A lovely indie-addition to Muswell Hill - definitley a big plus over the usual Nicolas Wine outlets…read more(or whatever they're called these days). We went to this shop a few times already to pick up wines for dinner parties that we were attending or to stock up our own wine emergency stack. I really liked that when we came here the staff was not only very friendly, but also quite knowledgeable and not pushy at all. I also read on posters that they have monthly wine tastings and wine pairngs (in conjunction with Cooks from next door). I made a mental note to come and check out on of these gatherings one day...you can never know enough of wines, right? What I also liked was they they had a rather nice selection of unique California wines, from small and selected vineyards. Definitely a plus for the California expats who miss a piece of home...

Paul helped put a gift order for me from the U.S. what made him so special was the care and…read moreattention he provided and the thorough follow up on delivery. He's the best!

There is Lindt chocolate at Deli and Delights. I thought I saw this woman from a documentary about…read moreMI6 here. I was grooving to the Highgate frequency when I stopped in here to get a spinanch/hummus sandwhich and a soy shake, This store isn't that overpriced considering the location across the street from Highgate Wood. Deli and Delights has a nice selection of Blue Dragon soup, Seggiano sauce (makers of the best pesto sauce around) and loads of expensive chocolates. I felt fabulous shopping here.

Well we're not in Kansas (or Manchester or Brixton or Hull) anymore…read more You know you're growing up to be part of a demographic where you've found a shop local to you that sells your favourite vegan raw basil pesto. (I'm not actually vegan; the pesto is just wonderful!) You know that you've found indulgence when you've found a shop that sells tea in pillows rather than bags. You know when you've found love when you've found a shop that sells organic lime and tequila marmalade. The place is just outside Highgate Underground station and one of the first places I shopped when I first moved here. The place is small, not particularly pretentious but very artisan and supplies more simple things such as a small selection of frozen foods and toiletries. I try not to come here as I do tend to raid the antipasti and the weird and wonderful marmalade. So much quality so much temptation and worth a visit.

I popped in here during a nice little walk around Highgate, and was rather disappointed. While it…read moreis a wine store first and foremost, Hops 'n' Pops does have a numerous amount of beer in stock as well. However, the beer selection was quite disappointing at the same time (I'll also be the first to admit that I know basically nothing about wine). There were some good brews available such as Brooklyn and Wychwood. Most of the items, though, were Kronenbourg, Strongbow, etc. I felt that some of it was quite overpriced as well. A bottle of Brooklyn was £1.99, which is really nothing to scoff at for an import. Yet Samuel Smith's beers were £3 for a pint - the same as/and in some cases more expensive than a draught pint at a pub. The thing that really irked me and what cost Hops 'N' Pops a star was the unfriendliness of its staff. There was one man working during my visit, and he wasn't really working very hard - just empty boxes around, dusting off a shelf and whatnot. Yet when I asked him a question, he acted as if he would rather be anywhere else in the world. He was cold, rude and never actually answered my question. I'm hoping that my experience was the exception, and not the rule. Otherwise, if you live in the Highgate area, they have some decent alcohols to check out.

Owner refused to replace a bottle of wine which was "corked" as I had not refilled the bottle to…read morethe top with the glass of wine I had poured down the drain despite buying many bottles of wine there over the last year. Not going back.

Highly recommend you buy wines from Vini Vivi. The owner is very knowledgeable, able to recommend…read morewines for every occasion, and probably has the largest range of prosecco I've ever seen. And yes, a lot of Italian wines!

I just got one thing from here but it was so damn good I have t rave about it: Sparkling red wine…read morefrom Italy. I can't recall the name because I drank it alllllll, then I bought more and gifted it to a friend who also loved it! The owner is knowledgeable, and this place might be dangerous for me if I lived closer :) . Worth a trip to check out if you want great wine!

