Just above the Dorfman Theatre lobby at the National Theatre, is the entrance to the high-level walkway, a public walkway that overlooks the National Theatre props and scenic workshop. It's free and is a unique chance to get a glimpse of what happens backstage. I love popping in when I'm on the south bank, as you get a completely different sight each time, depending on which production the workshops are working on at the time.

Sager & Wilde is a small wine bar on Hackney Road, close to many other amazing places on Hackney and Columbia Road. The perfect place for an aperitif or a nightcap.

The finest artisan Italian ice cream in the heart of London.

Get on the list for tickets and surprise someone who will appreciate the 'village of books' upstairs in particular.

If your a drinker, like a good Sunday roast or want a friendly place to chill. Here you go.