Best spot for breakfast, lunch and people watching on Regent's Canal in East London.

The Thames is not traditionally the prettiest river but it has its moments. Here it is turning pink in a sunset this summer. Its the reason the city is here and I like how in moments of real importance it rises to the occasion. For the golden Jubilee the queen floated down it with hundreds of boats, it was an amazing sight, like vikings setting out for battle. Good river spots - North Bank Savoy Gardens, Royal Festival Hall.

Every year I take my 25 year old mini on the London to Brighton run. The views from the start line are always worth the 4AM wake-up.

If you've lived in North London then you probably know all about The Faltering Fullback and their legendary multi-level beer garden

This is my regular working place every week. Love the staffs there and the atmosphere surrounding by contemporary arts.