Hit the road.
SLAM
Street Ping-Pong
What: A hundred tables, balls and paddles across the city for everyone to stop and play the second most popular sport (after football, of course).
Why: Arranged by the arts organization behind the ‘play me’ street pianos.
When: Sat.-22 Aug.
Where: Various locations around London.
EXPLORE
InTransit Festival
What: A two-week culture festival in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.
Why: Artist-led tours around the Serpentine Gallery; a life-size puppet show; and The Bicycle Thieves, a theatre-slash-bike chase around North Kensington.
When: Today-1 Aug.
Where: Around Kensington, Chelsea, Notting Hill and Holland Park.
SHARE
Your Favourite Hair Product
What: We told you our summer picks — now tell us yours. Post it on our Facebook page.
Why: One random poster will receive a package of stellar hair care products.
When: You’re procrastinating at work.
Where: Online at facebook.com.
CLEANSE
Pure Synergy Powder
What: Mix the superfood formula (grass juices, algae, sea vegetables, spinach, collards, kale, berries) to get all the health benefits of greens.
Why: More energy and clearer skin.
When: You don’t have time for five a day.
Where: Online at glowgetter.co.uk.
BUY
Sam Ubhi Sample Sale
What: The Brit designer sells her eclectic, vintage-inspired costume jewellery and bags for £40 and less.
Why: Gold necklaces and snakeskin clutches complement your tan.
When: Thurs. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 10-12 Glenburnie Rd., SW17 7PJ (020 8767 5533).
EAT
Pizza East Hamper
What: The Italian deli in the East London pizzeria launches sophisticated summer picnic hampers for two (£25).
Why: Burrata, prosciutto, grapes, marinated olives and authentic Italian flatbread packed in a wonderful wicker basket.
When: Mon.-Wed., noon-midnight; Thurs., noon-1 a.m.; Fri., noon-2 a.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-1 a.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-midnight.
Where: Tea Bldg., 56 Shoreditch High St., E1 6JJ (020 7729 1888).
Photo: dusterdb88 / Flickr














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