As London's obsession with importing cult US food spots shows no signs of slowing down, it's LA's turn to take the spotlight. This weekend and next will see two new Los Angeles inspired eateries land in the capital at opposite ends of the spectrum: celeb-supported Go Greek Yogurt in Mayfair and a Southern Californian diner, Johnny Boy's, in Stoke Newington.
Go Greek Yogurt, Mayfair
Frequented by the likes of Gigi Hadid, Jennifer Aniston, the Kardashians and Blake Lively, LA favourite Go Greek Yoghurt has finally landed in London. The mission? Bringing fro-yo to the illustrious patrons of Mayfair's South Molton Street.
The base for everything and the ingredient which kicked-started the venture is high-quality, imported Greek yoghurt. It's likely to be a build-your-own-bowl situation with over 30 sweet and savoury toppings including chopped Persian cucumber, grape tomatoes and kalamata olives. At the other end of the scale, you can expect fresh fruit and berries, nuts and seeds, granola, toasted coconut and chocolate shavings.
This is an easy pick for the health-conscious, late breakfasters and adventurous lunch seekers in Mayfair.
Johnny Boy's, Stoke Newington
Julian Denis, an LA native, has officially completed his London restaurant hat-trick. After Facing Heaven in Hackney and Easy 8 in London Fields, he's now opened Johnny Boy's in Stoke Newington.
Inspired by the eclectic mix of Jewish, Greek, Mexican and Japanese flavours he was surrounded by growing up in Southern California, Denis is bringing all-day diner spirit with global influence to Stoke Newington.
It's everything we've been craving: pastrami dip sandwiches, proper breakfast burritos, crab mayo tortillas and even the trending salad which has eluded London delis thus far - a good Cobb salad, made with fresh greens, tomatoes, chicken, bacon, Mexican cheese, avocado and egg.
Since it's an all-day diner, you'll be able to swing by for breakfast, lunch and dinner, making this spot the perfect cure for homesick LA expats and those desperate to indulge in Southern Californian food culture from the comfort of their own city.