Origin:Both Lancashire and London claim to have invented fish and chips, although the exact origin is unclear. However, Charles Dickens referred to a ‘fried fish warehouse’ in Oliver Twist. And London did, indeed, have the first fish and chips shop, which opened in 1860. Where to try it...
One of the first bits of (any) advice we'd give to international visitors to London: eschew pub fish and chips in favour of the stuff from actual chippies: we're talking the crisp and chewy batter of Soho'sGolden Union Fish Bar, and the fat, flaky fillets of moist cod fromSutton & ...
Rose Bakeryis owned by a Franco-British couple who pride themselves on the quality of their ingredients. In an attempt to counteract the arguable complacency of French cuisine in Paris, the Rose offers whole cakes, scones, fresh salads and sandwiches. The focus on fresh ingredients and move awa...
You can keep walking down Piccadilly, past Hyde Park, or jump back on the Tube for two stops to Knightsbridge, where you will want to head for the twinkling lights ofHarrods. Christmas and Harrods go together like jam and scones. Tickets for the wildly popular Christmas Grotto go on sale ...