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Lahore One Serves the best Pindi Chole Channa in Town

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It may sound hard to believe. But Lahore One Serves the best Pindi Chole Channa in Town. If you are a food lover you are up for a treat. You have to check this place out for its scrumptious Pindi Chole Channa a chickpea dish made with Indian/Pakistani herbs and spices.

Are you a foodie? Trust me when it comes to good food, London has so many good places to visit. And if you like Asian food, especially Indian and Pakistani. Your taste buds only going to savour the delicacies London city has to offer.

London Food Scene

London has a fabulous mix of cultures. And the London Food scene is a must-try for tourists as well as locals alike. You name from roasts, pizzas, pasta, dumplings, curries, Paella, noodles etc. London has it all. While there are more than 350 plus Michelin-star restaurants in London. You have a wide variety of food choices to savour. If you are really looking for the best of the best Michelin-star restaurants will have you covered while you are in London be it breakfast, lunch, tea time or dinner. London has more than 30 Indian cuisine Michelin star restaurants. As we are on the topic of talking Indian/Pakistani cuisine in London Lahore one may not be that posh, or will have the greatest of the services. But what makes Lahore one at a commercial road stand out is the quality of the food and the famous Pindi Chole Channa.

Pindi Chole Channa and Lamb Kebabs
Pindi Chole Channa and Lamb Kebabs

Lahore One Restaurant

I have been to Lahore One Restaurant many times when I lived in London and whenever I visited London. Lahore One serves the best Pindi Chloe Channa and Methi Chicken in town without a shadow of a doubt. The dishes prepared by them have been unchanged ever since they started operating in London 37 years ago.

Lahore One is always the place I would surely go for lunch at least once when I am in London. The restaurant itself is not very big and not very fancy. All it offers is genuine good food. Not all dishes served are groundbreaking either. Sometimes the service may also be average. But all you have to consider is that the food made and served here is made with love and some dishes are really worth more than what they ask for. Pindi Chole channa can really give Michelin-star Indian hotels there a run for their money. The best part is that the food prepared in Lahore One is not made with tonnes of spices its generous and made with a delicate combination of selected rich herbs and spices.

Lahore One Restaurant commercial Road London
Lahore One Restaurant Commercial Road London

Lahore One Restaurant Menu

The menu of Lahore One restaurant is pretty generous and focuses on Charcoal Tandoor dishes. They have various other good dishes as well like seek kebabs, lamb tikka, karahai chicken, karahai gosht to name some of the mouth-watering dishes they make. They have delicious Indian kheer as well which is made of rice and milk.

To check the detailed Lahore One restaurant menu you check it here.

What makes Pindi Chole Channa so tasty?

The pindi Chole or Channa are made every day at Lahore one restaurant. Pindi Chole or Channa are made of Chickpeas cooked with Indian herbs and spices. And garnished with fresh ginger and coriander leaves. The Channa is cooked so well that when you bite on them they simply melt in your mouth. You must try them with Roti (Indian bread) or with Garlic Naan.

You can also have the pindi chole channa with chicken tikka or lamb tikka roll. Simply add delicious flavour to the rolls. Wanted to highlight that Pindi Chole channa is not for people who are cautious about ghee and butter. Because the Pindi Chole channa are almost fried in desi ghee butter to give that intense delicious flavour.

I would suggest you order Pindi Chole Channa with Roti/Garlic Naan and Methi Chicken Karahai. For starters, you can have lip-smacking lamb kebabs too. The combination of Pindi chole channa with mint raitha they serve with onion and lettuce salad is heavenly.

pindi chole channa lahore one london
Pindi Chole Channa Lahore One London
pindi chole channa chicken karahai pilau rice karahai gosht
Pindi Chole Channa, Chicken Karahai, Pilau Rice, Karahai Gosht

Lahore One Restaurant Location

Lahore One restaurant is located on the east side of London at Commerical Road. They have been in business for more than 37 years and going strong. Following are the google map location and address details for you to contact and book your table.

Address: 218 Commercial Rd, London E1 2JT, United Kingdom

Website: https://lahoreone.co.uk/

Phone number: +44 20 7791 0112

lahore one restaurant london
Lahore One Restaurant London

Final Words on the Lahore One Commerical Road

The place has been serving traditional Indian Pakistani food for decades. The food is good value for money and the people are warm and decent service. All in all, if you are around in East London, we suggest going to Lahore One for a quick bite and enjoying a delicious lunch of Pindi Chole Channa.

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Camden Vegan Food Tour

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What’s better than a radical history tour of one of London’s most iconic districts, Camden? One with food on it?! Your guide will take you on a lip-smacking delicious food trip through Camden Town, mixing local history with the best vegan eats the city has to offer!

Rise of the Vegan Food in the UK

With a seemingly ever-expanding range of vegan dishes and delicacies in restaurants and increasing awareness and acceptance in the UK, modern vegan life awareness is booming. Gone are the days of bland veggie sausages, ordering undressed side salads while eating out and drinking black coffee for lack of non-dairy milk. after having all, still, yearning to have more greasy fried food. Vegan food consumption is on the rise as per the survey done by Appinio, staggering 63.5% of Brits bought vegan food items in 2021.

