Food & drink – Articles about London

Just like elsewhere around the world, tacos have become a staple in many Londoners' diets, and the city's dining scene has responded with an array of amazing taquerias to satisfy all taco cravings. We've scoured the streets of London to bring you the top taco spots, offering authentic Mexican tacos...

When it comes to event catering, it can be challenging to find a company that can meet your needs and deliver high-quality, delicious food that your guests will enjoy. That's why we've put together a guide to the best catering companies in London, highlighting those that have established themselves...

Whisky and whiskey are beloved spirits that have been enjoyed for centuries around the world. In London, you can find a plethora of options when it comes to whisky tastings and masterclasses, from intimate, cosy bars to grand, luxurious venues. Whether you're a seasoned whisky connoisseur or a curio...

The 2023 British Kebab Awards have been revealed, and London took home a bunch of the honours. The annual British Kebab Awards aim to acknowledge and support the efforts of local kebab takeaways and restaurants across the UK. People can vote for their favourite kebab shop to be recognised as the bes...

For a limited time only – four short days, in fact – culinary end boss Wolfgang Puck will be bringing a taste of his iconic Beverly Hills establishment Spago to Cut at 45 Park Lane. The renowned Spago in Beverly Hills is regularly cited as one of the top restaurants in the USA and redefined Californ...

One of the advantages of living in London is having access to so many global cuisines, in terms of both restaurants and shops and supermarkets. If you're after authentic Asian ingredients and products for your recipes or you're an ex-pat craving a taste of home, there are a wide variety of Asian sup...

In the last week of April, Marylebone will turn into foodie heaven with a series of food tastings, masterclasses and other delicious events held at some of the top dining establishments in the area.  From 25 to 30 April, the Marylebone Food Festival will be highlighting top chefs and business i...

Empty supermarket shelves have become a recurring sight over the past few years, but instead of the peak lockdown era's lack of toilet roll, it's the produce section that lays barren now. The shortage of fruit and vegetables thanks to bad weather and questionable political decisions, combined with t...

Over a year since starting, the war in Ukraine is still raging, with thousands dead or injured and millions more displaced as a result of the conflict. On Saturday, 4 March, some of the city's finest bakers will be again offering up their treats at a bake sale to raise fund for the victims. Held at...

What's better than a big bowl of steaming hot, brothy ramen? A free bowl of steaming hot, brothy ramen, and you can get your fix next week at EZ 24's new instant ramen pop-up. From 22nd-28th February, EZ 24 Ramen is giving away free bowls of instant ramen at their new self-serve instant ramen pop-up...

London is renowned for its love of traditional British cuisine, and one dish that holds a special place in the hearts of Brits everywhere is pie and mash. This hearty meal, made up of a savoury pie served with creamy mashed potatoes and a tangy green liquor sauce, has been a staple of the country's...

Last week, the Brixton branch of the contemporary Indian pop-up-gone-permanent Kricket hosted its first Fried Chicken Challenge, a fun charity event in support of The Childhood Trust. A star-studded panel weighed the pros and cons of dishes by seven chefs of some of London's best eateries before dec...

It started with Le Cube Robuchon, Le Deli Robuchon's Minecraftian pastry taking over social media like it had been sent by the Borg. A new player is about to come to town, however – The Butter Club. The Butter Club – or TBC if you're short on characters – comes from a pair of Amsterdam-based chefs a...

The Greggs vegan range is an iconic — and often contentious — part of the chain's offer, starting with the holy vegan sausage roll. Anyone who wants to keep their Veganuary momentum going will therefore be glad to hear they've brought back a major crowdpleaser — the Vegan Sausage, Bean and Cheese Me...

If we had it our way, we'd be eating pancakes for breakfast, lunch and dinner every single day. Classic with lemon and sugar, fluffy buttermilk American-style or French-style crêpes, we're not really fussy. Lucky for Londoners, there are heaps of flippin' great places to get your fill of panca...

Honest Burgers have brought back their delicious Guinness burger to celebrate the start of the Guinness Six Nations. It’s jam-packed with crispy onions, a beef patty, pickles, rocket, candied bacon and topped with melted Guinness fondue cheese and chive gravy. The burger is made with pints of...

Afternoon tea is a great British tradition first introduced in England in 1849 by Anna, the seventh Duchess of Bedford, who enjoyed afternoon tea to curb her appetite as dinner was usually served late in her household. Since we Londoners love to get boozy, we took this quintessential English custom...

In honour of a collaboration between luxury fashion company Loewe and Hayao Miyazaki's beloved Studio Ghibli, Selfridges will host various themed events and spaces throughout February. To start off, Dolly's Café on the lower ground floor of the famed department store will be taken over by French cul...

Omni is a modern plant-based restaurant that serves seasonal sharing plates in a cosy and intimate space on the corner of Rye Lane in Peckham. All of their vegetables are sourced from premium, local suppliers, with dishes crafted using flavours and inspirations from around the world. They also have...

If you swing by Borough Market on February 2, you’ll be met with a bunch of school pupils selling their own soup and bread to raise money for The Felix Project. This charity delivers surplus food to charities and schools to provide healthy meals to vulnerable people around London. The soup sa...

It’s fair to say that mulled wine tends to steal the limelight during the winter months in London. Which is totally fair, we all love mulled wine. But nothing quite cuts the mustard like a steaming mug of hot chocolate on a chilly day and there are a fair few places where you can get your swee...

The masterminds behind the award-winning Opium Cocktail & Dim Sum Parlour are bringing another Asian-inspired bar to the city's thriving cocktail scene. The new bar, Lucy Wong, by The Breakfast Group, is set to open in late February and is an ode to 1950s Hong Kong and co-founder Eric Yu's fond...

Those familiar with the East London bakery scene would've heard of Pavilion, and if you live anywhere near Victoria Park, a coffee and pastry from their lakeside spot is probably a weekend ritual. Well, East Londoners, it's time to get excited because they've just launched a brand new bakery in the...

King's House is a cosy pub in Chelsea, tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the main road. It consists of a main ground floor bar, a restaurant and a secret garden filled with trees, plants and herbs, covered by pergolas and heaters for cooler days. To celebrate the launch of their brand new fo...

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 2025, it starts on 28 January and runs for seven days, with the first day being the most important. It's the Year of the Snake, symbolising introspection, intuition, and adaptability. Chinese New Year i...

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...