If you're brave enough to venture South of the river, one of the many gems you'll discover is Battersea, a suburb that has remained up till now, relatively under the radar, perhaps from its lack of a tube station, but hey, we're not complaining! Battersea these days boasts an array of top-notch restaurants, bars and boozers bringing 'em in from far and wide.
A little jewel on Wandsworth Road
Pun-friendly bakery fronted with a small café serving generous breakfasts, sandwiches and pizza
Find a treasure at the local Battersea Car Boot Sale
For all your bicycle needs
An unassuming gelateria on the Northcote road, it does exactly what it says on the tin extremely well – serving deliciously creamy Italian gelato. The pistachio is a personal favourite, and like any good gelateria, it has a flavour to suit all taste buds, including lacto-free sorbets and even a sugar free banana sorbet! Opening hours: Mon-Thu 10am-11pm Fri-Sat 9.39-Midnight, Sun 10am-11pm