This Vegan food tour will not disappoint you and rest assured the best of the vegan restaurants are tested by our guide before making them part of the tour. You are in safe hands 🙂

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vegan barbacoa quesadillas and taquitos
Vegan Barbacoa Quesadillas and Taquitos

Highlights of the Vegan Food Tour

  1. The tour starts at the heart of Camden Town
  2. The guide will take you to several eateries, eating various types of vegan food.
  3. Vegan Chinese (the offering will vary depending on group size, but you will typically sample 2-3 dishes, for example, steamed bao, dumplings, and Peking “duck”)
  4. Vegan fried “fish”
  5. The original (and best!) vegan fried chicken
  6. Vegan Mexican, typically two different items from the following: award-winning Barbacoa quesadillas, FauxRizo empanadas, tacos, taquitos
  7. Freakshake or diner-style dirty dessert
  8. Surprise sweet treat…
vegan dumplings
Vegan Dumplings

Camden Vegan Food Tour Itinerary

  • Camden Market -We will walk through the famous Camden Market on our trip through vegan foodie heaven!
  • Camden Town – Our food tour takes us through one of London’s most alternative neighbourhoods – Camden Town
  • Camden Locks Canalside – The Lock Market is definitely the buzziest area in Camden! Besides food, we’ll also pass by the famous Cyberdog store and the Amy Winehouse statue.

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Vegan Freakshake

Duration of the Tour

The tour is available 6 days a week. The tour lasts approximately 2.5-3 hours.

Meeting Point and Start Time

Jazz Cafe, 5 Parkway, London NW1 7PG, UK
Meet your guide outside the Jazz Cafe Club on Parkway. Look for the pink and white “Rebel Tours” umbrella

Start Time: 1.30 PM

End Point

After eating delicious food and exploring a bit of the Camden market the tour ends at the Camden Lock Market.

Camden Lock Market, London NW1 8AF, UK

 

camden lock
Camden Lock

Additional Information about the Tour

  • Tour runs with a minimum of 2 people (pre-booking essential, we cannot take walk-ups)
  • The menu is subject to change, depending on the availability
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult
  • Drinks are not included in this tour
  • We regret that we cannot accommodate gluten-free. If you have any other allergies or dietary restrictions, please contact us before booking your ticket, so that we can check whether or not we can accommodate you.
  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  • Near public transport which is Camden Town Underground. you can also take the bus to reach the meeting point
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travellers can participate
  • Service animals allowed
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travellers at a time.
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Camden Punks not dead Flag

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Camden Lock Bridge

We have covered here the best Vegan Restaurants in London for your appetite. Vegan seen has been on the rise in the UK and surely vegan food is at par now when it comes to taste.

Cancellation Policy

  • You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid unfortunately will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Royal High Tea at Kensington Palace Tour

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Experience the original Royal High Tea at Kensington Palace tour. Enjoy traditional sandwiches, cakes & scones on the grounds of the Palace by the Diana Statue. First, we stroll around Kensington Gardens & learn of its long history. Furthermore, we will see the beautiful gardens Albert created for his wife Queen Victoria & take in the spectacular views as we approach the Palace where Prince Harry and William grew up. We will then experience the full splendour of High Tea on the Palace grounds and give you personal insights into the royal family and the fascinating history of Britain’s national drink and the ceremony of afternoon tea.

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About British High Tea

High tea is a classically British thing, and there are few places better to enjoy this cultural experience than Kensington Palace, Kensington Gardens, London W8 4PX. With this regal outing, you enjoy high tea as it’s meant to be: savour on sandwiches, taste cakes and scones, and stroll through the palace grounds once you’re done. With your guide, you learn about Hyde Park, see gardens created by Prince Albert, and hear the history of Britain’s favourite beverage.

  • Enjoy high tea, snacks, and a tour with this Kensington Palace experience
  • Uncover culture as you learn about traditional afternoon tea from your guide
  • Get the royal treatment—snacks, tea, and Kensington Gardens stroll included
  • Avoid getting lost with a guide to escort you from Queensway Station.
  • Duration of the tour – 2 hours approx.

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kensington palace afternoon tea
Kensington Palace Afternoon Tea

Royal High Tea at Kensington Palace Tour Itinerary

  1. Meet at Queensway underground station – We will meet you outside the Queensway Underground Station. Please wait outside the station at the entrance (not the exit) next to the red phone box and red post box.
  2. Kensington Gardens – We stroll through the gardens and your guide will outline the history of Hyde Park from 1066 to the current day. We will see the beautiful gardens Prince Albert created for his wife Queen Victoria and take in the spectacular views as we approach the Palace where Prince Harry and William grew up whilst also discovering the statue of their late mother, Princess Diana, which stands in the mesmerizing sunken garden.
  3. Italian Gardens – We will discover the site with historical insights further
  4. Round Pond – During the stroll through Kensington Gardens, learn about its royal history.
  5. Kensington Palace – Afterward, sit down and enjoy a selection of Sandwiches, cakes, tea, and coffee in Kensington Pavilion opposite Diana’s memorial garden. This tour does not include entry to Kensington Palace.

Duration of the Tour – 2 hours Approx.

