Shoreditch Services - Locked out?

Had a little too much fun? Find yourself suddenly keyless/locked out of your home? Thanks to Ryan Nicholl, the 24 hr locksmith, you will no longer have to spend the night nestling on your stoop. This life saviour, yes, life saviour (he doesn't charge a call-out fee) lives in the neighborhood and makes himself available at any hour, night and day. So if you like myself, ever suffer from bouts of scatterbrain-ness, commit his details to memory and all will be well.

RYAN NICHOLL
24 HOUR LOCKSMITH

T: 0207 247 1600
M: 07768587960
E: ryan@cityoflondonlocksmiths.co.uk

Radical Nature

Is it possible to shift our mood on climate change? A new installation in Dalston aims to do just that.  Linked to the Radical Nature exhibit at the Barbican, the Dalston Mill has transformed an old railway line and subsequent wasteland into a 'fully-functioning' mill and wheat field, in an effort to cause people to realize that way we use land, produce food, and relate to one another, are all inextricably linked.  The origin of the installation is actually thousands of miles away in New York, where Agnes Denes' original wheat field juxtaposed against the Manhattan skyline provided an iconic image of environmentalism that will now be emulated in our very own Hackney.  The Dalston Mill is also providing workshops, theatre performances, bread-making, pedal-powered music, and tea-time talks with artists. How wonderful that the neighborhood is providing a means for people to ponder our effects on the planet!  Open daily from 2-10 PM.

Shoreditch in the News!

Hackney was recently featured in the Wall Street Journal in an article detailing the neighborhood and why it would be a good place to stay for the upcoming Olympics.  Journalist Sarah McBride does a decent job at explaining some of the best spots to eat/stay/play while in the area, and we couldn't be more thrilled to see that other people are starting to appreciate and recognize the neighborhood as well!  Although we also couldn't disagree more with her description of Shoreditch as being suffocatingly hip.  Sorry you can't hang, Sarah. Check out the article here.

A truly beautiful day in the neighborhood!

  

It's set to be a beautiful sunny, warm day in the neighborhood (according to the weather outside right now and the plethora of weather websites I check).  So if you happen to have the day off or can escape for lunch we suggest you spend it outside as we all know a beautiful summer's day in London is not to be taken for granted. 

Some of our favourite weekday green spots in Shoreditch...

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City Escapes

It's always nice to know that when the city life becomes too much, there are places of serenity that can provide a temporary break.  When these places are also beneficial to the community as well, they should most certainly be recognised and praised.  Hackney City Farm  is one of these such places.  Hiding among the urban population, the farm boasts eco-friendly practices and is a fantastic place to take children and adults alike.  While I find myself especially fond of the pigs, the other animals that roam around the farm are certainly enjoyable as well.  There is also a lovely cafe on site, serving  wonderfully prepared meals using fresh seasonal ingredients.  

For more information, visit: http://www.hackneycityfarm.co.uk/

Market Mayhem... Part 1

As you will soon come to realize, we are quite the avid market-goers, especially when the weather permits.  Outdoor markets provide out-of-the-ordinary purchases,  excellent gift ideas, and are ideal for people watching. When it comes to finding the perfect Saturday market, there is no question in my mind that Broadway Market takes the cake, located between Regents Canal and London Fields.  The market provides not only specialised food stalls ranging from wild mushroom risotto to Ghanaian food, but also crafts, clothing, and politically-charged stalls as well.  I am particularly fond of Karin Andreasson's booth, which possesses a unique line of jewelry that will leave any accessory-loving fashionista wanting more.  The cafes and stores surrounding the market are also noteworthy, and the atmosphere the entire experience provides is unparalleled.  

http://www.broadwaymarket.co.uk

http://www.karinandreassonjewellery.com

Welcome!

In the Neighborhood is dedicated to all things Shoreditch (and surrounding areas): restaurants, bars, art, fashion, events, boutiques, vintage stores, real estate listings... you get the picture.  We love the neighborhood, and we think that you should too.  To help you out, and to prove why Shoreditch is so great, not that much proof is needed, we will publish and advertise all the wonderful things that the area has to offer.  Enjoy!