Here's What You Should Eat If You Spent One Day In London
NEWS
By IAN JACKSON
The Full English
A full English breakfast — or The Full English, as locals call it — usually includes bacon, eggs, grilled mushrooms, grilled tomatoes, toast, sausage, and beans.
Other common items, like black pudding or fried bread, may also be included. This large yet cheap meal will provide all the energy you need to navigate London in 24 hours.
Brunch
In the U.K., brunch is usually served between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., which overlaps with lunch. Therefore, brunch is more about what you eat than it is when you eat it.
Brunch emphasizes a mix of classic breakfast items and heartier lunch items, such as smoked salmon, cheese and kimchi toasties, and sourdough bagels.
Lunch
For a sit-down experience with a jaw-dropping art-deco interior, try Zédel in Piccadilly, which serves traditional French food like herb omelets and peppercorn steak.
For something more down to earth, a plate of pie and mash — London's original street food — is well worth a try. M. Manze is favored by locals, which dates back to 1920.
Afternoon Tea
Introduced in 1840s England as a tea ritual, afternoon tea consists of finger sandwiches, scones, and cakes served on a three-tiered cake stand with tea.
The meal's contents vary, but certain elements are common to all. Cucumber sandwiches and smoked salmon are standard, as are scones served with jam and clotted cream.
Dinner
Dinner options in London are without limit. The curiously named Dear Jackie emphasizes modern Italian gastronomy with seasonal pasta and desserts.
Lanes of London draws inspiration from around the world with dishes like pan-seared fish and burgers, while Indian food can be enjoyed in restaurants like Dishoom.