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Beautiful Princess Diana Memorial Garden
Beautiful Princess Diana Memorial Garden

What’s Included in the Royal High Tea Tour

  • Tea at the Pavilion of Kensington Palace – Next to the Palace
  • Sandwiches, cakes and scones to select from
  • Fun Knowledgable Guide
  • Private Transport (Not Included)
  • Entry to the Kensington Palace (Not Included)
union jack pastry muffins at kensington palace high tea
Union Jack Pastry Muffins at Kensington Palace High Tea

Meeting Point and Pickup

Meeting point

Queensway tube station London, UK Open in Google Maps below:

IMPORTANT: WE ONLY MEET AT THE MEETING POINT Queensway Tube Station – We meet outside of Queensway Underground Station – There is only 1 Entrance (Next to the Chinese Restaurant) – Please wait outside the station (next to the red phone box)

The endpoint of the Tour

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Other useful notes to keep in mind

  • Duration of the Tour – 2 hours approx.
  • All Food and Beverage Service includes Service Charge.
  • The tour itself does not include any gratuities and is entirely at your discretion.
  • Alcohol is not included.
  • A drinks menu is available when you visit for a supplementary cost.
  • The Palace Tea Room can be closed at short notice.  In these rare cases, we arrange for High Tea in a prestigious alternative venue.
  • All our experiences are LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for those that find walking difficult
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers

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Hope you enjoy this magnificent High tea tour. The palace not only looks stunning but the stroll around the garden is magical.  It is indeed an experience worth going with a special one or with family. Finally, check out our tours to enjoy exemplary London tours.

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Birthday Celebration Dinner Cruise on the Thames River

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We all gathered in London to celebrate my dad’s birthday celebration dinner cruise on the Thames River this July 2022. We heard a lot about it and wanted to celebrate this occasion on the Thames River cruise. It is a fantastic place to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries etc. I booked the tickets for 6 of us from Viator which was the London Dinner cruise on the Thames River. My wife and I travelled from Tallinn, Estonia and my mom, brother and his wife travelled from New Delhi, India.

It was a special occasion, as it is very rare that we are able to gather all in London after so long. Especially due to Covid restrictions lasting 2 years. It has been a rough time for friends and family to gather. So here we are at the Westminster Pier sharp by 6.30 pm. Even though our cruise will start by 7 pm. We wanted to make sure that we reach in time and in case of any issues with finding the cruise we have ample time to go to the right place.

Dinner Cruise Starting Point

We had to reach the departure point which was: Westminster Pier, Victoria Embankment, London SW1A 2JH, UK. See the map below.

At the entry which was the boarding point gate, we walked along and were greeted by the ticket checker. we had our London Dinner cruise on the Thames River in hand. Also, Viator sent us a mail where we can add the ticket to the Apple wallet as well.

Dinner cruise starting point
Dinner Cruise Starting Point

We waited in the waiting area to post our ticket check. And we were called to get inside the cruise in like another 10 minutes or so. I was super excited to see the Thames River, Lastminute.com London Eye, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. We were asked to queue and we entered the cruise and were given a table for six next to the window. The fantastic view around, while the cruise was a little wobbly.

4 Course Meal Experience at Dinner Cruise

We sat for a while and the background music started playing. The cruise was moving along and we crossed London Eye, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, Tower Bridge, and Canary Wark. While enjoying the London city views. The Food service started and we were first served some drinks. We had the option of having alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. By default, they were serving Sparkling wine.

Bread, butter and Salad for Starters

we were served Bread, butter, and Salad, as we opted for the vegetarian option when we were booking for the cruise. Just want to highlight that please do make sure that when you are doing your booking, please share your food choice i.e. vegetarian, non-vegetarian and any allergies in advance. When you are placing your booking you will be asked about your food preferences.

salad and bread with welcome drink for starters
salad and bread with a welcome drink for starters

Vegetarian Artichokes Lasagne for the main course

had Lasagne Of Artichokes, Spinach And Sauté Of Mixed Mushrooms, and Goats Cheese (V), Served With Seasonal Vegetables. The meal was delicious and was enough for one person. We ordered some wine. It was overall a good combination of food and drink.

lasagne of artichokes at Thames river dinner cruise
lasagne of artichokes at Thames River dinner cruise

Chocolate Truffle cake for Dessert

Finally, we reached the dessert and we got white, Dark And Milk Chocolate Truffle Cake (V) Served With A Raspberry Coulis. The dessert was too big for my wife, so we said we want only one. And my mother knowing diabetic, asked for tea for her instead.

After dessert, we all had the option of coffee, or tea as a palate cleanser.

I wished we had a cake as well, would have been awesome to cut it on the cruise, but we completely forgot about it. Anyways, overall the meal was delicious and all six of us enjoyed it.

Chocolate Truffle Cake at Thame Dinner Cruise
Chocolate Truffle Cake at Thame Dinner Cruise

Live performance at the Cruise

There was nice celebration-related music all the time in the background. After our meals, there was a live performance and the anchor was asking everyone to share the reason for their visit to come to the dinner cruise today. The majority of the people were celebrating their birthdays or anniversaries. The anchor came to us and asked us as well, we shared it was our dad’s birthday. So everyone gave a round of applause and wished him a happy birthday.

