Spring was a difficult season to escape the London bustle. However, I totally made the most of it, took advantage of the super hot days and explored areas of north London that have been on my list for ages!
As I rant about on most my posts, there's not much better than a good ol'view. So it's practically criminal I still haven't made it to Primrose Hill - but June was the month! My boyfriend and I got borris bikes and cycled up to the opposite end of London, and made Primrose Hill our home for the day. I adore London parks, and this one is up there. Not only has it got a beautiful view, it's got so many cute streets around with incredible delis and florists. It's a colourful snapshot into old-school London. If you're getting peckish, take a stroll up Regents Park Road, take your pick of homemade quiches and pastries, and sort yourself out with a picnic.
Camden Market
I confess, I have of course been to Camden before. But - if you're hanging out in Primrose, really you have to go to Camden too. If Primrose is too cutesy, then get yourself to the canal and walk over to Camden asap. In 15 minutes you're in a totally different place. You've probably heard all about Camden before so I'm not going waste your time typing about it. Just remember it's totally rammed, so there's no point rushing. Go and get lost in the market and see where you end up. (But keep in mind The Stables, the mac and cheese, oh - and the donuts... the donuts. OK, I'll stop now)
Unlimited prosecco and brunch food, how did this not become a thing sooner? It's a Londoner's dream. For a twist, some friends and I tried out Yuu Kitchen's version, which features TEN COURSES of delicious food inspired by south east Asia. The service was amazing. We weren't rushed at all, and by the time you've had two sips of your prosecco, it's already been topped up. What more could you ask for!
A true London pub worth writing home about. It's huge, full of character, and has all the traditional features you want it too. Most importantly, a leafy rooftop. It's a great place to spend a summery evening; and while we're on the cusp of summer, you can still book up a table in their greenhouse. If you haven't heard of this place already, it is worth knowing about. When the sun becomes more reliable, they're known to run tonnes of events and workshops up there too.
I've always been a south of the river girl, but even I can admit, north London has so much to offer.
Do you know of anywhere else I need to go and try?
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