Horniman Museum and park

I love this place. The views really are quite breathtaking and remind you what a green city London is. Also, the newly-revamped museum is absolutely wicked. There's a giant walrus and everything. I once ate a really nice omlette at the cafe too. What more could a girl want?

Meraz cafe

Bangladeshi restaurant on Hanbury Street, just off Brick Lane. It's been around since 1974 so it must be alright...

Cymbeline

This looks like an incredible production of a difficult play, from Cheek by Jowl, on at the Barbican until June 23rd.

Lunacy

Czech film which sounds a bit like The Science of Sleep in terms of its blend of animation, imagination and real life. Involving the Marquis de Sade, the 18th century, madness, and on top of all this it is a political commentary on the relative strengths of chaos and dictatorship. Great review from Time Out.

Not here to be loved

A French film about an average guy and his average inner life - which, apparently quite focused around sex. Who knew? Sounds like there are some fantastic women characters - from the 30 something school councillor to the lead guy's assistant (whose inner life is also suitably racy) - and to top it all off, it's not too long. Hurrah! Also I like the title.

California Dreamin'

Another day, another Romanian film. This one won't be around until later in 2007, but arrived in Cannes with great reviews. It's about a train load of Americans who get stopped in a small town in Romania - and the consequences of them exploring the town, its women... sounds excellent... directed by Cristian Nemescu, who was just 26 when he died in a car crash last year.

Crop

Struggling to work out what exactly this show is, but it looks good. Lots of photos of everyday life, on the walworth road. right up my street. On at Central St Martins (Southampton Row) 12-6pm Sat 16th, and 12-8pm Mon 18th-Thurs 21st... must try to go must try to go must try to go

The Narrow

Gordon Ramsay's gastropub in Limehouse. My, I want to go - I love that bit of town and this review from Time Out sounds good (although they can't spell his name right): "The first of Gordon Ramsey’s gastropub outposts is proving a roaring success with critics and punters alike. Housed in a Grade II listed building, it features a ground floor bar with outside tables for drinkers and picturesque river views. You might have to wait weeks and weeks for a table in the dining room but there’s a tasty selection of bar snacks for the impatient among us. Feast on a half-pint of Atlantic prawns, potted Cromer crab with granary toast, traditional Ploughman's lunch or cheese on toast (a snip at just £2.50), then wash it all down with their great selection of bottled beers or a glass from the sophisticated wine list. Sheer summer bliss."
44 Narrow St, E14 8DQ (020 7265 8931) Limehouse DLR.

Sun and Doves

The only reason in the whole world to seek out Loughborough Road. But a really good reason. Mark Dodds who owns this place is absolutely great. I think I used to fancy him actually. Whatever, he's got a cool pub and the story behind it is one of him beating the system of evil money-grabbing breweries, so worth supporting for that too. Has a quiz every weds, as well as loads of live music and art exhbitions.

The Lighthouse

Nice bar in Battersea. I went there a few times with John when it was Dovedale House - good garden, chilled atmosphere and nice for when I can't be bothered to go into town...

Nordic Bakery

Everyone's raving about this new bakery which can be found at no 14 Golden Square. Loads of good Scandy stuff and strong coffee. www.nordicbakery.com open till 8pm during the week, and 7pm on Saturday.

What women want

On at the Women's Library until Aug 24th - return of the exhibition from last year recounting the journey of women as citizens over the years.

How we are: photographing Britain

On at Tate Britain till 2nd September. From their site: The first major exhibition of photography at Tate Britain takes a unique look at the journey of British photography, from the pioneers of the early medium to today.

Lotte Berk method

Let's face it, I've never been a fan of my bum. Lotte Berk sounds ace - based on ballet, you choose whether to do 100% classes or work out to a video and supplement this every now and then. DVD is called The Lotte Berk Method: high round assets. her classes are in fulham and happen at these times - don't forget to book!

The Zetter

A converted Victorian warehouse in Shoreditch that has recently turned into a boutique hotel. All very eco too. Hot water bottles, music library, movies, restaurant and nice bar too. Plus wicked beds. Doubles from £150. which isn't bad for london. 020 7324 4444.