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Launched in October 2012, EastLDN is information and events those who have made East London the most interesting part of the UK’s capital city!
If you’re passionate about the London scene, this is the opportunity to add your voice to what events are happening and which people are driving the creativity in East London.
EASTLDN: We are always on the look out for the writers, bloggers, social media wizards and anyone with a talent who wishes to contribute to this exciting new publication – content that’s insightful, informative, amusing and even controversial (We know a few lawyers just in case we overstep the mark, so don’t worry).
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Accounting for Bitcoins
By Tamsin Bishop (@TamsinBishop)
Accounting for BitcoinsBitcoins… whether you use them or not, we are seeing an increase in their usage as payment for online transactions. This has implications for... Read More »
Entering…Cotton’s Rhum Shack at Boxpark
by Chloe Young
The rain did nothing to dampen our spirits at the launch of Cotton’s Rhum Shack in Boxpark last Thursday! Bestowed with a flower garland and pointed in... Read More »
SIVU – MRI music video at St Barts Hospital
By Julia Spindel
James Page, the mastermind behind the venture ‘Sivu’ (which means Page in Finnish), grew up in Cambridgeshire but moved to London 3 years ago, when he was... Read More »
Secret 7″ at Mother
By Chloe Young
The Secret 7” sale unites music and art for a good cause, with all proceeds going to charity. This year the money raised went to youth charity... Read More »
Magma Collective: Moving Streets
Got some free time tonight or tomorrow? Want to fill your cultural cake-hole with something a bit more nuanced than the National Gallery’s latest offering? Then head... Read More »
Stunning office share in Victorian warehouse on Charlotte Road, Shoreditch EC2.
Available immediately 4 — 6 person space in light, airy warehouse conversion to share 2 Floor offices with PR/Marketing consultancy.
Nearest tube Old St, Moorgate or Liverpool St.
Price inclusive of rates,... Read More »
Street Feast comes to Kingsland Road
Embrace the foodie within this weekend (12th April) Street Feast is coming to Kingsland Road. Taking over the old Travis Perkins builders merchants from 12th April – June to create... Read More »
London Street Art Tours: One Man’s Vandal is Another Man’s Genius
By Teresa Madeline
Before embarking on this article I must hang my head in the shame of ignorance and admit that most of my artsy insight spawns from the PVA... Read More »
The Goat Race 2013
Oxford and Cambridge battle it out on 31st March to see who is the quickest in the 5th annual Goat Race, at Spitalfields City Farm.
1,300 online tickets all already... Read More »
A Night Out at the Hot Tub Cinema
By Sasha Filimonov
Under the domed ceiling of a Victorian warehoused nestled in a Shoreditch alleyway, steam fills the space as bikini-clad Londoners splash about singing “Twist and Shout” as... Read More »
Waterline Restaurant and Bar
By Teresa Madeline
It’s hypnotizing. The sound of water lapping gently as boats pass by…this is not by the French Riviera, but close enough to dip a toe or two... Read More »
Exhibition, Shop and Cafe, the eclectic Pitfield venue
by Laura Daza
‘Pitfield London’ is an eclectic venue with the juxtaposition of a creative shop, coffee place and exhibition spot, which builds a community of people interested in socialising,... Read More »
MOK A coffee art/ illustrations
by Laura Daza
‘MOK A coffee art’ is a collection of limited edition illustrations created by designer and artist Laura Daza www.lauradaza.com, inspired in one of her greatest passions, the... Read More »
Artists will see their virtual masterpieces become a reality at the Cock ‘n’ Bull Gallery
For many photographers, the digital age filled them with a fear of an unknown future after we entered the new age of Instagraming and smart phones. Photography’s most primitive... Read More »
Mark Hix’s Tramshed: From chicken feed to cash cow
By Teresa Madeline
Stepping into Tramshed is like entering a weird and wonderful meat temple. Worshippers gather to praise whimsically presented roast chicken, set like poultry crowns on each plate... Read More »
Dining at the Dead Dolls Club / Dalston
By Sarah Howell
Where do you go in Dalston on a dreary Wednesday evening when you need some nourishment or a glass of something stronger? The Dead Dolls Club.
Sandwiched between... Read More »
Fonduta: Forza Win(ter) Supper Club
By Sasha Filimonov
Rapidly ascending a rattling metal staircase as howling winds rush past, you turn a corner and come upon an oasis – a tented rooftop dining room equipped... Read More »
Business Development Manager – 7 Digital
Established in 2004, 7digital is a global digital media delivery company based in London, with offices in San Francisco, and Luxembourg.
