Food & drink – Articles about London

It feels like yesterday that we started getting excited about Big Mamma's new venture into West London, but we needn't wait any longer. The four-storey “pleasure palace” is opening this week in Kensington and we're right to expect big things. The tasty trio of restaurants - Ave Mario, Gl...

Chinese New Year follows the moon's cycle, which means it falls every year on a different day. In 2024, it starts on 10 February and runs for 15 days, with the first day being the most important. It's the Year of the Wood Dragon, symbolising power, nobleness, honour, luck, and success. Chinese New Y...

Good news for London sweet tooths: on 30th January, Pizza Pilgrims is opening a brand new espresso bar and 'Nutella Ring Pizza Café' on the colourful streets of Carnaby. They will serve their £1 espressos and various treats at their new takeaway kiosk from 9am until 6pm, so that you ca...

It’s January, you’re in that post-Christmas slump, you’ve spent all of your money on presents, and it’s dark and cold. But LEON has got you covered. They’re giving away free coffee from January 6th and running every Friday until January 27th, specifically at self-servic...

Whilst some foodies are comfortable with a vegan lifestyle all year round, others find it more challenging. If you’re aiming to eat more plant-based foods or just try out something new, Veganuary is a great time to get involved. Thanks to London having so many options for vegan dining –...

Donutelier by Roladin has been crafting luxurious donuts for over three decades at their family-owned patisserie. The art of donut making (or doughnuts, the never-ending debate continues) is a laborious but rewarding process, and these guys know how to do it best. They use the technique of long-esta...

Marugame Udon has made a name for itself on the London foodie scene for its fragrant Asian dishes, particularly its authentic Japanese Sanuki-style Udon noodles. Menu highlights include chicken katsu curry udon, beef curry udon and more adventurous bowls like beef carbonara. The time has come for M...

Club Mexican is a vibrant, 100% vegan Mexican restaurant serving everything from tacos and nachos to burritos and frozen margaritas. They’ve served their iconic Mexican-inspired street food since 2014, mostly at street food markets, before they opened their first permanent site in Soho in 202...

Take a trip to Sicily without even having to leave London at the city's hottest Italian food festival, SicilyFEST, a celebration of all things Sicilian, taking place in April 2023. The Business Design Centre in Islington is transforming into a slice of Sicilian heaven via a Mediterranean street foo...

Nobody should have to spend Christmas alone (unless, of course, you want to). But unfortunately, so many people don't have that choice, and the big day can be when many people feel most alone. However, the Alexandra pub in Wimbledon has set out to tackle this for yet another year, hosting a Christma...

The British Curry Awards, known as the ‘Curry Oscars’, have announced their national winners in collaboration with Just Eat. They celebrated the nation’s finest curry houses in their 18th annual ceremony on the 28th November. Mayfair’s coveted Benares nabs first place for 'B...

Expect to be spoiled at Brixton Village between 28th November and 2nd December, thanks to Treat Week, offering a whole host of discounts on food, drinks and shopping. It’s the perfect opportunity to stock up on Christmas presents whilst supporting small and independent businesses, including e...

It’s always exciting when a new Michelin-star restaurant lands in London, especially when it's a venture by acclaimed chef Yannick Alléno. The French three-starred chef already oversees several Michelin-starred restaurants in Paris and around the world, racking up a whopping 15 Micheli...

Street food incubator Kerb, whose endeavours include the popular Seven Dials Market, are launching a festive pop-up in South Bank. Setting up a canopy outside of the National Theatre, where they already curate the food and drink spaces, they'll be hosting a number of the city's top food vendors, alo...

The Horseshoe in Hampstead has just reopened after a swanky zhuzh up, and they’re offering 50% off on food from Monday through Thursday until 1st December. This independently-run pub and restaurant is located a stone’s throw from Hampstead Station and has been a well-loved Hampstead loc...

There’s a new swanky coffee shop on the block, serving exquisite Yemeni coffee in the heart of central London. You’ll find the new brew spot located opposite the beloved Honey and Spice deli on the buzzy Warren Street. The coffee shop is a reminder of the complexity of Yemeni coffee and...

If you’re one of those who likes to enjoy the finer things in life, you’re in luck because London is getting its very first Caviar Café and Deli, where caviar connoisseurs will be plating up the finest fish eggs this side of the capital. You might associate caviar with being one...

It's that time of the year again, Greggs’ iconic Festive Bake is back and they're celebrating with a bunch of festive bake-themed pop-ups around the UK. The Festive Bake Brunch commemorates the highly-anticipated return of Greggs' legendary festive Bake and Vegan Festive Bake, which is returni...

