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[title]Kite Eyewear
‘This place feels more like a modern art gallery than an optician. It’s an oasis of calm and tranquillity on bustling Redchurch Street, with a seriously mega selection of eyewear ranging from everyday specs to weird and wonderful Lady Gaga-style sunnies.’ 25 Redchurch St, E2 7DJ.
Arnold Circus
‘A beautiful idyll with a very important and interesting history that’s worth looking up! It’s a great spot to eat lunch in or enjoy a quick coffee under the trees looking at the historic bandstand.’ 25 Redchurch St, E2 7DJ.
Flashback Records
‘A favourite for lunchtime crate-digging, especially the soul, jazz and reggae collection in the basement. The staff are super helpful. Keep an eye out for the in-store gigs.’ 131 Bethnal Green Rd, E2 7DG.
East End Prints
‘Striking wall-worthy artist prints and greetings cards that are great for that hard-to-buy-for friend’s birthday. Just a joy to look around too.’ 234 Brick Lane, E2 7EB.
Jolene
‘You literally can‘t miss Jolene. It’s a beacon of bright coral pink and there’s always an enormous queue trailing down the road. If that’s not enough to make you want to step inside, then just look at the bountiful loaves of bread and fresh pastries stacked up in the windows.’ 67 Redchurch St, E2 7DJ.
Smoking Goat
‘Small Thai-style plates, with a delicious wine and drinks menu.’ 64 Shoreditch High St, E1 6JJ.
Picked by Selma Willcocks, Deputy CEO / Head of Marketing and Communications, and the whole team at Rich Mix, London