March 2026: New Persian restaurant

Persepolis of Peckham is opening a second Persian restaurant called Simorgh. The simorgh is a benevolent bird in Persian mythology and literature. It will be run by the son of the owners, Amir. Previously the site was occupied by the Dulwich Beer Dispensary which closed in 2022. It is five minutes from Dulwich Park (via Fireman’s Alley)
Simorgh, 481 Lordship Lane, SE22 8JY map

For all SE22 openings visit our What’s New in East Dulwich  guide

Sept 2026: Planet of the Grapes wine bar celebrates its second birthday

Planet of the Grapes specialise in upmarket wines from classic regions. They're particularly strong on Burgundy, Italy and Australia. 250 bottles stocked. Originally a bakery. The Story. Owner Matthew Harris.
Branches: City (EC2 + EC3).
Planet of the Grapes, rear of 43 Lordship Lane (entrance Frogley Road) SE22 8EW map 

2026: Jumping Bean Dulwich Celebrates its 5th birthday.

Jumping Bean is a South London chain of gifts shops. The owners are Terry & Niloufar.
Its first outlet was in Honor Oak and a new branch recently opened in Chiselhurst.
Jumping Bean, 123 Lordship Lane, SE22 8HU map

2026: Chichiraras Celebrates 30 Years of Trading in SE22

Chichirara along with Blue Mountain Cafe (which was in North Cross Road but now sadly closed) were the first to change the look of East Dulwich’s shops and cafes pre-gentrification in the 1990’s. It owner Heather was a Vogue designer and her compact shop has a wealth of vintage fashion for both sexes at reasonable prices. 
Chichiraras, 40b Hindmans Road, SE22 9NG (shop front is on Upland Road) map.