18+. www.southbankcentre.co.uk/whatson/performance-dance/humans-20circa?eventId=931535

Shop into spring St Barnabas Parish Hall in Dulwich Village is known for its seasonal fayres, platforming the products of independent traders. The spring edition is coming up on April 22, with over 30 stalls selling everything from artwork and wellness crystals to skincare, luxury candles and more. Whether you’re shopping for gifts or a little something to brighten up your own home, head down for a browse.

Southwark Playhouse Elephant, Dante Place, 80 Newington Butts, London SE11 4FL. March 25 - April 29, 7:45pm. Admission: £16. www.southwarkplayhouse.co.uk/productions/ berlusconi/

St Barnabas Parish Hall, 23 Dulwich Village, London SE21 7BT. April 22, 11am - 4pm. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lk-spring-artisancraft-and-gift-fayre-dulwich-villagetickets-429203688787

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French artist Berthe Morisot (1841-1895) was one of the foremost Impressionist artists of the 19th Century, but there’s never been a major exhibition of her work in the UK. Until now, that is, because Dulwich Picture Gallery, in partnership with the Musée Marmottan Monet in Paris, has brought together 30 of her masterpieces, which are broadly admired for capturing contemporary life and intimate moments of domesticity. The works have gone on show together with pieces by her fellow Impressionists: Reynolds, Gainsborough and Fragonard.

Calling all young adults (aged 18 – 35) who want to know more about Southwark’s history: Southwark Heritage Centre is opening up its collections and regaling stories from its past in a bid to pass on its history to the next generation. The event begins with a short presentation, after which you’ll take part in some games including a speed dating-style exercise challenging you to remember facts about the objects on show. To balance out the serious stuff, there will also be plenty of time to meet like-minded history enthusiasts over some (free!) drinks and snacks.

The annual Spring Plant Fair has been a staple at the Garden Museum for over 40 years. It returns on April 16, bringing together specialist plant nurseries and growers from around the country for a day of talks, workshops and purchasing new blooms. Watch a microgreen cooking demonstration, find out which summer flowers are easiest to grow and kickstart your garden design with inspiration for spaces big and small.

The event is a chance to pick the brains of those in the know and find out what will flourish in your outdoor space or even on your window sill.

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Little Mouse cheesemongers Gareth Main and Justina Budd on bringing quality cheese to South Norwood  ©Arthur Daniel Photography

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t was during the pandemic that South Norwood couple Gareth Main and Justina Budd decided to take their love of cheese to the next level. They joined the Academy of Cheese in order to learn more about it, but their neighbourhood was lacking a place to buy artisan cheeses. Justina was working at Tate Modern at the time, but had dreams of one day renovating an old shop. Gareth, who continues to work for local sharing app Olio, was willing to join her on this journey. Fastforward to November 2021 and the couple were ready to fill that hole, opening Little Mouse cheese shop on Selhurst Road.

The South Londoner caught up with Gareth and Justina to hear about how it started and how it’s going…

South Londoner: How did you discover your shared love of cheese?

fascinating how the smallest variations make so many different and complex cheeses.

Gareth Main: Before Justina and I were together, my knowledge and appreciation of fine food and drink was minimal. My food education really started with her, and cheese has been a part of that. My first memory of falling deeper in love with cheese was when we ate a Tunworth – I think it was in Cumbria? – but we were definitely fans of artisan cheeses before then.

SL: Your shop Little Mouse is in South Norwood, where you also live. What made you decide to set up home, and later business, there?

JB: I wanted to move to South Norwood to be closer to Tooting, which is where I grew up and my mother still lives. She was ill at the time so I was travelling there a lot. Gareth is a Crystal Palace fan, and there are lots of beautiful green spaces, so it was an easy sell. We also had a good feeling about the community, which proved to be right.

Justina Budd: We got into cheese during the pandemic lockdowns and it sort of grew naturally, really. The more we learnt, the more there was to find out. It's endlessly

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GM: There’s little doubt that it would have made more economic sense to open a cheese shop in a more affluent area, but ultimately we wanted to create something that we would want to exist. In short: we took a bet on us being extremely normal people, which has turned out to be the case.

SL: How have you found going into business as a couple? (If you don’t mind us asking!)

GM: Starting a business is full-on. I think any big, intense activity comes with stress and pressure, which can make or break a partnership. It’s definitely made us closer though.

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Also, we’re good at different things, so division of labour has been pretty straightforward. Justina has much more patience than I do, which is vital, but without my blind desire to do new things, I’m not sure we would have got it going. We’re a team!

JB: There were points when it was hard to find time to talk about anything other than the shop, but over the past few months we’ve got good at talking about things that aren’t cheese or Little Mouse related – which has been something of a relief!

SL: What are some of the most common questions you get asked by visiting customers?

GM: “Do you have any <insert name of non-British cheese>?”, or “When are your next wine and cheese tasting events?” The answer to both is “see our

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JB: We also get asked about our favourite cheeses… we do have favourites, but they change a lot.

time – we have seen a lot of joy over our counter!

SL: In an age where so much of our shopping is done online and we’re witnessing the ‘death’ of the high street, how challenging have you found opening a physical shop?

SL: What advice would you give a cheese novice on navigating a cheese counter?

GM: The pandemic definitely changed buying habits for the better, as more people started shopping locally and had a greater appreciation for their local area. With workers returning to the office, it’s worrying to think we might be losing some of that, but we have such an amazing community in South Norwood that we’re confident we can keep it going.

