London Cuisine

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London food is nothing to be laughed at any more as the city is fast becoming a great restaurant city in the world. But when foreigners travel to London, they are often astounded that while the city is truly a melting pot of European and Asian flavors, most local restaurants are still overwhelmed with fried fish and red meat and lack salads, fruit and vegetables. Here are some tips for a satisfying and enjoyable mealtime in London.

Eat ethnic

London is a melting pot of different flavors from all over the world, so go ethnic. There is a lot of deals in the city on kebabs, curries, and a wide variety specialties from Japan, China, the Middle East, India, and many other countries. Just remember that London food sometimes comes with “chips” (french fries) instead of the rice you might expect otherwise.

Dine on pub dishes

A pub is where you can get a fix of local flavor. They are well-known for greasy fair, beer, and sports games on TV. In general, pub meals are hard to predict. They are sometimes starchy and heavy, sometimes amazing. But one thing is for sure, they are definitely filling and relatively cheap. You can have a pint of lager or ale while eating, if you like.

Try the London pizza

Busy town centers such as Picadilly Circus and Leicester Square teem with Italian cuisines. The pizza here is wonderful. The dressings, sauces, and even the salsa taste different from the American versions. But if you miss something familiar and want to have a break from London cuisine, you can always go to American chains.

Hit the markets

London spring and summer are the best seasons for hitting outdoor markets such as Camden Market and Notting Hill. If your hostel or hotel accommodates some space, buy few sacks of fruits and vegetables for healthy snacks. Buy only what you need for a few days. This works only if you have a cooler or fridge in your room. But you can always much on nonperishable foods.

Eat expensively

We highly suggest that you try the least expensive restaurants first before heading to the more expensive ones. That is if you can afford them. Despite the ceiling-high prices, these top-class restaurants will give you more options.

London’s radical transformation from a laughing stock when it comes to food into one of the best restaurant cities in the world makes your dining experience unforgettable. It is best to go online to find out the best restaurants that offer the best London food. With online reservation systems and easy-to-use search facilities, finding yourself the right London restaurants is a doddle.