Antonia Bannasch
I am a personal trainer with over 11 years of experience in the industry. I help women in perimenopause and menopause get fitter, stronger, and feel like themselves again.
How long have you lived in the area?
I have lived in the area for 11 years already!
What brought you here?
Love! I used to live in SW London, and my partner was over here in East Dulwich. When we figured it was time to move in together, I decided to move east.
What do you most value about the area/street you live in?
I love the diversity and the sense of community in our area.
What’s the one thing you couldn’t do without?
Is it ok to say “coffee”?
Do you know your neighbours?
Yes, I do – we have a lovely community around us.
What is your favourite place to eat?
There are quite a few places to eat around here, but I’m going to talk about the last two restaurants I’ve been to that I really liked. First, there is Heritage Dulwich for delicious Indian food. Then, there is 56 Westow over in Crystal Palace, which is a great restaurant with also very delicious food.
Coffee or tea?
Coffee! Hands down!
Cafe, pub or bar?
All of them – in that order. A café for a coffee. Then a pub is perfect for a nice Sunday lunch and a pint of beer. And a bar is where I’d go if I wanted to head out in the evening although honestly, it’s been a while since I’ve done that. Each place just fits a different purpose for me.
Where’s your favourite place to walk?
You’ll usually find me out and about with our Romanian street dog Kami, either in Brockwell Park or Dulwich Park. But honestly, she’s got a thing for Peckham Rye. She’s famous there for scaring out the odd rat hiding in the bushes!
When I want to relax…
I have two favourite ways to unwind. One is taking our dog for long weekend hike. My partner and I love escaping London for a few hours to breathe fresh air and reconnect with nature. The other is relaxing in our infrared sauna, soaking up the heat and enjoying some peaceful, distraction free time.
What is your favourite shop?
The Dulwich Trader – a great local shop for those last-minute presents.
What was the last thing you bought there?
The last thing I bought from there was a yellow chair for me.
instagram: @antoniabannasch
This article first appeared in the November issue of SE22 magazine.