GM: Chat to the person behind the counter. We’re all doing this because we love cheese and artisan produce, and the more people we convert from supermarket cheese to artisan cheeses means a better outcome for us, for you, and for the environment. If you tell a cheesemonger that you don’t know where to start with cheese, they’ll figure out pretty quickly what you’ll love.

JB: One of the best parts of running the shop is getting to know our customers and the wider community.

South Norwood residents come together for events, to campaign for local causes, and celebrate the very best of our corner of south London. You don’t get that from

JB: Think about the types of cheeses you know you like.

If you like cheddar from a supermarket, chances are you’ll like artisan cheddar even more. The best part of the job is seeing someone’s face when they try a cheese for the first

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SL: Lastly, any advice for readers hoping to launch their own business in south London?

JB: Before opening the shop, we tested our ideas at local food markets. If you can trial an idea on a smaller, cheaper scale, it’s a good way of getting customers and assessing whether people are going to support you.

GM: There’s something to be said for trusting your gut.

If there’s something you would like to exist and support, it’s likely other people will also want it to exist. If I didn’t co-own the cheese shop on my doorstep, I know that I’d be buying a lot of cheese from it. It’s not surprising that there are more people like me who would do the same.

JB: Also, share the load! We rely so much on the brilliant people who work with us, Liam and Trish, who are as passionate about good food, wine and community as we are. They’re testament to the fact that, although this started out as our idea, Little Mouse is a part of South Norwood now – and long may it continue to be so.

Little Mouse Cheese, 212A Selhurst Road, London SE25 6XU. Thursday & Friday, 11am - 7pm; Saturday & Sunday, 10am - 4pm; Monday - Wednesday, closed. www.littlemousecheese.com/

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Farms are never as charming as they are in springtime, when each pen, field and nest is home to fluffy newborns. You don’t have to travel to the countryside to see some farm favourites either – not when Vauxhall City Farm is nestled in south London. The farm offers meet-and-greet vouchers, letting those aged four and up pet rabbits, guinea pigs and chickens, and those upwards of seven stroke goats, lambs, pigs, alpacas and more.

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love letter When you’re not in panic mode, where do you like to go for a meal out in south London?

There’s a great Caribbean restaurant, Kaieteur kitchen, in Walworth. I also love the fish and chip shop Something Fishy in Lewisham and plant-based Indian street food restaurant Hullabaloo in Deptford.

Where do you shop for clothes and homeware in south London?

A love letter to south London ―

I’ve worn the same clothes for years and don't buy any, sorry! Same with homeware.

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Can it be a pub? If so, mine’s The Dog and Bell in Deptford.

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omedian and Deptford local Alistair Green is something of a social media sensation, boasting over 200,000 followers between his Twitter and Instagram accounts. His viral videos see him slip in and out of personas – from former health secretary Matt Hancock to that guy at the bar who tries to flirt with the barmaid – in a bid to paint a ‘definitive portrait of modern Britain’.

What’s the one place, thing or activity south of the river that everyone should try at least once?

Walworth Road Market on a Saturday morning.

Alistair Green is on a national tour with his new show, ‘What Are We Like Eh!’, from March 10 April 13. Admission: £20. For dates and times, visit www.showandtellpresents.com/.

Before he heads off on a national tour this spring, Alistair spoke to the South Londoner about his relationship with Deptford, his favourite places to eat out, and number one south London landmark. (We got the feeling he wasn’t taking our questions too seriously, but what could we expect?)

Have you always been in comedy or did you have another career first?

I’ve never had a career really, but I’ve done most jobs.

I’ve been a money broker, librarian, Pizza Hut delivery driver, road sweeper – you name it.

How would you describe your style of comedy?

Tortuous. Excruciating. Barely watchable.

Some readers will know you from your tongue-incheek sketches on social media. Your lockdown videos of you walking around your neighbourhood were hilarious. Do you ever feel conflicted about sharing your material for free on social media?

It all pays off if it brings more people to the live shows, so it's worth it.

Through your Instagram reels you offer, er, alternative tours of Deptford. Has SE8 always been home?

I grew up in Essex but I’ve lived here for about 15 years now. It's a funny place with lots of interesting characters.

What does a typical week in south London involve for you?

A lot of wandering around aimlessly until I have a panic attack and then do some work until about midnight.

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The Prince of Peckham gets a Queen in Tulse Hill ―

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rince of Peckham owner Clement Ogbonnaya knows what makes a successful pub: listening to the local community. The Peckham institution, which opened in 2017, caters for a thriving hub of coworkers by day and a majoritively young crowd looking for a space to dance to live music by night – all fuelled by locally made food and craft drinks. It’s going great guns, essentially, and now Clement is ready to expand his business, with plans to open five more community pubs in as many years. First stop Tulse Hill, where he’s taken over the long-closed White Hart pub, transforming it into the Queen of the South. Opening in a matter of weeks (though at the time of writing, no date has been set yet), the pub will run on a similar formula to that in place at the Prince of Peckham, serving up a menu of food, drinks and events that speak to the local community.

We spoke to Clement Ogbonnaya to find out more about what’s in store…

South Londoner: You're opening a new pub, the Queen of South London, in Tulse Hill this spring.

How long has this been in the pipeline?

