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The De Beauvoir Deli
The De Beauvoir Deli Company opened in 2009 and has become a mainstay of the local community. Much of the produce is made from scratch in the little kitchen and everything else is sourced locally from small independent suppliers allowing customers to choose from the finest seasonal and artisan food. The opening of their second shop in Angel this summer is testament to their local popularity. 98 Southgate Road, N1; thedebeauvoirdeli.co.uk
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Absolutely’s guide to the foodie spots you need to know about... The Tea Rooms
The Tea Rooms has been serving luxury afternoon teas since 2007, and with a cosy, homely atmosphere it’s the ideal place to indulge in the British tradition. Everything is home made by chefs Isabelle and Bethaney. A selection of cakes is displayed on vintage cake stands and loose leaf tea is served from mismatching tea cups. The perfect place for a tea party! 155 Stoke Newington Church Street, N16; thetearooms.org
Hundred Crows Rising This is quite simply a friendly gastropub at the end of Chapel Market, serving honest food from breakfast through to dinner. Rocking an industrial/rustic interior with an open kitchen lends the space a homely feel. Cooking up homemade, seasonal, British (and local
The Highbury Barn An iconic pub in every sense, The Highbury Barn’s refurbishment is hotly anticipated. With its new ‘theatre-style’ kitchen, bar revamp and pop-up coffee shop for the rushhour crowd, this is not just your average pub and there’s something to suit every taste. The unveiling is planned for mid-July, so get your bookings in to avoid missing out! 26 Highbury Park, London, N5; thehighburybarnpub.co.uk
where possible) food, there are plenty of twists on classic pub dishes. Old Dairy ales and Curious Brews are on tap not to mention delicious wines and cocktails. 58 Penton Street, N1; hundredcrowsrising.co.uk
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