Job DescriptionWe work with record companies, artists, brands, retailers,... Read More »
Print and Fashion Designer/ Nasrin Ijaz
By Laura Daza
Nasrin Ijaz is British Fashion Designer located in East London. The fact of being born and raised in London into a Muslim family, has given this designer... Read More »
‘It’s all a bit up in the air, quite literally” in Second Skin Theatre’s latest production Sappho… in Nine Fragments
Presenting the concept of elusive poetry from 600BC that holds the meaning ‘literally suspended just from view’ has been taken very seriously by Second Skin Theatre. As I walk... Read More »
A Moroccan Treasure/ Hassan Hajjaj
by Laura Daza
The finding of a hidden Moroccan treasure, in the heart of the Shoreditch area in East London, was a surprisingly delightful spot to discover. Is Hassan Hajjaj’s... Read More »
Jaguar Shoes / The Old Shoreditch Station
By Laura Daza
The Jaguar Shoes Collective, http://www.jaguarshoes.com, is a hub for creative ideas, concepts and designs combining creativity and lifestyle, which proposes social and cultural swap in a real... Read More »
An Evening of Debauchery at the House of Wolf
By Sasha Filimonov
I alight from a bus on a brisk winter’s eve when a cold whipping wind cuts into me. Walking towards a somewhat inconspicuous building in Islington, I... Read More »
Russ Jones & Hackney GT: Cycle-wear meets music
By Teresa Madeline
Don’t let the glittery glasses or the Christmas themed cycle shirt fool you – Russ Jones means business. This DJ-come-cyclewear-designer is on a mission to style up... Read More »
Cheshire Street launches photography identity project
By Sarah Howell
Brick lane is the beating heart of east London’s creative and cultural body, its evolving mix of businesses fuse the old with the new- vintage... Read More »
Giant Rubber Duck Takes Dip in the Thames
By Sasha Filimonov
A 50ft high rubber duck floated down the river Thames Tuesday morning forcing Tower Bridge to open. The gargantuan bath toy, which weighs half a ton, took an... Read More »
VICE secret party: exclusive access (minus the VIP)
By Heather Saul
I never have been good at saying no to free parties, especially when the fiesta concerned just happens to be VICE magazines 10th birthday extravaganza. EastLdn’s Sasha Filimonov... Read More »
Shoes / sculptural artwork
by Laura Daza
Tracey Neuls is a contemporary shoe designer with a shop located in the heart of Shoreditch, in the trendy Redchurch Street. A colourful graffiti facade makes it... Read More »
Film Review: Close-Up Films Recommend – John Cassavettes ‘A Woman Under the Influence’
By Teresa Madeline
Before you put this film in your player and press that green button, there are two things you should ask yourself; Firstly, are you feeling mentally sound?... Read More »
Swiss Lips performing in Shoreditch
by Sasha Filimonov
Swiss Lips, the Mancunian five-piece band, who declare themselves the “pop sorcerers from Hell” will be performing at the Hoxton Bar & Kitchen on December 5, supporting... Read More »
Close-Up Films presents Fitzcarraldo
Close-Up Films will be screening the classic Werner Herzog’s ‘Fitzcarraldo’ tonight at 7.30pm in the Bethnal Green Working Man’s Club. “Herzog’s epic stars Klaus Kinski as the eponymous hero who seeks... Read More »
Pig’s Ear Beer and Cider Festival 4th-8th December: Celebrate Hackney’s Brewing Achievements
12 months ago there wasn’t single brewery in East London, this year at the Pig’s Ears Beer and Cider festival there is an entire bar section dedicated to the... Read More »
Hackney City Farm: Brushing up on your moo’s and baa’s
By Teresa Madeline
So the words ‘Hackney’…and…‘Farm’ are not often expected to appear in the same sentence. Hackney City Farm is, Hackney’s – best, but not so well kept -secret.... Read More »
Orange Buffalo: The Orange Moustache Cult
By Teresa Madeline
The orange moustache is not the new, must-have hipster style for Movember. Many full-stomached and suspiciously satisfied looking Brick Laners have however, been spotted sporting this look.... Read More »
Win a Pop-Up Shop @ Boxpark
Calling all London business owners and artists! What would you do with your own free unit in London’s most famous pop-up mall?
Boxpark are offering the opportunity of a life... Read More »
Chapeau Bateau…the world’s only floating hat shop?
