Angela Hartnett, the celebrated chef and restaurateur known for her sophisticated Italian cooking, shares her personal shopping habits in the Guardian's 'How I Shop' series. From vintage finds to everyday essentials, she offers a glimpse into her lifestyle.
Last Treat and Food Shopping
Hartnett's most recent indulgence was a KitchenAid stand mixer, which she describes as 'so useful and always a great kitchen feature.' For food, she shops locally, favouring Spa Terminus in Bermondsey, a market offering vegetables, wine, meats, and cheeses.
Best Gifts Given and Received
Her best gift was a vintage Pan Am bag she found in a shop, a meaningful present for her aunt who worked for the airline in the 1970s. The best gift she received is photo albums made by her sister, a photographer who ensures everything is properly printed.
Favourite Shop and Gadget
Her favourite bricks-and-mortar shop is Labour & Wait in London, praising its quality and products. The gadget she uses most often is a Microplane zester.
Regrettable Purchase and Deliveries
Hartnett's biggest regret is any fitness machine, a humorous nod to unused exercise equipment. She gets dog food delivered from Luna & Me for her pet.
Underwear and Spending Habits
When asked where she buys underwear, she playfully declines to answer. With £20, she would buy a round of drinks; with £200, she would choose something from Ally Capellino.
Saved Search and Repeat Purchases
Her saved search on eBay is for Richard Ginori crockery, and her repeat purchase is dog food. She prefers green tea over coffee, often buying it from Fortnum & Mason.
Splurges and Savings
Her biggest splurge is her house and filling it with art, recently buying a piece from a summer exhibition. She scrimps on travel by cycling everywhere.
Greatest Vintage Find
Her greatest vintage find is a set of Richard Ginori plates, which she is always on the hunt for.
