I first came across V22 because I was considering throwing an Arthouseparty there. My creative…read morepartner in crime and I were looking for somewhere to throw a midsummer-night's eve event, so we were after dark eerie corners, flowing vines that we could allow to drape in through the windows and somewhere to construct a labyrinth. While extenuating circumstances meant we had to go elsewhere, the upside is that we both discovered a very dynamic space full of raw character, which hosts the calibre of shows that have people queuing to get in, despite it tubelessly Dalson Junction-based location. One thing that separates east and west London's commercial gallery scene in my experience is this: the west end galleries' events and more formal occasions (with notably better wine); where in the east the shows frequently mutate into arty parties later on in the night; where miraculously nothing gets trashed. V22 is definitely one of the best creators of that kind of atmosphere. If you take a peek at their site you'll notice they have a strong bias towards fine art and video installations and have hosted the likes of painter Peter Jones, Artists Anonymous and even Georg Baselitz - a clear sign that they're making amazing strides for a relatively new space.

This place is actually a disused chocolate factory which now houses a variety of artists' studios…read more They have open weekends for the public twice a year and it's worth going up there on these days even if you're not thinking of buying. The next open weekend is actually next week, on Saturday the 5th and Sunday 6th July so I timed this review well, didn't I?! The building itself is fabulously preserved and none of the studios are empty. I can imagine it is a great place to work. I understand that they have recently enlarged the space to include more studios so there will be even more stuff to look at. I don't have a lot of disposable income but even I have found some gorgeous things to buy here, including pottery and jewellery. The artists very kindly put out nibbles so you can stuff yourself while you're looking at their work.

This is a fabulous set of studios, hidden off the busy Stoke Newington Road in Stoke Newington,…read moreHackney N16. Twice a year they open their doors to the public. Here's the latest one: 'It's winter time again and Open Studios are nearly upon us. There are 25 Studios at The Chocolate Factory and we will be opening our doors for one weekend only. It's a great chance to see the artists and their work, see what's new, grab some bargains and enjoy a browse. Don't forget your Christmas Shopping too! The studios are a real find off the busy Stoke Newington Road: A Cobbled yard with hanging baskets and an oasis of pots and plants set the scene for this thriving community of artists and designer makers. Follow us on Facebook for more info: Search The Chocolate Factory N16'

This is big place, perfect for art, lots of people, cheap/ sometimes free drinks, and not bad for…read morebands to play. I played here not long ago, and although the sound wasn't the best due to the big space, there were lots of people, and the art put up was greatm including live shows. I went to the dorian gray exhibition, but there are always things going on. The crowd is arty, and it is a nice big place to go if you wanna see some great art, hear some live music.

Came here last week to see the Haroon Mirza installation and as usual the gallery did not…read moredisappoint . The gallery promotes young artists and always puts on a fantastic show . love the fact its a converted church ,kind of feels like you were sent back in time to look at the future !

There is something very special about this space, you just have to go yourself to discover what I…read moremean. As a small gallery it is somewhat overlooked, but the fact that it is less crowded means you really can enjoy the work without distraction. It is home to the the Zabludowicz Collection, which focuses on contemporary art from the late 20th and 21st centuries; and the emphasis here is on exhibitions that work with the chapel space itself. Currently you can go to see Ken Wilder's 'Framing Spectatorship' - sculptural installations that reference Renaissance paintings establishing concrete ties to their location. Although entry to the gallery is free, the £5 annual membership is donated towards the interaction programme and provides discounts for the bookshop and invitation to private events. There's a wonderful cafe serving sandwiches (£2.15 - £3.50) and hot drinks up to £2.

I trekked here from Lewisham just to try the tofu bagel, to find out after I arrived it was sold…read moreout. A bit annoyed as I had tried calling beforehand but no one answers! That said the tiny, cosy place is dog-friendly and has a very nice barista. I got the chai latte and the leek mushroom vegan roll with chutney and it was a nice snack. The chai is more spicy than sweet, which the barista did warn me about, so keep that in mind. I added more agave syrup to my drink to make it more palatable. Other snacks are on display on the small counter as well. A nice pit spot overall just shame on the bagel (and other items were sold out as well and it was only around 1pm!)

Hmm what do I like about this place? EVERYTHING!! I've walked past this place for like a million…read moreyears and today was the first time I made it inside and well, it was the best decision EVER!! Armed with a serious need for caffeine, I headed inside and was greeted by a lovely friendly server. I ordered an almond cortado, which was the perfect blend of strong, but not bitter. Food wise, I ordered a salmon bagel and it was beautiful - freshly made and still hot. The salmon was complemented by lots of green leaves and a generous amount of cream cheese. Wifi wise, it's a pound donation, which goes to charity and is super fast! Can't fault this place seriously, it's my new hangout in Dalston!

This is definitely one of the better galleries in Camden, the level of work always seems to be…read morepretty high and they turn out regular shows,.

From the owner: Affordable Artwork For Every Taste and Budget. Large Variety of Unique Artwork For Your Place.read more

Really unusual selection of street art and sculpture. irregular opening hours so best to ring…read morefirst. Well worth a rummage.

Interesting and very unique art gallery and art space. Afro-Latin American artworks, mainly from…read moreCuban artists here surely offer a nice and vibrant glimpse of Cuban art and culture. Amazing vintage cameras collection, a wide range of Cuban books (available for hire) and very affordable and nicely designed greeting cards from independent illustrators. I would recommend it to everyone interested in Latin and Caribean art and culture. I recently visited their latest exhibition...a splash of colour in a very warm and welcoming space. Well done 13 The Gallery for supporting art outside Western mainstream!

From the owner: Limited edition photographic prints and fine art Affordable…read moreart and crafts (including furniture design and construction with recycled materials) Photography studio (weddings, vintage/camara obscura photography, family portraits, models/actors portfolios) Professional printing with pigments Graphic and interior design