Rachel Mantock

Unwind in a green oasis and lap up the sun at one of The Resident’s favourite alfresco dining spaces in Islington

Dare to dream… In celebration of the latest issue of our sister title International PRIME properties launching, we share with you some of the most alluring home pools from around the globe

With spring about to kick into full swing and summer not long off, The Resident picks out the 10 best spots to get your ice-cream fix in Islington. From Moto Yogo’s organic frozen yoghurt to Amorino’s Sicilian gelato and Paul A Young’s indulgent chocolate ice cream, there is somewhere to cater to everyone’s taste

Manager at Archway’s Dowe Dynamics, Lucas Thomas trains like he’s half man, half machine – and expects just as much from his clients. He tells The Resident why he trains the girls just as hard as the boys and dispels the idea of women ‘bulking up’ from heavy weights 

Introducing south Londoner and aesthetics mastermind, Body Fixer’s Dr Tijion Esho, who says it’s all about the faux natural look at the moment and points out the dangers of facial aesthetic crazes that are sparked by celebrities – because we’ll never forget #lipgate…

Two staple craft spots on the Islington scene have revamped and refreshed. We catch up with both Drink, Shop & Do and Ray Stitch to find out what’s in store since their re-launches

Both Orange Tree Theatre and Bush Theatre are putting conscious performances that tap into modern struggles centre stage. The latter reopened after a £4M refurbishment earlier this year with the Black Lives, Black Words performance, while the former is reviving old plays with very current moral messages

Hackney’s Jackson & Levine are redefining dinner parties for the 21st century, while still making waves in the media and fashion industries. Their new book, Round to Ours, is out now, full of top tips and secrets that transform you into the hostess with the mostest, even on a budget

Snowmass and Aspen in Colorado are known for their snowy mountain views and great skiing, but come summer you can experience the Rocky Mountains in all their sun kissed glory, where they become a haven for those who hike, bike and meditate…

After a blowout success with his sophisticated Mayfair spot Sartoria, the acclaimed Italian Chef Francesco Mazzei gets candid about why he’s bringing real, no-frills Italian food to his local area in Angel