Borough Market

London’s Culinary Heartbeat 🍎🧀🥖
How to do it
London
Southwark
Casual
£
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Katie Oxley-Cowen
September 13, 2023
An un cooked set of pottery items made by a class of amateurs

Positioned by London Bridge, Borough Market has long stood as a beacon for food enthusiasts from all walks of life. Dating back over a millennium, it's where traditions meet modernity, resulting in a harmonious symphony of flavors and stories.

When and Why to Do It

When the aroma of fresh-baked bread mingles with the fragrance of aged cheese and sizzling sausages, you know you're in Borough Market. Steeped in history, this bustling marketplace is a sensory overload – a haven for the freshest ingredients, the most innovative dishes, and a vibrant community of traders.

What to Order

  • Best Value: Dive into a bowl of the market’s famous 'Shellfish Paella'—a sumptuous meal that won't break the bank.
  • Must-tries: Don't miss the 'Raclette Melted Cheese' or the aromatic 'Ethiopian Coffee' that has visitors queueing up for a sip.
  • Gastronomic delights: From hand-made Italian pasta to freshly brewed craft beers, the market's plethora of stalls ensures there's something to satiate every palate.

When to Go

Weekdays before lunch is ideal for those who prefer a quieter stroll. Saturdays, with its full set of traders, offers the complete Borough experience but is the busiest.

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'Maltby Street Market' or 'Leadenhall Market' for more mouth-watering London market adventures.

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