Clement Ogbonnaya: It’s been three years in the making to get Queen of the South open. Lockdown slowed down the whole process, but we are happy to finally have the keys and can’t wait to open our doors to the people of Tulse Hill soon.

SL: What made you choose Tulse Hill as the location of your second pub?

CO: After the success of Prince of Peckham, it was important the next location had similarities to it. Like Peckham, Tulse Hill is a community-driven area, which is integral to our business model. At the core of everything we do is a goal of providing an inclusive space for the local community. Ultimately, we want to give Tulse Hill residents a home away from home, and something they can call their own.

Tulse Hill is the area my wife grew up in and where I owned my first property. Through selling it, I was able to fund the opening of Prince of Peckham, which started my journey into pub ownership. This feels like coming full circle.

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SL: Is there a recipe for making a pub popular with its local community?

CO: There are no tricks, I just keep it real. If you genuinely have the mindset and conviction to give back to the community, and you take the time to speak to the locals, this will be noticed and people will show their support along the way.

SL: Tell us about the food and drink offering at the Queen of South London. What will be on the menu?

CO: [Caribbean food connoisseurs] White Men Can’t Jerk have been vital in the running of Prince of Peckham, and we are delighted to say they will be running the kitchen at Queen of the South, too. They’ll be bringing over their signature dishes, like the jerk

chicken meal and the Deliveroo favourite of chicken and chips. There will be more plant-based options too, plus special twists on Sunday lunches and a breakfast menu for our co-workers.

Drinks wise, our signature cocktail ‘The Queen’ is a combination of a local botanical rum ‘Market Row’, and a flavoured white rum ‘Aluna’, which has notes of almond, hibiscus and tropical fruits. We will also be serving local craft beers, including Gipsy Hill’s Hepcat IPA and Coldharbour Lager from Brixton Brewery.

otherwise be able to afford to work away from home, and different tariffs for different budgets and needs.

SL: Will you be offering any other events, like pub quizzes or themed nights?

CO: As an events-led space, we will have activities programmed for every day of the week across the different floors. Live music will be at the heart of the pub, giving local creatives a chance to showcase their talent.

We’ll run traditional pub activities like quizzes and comedy shows, but we’re also keen to put on art exhibitions, dance performances, wellbeing classes and panel discussions.

SL: You mentioned you’ll be running the pub as a coworking space during the day. How will that work?

CO: Once we open, we will be offering co-working for free for a month so that people in the local area can see what we have to offer. Once we start charging, we will have subsidised spaces available for those who may not

SL: Lastly, what do you hope the pub offers the area that wasn't there before?

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CO: Often when I talk to people about Tulse Hill they don’t know where it is. I hope the pub makes it a destination and puts it on the map, so that it’s not just somewhere people drive through. We want the Queen of the South to represent Tulse Hill as it is today by adding vibrancy and colour, and reflecting the interests of the people who live there through the activities we provide.

We want to work collaboratively with local businesses and charities, and become a hub where we can come together and create positive change in the community beyond our walls.

Queen of the South Pub, 367 Norwood Road, Norwood, London SE27 9BQ. Monday 4pm - 12:30am; Tuesday - Thursday, 12pm - 12:30am; Friday & Saturday 12pm 2:30am; Sunday 12pm - 12:30am. www.queenofthesouthpub.co.uk/

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March 2023

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Tell us about your background as an interior designer. How did you get into the industry and where are you now?

My love of design started at a young age. After getting a BA hons degree in Interior Architecture, I worked for some great design studios in London, working up to becoming a design director at United Design Partnership. I worked on some fantastic restaurants, residential projects, hotels and spas.

I founded my own company, Dalodu Design Studio, two years ago after having my daughter. I decided to use my many years of experience in design to help people make their home a place they love to be. I wanted to help make interior design more reachable.

Dalodu Design ―

Individual tastes aside, what sorts of things should people consider when looking to redecorate their home?

Interior designer Danielle Duggleby, owner of Dalodu Design, on the resurgence of subtle patterns and reupholstering furniture, and not getting too swept up in the latest trend…

Think about what you love – colour, a painting or even a chair – and how what you already have can work within a new design. Trends are good to get inspiration from, but try not to get too carried away with them.

What looks good in an image might not necessarily be right for you. I ask my clients: “How do you want your space to work for you and make you feel?”.

What are some of the design trends you’re expecting to be big in 2023?

Subtle patterns are on the rise. Not just in a maximalist way, but patterned fabrics and textiles are sneaking into more neutral designs, and in how people are painting their floors and walls or wallpaper. There’s also renewed interest in handmade crafted tiles with touches of colour, and organic patterns and prints. People are also reutilising existing or vintage pieces within new designs, for example reupholstering furniture to give it a new look. Thinking sustainably by using items already owned and showing them in a new light is a great way to save money on a project – and be good to the environment.

For more information on Dalodu Design, visit www.dalodudesign.co.uk/

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approach the design process very differently but then so do our other colleagues. Some of our best work comes out of the dialogue between all of us within the office.

Nimtim Architects ―

Individual tastes aside, what sorts of things should people consider when looking to renovate their home?

