- Duration
- 66 minutes
- Product Type
- Lecture
Lecture Details
Photos & Highlights
- Discover the surprising origins of iconic British dishes and learn how global influences shaped London’s most beloved foods.
- Gain insider knowledge on historic markets, iconic dishes, and hidden food gems, ensuring you experience the city's rich culinary culture beyond the tourist hotspots.
Lecture Description
London is one of the most exciting food cities in the world, where centuries of history, global trade, and diverse cultures have shaped an extraordinary culinary landscape. Join Alice, a passionate food expert and longtime London resident, as she takes you on a flavor-filled journey through the city’s rich gastronomic past and present.
From Roman markets and medieval feasts to Michelin-starred dining and multicultural street food, London’s culinary evolution tells a story of resilience, adaptation, and innovation. Whether you're planning a trip to London, looking for new places to eat, or simply fascinated by the intersection of food and culture, this lecture will introduce you to the tastes, traditions, and surprising origins of London’s most iconic dishes.
Meet Your Expert
Alice has a background in Italian Studies and Theatre, and has worked in the US and Europe in various institutions and performance venues. She enjoys sharing her passion for food and culture, while highlighting the distinct and varied characteristics of the people, history, folklore and cuisine of the city. She is enthusiastic about creating unforgettable experiences for all who are part of her tours.
This immersive lecture explores how food has shaped London—and how London has shaped food. The city’s location along the River Thames made it a major food trade hub, attracting influences from across the globe. From the Romans introducing wine and herbs to the Victorians developing canned goods and industrial bakeries, London’s food culture has continuously evolved alongside its history.
Explore the surprising origins of many of London’s most iconic dishes, and discover how London’s pubs, coffeehouses, and markets became cultural and economic centers. You'll also learn how historical events like WWII influenced food culture in London, while post-war immigration introduced Indian curries, Caribbean patties, and Middle Eastern kebabs, making London one of the most diverse food cities in the world.
Today, London’s food scene blends historic and contemporary dining. Whether you’re craving a classic Sunday roast, Michelin-starred dining, or street food from around the world, this lecture will give you insider knowledge to navigate the city’s rich culinary landscape.
Explore the surprising origins of many of London’s most iconic dishes, and discover how London’s pubs, coffeehouses, and markets became cultural and economic centers. You'll also learn how historical events like WWII influenced food culture in London, while post-war immigration introduced Indian curries, Caribbean patties, and Middle Eastern kebabs, making London one of the most diverse food cities in the world.
Today, London’s food scene blends historic and contemporary dining. Whether you’re craving a classic Sunday roast, Michelin-starred dining, or street food from around the world, this lecture will give you insider knowledge to navigate the city’s rich culinary landscape.
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