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London? Way too expensive. That\u2019s certainly the case when you don\u2019t know where to go and just follow the tourist circuit. But those who have gotten the mandatory sightseeing over with and want to know where the local hipsters hang out should leave behind Piccadilly and co. and head for Hackney, Brixton or Shoreditch. Follow travel blogger Angelika had\u00a0experience the perfect day out through the hippest parts of London.<\/p>\n

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1. Breakfast<\/strong><\/h2>\n

For a cheap and quick breakfast, head to Beigel Bake on Brick Lane and order a sumptuous bagel to take away, followed by a coffee to go from one of the caf\u00e9s on either side of the shop. For a more copious brunch, I recommend the Foxcroft & Ginger in Whitechapel or one of the Breakfast Club caf\u00e9s. I\u2019ve had great breakfasts in both locations.<\/p>\n

“Beigel Bake”, 159 Brick Lane<\/em>
\n“Foxcroft & Ginger”, 69-79 Mile End Road<\/em>
\n“The Breakfast Club” (Hoxton), 2-4 Rufus Street<\/em><\/p>\n

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2. Shopping<\/strong><\/h2>\n

My first choice for shopping or just browsing is Brick Lane. Here and in the surrounding streets you\u2019ll find small, individual shops such as The Laden Showroom where local designers sell their creations at discounted prices. The Old Truman Brewery next door turns into a vintage paradise on the weekend. If you can\u2019t find anything in these markets, it might be time to get some new glasses. If you get a little light headed from hunger like I did, there are tons of good street food trucks around for a snack.<\/p>\n

“The Laden Showroom”, 103 Brick Lane<\/em>
\n“Old Truman Brewery”, 91 Brick Lane<\/em><\/p>\n

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3. Lunch<\/strong><\/h2>\n

No trip to London is complete without curry. Some claim that curry is the true national dish. In East London, it seems there\u2019s an Indian restaurant on every corner. A little ways off from the busy main road, the Needoo Grill serves authentic Punjabi cuisine at unbeatable prices\u2026 and by the chef in person.<\/p>\n

“Nedoo Grill”, 87 New Rd<\/em><\/p>\n

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4. Good weather, bad weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If the sun\u2019s out, head to Victoria Park for a picnic. If it\u2019s raining, there are endless free and fascinating museums to visit, most of which only charge for their temporary exhibitions.<\/p>\n

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5. Dinner<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The absolute best pizza I\u2019ve had in London was in Franco Manca. The ingredients are regionally sourced, service is swift and friendly, and the prices reasonable\u2026 and the sourdough is a poem in itself. The main branch is in central Brixton \u2013 the perfect spot from which to explore the neighbourhood\u2019s cool bars.<\/p>\n

“Franco Manca” (Brixton), Unit 4, Market Row<\/em><\/p>\n

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6. Drinks<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Right across the street, for example, in the stylish Seven at Brixton, excellent cocktails such as the Lemon Cheesecake Martini can be had for only 5 GBP. Further north in the epicentre of Hackney, the eccentric and laid back Cat & Mutton serves good beers and cider.<\/p>\n

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PHOTOS: Angelika Schwaff, Seven at Brixton, Tupungato\/Shutterstock.com, Istockphoto, Ryzhkov<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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