Eating and drinking in London, by season and by neighbourhood. Find Sunday roasts, dim sum, ramen and Ethiopian restaurants, plus street food markets and indie coffee roasters. We also cover rooftop bars and pools for summer, alfresco lunch spots, private dining clubs and members clubs worth joining. Seasonal pieces help you plan, such as what to buy at Borough Market in game season.
Borough Market's game season begins quietly, with woodsmoke drifting from the hot food units before anyone notices the stalls have changed. By November, counters across the market carry pheasant, partridge and venison that were nowhere in sight back in July. This shift runs roughly from August to February, and it rewards shoppers who know which … Read more
Ethiopian restaurants are one of London’s greatest culinary treasures, woven into neighbourhoods across the city from Dalston to Brixton and beyond, and this guide will help you find the right one for your next meal. Why Ethiopian food belongs on your London list London has always worn its diversity as a badge of pride. You … Read more
Private dining in London has always carried a particular kind of energy: the sense that the best meals in this city happen behind closed doors, in rooms that never appear on any restaurant app. Why private dining clubs matter in London London’s club scene is older than most people realise. Born from the 17th-century coffee … Read more
Ramen restaurants in London now span the entire city, and the range of styles, budgets, and neighbourhoods is bigger than ever before. What makes London’s ramen scene special London has quietly become one of the best cities outside Japan for ramen. What started with a handful of noodle bars in Soho a decade ago has … Read more
Dim sum is one of the greatest expressions of London’s diversity, and this city does it better than almost anywhere outside of Asia, with options spanning traditional Cantonese teahouses, Michelin-starred restaurants, and wallet-friendly neighbourhood gems that pack more flavour into 3 small dishes than most restaurants manage in a full menu. What dim sum actually … Read more
Street food in London is not just about eating. It is one of the most direct ways to experience a city built on wave after wave of new communities, flavours, and traditions. Borough Market: the original street food destination Borough Market has a history dating back as far as 1756. Many historians place its origins … Read more
Coffee roasters in London form one of the most exciting independent food scenes this city has ever produced, and as a born-and-bred Londoner, I find it as thrilling as any gallery opening or music venue. Why London’s independent roasters matter The specialty coffee movement treats coffee as an artisanal product, similar to wine or craft … Read more
Rooftop pools in London have always felt like a privilege reserved for hotel guests, yet the city’s most spectacular aerial swimming spots are more open than most people realize. How to access rooftop pools in London without a room London is a city of layers, and its rooftop culture reflects that perfectly. Some hotels sell … Read more
Members clubs in London are having a serious moment, and with more than 133 to choose from across the city, the real question is not whether to join one but which one is actually worth your money. According to industry reports, more clubs have opened in the past 4 years than in the 3 decades … Read more
Rooftop bars are one of London’s great summer rituals, and the city has never offered a better or more diverse spread of sky-high venues than right now. Iconic spots with big skyline views Sky Garden sits on the 35th and 36th floors of the Walkie-Talkie building on Fenchurch Street. It opens early and closes late … Read more
