EC2M Area Guide
A locals' guide to EC2M
Where do EC2M locals go?
Pho House
After trying nearly all of the Vietnamese restaurants on Kingsland Road, this is by far the best. The setting is cool with graffiti style art on the walls and the service is excellent compared to other places on the same road. Complimentary tea and watermelon at the end is exactly what is needed after trying the extensive menu of pho, noodles, summer rolls and fresh fish.Read more
The Museum of the Order of St John Cloister Garden
A wonderful quiet garden for people in the know and ideal to sit in on a summer's day. Make sure you also take time to find the entrance to the original crypt, a wonderfully thematic space with tombs dating back hundreds of years.Read more
Why not explore the nearby areas of
spitalfields,
shoreditch,
aldgate,
city,
barbican,
clerkenwell,
whitechapel,
hoxton,
islington,
and wapping
Did you know?
"During the 1940s, Electra House used to house Department EH which bugged foreign embassies and produced propaganda to undermine enemy operations in Europe."
London Liverpool Street is not only a gateway to London, but to the rest of the country too.
Esin Gilgil
Shoreditch's equally trendy neighbour, Hoxton has a well established arts and entertainment scene.
Nick Batten
Shoreditch is to London now, what King's Road was in the '60s.
Andrew Phillips
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What locals say about EC2M
Activities near EC2M
Migrants (Flamenco Diaspora)
Women have been using the healing powers of singing and dancing for centuries, so much so that the healing becomes art and these women, artists in their own right. Three female migrant performers based in London explore the flamenco diaspora through flamenco, Spanish folk and Latin American rhythms. A mixed media show with dancing, singing and spoken word that will capture your imagination and soul.Read more
Desiree Presents Mmino
Direct from Johannesburg’s underground, DESIREE’s MMiNO party makes its return to London on May 24th, taking over Village Underground for it's second UK instalment. Meaning ‘music’ in sePedi, the language of the Basotho people of South Africa, MMiNO celebrates the rich diversity of sounds from the diaspora, welcoming everyone to a judgement-free dancefloor. Joining MMiNO’s founder DESIREE is Omagoqa, the Durban trio redefining Gqom with their raw, bass-heavy ‘uThayela’ sound. They bring their high-energy productions that have seen the likes of Tresor, Sonar Festival, and Boiler Room. Also on the lineup, British-Ghanaian producer Hagan blends UK club energy with African percussive heritage, earning acclaim as an electronic innovator with his sound that blurs the lines between afrotech, gqom, afrobeat, jazz, and funk carioca, MMiNO founder & curator, DESIREE-one of South Africa’s most electrifying selectors-returns after sets at Panorama Bar, Glastonbury, and a Coachella debut ahead. Named in Mixmag’s ‘DJs Who Defined the Year’, expect an instinctive fusion of Afro and deep house to keep the crowd moving till late. MMiNO operates a strict no phone policy. Ditch the distractions and elevate your soul. This is where music matters. Everyone is welcome. No labels, no limits. Leave your differences at the door. Presented by Labyrinth. This is an 18+ event.Read more
Snapped Ankles
Peter Ashtray, Giorgio Zampirolo and Mikey Chestnut make up the punkatronica, art wave dropout trio.
Underground Sounds
A chance to check out up-and-coming bands on London's underground music scene.
Mien: 'miien' Album Signing
Rough Trade East is very excited to present an in-store signing from MIEN. This unique event celebrates the release of the band's brand new album 'Miien' released via Fuzz Club. Tickets for this event also include a physical copy of the fantastic album on your format of choice to be collected at the door from Rough Trade East on the day of the show. More product information can be found HERE >> https://www.roughtrade.com/product/mien/miien Accessibility: For accessible tickets, free PA/Carer tickets and other accessibility requests please go to dice.fm/contact. Rough Trade is wheelchair accessible with step free access. Presented by Rough Trade. All agesRead more
Wakey Wakey Rise & Shine
Wakey Wakey Rise & Shine return to London. Slowly assembled together after years of “life's wonderful lived experiences” - at college, at Green Man festival, on Gumtree adverts, at gigs - Wakey Wakey Rise & Shine eventually emerged in Bristol in 2020. Influenced by the likes of King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, Snapped Ankles, and the New Wave trailblazers DEVO and B-52s. Support to be announced. Presented by Outfit This is an 18+ eventRead more
Back To The Old Skool
Get ready to take it Back to the Old Skool with the ultimate R'n'B edition at one of Shoreditch's finest spots! Hailed by Time Out and the Evening Standard as 'London's best Hip-hop & R&B nights,' this party is a must for lovers of 90s to 2015 R'n'B. Expect to hear classics from Aaliyah, TLC, Usher, Destiny's Child, and more! With a killer DJ lineup featuring Emily Rawson (BBC 1Xtra), Sandra Omari, Pavlos, and Miss Gower, alongside hosting by Teddy, the night promises non-stop vibes. Get your tickets now for Back To The Old Skool: R'n'B Edition in London!Read more
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