Eating London: Heart of 'The City' Food Tour
What your day looks like
Welcome to the only food tour in the City of London (really!). Down river from the palaces of Westminster, you’ll find the much older City of London, which dates back to Roman times and has been the epicenter of British and European life ever since. Taste your way through the classic London dining destinations that fed the commercial, political and literary ambitions of a growing city – the oyster house, the chophouse, the chocolate house, the tavern & beyond – taking it from the middleweight capital of a small island nation to a world-famous global metropolis. The story of the City of London is an entire novel written in wood, fire, stone, steel, glass, merchants & magic. Read it cover to cover on this completely one-of-a-kind culinary adventure through 2000 years, serving up the good, bad and bizarre tidbits of history, all framed by fantastic food. It’s the perfect London tour for first timers and long timers alike.
The experience, in brief
- Taste a classic (not the one you might be thinking of!) at London’s oldest fish restaurant
- Dine in the favourite tavern of London’s most famous author and see his extensive bar bill
- Unravel the controversial history of the City’s sugar and spice trade.
- Discover the differences between the city of London and the City of London
- From pies to buns and scotch eggs to chophouse classics
Your day, step by step
London
Food Tasting.
London
Local Flavor.
London
Local Flavor at Leadenhall Market.
What to know before booking
Included
- Local English-speaking guide - ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
Not Included
- Gratuities / Tips for guide - Hotel pick-up and drop-off - Extra drinks
What to Bring
- Wear flat shoes – it is, after all, a walking tour, so be comfortable. - Please bring a bottle of water – although we do have drinks stops throughout the tour, walking can be thirsty work. - Come hungry. You’ll be tasting lots of food!
Restrictions
Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
Meeting & Pickup
Statue of Captain John Smith outside St-Mary-Le-Bow church - nearest tube station is St Paul’s - https://maps.app.goo.gl/szv5k5mF8z4etbgx6 Your guide will be waiting for you and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag! Please aim to arrive 15 minutes early, so the tour can start on time. You do not need to print out a page to join the tour - showing us the confirmation email you will receive on your phone is fine!
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic