112 - Meet Dan 👋
Meet Dan 👋
With the recent opening of two new bridges along the Thames Valley Parkway (TVP),* the timing is perfect to introduce you to localist (and patron!) Daniel Hall. As Executive Director of London Cycle Link, Dan’s intricately involved in making this city as safe and fun as possible on two wheels. Here’s his take on what’s keeping this city spinning.
1. What’s one of London’s best-kept secrets? 🤫
You’ve got to try the curried goat from Reggae’s Caribbean in my neighbourhood’s .
2. What’s your favourite way to spend a [Saturday] in London? 💗
Having Saturday’s off is new for my family so we’re still finding our groove. This may already have been said, but we love the outdoor market at Covent Garden. Hanging outside with a coffee, an enormous cookie from Hasbean’s and some live music is hard to beat.
3. Tell us about the last London thing you recommended to friends. 🗣️
This is a conflict of interest as my wife works here now, but it was Asmara Coffee House in Old East. Whenever I need a pick-me-up, Asmara never fails to deliver.
4. What are you looking forward to in London this year? 🤞
When construction on Dundas is completed from the forks to Old East. COVID-19 has hit local businesses especially hard and construction only exacerbates that. I can’t wait to ride my bike down Dundas, in a protected bike lane, and see it come to life again.
5. Who should Londoners be paying attention to? 👀
I have gotten to work with the folks at Indwell this year, and they are building affordable housing right! They focus on their tenants and their buildings are energy-efficient and architecturally interesting. They’ve got one building done, one being built and plans for more in this city!
*Looking to ride the TVP in style? We’ve got Banana Kingdom shirts available to Localist subscribers for 20% off. Visit the store today and use the code LOCALIST202020 at checkout to get yours! 🍌🏰
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