The area from Shoreditch in the east along to Farringdon in the west is a particularly rich seam for caffeine lovers.
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Inspired by a local Victorian bathhouse that closed in 1986, the Barking Bathhouse is a low-tech and sustainable version of a modern day luxury spa and bar.
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From the most expensive cupcake on the planet to sushi wrapped in gold leaves and sprinkled with diamonds, who knew food could cost this much.
Held in a 20,000sqft disused car park in East London, Red Market hosts some of London’s best guerilla grillers and roaming food stalls.
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Britain’s tallest sculpture, the ruby red, 37-storey Arcelormittal Orbit offers panoramic views of London during the 2012 Games, and will reopen in July 2013.
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