It’s the most glamour filled local awards in London - the much-anticipated Islington Mini-Oscars are here. It’s your chance to vote for your favourite businesses in Islington. So it’s over to you – the great Islington voting public - to wield your voting power and help your favourite haunts win their category. The categories are: Best Bar, Best Shop, Best Club, Best Restaurant, Best Hairdresser and Best Venue. You’ve got until midnight, Feb 27, 2005 to register your vote here. Below is the selection of nominations. However, if you heartily disagree with the nominations, please add your own suggestion. There’s bound to be some surprises here, as the battle begins for this prestigious local accolade. Remember - there is no limit to the amount of times you can vote, and voting closes at midnight, Feb 27. So get voting and watch this space, winners will be announced at the end of February.
2. Best Shop ? Designer Warehouse Sales (DWS) Stone Reckless Records other
4. Best Restaurant ? Lola's Gallipoli La Piragua other
6. Best Venue (theatre, open space, gallery etc) ? Islington Academy Buffalo Bar King's Head Theatre other