It is important to scenario test the brief to ensure the proposed design meets the user's needs now as well as in the future. Make sure you have a good team from the beginning – building is a complex and unpredictable business, even on the smallest scale, so it is important that you are working with people you like and trust. Try to foster a good, open relationship with your architect. The input of an architect can be particularly useful at the initial stages so that the overall spatial strategy can be considered alongside planning, regulatory and practical constraints. The team should also consist of other consultants who can review the new spaces and make sure they also satisfy regulatory and practical requirements. It’s important to have a good team who can steer you through these challenges including a good building control officer.

Be realistic about what you can afford –architects should give you a realistic idea of costs – as some builders (and TV shows) can be unrealistic about what an extension will cost. Always ask about what’s included in a quote.

Also, it’s worth noting that architects will give you a personal and individual response, but a building company might be able to deliver a more standard solution without the design fees.

Tim O’Callaghan and Nimi Attanayake, co-founders of nimtim architects, on running a firm together, managing a work-life balance and looking towards a more sustainable future…

How did you meet?

Tim and I met while studying for our Masters in Architecture at Westminster University.

What led you to take the plunge and go into business together?

We’d both just finished roles as project architects and it felt like the natural moment to try our own thing. We formed our own practice in 2014 and it has always had a very personal narrative. We started it after Nimi had been diagnosed and treated for ovarian cancer and a lot of the motivation was about having a bit more control over our lives. The practice is now almost 10 years old and has a significant portfolio of built work.

What are some of the design trends you’re expecting to be big in 2023?

We’re seeing a major sector-wide awareness regarding sustainability and the immediate climate emergency, along with a desire to work towards better quality for our physical and mental health. The question of how to create a sustainable project is always at the forefront of our thinking. Central to our approach is a belief that the most sustainable type of project is one that can endure for many years without the need for redevelopment or demolition.

Cork is growing in popularity for extension cladding. It’s a sustainable material, naturally water resistant, recyclable and will weather to a silver-grey colour over time. It also has inherent insulating properties.

More of our clients are becoming aware of lowcarbon materials such as hempcrete. It is an innovative construction material and a 'better-than-zero-carbon material' whilst also reducing the heat losses of the building. We are also keen to use more recyclable materials, such as polycarbonate, to reduce the wastage from the construction industry.

What were some of your objectives as company owners? What did you want to do differently?

Our philosophy and approach emerged from making real projects for ordinary families from simple materials and technologies. As the practice has grown this has become a bit more of a challenge but we aim to balance the need to be a financially healthy and successful business with supporting our and our team’s need to have healthy and fulfilling personal lives. We wanted to create a practice that was relatable, approachable and supportive. We are honest about who we are and celebrate the input of our staff and collaborators.

How are responsibilities divided between you?

Nimi is a qualified garden and landscape designer and leads our nimtim landscapes team as well as focussing on our residential projects. Tim has recently led some of our larger projects such as the RIBA competition-winning Becontree public realm project, estate regeneration projects and Spitalfields City Farm engagement. We both see things quite differently and

Nimtim Architects, Unit 4, The Old Stable House, 53 North Cross Road, London SE22 9ET. wwww.nimtim.co.uk/

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Unfold Architecture ― Mark Darnell, founder and director of Unfold Architecture and Design, on future-proofing your home, maximising daylight and checking in with the neighbours…

pump or another non-gas boiler heating system, as these generally work on a lower power output, so a well-insulated home is the most efficient way to run these.

If you don’t need or want to change from a gas boiler right now, we recommend considering to what extent you may wish to 'future proof' your home, as it could be something you (or a future buyer) may want to undertake in the coming years. If a suitable location can be earmarked now for a future external heat pump and internal water storage tank, this will allow the extension or renovation to be designed to accommodate the installation of new services and allow for a future heat pump to be ‘plugged in’. This will save time and of course money down the line.

Tell us about your journey into architecture…

After working at a number of smaller architectural firms, I joined a large London based practice in 2006 where I gained 12 years’ experience in commercial, retail and residential architecture, and achieved the position of associate director, undertaking the role of project architect with the successful design and delivery of numerous projects.

What are some of the design trends you’re expecting to be big in 2023?

What led you to set up your own firm, Unfold?

Unfold Architecture + Design Ltd was established in the summer of 2017 and based in south-east London at the time. In 2022, we moved into offices in Rotherhithe, providing a more permanent base for the practice but still maintaining our south London roots. Our project work tends to focus on the extension and refurbishment of people’s homes, and we have successfully undertaken a number of small to medium sized projects for both domestic and commercial clients.

I have always had the desire to set up a practice and work more directly with the client and the final occupant of the project, as this close relationship isn’t always there on the larger, more commercial schemes.

So I took that proverbial leap of faith and we’ve been going strong as a practice for over five years now.

any renovation (including replacement windows) which involves work to the front of your property or that would be street-facing will likely need to be inkeeping with the original design of the house.

Finally we always recommend having a talk with your neighbours. It’s always best to explain the proposals to anyone who may be affected as no one likes surprises!

Individual tastes aside, what sorts of things should people consider when looking to renovate their home?

If you haven’t already, it’s a good idea to ask yourselves some initial questions: what do you want to use the new or renovated space for? How long do you plan on living in the property? Is the work to suit your current or future lifestyle? How do you want the new space to look and feel? What is your maximum or ideal budget?

Having answers to these questions is a great starting point when planning for an initial discussion with an architect.

Gaining planning approval for a well-proportioned and well-designed home extension is usually a relatively straightforward process, but clients should be aware of more stringent planning restrictions that apply within conservation areas. Also, it’s worth remembering that

Let’s talk insulation. With the rising cost of living, is improving a property’s ability to conserve heat a priority for those renovating their home?

