February #SpotlightOn Artists’ Maggie Li and Frann Preston-Gannon

February 13, 2019

This month we had the pleasure to meet Maggie Li and Frann Preston-Gannon, friends and fellow children illustrators as they prepare to showcase their work at an exhibition in Herne Hill. We were  impressed by Maggie’s and Frann’s desire to educate children by raising awareness of problems in the natural world, which they are clearly passionate about. It … More February #SpotlightOn Artists’ Maggie Li and Frann Preston-Gannon

January #SpotlightOn Artist Nick Richards

January 28, 2019

We are always humbled to meet local artists’ and the #SpotlightOn feature is one of our favourite highlights of the month.   For the first of our 2019 series, the January issue presents Nick Richards, local Sydenham artist and fellow Crystal Palace Park running pal. Tell us about your work? I’m a painter of portraits, landscapes … More January #SpotlightOn Artist Nick Richards

PizzArte, Brockley Restaurant Review

January 8, 2019

PizzaArte is a family friendly Italian restaurant situated on Brockley Rise, south east London.  The venue is bright, airy and welcomes diners in with a well priced traditional offering. S.E.London.Blog tells you more: Service and story PizzArte pretty much does what it says on the tin, a family-friendly Italian restaurant in south east London.  Set … More PizzArte, Brockley Restaurant Review

Toomai Square, Pan-Asian Greenwich Restaurant Review

December 16, 2018

We were recently invited to the newly opened Toomai Square in Greenwich.  A family-run restaurant that brings bold pan-Asian cooking to the heart of the borough. S.E.London.Blog tells you more: Service and Story Set up by two brothers hailing from a small village in Northeast India, Toomai Square combines much-loved Thai, Chinese, Malaysian and Indonesian classics on … More Toomai Square, Pan-Asian Greenwich Restaurant Review

A hint of Flint and a sprinkle of Asparagus – Clement & Black Wine Tasting

November 26, 2018

Picture the setting…  A cosy bar in south east London, candlelight,  enthralling conversation, a charcuterie board to write home about and an abundance of great tasting wine. ‘This is not any wine tasting, this is a Clement and Black Wine Tasting.’ As we settled in for the night at Two Spoons in Honor Oak we … More A hint of Flint and a sprinkle of Asparagus – Clement & Black Wine Tasting

Bianco43 Pizzeria, Blackheath Ristorante Review

November 16, 2018

Bianco43 is one of south east London’s authentic Italian pizzeria’s specialising in traditional Italian cuisine.  Massimo, Fabrizio and the team invite diners to enjoy a menu of carefully selected ingredients from specific regions of their homeland, bringing a true Italian flavour to London. S.E.London.Blog tells you more: Service and Story The Bianco43 team are friendly … More Bianco43 Pizzeria, Blackheath Ristorante Review

‘Glad I Did It’ Inside the mind of Ruth Ellis, Bermondsey Project Space

November 13, 2018

This week sees the launch of Glad I Did It, a creative installation by Award-winning Irish artist Christina Reihill that steps inside the mind of Ruth Ellis, the last British woman to face the death penalty. In an immersive three storey installation, the exhibition uncovers the facts about Ruth Ellis’ psyche that have never been brought … More ‘Glad I Did It’ Inside the mind of Ruth Ellis, Bermondsey Project Space

DeptfordX – A Living Visual Arts Festival

September 18, 2018

This weekend DeptfordX opens, a ten-day free festival of visual arts focused on new work by emerging local artists. Every year, DeptfordX throws open its doors to contributions from independent contemporary artists in its long-running un-curated fringe festival. This year, platform artists Shawanda Corbett, Georgia Lucas-Going, David Steans, NT and Laura Yuile and Special Project … More DeptfordX – A Living Visual Arts Festival

September #SpotlightOn: Peckhamite Abstract Artist Katrina Adams

September 9, 2018

September’s #SpotlightOn is bought to you by Marcela from @SESussed… ‘When South East London Blog got in touch about working together I jumped at the chance.  I was already a big fan of Rosanna’s work and her blog was hugely informative, especially when I first started writing about the area myself. So I am thrilled to … More September #SpotlightOn: Peckhamite Abstract Artist Katrina Adams

What do you do to help build a more sustainable, greener environment? A Spotlight On: Norwood Collective and the south London #LocalGreenHeroes

August 9, 2018

What do you do to help make the community greener? Recycle packaging and food scraps, use a compost or even a wormery?  You may carry a reusable coffee cup, or offer those that do money off a cuppa? We’d love to know. It is always good to see individuals and local businesses moving towards a … More What do you do to help build a more sustainable, greener environment? A Spotlight On: Norwood Collective and the south London #LocalGreenHeroes

Look Local – 55 East: A Social Enterprise Hub, East Street, Walworth.

July 24, 2018

In 2017, Hatch Enterprise, a charity that supports social enterprise in South London opened 55 East:  a co-working space set up as an affordable hub for the community on East Street. After a successful crowdfunding campaign, it has now launched three spaces:  55 East Studio, an affordable co-working and training space; 55 East Lounge, events and … More Look Local – 55 East: A Social Enterprise Hub, East Street, Walworth.

Introducing #SESussed Entrepreneurs Series: Nena Foster.Food.

July 12, 2018

Last month we introduced Marcela from #SESussed.  Keen to share Marcela’s ‘south east London’s entrepreneurs series with you, here is the first in collaboration with South East London Blog:  Marcela interviews Nena Foster.Food. Tell us a bit about ‘Nena Foster. Food.’ Food and nutrition have always been a big part of my life as a vegetarian … More Introducing #SESussed Entrepreneurs Series: Nena Foster.Food.

Love ABBA? Then the Super Troupers exhibition at London’s Southbank Centre may just blow your mind….

June 12, 2018

Here’s some ABBA trivia for you: Did you know that London’s Met Police declined ABBA’s request to shoot the video for ‘Super Trouper’ in Piccadilly Circus? In a ten year career, ABBA only toured for three months in total. Jim Henson’s Creature Shop created puppets of the band members. The very clever teams at the Southbank Centre and Entertainment Exhibitions … More Love ABBA? Then the Super Troupers exhibition at London’s Southbank Centre may just blow your mind….

Doctors orders this summer: First Aid Box, Herne Hill

May 7, 2018

First Aid Box (FAB) in Herne Hill – little sister to Shrub and Shutter – packs a mighty fine punch into the world of signature cocktails and food residencies. We ventured down to meet the guys last month, Chris and Dave, owners of Salts of the Earth drink consultancy opened this place following the opening … More Doctors orders this summer: First Aid Box, Herne Hill

Walking With Dinosaurs

January 31, 2019

Caroline Cross steps back in time with the world famous Crystal Palace park dinosaurs. Fundraising efforts have paid off for a south east London charity who has campaigned to build a bridge to connect visitors of Crystal Palace Park to the 167 year old resident dinosaurs. Friends of Crystal Palace Dinosaurs (FCPD) has been on a mission … More Walking With Dinosaurs

Dee-licious dishes from Dee’s Kitchen, Bromley

December 9, 2018

We had the pleasure of popping along to the launch of Dee’s Kitchen, a vibrant Caribbean takeaway in the heart of Bromley. Although we don’t generally cover take-aways on South East London Blog, we were intrigued to find out more about the family-run business offering dishes that pack a punch. Located on Masons Hill, near … More Dee-licious dishes from Dee’s Kitchen, Bromley