Eating & Drinking
What’s the story with Kentish Town Canopy?
It’s not been on Kentish Town Road for as long as you might think
Who’s going down it? The many lives of The Rabbit Hole
The fascinating history of Kentish Town’s former police station, from 1547 to its many recent dining incarnations
The lowdown on the new Tufnell Park Bakery
The owners from nearby Authentique tell us their plans for Fortess Road’s former Spence
10 surprising outdoor spaces and courtyards
From boozy record shop gardens to tiny pavement cocktail terraces, a selection of unexpected alfresco spots
Spence Bakery closes this weekend on Fortess Road
After six years on the street, it’s a sad adieu to one of its most popular stores
Inside The Billiard Factory, North London’s creative campus
This creative N7 powerhouse is now home to hip delivery service Gorillas Technologies and Le Cocktail Shop, from Kentish Town’s Patron
A Beginner’s Guide to…Yefet NW5, vegan small plates delivery
A taste of the Middle East, lovingly prepared in Kentish Town – and plant-based, too
Smoky Corner NW5: what to order at Kentish Town’s new grill
Get 20% off next-level burgers, both plant-based and meaty, at the new opening from the owners of Natural
Bye bye Costa: 10 of the best independent coffee shops
With the two big chains gone, here’s a handy round-up of the best local cafes in the area
Wing Daddies: the new NW5 delivery kitchen from Bone Daddies
Signature Korean fried chicken wings, loaded tater tots, coleslaw and bao buns at this new pop-up
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