Live performance at the Cruise
Live performance at the Cruise

The whole cruise was full of positive vibes and everyone enjoyed it. We all started dancing later and took loads of pictures of all of London’s iconic buildings. As the festive time of the year is approaching you can also book the Christmas Dinner Party Cruise to have fantastic Christmas celebrations with your friends, office colleagues and family.

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From Westminster Pier to HMS Belfast and Back

The cruise started from Westminster Pier and we were taken through beautiful London Icons like:

  • Westminster Pier
  • London Eye
  • Shakespeare Globe Theatre
  • Tower Bridge
  • Canary Warf
  • Tower of London
  • The Shard
  • Sea Life London Aquarium
  • St Pauls Cathedral
  • HMS Belfast
  • Canary Wark
  • Cutty Sark
  • O2 Arena
  • Old Royal Naval College

Overall Experience at Thames River Dinner Cruise

It was a fantastic place to celebrate a birthday or any occasion you want to make it special. We enjoyed the food, live music, and ambience set on the cruise. The duration of the cruise is less than 3 hours or so. It is a perfect place for any celebration. We enjoyed our time and at the end of the day when you have your family the time always becomes enjoyable and amazing.

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Restaurants in London you should visit

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London is a multi-cultured city and it would be obvious to assume that the food here would be multi-cultured too. Don’t worry we have got this covered. Well, it is indeed right; the food variety available in London’s restaurants is mind-bogglingly diverse and lip-smacking delicious. From Japanese to American, all types of exotic food and wines are available in this diverse city. There is a concentration of restaurants at some places, like Brick Lane for Asian basically Bengali cuisine, Covent Garden for British, Italian, Thai food, Marble arch, and Shaftsbury Avenue to name a few. Belgravia is also a famous place for British food.

Restaurants in London you should visit

One of the most famous restaurant chains in the city of London is Gordon Ramsey. Gordon Ramsey has about 12 restaurants in London. The most famous one of them all is Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in Chelsea. The other most famous restaurant in London is the Pétrus by Gordon Ramsay, Knightsbridge, which is well known by British and Hollywood celebrities. When they visit the city they go to the hippest places in town and they prefer the Ivy and restaurants like J. Sheekey, Nobu Berkeley, Sketch, Yauatcha, Murano, Restaurant Story, Blacklock, Decimo, Needoo, Llewelyn’s, C London, China Tang, 14 Hills to name a few. The restaurants serve the finest wine and spirits in town with, exquisite food and imports.

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14 Hills London, Fenchurch St

Dining at altitude is nothing new in the City of London, nor are restaurants aiming to appeal to a changing audience of diners and drinkers, better to appeal to a transient crowd of locals in search of kinship and tourists on the lookout for a new eyrie from which to enjoy the capital. That said, 14 Hills stands out. Here’s why: it sits directly below the new public garden atop 120 Fenchurch Street, a destination in its own right for which 14 Hills serves as the perfect accompaniment. Comprising a deli, bar and dining room, it offers food-to-go between 9-5 weekdays, lunch and dinner until 10.30 pm Monday to Saturday, with a bar that quietly rocks until the early hours. A spectacular spot for all those looking to celebrate in style, or simply gawp at London’s ever-changing skyline. Bill Prince 120 Fenchurch St, London EC3M 5BA. 14hills.co.uk

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If you are always looking for discounts on fine dining in London, The Gourmet Society offers discounts on more than 1,000 restaurants in London. You can avail 50% discount on your dining bill when you become a member of The Gourmet Society. So why wait Click on the image below and enjoy a great dining experience in London for half the price.

The Drunken Monkey Shoreditch, London

Travellers who are coming to have an awesome time in London shall go to the central London restaurants. Noticeably the east end of London is also getting popular among the tourist for places like Shoreditch. The Drunken Monkey is one great food joint where you can have your palette full of mouth-watering Dim Sum. You can enjoy some award-winning drinks in this chick Chinese theme setting that will welcome your appetite and meet your eyes.

The Drunken Monkey Shoreditch, London
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Bateaux London

Bateaux London serves a delicious set menu for each of our dining experiences. Our flavour combinations, expertly crafted by our dedicated Head Chef, celebrate British cooking at its finest. Expect fresh ingredients, seasonal produce and great food when you dine at London’s favourite floating restaurant.

Bateaux London’s fleet includes two handsome boats, River Room and Glass Room, specially designed for dining and celebrating on the water. With an experienced captain at the helm, our boats sail for lunch and dinner. You can also arrange to hire a room or the whole boat for your event. River views come as standard on every sailing.

Alternatively, sail away from the crowds. Protected from the elements but enveloped by nature. Windsor is only around 20 miles from Central London but feels a world apart. Windsor Castle, the longest-occupied palace in Europe, commands this beautiful stretch of the Thames. The history of the river is narrated as you sail.

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Historical Pub Walking Tour of London

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Experience a Historical Pub Walking Tour of London on this afternoon pub crawl. Accompany your guide on a fun and educational tour in and around the city, where you’ll visit at least four historic pubs and taste different brews (own expense). Pop into centuries-old ale houses, see literary haunts favoured by writers like Charles Dickens and learn about local drinking culture through the ages.

