Inside: Issue 12, The Vault

Presenting the Theatre of Food – An authentic African extravaganza?

Make way Camden, for a whole new eating experience. Set to open its doors in mid April, Shaka Zulu is going to be the first restaurant of its kind in central London: an upscale restaurant offering African cuisine. Planted in the beating heart of Stables Market, North London, and funded by the businessman behind Sound [...]

Tags: Eat & Drink, feature

Read Article

Inside: The Vault

Barrio North, a 'ghetto street bar' in Angel

In the midst of bustling Islington lies the Barrio North. Self-described as a ‘ghetto street bar’, this oasis of cool remains a hideout for an eclectic number of people – artists, the after work crew and those that enjoy the laid back vibe and Mexican street food-inspired bites like the tasty Dips n Tings. Lounge [...]

Tags: Eat & Drink

Read Article

Inside: The Vault

Favela Chic: A Brazilian favela with a Hoxton make over.

A Brazilian favela with a Hoxton make over. Imagine random objects hanging from the ceiling, coupled with wooden boarding covered with graffiti art and a cool mix of skaters, graffers and hip-hop heads, and you have Favela Chic. This popular bar combines the energy of a club with a menu to rival any Brazilian restaurant [...]

Tags: Eat & Drink

Read Article

Inside: The Vault

Bluu Bar on Hoxton Square

Taking up a space alongside the shadow of The White Cube Gallery on Hoxton Square, Bluu bar isn’t attention grabbing like its surrounding neighbours, but once inside it’s the laid back vibe and cosy atmosphere that warm to you. The clientele of after work couples cosy up in sofas under the dim lighting while small [...]

Tags: Eat & Drink

Read Article

Inside: The Vault

Biazo, a stylish Nigerian restaurant in Edgware, North London

Biazo is one of those rare African restaurants that combine nice décor, excellent service and tasty food. My friend and I made our way up there on a Friday evening, arriving around 7pm. The deceptive front of the venue hides a classic décor all in bronze and black hues. The bottom half of the walls, [...]

Tags: Eat & Drink

Read Article

Inside: The Vault

Guanabara, Brazilian heat in the heart of Covent Garden

If the Rio de Janeiro carnival escaped you this year, never fear, its spirit is embodied in perhaps the best late night Brazilian venue in London. Whether it’s a catch up with a group of work mates midweek or a full on Saturday night, Guanabara delivers all that we love about Brazil. At the bar [...]

Tags: Eat & Drink

Read Article

Inside: The Vault

ACE Fusion, a Caribbean restaurant in Clapham

St John’s Hill is a slice of village life a mere 200m from the onslaught of commuter hell that is Clapham Junction station. Nestled along a neat row of independent shops and restaurants, ACE brings a melange of African, Caribbean and English fare to an area representing cuisine from across the globe. It’s cute and [...]

Tags: Eat & Drink

Read Article

Inside: The Vault

Harlem: Cocktails, music and soul food in West London

A slice of 1950s American Harlem in London, Harlem is a small bar beneath a restaurant sharing the same name serving American soul food. You descend into a dark cove-like bar with a scattering of soft chairs against walls covered in old skool era posters of bands and singers. The drinks are expensive but varied, [...]

Tags: Eat & Drink

Read Article

Inside: The Vault

Iroko, a gastro pub and grill in Brixton, South London

It was with great expectations that I made the bookings to Iroko Gastro-pub & grill: the venue looked quite glam and the menu, with its mix of Nigerian, Ghanaian and Portuguese food, was rather appealing.
Pushing the doors of the venue, my friends and I were pleasantly surprised. Spread on 2 floors Iroko is decorated with [...]

Tags: Eat & Drink

Read Article

Inside: The Vault

No frills African Club in Canning Town

The ongoing docklands development seems to have bypassed Canning Town; it’s still the grimy, industrial town most people associate it with. Along the Barking road lies Club Afrique, unassuming from the outside. The venue opens on a small bar area, which is nothing more than a drinking den for the locals. A small kitchen beyond [...]

Tags: Eat & Drink

Read Article