Changes to the Building Regulation standards (as of June 2022) mean higher insulation performance is now required for all newly constructed walls, floor and roofs.

Depending on the extent of the work and the amount of new glazing, upgrades to the performance of the existing building fabric may need to be undertaken.

This is particularly pertinent if you are also considering upgrading your heating and plumbing to suit a heat

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Maximising daylight and improved access to a rear garden are always high up the list in client briefs. Bifold doors seem to be on the way out though and are being replaced with either large sliding glazed or pivot doors, or fixed windows which incorporate window seats. Also, we're noticing more examples of arched windows and openings, and windows with deeper-set reveals. This also has the added bonus of providing shading for any south-facing glazing in the summer months.

Most project briefs now seem to incorporate a space for working from home, be that a dedicated home office space or a more flexible study-cum-guest bedroom. Working from the kitchen table or sofa is not a desirable option anymore.

What about eco-conscious improvements? Are you seeing much demand for those?

The use of natural, breathable materials like clay, limebased plaster, timber and cork cladding is becoming more popular both in terms of selecting more environmentally-conscious products and in creating a healthier environment for living and working.

Unfold Architecture + design, 47a King's Grove, London SE15 2LY. www.un-fold.co.uk/

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March 2023

Review: Il Maremmano: Apericena in Brixton?

Yes please ―

By Holly O'Mahony

 Pork and lemon meatballs

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I mean, it’s not not worth travelling across London for,” I guiltily tell a friend with a five-month old baby who lives in north London. I’m on my way home from Brixton’s new ‘Apericena’ bar, Il Maremmano. I’m buzzing from a couple of tequilalaced cocktails, sure, but more from a night of feeling thoroughly looked after by the team, especially the bar’s vivacious assistant general manager, Haiki. I want all my friends to spend an evening hunkering down in this warm, welcoming bar, indulging in a stellar menu of drinks and under-sold ‘bar snacks’. But I must remember the friend with a baby might prefer to spend a rare night out in her own neighbourhood bar, thanks.

Still, I’ve plenty of local friends I can influence.

Il Maremmano is owned by husband-and-wife team Alice Staple and Dickie Bielenberg, who also run nearby lauded Tuscan restaurant, Maremma. The restaurant opened in early 2019, and quickly cemented its reputation as one of London’s best for pasta (though its largely meat-led secondi offering is just as authentic). There’s not a ribbon of spaghetti in sight at Il Maremmano, though. The couple have branded it a place for ‘apericena’, which if Google Translate is serving me correctly, is Italian for a light, informal meal involving aperitives and tapas.

On our visit there were pork and lemon meatballs, deliciously juicy and garlicky, served with a little dipping sauce of their own juices. There were crostoni (toasted bread with toppings, to the non-Italian speakers among us), topped with cardoncelli mushrooms and ricotta, made exciting by little bursts of zesty lemon.

The seasoning was slightly uneven, which only made

 Sausage, lardo, red onion schiacciata

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“My margarita, freshly churned from the shaker with a generous rock salt rim, passed my litmus test with flying colours" the second, saltier slice more delicious than the first.

There was a plump and pillowy round of schiacciate (Tuscany’s answer to focaccia), fresh from the pan and laden with salty Tuscan sausage and lardo. Whatever else you order, the three cheese arancini are not to be missed. Having dedicated a portion of summer ‘22 to eating my way around Sicily – home of arancini – I can confirm these perfect crispy rounds are among the best I’ve tried. There’s promise of more truffly items joining the menu soon too – watch this space.

To dessert (yes, there’s always room) and a potluck ‘tart of the day’ proved to be a chocolate and hazelnut dissolve-on-the-tongue torte on our visit, paired appropriately with a savoury cream. Its competitor, a grape skin ice cream – delicate, unusual and worthy of its place on the menu – didn’t stand a chance in

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comparison, but real foodies with a sophisticated palate will appreciate it nonetheless.

But wait! There’s me rattling on about the menu’s humbly described food offering for over 200 words, but we were here to sample the apéritifs. Or were we?

Anyway, Il Maremmano knows its way around most classic cocktails, it seems. My margarita, freshly churned from the shaker with a generous rock salt rim, passed my litmus test with flying colours. Do take a chance on their specials, too. The Buttero (El Jimador tequila with Pampelle, prosecco, fresh lime, orange and hibiscus) was a riff on a palermo, long but punchy and lightly spritzed.

I was also envious of my companion’s ‘flamingo’, the special that day, which was essentially a gin-based sour infused with rhubarb that tasted completely divine.

Tucked away on Tulse Hill, Il Maremmano’s ambience is almost as much of a pull as its fodder. The deep red walls dressed with vintage prints create a cosy atmosphere for chilly winter evenings, but promise of a garden coming soon should make the bar as popular on warm summer nights. It would be a great date venue with its low lighting, dark corners, and sense of being a bit special and a bit secret. There’s only a handful of tables (remember to book!), all of which are in eyeshot of the bar, where a team of Italian worker bees are making the magic happen.

Everything about Il Maremmano suggests it’s a place of love. Who doesn’t want more love in their life?

We’ll be back for another helping soon.

