London's East End is known as a cultural melting pot, a place where people from all around the world have been living - and eating - for millennia. It is also known as one of the cultural and epicurean hotspots of the UK and we are ready to share it with you!
Your Food Tour ticket includes two artisan chocolates and a modern twist on a classic English dessert.
Tour Description:
Come with us on one of London's original food tasting tours as we explore the food history and culture (European, Jewish and Bangladeshi) of the East End. Wander down the 'curry mile' while you sample samosas and Indian sweets; learn the history of the pie; taste the fish and chips voted as "Best in London" year after year; peruse the hippest food trucks in town; nosh on a salt beef beigel; indulge in chocolates that will change your life and feast your eyes on London's most instagrammable dessert!
Best of all: On our Food Tour, YOU choose the menu!
Sites and Topics covered on this tour:
- The history of the East End as told through its' food
- The story of British classics like pie & mash and fish & chips
- A visit to London's BEST chippie
- The 'Curry Mile' and Britain's love of Indian Food
- A chance to taste a classic Indian samosa with your choice of fillings
- The story of Jewish immigration and the local love of beigels
- The opportunity to enjoy an authentic salt beef beigel from London's best known Jewish bakery
- Hot new trends of food trucks and craft beer
- Finish the tour by getting your hands oh London's most instagrammable dessert
Your Food Tour ticket includes two hand-crafted artisan chocolates and a delicious modern take on a classic English dessert.
NOTE: Vegetarian options are available at all stops. Vegan options at most.
Two tastes are included with the price of your ticket. Further samples are to be paid for and selected by the guest.
To increase your appetite, read our blog on Food of the East End!
Hours:
- @13:30 (nearly) everyday
- The dates and times of this tour vary by season, so check out our calendar for potentially more dates.
Reviews:
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Tour Details:
- This is a ticketed tour. Gratuity at the end is appreciated but optional.
- The tour ends near Spitalfields Market.
- Please meet your guide 5-10 minutes before the tour start time listed below to check in. You only need to check in with your name.
- Tour lasts 2 hours. Total walking is about 3km (1.5 miles). There are no public restrooms on the tour.
- NOTE: Vegetarian options are available at all stops. Vegan options at most.
- For those with wheelchairs or prams, note that the route is step-free but includes narrow pathways and cobblestones.
- Two tastes are included with the price of your ticket. Further samples are to be paid for and selected by the guest.