We have stayed at Caroline's house a few times and the experience is always great. The location is great, her hospitality is wonderful and we enjoy the area too. Check out Lara's Italian deli on Blackstock Road nearby for great food. I always pick up some of her marvellous cannoli to take home. Our favourite take-out place nearby is Roosters Peri Peri for Portuguese chicken. If you like your food very spicy, ask for the extra spicy sauce. The potato wedges are great too. Broadway Market on a Saturday is wonderful. Just hop on bus # 236. It's an experience!
Take the number 4 bus and get off in Islington for many interesting cafes, or carry on to St. Paul's and Waterloo. Or the 29 takes you to Trafalgar Square and the National Gallery. The tube and the train at Finsbury Park mean you are connected to all types of transportation.