Il Maremmano, 19 Tulse Hill, London, SW2 2TH. Thursday & Friday, 5pm - 10pm; Saturday 12pm 10pm. Extended opening hours coming soon. www.ilmaremmano.com/

The damage (for 2)

Buttero = £11.50

Spicy Negroni = £11 Margarita = £12 Flamingo = £11

Three cheese arancini = £6

Crostini with cardoncelli mushrooms and ricotta = £7

Pork and lemon meatballs = £9

Schiacciate with Tuscan sausage = £8 Tart of the day = £8

Gelato of the day = £4 TOTAL: £87.50 Food & Drink: ««««« Ambience: ««««« Value: «««««

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March 2023

Five places to wine and dine this Mother’s Day

By Holly O'Mahony

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Brixton Laundry: for championing female-run businesses

Award-winning hospitality entrepreneur Melanie Brown went against the grain in opening an elegant, relatively formal bar and dining room inside Brixton’s former Edwardian-era laundry building Walton Lodge.

It sat at odds to the laid back, vibrant, casual joints of nearby Brixton Village. And yet… it worked. Four years on and The laundry is a much-loved neighbourhood bistro where wine buffs can sample a decent selection of new world wines, and cocktail enthusiasts are catered for, too. Take mum for a glass of vino or a Sunday roast in an impressive venue that exudes celebration.

374 Coldharbour Lane, London SW9 8PL. Monday - Friday, 8am - 11pm. Saturday 10am - 11:30pm; Sunday 10am - 8pm. www.thelaundrybrixton.com/

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The Provincial: for sharing the Mother’s Day love It’s good vibes only at no-frills Brixton Market Row restaurant The Provincial – and there’s no better place to bring your mum right into the hubbub of one of London’s most diverse and charismatic corners. Tuck into Latin American tapas washed down with a glass or two of sangria and soak up the scene. The team are big fans of Mother’s Day (they put out a post about it on their social channels last year, anyway) so are bound to make a fuss of you both.

29 Market Row, London SW9 8LB. Open daily, 12pm - 11pm. www.instagram.com/theprovincialbrixton/

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Kudu: For a meal to remember at a family-run favourite

If you and your mum are serious foodies, see Mother’s Day as an excuse to book a table at superlative South African restaurant Kudu on Queen’s Road in Peckham.

Run by Amy Corbin, daughter of Chris Corbin of the formidable Corbin & King (The Wolseley, The Delaunay et al.) and her chef partner Patrick Williams, who hails from South Africa, it won a Bib Gourmand award in the 2018 Michelin guide just eight months after opening and has since spawned a series of offshoot restaurants under the same name. Book the original, if you can, and enjoy a lavish, largely meaty menu that takes the concept of grilling to the next level.

119 Queen's Road, London SE15 2EZ. Wednesday & Thursday, 6pm - 10pm; Friday 12pm - 2:30pm & 6pm - 10pm; Saturday & Sunday, 11am - 2:30pm & 6pm - 10pm. www.kuducollective.com/

MinnoW: for floral masterpieces

No need to add a bouquet to your Mother’s Day surprises if you’re dining at utterly gorgeous Minnow

by Clapham Common. The restaurant’s exteriors are strung with seasonal flowers, and you’ll find further blooms hanging above your table. Without a doubt one of the prettiest restaurants in London, Minnow is where to head for Sunday brunch or an all-day menu of bistro favourites, coupled with a glass of bubbles.

21 The Pavement, London SW4 0HY. Monday Friday, 8am - 11pm; Saturday & Sunday, 9am - 11pm. www.minnowclapham.co.uk/

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Lulus: for those in-the-know

If you know what’s-what in south London’s foodie scene, you’ll probably have heard the whispers by now that Herne Hill’s bright and polished restaurant Llewelyn’s has opened a slick new wine bar, Lulu’s, right next door. Take your mum for a glass of her preferred colour from a lovingly curated wine list, and if you get peckish, pair your vino with small plates created by chef Lasse Petersen, whose menu fuses European staples with flavours from the Middle East and Nordics.

Lulu’s is also a shop by day, so if the sun is shining this Mother’s Day, why not pick up a sandwich, salad and something sweet, and enjoy them in nearby Brockwell Park?

291 Railton Road, London SE24 0JP. Tuesday (shop only), 8am - 4pm; Wednesday Friday, 8am - 11pm; Saturday 9am - 11pm; Sunday (shop only), 9am - 4pm. www.lulus.london/

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Brixton Performs Festival is Back!

WEDNESDAY 29 MARCH COMEDY AT DOWNSTAIRS Show time: 7.30pm

Join us to laugh out loud Downstairs at the Department Store, our comedy line up includes Ross Smith, Finlay Christie, Erika Elher, Charlie George and Lucy Pearman!

This fantastic line up will be joined by headliner Red Richardson. Red is a critically acclaimed stand up comedian, writer, actor and podcaster and is now recognised as one of the most exciting new comics in The UK. He has twice appeared on The Stand Up Sketch Show on ITV2, is a regular joke writer for ‘8 out of Ten Cats’, ‘8 out of Ten Cats does Countdown’ and ‘Live at The Comedy Store’ on Comedy Central and has written on Mock The Week.

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Red’s 2018 Edinburgh debut “Seeing Red” garnered four star reviews from critics and played to packed houses at The Gilded Balloon.

