London has great green spaces. There are large royal parks and small public gardens, hidden allotments and roof terraces. Each one has its own identity and characteristics and everyone has their favourite. In summer they become extensions of people homes, you see girls sunbathing from 9 am and the endless picnics mean you can eat 3 meals a day in the park. My favourites - St James Piccadilly Gardens, Hyde Park, Barbican Conservatory.

Beautiful gallery just off Bermondsey St, I've never been disappointed by what I've seen at White Cube

One or two screenings a day, a few days a week; less is more at Close Up. The library is a great resource too, for work or pleasure.

Leila McAlister's grocery shop and café off Arnold Circus, Shoreditch. You can find the best of everything, from jars of horseradish to eggs and croissants.

Excellent Turkish bakery. I highly recommend their £2 gözleme.