North London Food & Culture

Drink

The bar at Scared Upstairs where the Sacred Cocktail Masterclass is held
Drink

Sacred Gin celebrates a decade with a new site in Highgate

As well as relaunching their Rosehip Cup spritz, the N6-based distillery have big plans

Culture

Wac Arts celebrates turning 40 with a festival weekender

Scissor Sisters’ Ana Matronic is one of the highlights at the LGBTQ-focused three-dayer this month

Drink

Why every pub should support Ask For Clive

Phill Hoddinott on an initiative that encourages bar staff to take action if LGBTQ customers are experiencing abuse

Drink

Solomon’s Yard is back in Camden Market

Ten weekends of themed summer parties with live music, streetfood and DJs kick off by the canal

Drink

Duke of Hamilton: our new favourite Hampstead pub

There’s good food, a cosy corner or two, a convivial atmosphere – and sunny pavement terrace

Drink

The Albert in Primrose Hill to reopen this summer

It’ll be a drinks-focused boozer with a lovely garden and not a seared scallop in sight, say the owners

Drink

Italian Alley is taking over Camden Market

Five arches championing artisan produce from different regions open next month

Coffee

A day out in…Crouch End

The N8 enclave makes a lovely weekend mooch, with great options for coffee, lunch, indie shops and boozing

Drink

Junction Tavern reopens 1st February

The landmark Kentish Town gastropub is back in biz next month with a new look and menu

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