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The DRINK

One Sip Martini

See this? It’s a thing of pure beauty and joy. Tiny but mighty, the One Sip Martini is 26ml of liquid perfection – vodka, vermouth di Torino and fino sherry served in a frozen shot glass. And here’s the best bit: a juicy gordal olive stuffed with gorgonzola as a reward at the end. Bliss! Find it at Tayēr + Elementary. tayer-elementary.com

DANTE’S HIFI+

If it’s banging tunes you’re after, you’re in the wrong place. Inspired by the listening bars in Japan, Dante's HiFi+ is a 50-seater space that's home to some 8,500 records from music director Rich Medina’s personal collection – all of which get maximum respect played by a roster of top-notch DJs on an all-analogue sound system. Drinks are served in vintage glassware, perfectly in keeping with the lo-fi setting. Sip on a Japanese-style HiBall. danteshifi.com

Broken Shaker

There’s a real art to getting the hippy chic thing spot-on – a look the team at the Broken Shaker do so well. Seemingly effortless but oh-so fabulous, the award-winning bar is set in the backyard of the Freehand hotel and is very much an outdoor oasis with cool, seasonal cocktails thrown in. Chill out by the pool or relax in one of the mismatched chairs dotted around the garden – wherever you choose to be, feel-good vibes are guaranteed. brokenshaker.com

Cafe La Trova

We defy anyone not to be seduced by Cafe La Trova. Even if your body doesn’t sway along to the live music, or the dapper team behind the bar don’t make you smile (who even are you?), you’re bound to fall for the atmosphere. This is 1940s-1950s Cuba, when dinner, dancing and delicious drinks were part of a glamorous package. They’re all on the menu at this authentic Cuban saloon, where cocktails are served with pride by the mesmerising cantineros. Don’t leave without trying a Daiquiri or seeing the bar team show off their choreographed dance moves. cafelatrova.com