By Teresa Madeline
Wander down the canal and peer into one of the narrowboat windows, you may be lucky enough to find a room filled with mannequin heads, each adorned... Read More »
We will remember them…
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the... Read More »
Middle Weight Developer
Cycle Routes: Regent’s Canal Kingsland Rd – Victoria Park
By Teresa Madeline
If you haven’t already been through Regent’s Canal by bike…then why on Earth not?!
This route is my favorite place in London to cycle. It offers a rare opportunity to... Read More »
PR Executive & Fashion Ecommerce Manager posts @ Sewn Agency and Glass Boutique
PR Executive
Sewn Agency and Glass Boutique are looking for a PR Executive with a great handle on Social Media to work across the business with an emphasis on menswear.
The candidate... Read More »
Close-Up Film Recommends: Gustav Deutsch – ‘Film Ist’
By Teresa Madeline
When Damien of Close-Up films told me about Deutsch’s ‘Film Ist’, I was somewhat intrigued, especially when he commented, “I’ll be surprised if you make it the... Read More »
Urban Masters Street Art Exhibition in Shoreditch
Don’t miss the Daddy of street art exhibitions starting this Friday 9th November. ’Urban Masters’ gives homages to the best of the best in street art, featuring the likes of Banksy, Blek... Read More »
Shoreditch Christmas Design Triangle
The Shoreditch Christmas Triangle brings together a host of local galleries, shops, studios, cafes and restaurants.
There are late night openings every Thursday up to Christmas with mince pies and... Read More »
Waiters required – The Tramshed, a Mark Hix Restaurant
We are currently seeking experienced Waiters for The Tramshed located in Shoreditch.
At least two years’ experience in a similar restaurant environment and a strong command of English is essential.
The right... Read More »
Close-Up Film Library: A film lovers haven
By Teresa Madeline
Nestled in Brick Lane, among the quirky vintage stores, characterful coffee shops and trendy restaurant and bars, it’s forgivable to walk right past the unassuming ‘Close-Up‘. With only a... Read More »
Halloween Nails by ‘Illustrated Nails’ @ Box Park
By Teresa Madeline
Get your Halloween on with some creative nail art…
I popped into Box Park this morning to try out nail art pop-up shop ‘Illustrated Nails’ for a nail-bitingly,... Read More »
UI/UX designer – Squadify.com Needs You
Squadify; the sports social network promoting health & fitness for all by offering free tools to find players, create teams and play matches, we have an opening for an... Read More »
Anissa Helou
By Teresa Madeline
Anissa Helou serves up her version of a White Tabbouleh salad, while she tells us all about her foodie life in East London…
Recipe: Spring Cabbage (Chopped into slices) 5-6... Read More »
Working East: ‘The Book Club’
By Teresa Madeline
Whether you’re a freelancer, entrepreneur, or for whatever reason might find yourself desk-less. If the thought of spending another day as a reclusive hermit working at your... Read More »
Modern Jago
Free co-working and collaboration space in East London on Mondays and Tuesdays, thanks to the people at Microsoft.
You need to book yourself in so you can use the space... Read More »
TechHub
TechHub - is a great environment to bring together the right people in one place – the people who really do want to change the world through their businesses. Right near... Read More »
Hoxton Mix
Hoxton Mix - Office space, desk rental, community and inspiration in the centre of shoreditch. Your space to create.
Founded and run by Ben (@dabeeeenster) and Matt (@matte8000), the widget on their... Read More »
Art Review: Association of Photographers Awards
By Teresa Madeline
This years Association of Photographers awards brought some of the most talented photographers – professional and amateur to The Dray Walk Gallery, Truman Brewery in Brick Lane.... Read More »
Brew Dog, Old Tricks – Brew Dog Shoreditch
By Rob McWhirter
‘Say goodbye to the corporate beer whores crazy for power and world domination. Swear allegiance to the uncompromising revolution’ orders their website. But before we swore allegiance,... Read More »
BLT Deli – Big Wraps, Big Flavours
By Rob McWhirter
If you like sandwiches and you like them big, then BLT is just for you.
Positioned on the corner of Great Eastern Street and Curtain Road, the name... Read More »
Designer Fashion Sale @ The Truman Brewery: 26th-28th October
Grab a bargain at the designer sale from Sample Hunters in the Truman Brewery this weekend. The latest in designer fashion with discounts of up to 80% your secret’s... Read More »
The Rocky Horror Show @ Netil House, Hackney: 28th October
Don’t miss your chance to catch this all time Halloween time classic film in the creative surroundings of Netil house in Hackney. Experience cinema is an exciting new cinema... Read More »
Family Day @ The Whitechapel Gallery: 27th October
Bring the kids down to the Whitechapel Gallery this Saturday (27th October) from 12pm for a fun family day of drawing, painting or sculpting. Add your touch to a... Read More »
Boxpark Halloween EastLDN
On the 31st October, Boxpark will be adorned/infested with spiders, pumpkins, cobwebs and a load of spooky activities for Halloween.
