London's loveliest shopping pit-stops: the best places to escape the Christmas rush
Step out of the crowds and into the warmth of bistros, coffee shops and patisseries - here is our selection of London's cosiest shopping pit-stops.
The unbeatably cool Dover Street Market has an equally cool cafe.
Eat/Drink: Cottage pie, scones and rose lattes.
Look out for: Fashion savvy shoppers picking up a coffee on their way from a browse in Comme des Garçons
Ambience: Expect glowing bulbs that hang from the ceiling and canteen style chairs and tables