Walking Tour Highlight:

  • Visit four traditional London pubs in London Bridge, the City of London, Fleet Street, and Holborn
  • Discover what a real London pub looks like on a visit to an alehouse in Blackfriars
  • Sit down in a pub once frequented by Charles Dickens and Arthur Conan Doyle
  • Small-group tour with a maximum of 14 people ensures a more personalised experience
  • Duration of the Tour – 3 to 4 hours Approx.
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Enjoy a drink at Blackfriar Art Nouveau Pub London

What’s Included in the Pub Walking Tour

  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

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Departure & Return

Departure Point

30 Newgate St, London EC1A 7HL, UK. Please check below for the Google map. Your guide will see you outside Cafe Nero on Panyer Alley.

Departure Time

2:00 PM

Return Details

Kingsway, Holborn, London WC2B 6AA, UK

What To Expect from the Tour

Your afternoon pub tour begins at St. Paul’s, where you will meet your guide and set off for the first stop of your tour. As you walk, check out city attractions like St. Paul’s Cathedral and the bustling Fleet Street. Pass the site of a Shakespearean playhouse, then pop into the Art Nouveau Pub at Blackfriars for a drink. Grab a pint (own expense) and enjoy colourful stories from this neighbourhood’s banking community.

London Pub Tour
London Pub Tour

Next, head down Fleet Street, flush with pubs and gin palaces to service the journalists and literary greats of the day. Stop at a proper London boozer for a civilised drinking experience. Buy yourself a delicious local ale (or two), admire the authentic medieval decor, and enjoy the buzz as regulars and newcomers fill up the wooden tables surrounding the horseshoe bar.

Continue along Fleet Street, the former stomping grounds of Charles Dickens, who once resided in Furnival’s Inn (now Holborn Bars). Visit a 17th-century pub that was a favourite of Dickens and fellow writers Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Alfred Lord Tennyson. Sip on a delicious beer and cider (not included) and soak up the literary history of the place.

Your tour ends at the edge of Covent Garden with plenty of time (and insider information) to continue the fun at another local pub. Don’t miss out on this great weekend tour. Quench your thirst this summer, and enjoy a historical pub walking tour of London.

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Itinerary of the Pub Tour

Pass By: St. Paul’s Cathedral

Enjoy fine views and the quirky history of the area.

Stop At: Blackfriars Bridge

Visit London’s finest art nouveau pub

Duration: 15 minutes

Admission Ticket Free

Pass By: St Bride’s Church

Hear the tale of the “Wedding Cake” church

Pass By: Fleet Street

Explore the “street of shame” and visit a number of historic pubs

Pass By: Dr Johnson’s House

See the home of the famous wordsmith and meet his favourite cat Mr Hodge

Pass By: Prince Henry’s Room

See a building dating to 1610 and the gateway to the Knight’s Templar

Stop At: The Old Bank of England Pub

See London’s finest banking hall, and now a pub

Duration: 20 minutes

Admission Ticket Free:

Pass By: Royal Courts of Justice

Listen to the legal tales and enjoy the majestic architecture

Pass By: Lincoln’s Inn

See London’s oldest tailor and traverse the heart of legal London.

Pass By: Sir John Soane’s Museum

Be inspired to return to this exquisite collection.

Stop At Princess Louise We sometimes stop for a drink in this fine Victorian gin palace-style watering hole.

Duration: 20 minutes

Admission Ticket Free

Pass By: Covent Garden

We finish our walk on the edge of Covent Garden with more pubs and restaurants a short walk away.

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Additional Tour Info:

  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  • The minimum age is 18 years
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travellers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travellers

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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London Tourists Attractions and Restaurants are Opening – COVID-19

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From 4th July London is opening its doors to tourists. Many see the move as caution. Many still think it’s the right move. We all need to make sure that we take all the right precautions while moving around within London or coming to London for holidays, tourism, and family meetings after more than 3 months of COVID-19 lockdown. London will never be the same, as some say. But we need to support our businesses and kick-start the tourism economy with caution.

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London tourist Attractions Opened and opening up – 10th July 2020

London’s top attractions are allowed to open their gates to tourists from around the world and within the UK. Despite the new ruling, some of the attractions are still closed namely The British Museum, National History Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum and Science Museum.

The National Gallery opened on the 8th of July, the Tower of London on the 10th of July, and Tate Britain and Modern will open on the 27th of July. Each one of London’s attractions has to follow strict pandemic rules and make sure all the places are sanitised and every public entrant needs to be thermally tested before entering the premises.

Londoners are urged to become Tourists – Sadiq Khan

Londoners are urged by the government (Sadiq Khan) to become tourists in their own city to support COVID-19 recovery. The city has been massively hit by the pandemic. And everyone dreads a long painful recovery for local businesses. Experts are contemplating a slow tourism recovery, as many nations are still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. European countries have somewhat recovered from the pandemic, but we all need to be cautious and start travelling responsibly. London locals are allowed to move around the city without any restrictions and are asked by the government to visit London’s beautiful sites.