Taste Film, the company that throws immersive dining experiences based on well-known films, is letting you unleash your inner finance bro with its upcoming event based on the hit 2013 movie The Wolf of Wall Street. More than just a themed dinner, Taste Film events combine film screenings with timed...

Isibani is a newly-opened restaurant in Knightsbridge bringing the contemporary flavours of West Africa to the streets of Knightsbridge, and they've got an offer you cannot miss. The £28 deal will get you a five-course tasting menu with wine for two people for only £28. It was initially...

It’s no secret that Italy produces some of the world's most delicious and eclectic wines, catering to every kind of taste. The country is home to more than 2,000 native grape varieties, all varying in taste and texture, and nowhere has viticultural diversity quite like it. Eataly, London’...

If you find the shape of a hot-dog strangely aesthetic, but would prefer if it came packing custard instead of meat, well, turn your gaze towards King’s Cross and the first proper Longboys café. Longboys are known for their gourmet finger doughnuts, hand-made with brioche dough and fre...

The Black Cow’s latest venture says see ya to the rulebook and hello to a new concept. Forget about wine pairing, to celebrate their first birthday, The Black Cow has teamed up with the renowned Camden Town Brewery for a brand new pairing menu to go alongside their succulent, Middle-Eastern-in...

If you’re looking for a place to watch the sunset in London, jump on the overground and head straight for SE15, Peckham. This trendy district is known for its innovative art scene and is also home to various sunset-scooping rooftop bars, some of the best in the capital. One of these is Skylig...

Mixologist maestro Salvatore Calabrese is set to open his next glamorous bar located in the prestigious 5-star Corinthia hotel. The award-winning cocktail legend worked at Duke’s Hotel in the ‘80s and became renowned for creating their iconic dry martini. Ever since, he’s been pavi...

London’s most exciting and booze-fuelled week is fast approaching: London Cocktail Week. Taking place in venues across the city from 13th-23rd October, it’s the perfect opportunity to get acquainted with London’s mixology scene and sample some of the best tipples in the capital. T...

After almost 40 years, the historic Battersea Power Station is set to reopen on October 14. The decommissioned landmark has undergone extensive redevelopment and will be relaunched as a retail, leisure and residential destination that is expected to draw visitors from around the world. Europe’...

Fancy a gourmet treat or authentic ingredients to give your cooking some zing? You need to check out some delis in London to find the tastiest products around. Whether you want high quality staples like bread and cheese, delicious ready-made meals, or specialist ingredients from Poland, Lebanon, Gre...

As if we weren’t already spoilt for choice with Market Place’s two venues in Peckham and Hounslow. They’ve just opened a brand new branch in Vauxhall, Market Place Vauxhall, with a stellar line-up of tasty residents serving their street food year-round. This new foodie destination...

Globally acclaimed pastry chef Cédric Grolet has been wowing Londoners with a sweet tooth since opening his first international venture at The Berkeley hotel in Belgravia earlier this year. One of the world’s best pâtissiers is renowned for his marvellous trompe-l'œil creati...

If you’ve ever visited one of Temper’s restaurants, you’ll know just how excellent it is. These smokehouse spots take it up a notch when it comes to barbecued dishes, like smoked bone marrow with chimichurri salsa and rare-breed steaks, not to mention their extensive list of creati...

If you’re planning a food-filled trip to the capital and want to know where to eat, stay and play, you’ve come to the right place. It’s no secret that London thrums with world-famous restaurants, award-winning bars and streetfood markets showcasing an eclectic variety of cuisines f...

The latest location of the Market Place food courts has revealed the twelve traders that will be offering their tasty goods in the Vauxhall arches. After Peckham and Hounslow, Market Place are opening their third food court. The group champions small and up-and-coming street food businesses, settin...

The search for the best croissant in London is ongoing. Buttery, flaky, beautifully glossy pastries aren't particularly hard to come by in the city, but whittling it down to the very best croissants in London is the real challenge. From Popham's marmite, Schlossberger and spring onion pastry to Cris...

If you're looking for a drink that's refreshing and fun, look no further than bubble tea. Originating in 1980s Taiwan, it's exploded in popularity and bubble tea shops are now a common fixture on the city's streets. Whether you want something fruity or creamy, there are plenty of great places to buy...

Restaurants are nice and all, but when you're looking for variety, affordable prices and food you can take with you to a sunny park nearby, there's no place quite like a food market. London's food markets are known around the world for their fresh ingredients, incredible variety and relaxed atmosphe...

You can't visit London without sampling a classic roast dinner, the traditional British meal that is typically served on a Sunday and is basically a weekly ritual in homes across the country. From slow-cooked leg of lamb served with ample mint sauce and twice-cooked short rib beef with dripping roas...