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rixton BID presents their third Brixton Performs Festival! Head to Brixton from 27 March to 1 April for our free festival, showcasing comedy, music, drag and theatre talent performing across our iconic venues. From intimate gigs in our independent restaurants, to comedy in little know architectural wonders, there are a lot of treats in store!

MONDAY 27 MARCH THE COCOA BUTTER CLUB AT BRIXTON HOUSE Show time: 8pm

The Cocoa Butter Club are hitting the stage at Brixton House and presenting a one-off Queer Cabaret not to missed.

Celebrating everything from neo-burlesque and poetry, to drag, hoops and voguing The Cocoa

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Butter Club will have you screaming ‘yaaaaas queen, smell like cocoa butter up in hurr!’

Book your free tickets at brixtonhouse.co.uk.

Brixton House Theatre, Coldharbour Lane, SW9 8GL

TUESDAY 28 MARCH PECS DRAG KINGS AT BRIXTON HOUSE Show time: 8pm

Pecs Drag Kings are an all-women & non-binary theatre and cabaret company who’ve been creat-

ing critically acclaimed shows for the LGBTQ+ community since 2013. Through our drag king cabarets and theatre shows, we explore gender identities, politics & sexuality, to create cultural space for queer women, trans* & non-binary folk. Our shows are sexy, raucous and highly entertaining, using songs, dances and comedy to celebrate inclusivity, queerness & community. Join Pecs for a king-filled cabaret featuring some of their greatest hits and incredible guest performers from the local area.

Book your free tickets at brixtonhouse.co.uk.

Brixton House Theatre, Coldharbour Lane, SW9 8GL

Since then he has co created and co hosted the global smash hit comedy podcast ‘Laughable’ which has charted around the world.

Book your free tickets at brixtonbid.co.uk/brixton-performs-festival.

Downstairs, The Department Store, SW9 8FR

HEIDI VOGEL & FEMI TEMOWO Show time: from 8pm

Live jazz returns to Brixton’s timeless Sicilian eaterie Franzina Trattoria on Coldharbour Lane as part of Brixton Bid’s ‘Brixton Performs’ with two ultra talented players!

Pecs Drag Kings. Image Credit: Corinne Cumming.

A highly respected vocalist in the industry, Heidi is part of The Cinematic Orchestra has opened for Erykah Badu in Dubai, performed at Montreux Jazz festival for Quincy Jones and appeared live on The Jimmy Kimmel Show on ABC , as well as performing at The Sydney Opera House and with TheKrakow Symphony Orchestra , The Heritage Orchestra, The London Metropolitan Orchestra as well as performing with Thundercat, Cleveland Watkiss, Banda Black Rio, The Brand New Heavies, ‘Lil Louie Vega, Bobby Mcferrin, Isaac Hayes and Chick Corea to name a few.

Femi Temowo is a MOBO-Award nominated artist, composer and music producer.

Femi’s slick and melodic guitar sound has earned him a place beside many great musicians from across a huge variety of genres, having toured or recorded with artists including George Benson, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Amy Winehouse, Courtney Pine, Taylor Swift, The Roots, Omar, Roachford, Jason Rebello, Eska Mtungwazi, Terri Walker, Jean Toussaint, Don Blackman, and Michal Urbaniak.

Table booking required.

Franzina Trattoria, Coldharbour Lane, SW9 8LQ

THURSDAY 30 MARCH COMEDY AT DOWNSTAIRS Show time: 7.30pm

The laughs just keep on going Downstairs at the Department Store! Join Jamie D’Souza, Dane Buckley, Rajiv Karia, Marise Gaughan and Freya Mallard for an evening of exciting comedy. Keep an eye on @brixtonperforms where our headline act to be announced soon.

Book your free tickets at brixtonbid.co.uk/brixton-performs-festival.

His long running, specialist hip-hop radio show on Kiss FM has also been widely acclaimed. He has been holding down a second weekly slot for the last three years, an R&B/Hip Hop/Dancehall Mix show called Kiss Presents…The Mixtape (Saturdays 23.00 – 01.00).

Shortee’s association with Kiss FM stretches back over twelve years, where he got his start as a mix DJ for the show he now hosts and his shows have been nominated for countless awards.

Consistently in high demand, Shortee Blitz has toured his innovative style around the world to destinations as diverse as Dubai, Hong Kong, Kenya, New York and Australia. Shortee also holds down residencies in Ibiza and Cyprus throughout the summer and has hosted a number of shows on MTV as well as releasing plenty of well-received mixtapes.

Chip Shop, Coldharbour Lane, SW9 8LF

Set in the central courtyard of Brixton’s quirky Pop, the performers will use the space in exciting ways. The children will learn a song together, and some dance moves too. The session will introduce children to various musical instruments and styles, as well as demonstrating the impact music has on a story’s characters and narratives.

Pop Brixton, Brixton Station Road, SW9 8PQ

COMEDY AT UPSTAIRS AT THE RITZY Show time: 7.30pm

The last night of our Brixton Performs comedy will be held Upstairs at the iconic Ritzy cinema!

Gracing the stage will be Daman Bamrah, Richard Spalding, Bella Hull, Freya McGhee and Joe Thomas. Our headliner will be announced soon!

Book your free tickets at brixtonbid.co.uk/brixton-performs-festival.

Upstairs at Ritzy Cinema, SW2 1JG

Downstairs, The Department Store, SW9 8FR

CHERISE

Show time: from 8pm

We are very lucky to have rising star Cherise in the Brixton Performs mix!