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Restaurants Now Open in London – 10th July 2020

Many restaurants have opened up in the city of London, and all have been extra cautious and doing what they can to maintain hygiene and serve the city. The majority of them were functional partially by doing home delivery of the food. And now Londoners and tourists can enjoy going to restaurants as the rules have been recently relaxed. Following are some of the restaurants which have recently opened up in the city of London:

Romulo

This Filipino restaurant on High Street Kensington will reopen on July 10. 343 Kensington High Street, W8 6NW, romulocafe.co.uk

Dishoom

The popular Indian restaurant group will reopen its Carnaby, King’s Cross and Shoreditch locations on July 10, with Kensington following on July 24. For a limited time, it will allow diners to book in groups of up to six in the evenings. Various locations, dishoom.com

Allegra

Patrick Powell’s highly praised Stratford restaurant will return on July 10. Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, 20 International Way, E20 1FD, Allegra-restaurant.com

Da Terra

Rafael Cagalli’s two Michelin-starred restaurants in Bethnal Green will welcome guests from July 10. 8 Patriot Square, E2 9NF, daterra.co.uk

Seabird

The sky-high seafood restaurant at The Hoxton in Southwark will reopen on July 10. 40 Blackfriars Road, SE1 8NY, seabirdlondon.com

Gold

The popular Notting Hill Italian has said it plans to reopen on July 10 (bookings open on June 24). 95-97 Portobello Road, W11 2QB, goldnottinghill.com

Brigadiers, Bank

Indian barbecue, beer & whisky restaurant Brigadiers is now open for terrace dining Weds-Sat 12 pm-9.30 pm before the bar opens on 15 July, brigadierslondon.com

Goodman, Mayfair

Goodman steak restaurant reopens its flagship location so you can enjoy that Lake District grass-fed fillet once again, GoodmanMayfair.COM

Kitty Fisher’s, Mayfair

Kitty Fisher’s returns with an outside space, a few ground-floor tables and a takeaway to start. KittyFishers.com

Jamavar, Mayfair

This high-end Indian restaurant near Berkeley Square returns with its highly rated tasting dishes.JamavarRestaurants.com

Go out, enjoy the heart of London, and be safe and travel responsibly.

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Secret Food Tour: London Bridge and Borough Market

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Savour London’s fantastic Secret Food Tour: London Bridge and Borough Market. Your guides are real foodies, and they have made it their goal to introduce visitors to the excellence of British traditional food. Surely you wouldn’t want to miss London’s delicious food. During Christmas times, you will be welcomed with mulled wine all around. The guides will be sharing with you their local knowledge of the dining culture and the latest gastronomy trends. The local guides will take you to food shops, beloved by the locals of the area, and we are sure that you’ll fall in love with them too. If you are a foodie, this is a tour you should get done when you are in London. And London tour packages won’t disappoint you in any way.

Highlights of the Secret food tour:

  • Get inside tips from a local
  • Free drinks included
  • Vegetarian meal options available

You’ll get to try many famous British foods and delicacies, all guaranteed to get your taste buds tingling.

Itinerary of the London Bridge and Borough Market Secret Food Tour

  • Firstly, your local London guide will take you to the exciting Borough Market to soak up the atmosphere, see the 100 different stalls and eat some English fudges/chocolate. This eating paradise was not even on the tourist foodie radar a few years ago. Still, in the market, you will try award-winning Lincolnshire sausages followed by the best and most fresh fish and chips in town (and you will get to see the difference between chips and French fries).

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  • Next will see local chocolate and cheese shops and try freshly baked homemade bread from the famous Bread Ahead Bakery.
  • Your tour will continue to a historic pub where you can try the best of British cheeses, served with grapes, fig cakes and chutneys Washed down with real London Beers, Ales, or delicious ciders (or non-alcoholic options).
  • You’ll also see the world-famous London Bridge and Tower Bridge along the River Thames and also the Battleship HMS Belfast.
  • Finally, the tour ends with classic desserts, such as cheesecakes, chocolate brownies or treacle sponge pudding all washed down with a pot of refreshing tea.
  • Oh, and of course, there’s the delicious secret dish too which we are sure you wouldn’t want to miss after an all-day tour!

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London Bridge Food Scene

London Bridge has a flourishing market and food scene, mixed with real London life, historic culture and a charming ambience. The area is packed with exciting little back streets, pubs and market stalls, all adding to its appeal as a unique London food destination.

You can’t go to London Bridge without going to Borough Market and seeing the River Thames. During your tour, your guide will entertain/enlighten you with stories about the area, and by the end, you’ll have a great understanding of the city’s food, history and culture along with some top tips about the best places to visit.

London secret food tour
London secret food tour

Inclusions in the Secret Food Tour:

  • Food tour in small-group or private groups (depending on the option selected)
  • Bacon and egg bap
  • Traditional sausage roll
  • Fish and chips
  • Selection of British cheeses, fruit, crackers, chutney
  • Sticky toffee pudding
  • A Secret Dish (to be revealed on the day)
  • Drinks (Fresh Tea; Ale, beer, or cider; Honey mead; Non-alcoholic options)
  • Local professional guide

Exclusions in the Secret Food Tour:

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Information about the Secret Food Tour:

  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • The minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Adult pricing applies to all travellers

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Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

6 Tooley St, London SE1 2SY, UK

We’ll meet outside Evans Cycle Shop near London Bridge Station. Evans Cycle Shop is on two floors – please meet at the top on Dukes Street Hill – outside Evans Cycle Shop – which is opposite the Barrowboy and Banker Pub and next to London Bridge.

