London is the capital city of England and the United Kingdom with history going back to its founding by the Romans. With a metropolitan area of over 13 million inhabitants it is the fifth most populous city in the world. The selections within Ignite Curiosities focus on East London, often described as the “Brooklyn of London” where much of the action has been in the past decade. Be sure to explore the rest of London as well!
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Mayor of Scaredy Cat Town
speakeasy
Enter the Breakfast Club (cafe) and push on the refrigerator door. You will then descend the stairs and enter a hidden speakeasy. Craft cocktails and subdued atmosphere.
BoxPark
retail revolution of repurposed shipping containers
Stripped and refitted shipping container pop-up mall in the heart of East London. Mix of lifestyle, fashion and cafes. Low cost and low risk. Adjacent to Shoredtich High Street Overground station.
Poppies Fish and Chips
above average fish and chips
Mouthwatering cod, haddock, halibut and chips. Locations in Camden Town and Spitalfields.
Brick Lane: Indian and Bangladesh Restaurants
get your curry fix
If you dig curry head to Brick Lane and your head will spin. Don’t get taken in by the first solicitor you encounter once you cross the great curry divide on Brick Lane. Go ahead and do your own research. Cuisine of India and Bangladesh, Curry and Balti Houses galore.
Fika Bar & Kitchen
"having a fika is good for you"
“Whether you’re bored or overstimulated, busy or twiddling your thumbs – it’s good to remove yourself from your everyday routine to relax, unwind, catch up with friends and be re-inspired.”
Albam Men’s Clothes
timeless british menswear
Refined manly aesthetic for contemporary menswear.
Beigel Bake
brick lane beigel bakery
Brick Lane Institution open 24 hours. Boiled beofe baked. Salt beef and other Jewish specialties make for old-school goodness.
Modern coffee house situated between The City, Spitalfields and Shoreditch. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea with wit a slight Portuguese influence. Part of the Coffeesmiths Collective.
PortSide Parlour
intimate shoreditch watering hole
Drink rum among nautical antiquities.
Verde & Co
intimate and full of charm
Perfect cafe to grab a snack or meal at Spitafields. Exquisite foods and chocolates lovingly displayed. Fill a hamper.
Hoxton Hotel – Shoreditch
buzzing and smart shoreditch lodging
Established in 2006, no attitude, cleverly-designed and conceived hotel in the center of fabulous Shoreditch. Dine and drink in the Grill, Lobby and The Great Outdoors. Sister hotel in Holborn, London.
Albion Cafe
modern british cafe and shop
Small cafe and bake shop, where most of the foods are produced in-house or sourced from Britain. Super charming and cheerful environs. Cafe menu focus on long established British recipes and ingredients.
Black Sugars
seductive chocolate
Mountains of chocolates seductively displayed in lovely and sultry Brick Lane shop.
Boundary Hotel
intimate spot to stay and relax
Across from an overground station on a fashionable side street in Shoreditch, The Boundary contains 19 bedrooms and suites puls a collection of amenities that includes a fabulous restaurant, bar, food market and rooftop.
Whitechapel Gallery
public gallery showing international artists
Founded in 1901 as one of the first publicly funded galleries for temporary exhibitions in London. Impeccable galleries to showcase an ever-changing array of contemporary international artists.
Ace Hotel
hipster lodging, food, drink & vibe
Perfectly situated in creative East London, the Ace embodies the “Ace” hipster spirit with a London inspiration. Many guestrooms are outfitted with turntables/abundant vinyl, guitars, lovely platform beds and bookshelves. Fabulous coffee from BullDog Edition, dining all day and supper service in fanciful Hoi Polloi, Lobby Bar, Lovage Juice Window and Miranda down below for music and occasional debauchery and surprises. Opening Ceremony boutique. Sister Ray Records, That Flower Shop, Front Desk Retail and basement gym/sauna round out the roster.
Exmouth Coffee Co.
cafe perfection
Charming East London cafe and coffee roaster, around the corner from Spitafields Market, near Brick Lane and next door to Whitechapel Gallery. House made salads, quiches, pastures and cakes. Perfect vibe and atmosphere to grab an espresso, snack or a high quality light meal.