The soul singer from London truly is a force to be reckoned with, and her journey so far has been nothing but impressive. In 2020, she won Jazz FM’s Vocalist of the Year Award and was Vocalist of the Year by the Parliamentary Jazz Awards in 2020.

Cherise has featured on Disney’s Christmas campaign alongside jazz legend Gregory Porter.

Cherise just released a new single this month.

‘Secrets’ is available on all good music platforms.

FRIDAY 31 MARCH SPECIAL GUEST AT PURE VINYL Show time: 6pm - 9pm

Head down to Pure Vinyl Records for a fantastic night of live music. Keep an eye on @brixtonperforms for the announcement! Pure Vinyl has limited capacity, so get there early!

SATURDAY 1 APRIL

Table booking advised.

The Laundry, Coldharbour Lane, SW9 8PL

SHORTEE BLITZ

Show time: 9pm - 12am

Shortee Blitz is the UK’s #1 hip-hop and club DJ and one of the scene’s most popular personalities. He is a tireless supporter of urban music and, through his numerous performances with artists ranging from De La Soul and LL Cool J to Jay-Z and Nas, he has firmly established himself on the international scene. Shortee’s signature skills of cutting, scratching and mixing as well as an ability to consistently rock the dance floor is recognized by the industry and his global fan base.

Having won the Best DJ award at the Mobos in 2003 and subsequently being recognised as the UK’s Best Hip-Hop DJ and Best Hip-Hop Personality, Shortee is no stranger to award nominations or award ceremonies. In 2007 he was nominated for Best Radio DJ (U.M.A.).

MUSICAL STORY TIME FOR FAMILIES WITH BRIXTON CHAMBER ORCHESTRA Show time: 3pm - 4pm Brixton Chamber Orchestra present a child friendly workshop for those aged 5-10.

BCO’s versatile 7-piece Roving Band will be joined by the wonderful Floetic Lara – local singer, tutor, storyteller and workshop leader.

This musical story-time workshop will combine vibrant performance with heaps of participation, imagined people and places with real interactions and sensory experience.

SWEET P DJ SET (EVE’S DROP COLLECTIVE) Show time: 9pm - 10pm

Sweet P was part of the 90’s explosion of Manchester’s club scene. She regularly DJ’d at Sankeys, Paradise, Arch Bar, Jam St, Alaska & Hacienda. Her style is a lively mix of soulful jazzy beats, hip hop, funk, rare grooves, soulful house and broken beat.

A 2-yr Saturday night residency at Home nightclub featured guest slots from future stars such as Mr Scruff, Mark Rae and Andy Votel, as well as veteran Manchester DJs The Jam MCs, Dean Johnson and Mike Chadwick, with occasional visits by London luminaries such as Patrick Forge, Ross Allen and DJ Food. She also hosted a radio show on pirate stations Frontline and Love Energy, and over the next decade continued to be an integral part of Manchester’s music scene playing at clubs, bars and parties across the city.

Older and wiser and inspired by joining the Eve’s Drop Collective, Sweet P is back for more, billed at several festivals and venues as well as hosting her new monthly radio show on The BoAt Pod. The Lounge. Atlantic Road, SW9 8PY

See the full line up and plan your festival experience on the Brixton BID website now.

Follow @brixtonperforms for the latest line ups.

BUNNY HOP EGGSTRAVAGANZA Come down to Castle Square in Elephant and Castle for the Bunny Hop Eggstravaganza!

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Meet the Easter Bunny Facepainting Easter themed art & craft workshops for children Dance Performances and workshop by School of Dance Talentos and Upside Down Dance Academy Chocolate eggs and discount vouchers from Castle Square traders

Saturday 8th April 11am – 5pm Castle Square, 40 Elephant Rd, London SE17 1EU @castlesquarelondon castlesquarelondon.com

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ored of seeing the same dresses, the same suggested canapés and the same overly formal tablescapes as you try to plan for your big day? If the weddings of yesteryear don’t speak to your or your partner’s values, don’t follow the herd for tradition’s sake. Instead, check out South London’s Wedding Show at South Norwood culture hub Stanley Arts on Sunday March 26.

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Staff Recruitment & Networking Event Thursday 23rd March, 5.30 – 7.00pm London South Bank Technical College Belmore Street, Wandsworth Road, London SW8 2JY Things are changing at South Bank Colleges – you are

and learning, and discover how we can support

invited to come and see for yourself how we are

you to continue to learn and develop as

changing and to explore whether or not you would like

a professional.

to be a part of that change!

At the same time, you can network with likeminded

Find out about our vision for London South Bank

individuals over drinks and canapes – whether that’s

Technical College and Lambeth College, see our

those currently working in education or those

cutting-edge equipment and facilities at 9 Elms,

considering a move from industry – and talk to

hear about the ethos which underpins our teaching

colleagues who currently work at the college.

You might be: • Thinking of applying for a new teaching role.

• Exploring the idea of moving from industry to education.

• Interested in a student support role.

• Keen to use your skills in a technician role.

• Interested in adding value by joining our corporate services teams covering HR, Finance, Marketing, IT Services or Estates functions.

We are a college which prides itself on its sense of community. If you think you might like to be a part of that community – register to join us ‘Learners describe the college as a family, of which they are privileged to be a part.’ - Ofsted

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