The endpoint of the Secret Food Tour

Tower Bridge, United Kingdom

The tour will end very near London Bridge Station.

Secret London Food Tour Information

  • You can present either a paper or mobile ticket for this activity.
  • Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, is included on your Confirmation Ticket.

Tour Cancellation Policy

All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

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London Showboat Dinner Cruise – Thames River tour

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Enjoy an evening of food, wine and entertainment as you cruise down the River Thames. The London Showboat Dinner Cruise on the Thames River tour is a spectacular tour of various landmarks of London. Glide past some of London’s most spectacular landmarks including the Houses of Parliament, St. Paul’s Cathedral and Tower Bridge, as you cruise from the centre of London to the Thames River barrier and back.

London Showboat Dinner Cruise – Thames River Tour Highlights

  • Free drinks included
  • Travel by boat and see the sights from the water
  • Vegetarian meal options available
  • Dinner included

Begin your cruise in the heart of historic London, as you are welcomed aboard the London Showboat with a glass of sparkling wine in the lounge saloon. Following this, you will enjoy a four-course meal, with a choice of a half bottle of red or white wine included. During your cruise, you will be entertained by a live singer, followed by more live entertainment, and plenty of time for dancing!

Starting in Westminster, you will see the historic buildings of St Paul’s Cathedral and the Houses of Parliament; pass under the iconic Millennium Bridge and Tower Bridge, and see the more recent iconic constructions of Canary Wharf, the O2 Arena, the Thames Barrier, HMS Belfast and the London Eye.

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The London Showboat Dinner Cruise on the Thames River tour
The London Showboat Dinner Cruise on the Thames River tour

Dinner Cruise Departure Point:

Westminster Pier
Westminster Pier, Victoria Embankment, London SW1A 2JH, UK

Below are some pictures to help you guide through the entry gates of the Westminster Pier.

Westminster Pier
Westminster Pier

Westminster Pier boarding points
Westminster Pier boarding points

Cruise Departure Time:

7:45 pm

Cruise Duration:

3 hours (approx.)

Cruise Return Details:

Returns to the original departure point at approximately 11:00 pm

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Showboat Dinner Cruise Inclusions:

  • A pre-cruise glass of sparkling wine
  • Delicious 4-course dinner
  • Choice of half a bottle of red or white wine with your meal
  • Live singer performing songs from West End shows

Dinner cruise Exclusions:

  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional Information:

    • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
    • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking
    • A vegetarian option is available, please advise at the time of booking if required

Dinner Cruise Itinerary:

Sample Menu:

First course:
  • Oak-smoked Scottish salmon mousse with a mustard and dill centre
  • Vegetarian option: Feta salad with walnuts, green beans, cherry tomatoes, roast peppers, pumpkin and olives
Second course:
  • Tomato, roast pepper and basil soup
Third course:
  • Roast chicken wrapped in parma ham, dauphinoise potato, mushroom, and seasonable vegetables, served with a thyme and red wine sauce
  • Vegetarian option: Lasagne, made with artichokes, spinach, saute of mixed mushrooms and goat cheese and served with seasonal vegetables
Dessert:
  • White, dark and milk chocolate truffle cake with raspberry sauce, served with tea or coffee


Please note: menus are subject to change without notice.

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Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 4 days (s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 3 days (s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 per cent cancellation fee.

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London’s 10 Best Vegan Restaurants

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Veganism is compassionate living and giving up on dairy, meat and other products derived from animals. There has been a rise of 360% in the number of vegans in the United Kingdom, over the past decade. Many Londoners are going vegan, being vegan is a new punk. According to the UN, there are three main factors: the environment, health and concerns about animal welfare that has led to many Londoners adopting the vegan lifestyle. Campaigns and festivals like Veganuary and Vevolution have been started to make non-vegans aware of the benefits of being a vegan.

When it comes to eating Vegan-only food in London, fret not, this amazing city is a host to many vegan-only and vegan-friendly restaurants. With People moving from Steak to Seitan and many fancy vegan restaurants coming up in the city, London is definitely an exciting place to live in 2017. Check out our list of the 10 best Vegan Restaurants in London. We have picked up the restaurants considering global Cuisine.

Tofu Tacos
Tofu Tacos Image Source: Flickr

1. 222 Veggie Vegan

222 veggie vegan is a Low-Fat, Low-salt, Non-GM and Organic 100 % Vegan restaurant, also their website says they never deep-fry or microwave. Lunch is served as a buffet and dinner is A la Carte. Dishes range from organic tofu burgers served with oven-baked chips and homemade ketchup, raw asparagus spears, and stroganoff to desserts like tofu cheesecakes, vegan ice cream and raw chocolate tortes.