The name says it all. End of this review…read more Ha ha... I couldn't leave it like that I always have more to say. I love this little store. It is wall to wall alcohol dispensed by a couple of Greek or Middle Eastern (I can't really tell. Ooops!) guys who are always welcoming. The store has the old magical feel of a Diagon Alley wizardry shop. They have an awesome selection of spirits at very reasonable prices. There are also wonderful credit crunch beating deals such as two bottles of wine for £5. My favourite finds are Aperol, awesome Mount Gay rum for £12 and scrumptious Desperado beer. Drinkers Paradise, you are fantastic.

If you think Drinkers Paradise is a good place to buy beer, you may be a tosser or a moron…read more There's a reason beer is in cans or brown bottles. That reason is that beer can be "light struck". Light struck is the term used when the hop compounds that cause yummy bitterness react with UV light to produce methyl butane thiol (MBT). MBT is a similar chemical that Skunks use to make their fantastically stinky skunk smell. Beer in cans block out all UV ray, brown bottles most, green less and clear none. When you approach Drinkers Paradise, it's quite apparent that there are many bottles visible in the window. I'm guessing the owners aren't the biggest beer drinkers. Not to mention the big Fosters logo on the outside to make anyone who enjoys good beer cringe. Please for the love of God stay away from Drinkers Paradise.

Mmmmmmm the smells that waft out the door when I'm heading to work mean that I'll be thinking about…read morelunch before I've turned my computer on. The sanwich prices rival the delis in the area and provide a much better quality lunch (err, the bread doesn't come with those printed grill marks...) Definitely try the ciabatta, their pastas and other goodies are all take & heat so if you've got a microwave in the office, it's a perfect place for a quick easy takeaway.

Going to this place for lunch is what I miss the most from working in Hampstead Heath. It was here…read morethat I discovered sun-blushed tomatoes. Throw in some ciabatta, oils, fresh mozzarella and pesto and I was in 'Best Sandwich Ever' territory. They also sell a variety of fresh pastas, deli meats and desserts. Well worth a visit.

I'll say it: best bottle shop in London. To start, the selection is outstanding. Lots of British…read morestuff, plenty of Belgian, a whole wall of German, and lots of American. (There are plenty of other countries in there, too.) The American selection was quite impressive. There was stuff in here I couldn't even buy when I lived in New York City last year! Lost Abbey/Port Brewing, Odell, and Big Sky are in there, to name a few. (None of these beers are distributed in New York.) The shop itself is tiny but the space is utilized to the max. Thankfully, while I was in there there was never more than one other customer. It could get cramped very quickly, I think. And what I liked the most was that all the bottles were labled with the price. (This is not the case at Utobeer.) And the prices are better than decent. Some real bargains can be found, but for the most part the prices are fair. Sure, Kris Wines is a bit outside the city center, but there is a bus stop right nearby, and the walk from Euston Street is only about 30 minutes. I can't wait to go back.

It is a great shop, and I'm fairly sure my husband would have to get grief counseling if it closed…read more Selection is very good - lots of German and American beers that you won't find anywhere else and they restock pretty often. I can't speak to the quality of the wines or anything there as I never get around to looking at them (visit and you'll understand why, amazing beer selection).

Great selection of Italian food and always good quality. However, the gent at the till needs to…read moreimprove his maths skills. It seemed a bit expensive for what I bought, so I totaled it up when I got home. I was overcharged 11 quid and was not offered a receipt. I have heard of others with the same issue (buying the same thing repeatedly and being charged a different price each time.) If you go to Salvino, pay attention to the prices of your purchase.

This place is really fun to pop by for lunch. You simply grab the bread of your choosing, and go up…read moreto the deli....The rest is up to you! Parma ham, seafood salad, and blushed tomatoes on a sandwich? Whatevs! It's really fun to go in and make whatever you want eat. If you're feeling a bit breadshy, then just grab some olives and cheese to go. My minor gripe is that is can be a bit pricey for ?? reasons; Adding a few slices of parma ham to your sandwich and raise the cost a whole pound, which is a bit odd considering the takeaway aspect of Salvino. This place also is good if you want some italian staples..pesto..pasta..italian bouillon cubes.. lov'init. I come here a few times a week. btw the artichokes are awesssommmmeee (but again..costly!)