Bordering the west side of Victoria Park, Regent's Canal serves as a pleasant walking or riding track, particularly on weekends when it's at it's quietest.

There are very few better places to be on a summer's day than the massive beer garden at People’s Park Tavern on Victoria Park

By far the best bagels in London, they are open 24 hours and being just down the road from my flat a bit too local. It is run by a man called Mr Sammy, who doesn't muck about with portion size. It is well worth a visit especially for their smoked salmon and cream cheese speciality.

Proper old school boozer in Rotherhithe with a deck overlooking the Thames

Quiet outdoor garden with bar and pizza meters away from the busy and vibrant Dalston main roads.