Where: 222 North End Road, West Kensington London W14 9NU

Tofu Vegan Burger at Mildreds, 45 Lexington St, Carnaby, London
Tofu Vegan Burger at Mildreds, 45 Lexington St, Carnaby, London Image Source: Mildreds

2. Mildreds

Mildred is a very popular vegetarian restaurant. The atmosphere is lively and informal. It has got three branches across the city Soho, Camden and Kings Cross. It’s often crowded at the peak hours and also they have a no booking policy, so arrive early, you may grab a few drinks at the bar when there is a queue. You may reserve a private dining room for around 10-15 guests. Vegan dishes are clearly marked with signs. Veggie burgers, salads, stir-fries and vegan desserts are worth trying.

Where: 45 Lexington street, Soho London WLF 9AN

Tofu Cheesecake with blackcurrants at Mildreds, 45 Lexington St, Carnaby, London
Tofu Cheesecake with blackcurrants at Mildreds, 45 Lexington St, Carnaby, London

3. Vantra Vitao

This bustling buffet restaurant in Oxford Street serves food and drinks that are vegan, gluten-free and free from refined sugar. It’s almost next to Tottenham Court road tube station. There is a separate raw menu and a juice bar. There’s an appealing range of dairy-free desserts one of them being very interesting and refreshing, cheesecake made from coconut oil, mango and macadamia nuts. Do try their zesty salads, soups and stews. Go visit this restaurant to experience healthy and organic vegan food.

Where: 25-27 Oxford Street, London W1D 2DW

4. Amico Bio

This one is a vegetarian, Italian restaurant on the new Oxford Street. Amico Bio offers classic and gluten-free Italian dishes. Head Chef and owner Pasquale Amico sources many of the ingredients from his family’s farm in Capua, Italy. There’s another branch of this restaurant in Barbican.

Where: 43 New Oxford Street, London WC1A 1BH

Ten Don at Itadaki zen, 139 King's cross Road London
Ten Don at Itadaki zen, 139 King’s cross Road London Image Source: Itadaki Zen

5. Itadaki Zen

A Japanese Vegan Restaurant Yes it is one of a kind in the entire of Europe. Dishes made out of Tofu, Noodles and Seaweed are very impressive. Try out their Sasou tea made from the bamboo leaf and buckwheat (soothing for a weak stomach) pumpkin cake with tofu cream. It’s a little on the pricey side. Students can avail of a discount of 10%. Itadaki Zen is London’s First and only vegan Japanese restaurant.

Where: 139 Kings Cross Road, London WC1X 9BJ

6. Fed By Water

Fed by Water is a 100% authentic and plant-based Italian cuisine in the heart of Dalston. They promote a Mediterranean vegan lifestyle. They use pure filtered water for the preparations. It’s London’s first and only vegan pizza restaurant. The vegan menu boasts options ranging from pizzas and pasta to salads and soups, homemade cashew mozzarella-style cheese, gluten-free pasta, soy ham, and soy sausage to name a few. The menu is extensive. Highly recommended.

Where: Unit 1B, Dalston Cross Shopping Centre 64, Kingsland High street, London E8 2LX

7. Vanilla Black

This one is Michelin recommended. Non-meat cuisine is done by experimenting with original flavours and modern techniques. Delicious gourmet vegetarian food is served in the art-deco inspired dining room. Book in advance. You may have to call in advance to let them know you are vegan.

Where: 17-18 Tooks Court, London EC4A 1LB

8. Redemption

Redemption is an alcohol-free restaurant. They have a health-centric menu. They have an amazing range of mocktails like Apple Mock-Jito and Lettuce Spray. They also serve Non- alcoholic beer. The food here is very authentic and clearly stands out. Do not forget to relish beetroot and barley Risotto when at Redemption, Notting Hill. There’s one more sister restaurant in Old Street London.

Where: 6 Chepstow Road, Notting Hill, London W2 5BH

9. Wild Food Cafe

It’s a veggie cafe with airy interiors. With their ever-changing seasonal menu, they have an array of ingredients handpicked from small organic farmers and local suppliers. The Cafe owner believes in retaining the natural goodness of the ingredients used for creating dishes. They do not use over-processed foods such as wheat, peanuts and soy.

Where: 1st Floor, Neal’s yard, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9DP

Tibits, Heddon St, Mayfair, London
Tibits, Heddon St, Mayfair, London Image Source: Tibits

10. Tibits

Tibits is a stylish self-service diner. The restaurant is owned by three Swiss brothers, the Frei Brothers. Their website says Tibits is all about- fresh, delicious and easygoing. The food here is 80% vegan on every other day, except for Tuesdays when it is 100% Vegan. All the items are labelled to indicate if Vegan. You pay here according to the weight of your plate, so you can take as much or as little as you want. There is a large seating area downstairs. Great decor and Worth visiting!

Where:12-14 Heddon Street, Mayfair London, W1B 4DA

There are many other restaurants that serve good vegan food like Farmacy, Yorica, Black Cat, The Gate, Ethos etc., but we have chosen the restaurants as on their ratings and popularity. (Our version of the best) With our list of the best, it’s very easy to be a vegan in London So, Go explore!

(All the images have been sourced from Flickr.com under the creative commons license)

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Camden Vegan Food Tour

What’s better than a radical history tour of one of London’s most iconic districts, Camden? One with food on it?!

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