The crazy-talented team behind The Illustrative Nail (http://theillustratednail.tumblr.com) will be popping up on... Read More »
Charlie Wright’s International
By Matt Stevenson
Charlie Wright’s is one of just a handful of dedicated music clubs located in the Shoreditch area, hosting both up and coming artists as well as jazz... Read More »
Art Picks 24th October: The Brick Lane Gallery
By Teresa Madeline
The best artists in the Brick Lane Gallery this week: Fiona White, Kathryn Oubridge ‘Reconfigured Dreams Series”, Marvin Hughes and Hilary Dunne. The gallery is inviting artists to apply... Read More »
The Vintage Basement
By Teresa Madeline
Brick Lane is the vintage clothing capital of London. The most obvious place to go to buy vintage, countless new stores have jumped on the old threads... Read More »
Coffee and Cake: The Shoreditch Grind
By Teresa Madeline
Synonymous with the ‘coolness’ that Shoreditch is famous (or infamous) for, The Shoreditch Grind represents this in and out. The circular building and vintage cinema sign beholding... Read More »
Allpress Espresso
By Rob McWhirter
Coffee connoisseurs, you’ll love Allpress. Walk in and it looks straightforward; simple furniture and décor, unobtrusive music and a bustling bar serving up coffee. However, on your right lies... Read More »
The Cornershop
By Ralph Harris-Brown
Located on the corner of Old Street and Shoreditch High Street, The Cornershop is one of the best places you will find to have a drink on... Read More »
The Breakfast Club, Hoxton Square
By Chloe Young
They’ve been BIG on breakfast since opening in 2009 – so BIG that their breakfast-ing philosophy extends the humble meal until what traditionalists would call dinner, giving... Read More »
Interview: The London Bike Kitchen
By Rob Mcwhirter
The London Bike Kitchen has gone from strength to strength after opening its doors in March 2012. A ‘DIY workshop where you can work on your own bike instead... Read More »
The Happy Sailor Tattoo Studio
By Teresa Madeline
The bright pink exterior and camp brand name may be misleading. Once inside this parlour of ink it’s obvious this is one bad-ass tattoo studio, in the... Read More »
Open Kitchen Restaurant: A voyeurs perfect eatery
By Matt Stevenson
Take a short walk off busy Old Street and head down Hoxton road, you will find yourself at Open Kitchen. A restaurant that roots itself deep within... Read More »
The Love Shake American Lounge
By Rob Mcwhirter
Tucked away in bustling Kingsland Road, The Love Shake gives little clues to its intentions from the outside. Bar the odd table and chair that sit outside,... Read More »
Calooh Callay Bar : Cocktails served with a twist of unique
By Rob Mcwhirter
If you’re looking to expand your cocktail repertoire, look no further than Callooh Callay Bar. Situated in the heart of Shoreditch, this busy cocktail bar is a... Read More »
The Shades Jerk Chicken Van
By Rob Mcwhirter
Blasting out reggae beats and flying a Jamaican flag, this is Hoxton’s own little 12 by 6 piece of Kingston. The Shades Jerk Chicken van serves out... Read More »
The Hoxton Falafel Stall
By Rob McWhirter
If you want a bulging wrap full of healthy ingredients and you want it fast, head down to the falafel stall on Hoxton Street. In a few... Read More »
Mein Tay Vietnamese Restaurant
By Matt Stevenson
Shabby décor, a noisy kitchen and staff that can at times be accused of being a little brusque, but delve a little deeper and you may find... Read More »
Bar Kick
By Matt Stevenson
BabyFoot is the name of the game here (that’s table football to you and I). The appropriately named Bar Kick on Shoreditch High Street is the second... Read More »
East End Thrift Store
By Lolly Adefope
According to their Facebook page, the East End Thrift Store has the following preferences: their religious views are vintage and their political views thrifty. After a visit... Read More »
The Comedy Café
By Kabir Jheetah
A well-established comedy club in the heart of the East London area, the Comedy Café provides everything you need for a great night out. Serving up food,... Read More »
Look mum no hands!
By Teresa Madeline
The sound of grinding beans blends rhythmically with the tick tick of bicycle spokes…music to a cycling coffee-lovers ears. What makes Look Mum No Hands! the place... Read More »