Mark Wiens in London: 1 Spot From the Video

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Planning notes for London

Must-try foods in London

• Sunday Roast with Yorkshire Pudding
  Sunday Roast with Yorkshire PuddingThe quintessential British comfort meal, featuring slow-roasted meat (typically beef, lamb, or chicken) served with crispy roast potatoes, seasonal root vegetables, and a large, airy Yorkshire pudding, all doused in rich bone-marrow gravy.
• Khachapuri (Georgian Cheese Bread)
  Khachapuri (Georgian Cheese Bread)A major 2026 trend led by hotspots like DakaDaka in Mayfair. This boat-shaped leavened bread is filled with a molten mixture of sulguni cheese, topped with a knob of butter and a raw egg yolk to be swirled together before dipping.
• Chicken Tikka Masala
  Chicken Tikka MasalaOften cited as a national dish of England, this creamy, tomato-based curry features marinated grilled chicken. While traditional curry houses on Brick Lane remain iconic, modern 2026 interpretations at spots like Ambassadors Clubhouse offer refined regional versions.
• Salt Beef Bagel
  Salt Beef BagelA legendary Jewish-style street food most famous in Brick Lane. It consists of a chewy, fresh-baked bagel piled high with tender, thick-cut salted beef, hot English mustard, and crunchy gherkins.
• Afternoon Tea Scones
  Afternoon Tea SconesA sophisticated London tradition served in grand hotels and tea rooms. The highlight is the warm, crumbly scones served with thick clotted cream and strawberry jam (the 'cream tea' component), accompanied by delicate finger sandwiches.
• Lamb Benne Dosa
  Lamb Benne DosaReflecting the 2026 South Indian food surge (seen at the new Hoppers Shoreditch), this is a thin, fermented rice-and-lentil crepe brushed with aromatic benne (butter) and stuffed with spiced, slow-cooked lamb.

Trip guide

• About London
  About LondonLondon is the capital of the United Kingdom, with a documented history spanning approximately 2,000 years. The settlement was established by the Romans as Londinium around 47 AD. Physical remnants of this period, such as sections of the Roman Wall, are still present in the modern city.
• When to go
  When to goThe best time to visit London is during late spring (May to June) or early autumn (September to October) when the weather is mild and the city’s parks are at their most beautiful. While summer offers the warmest temperatures and longest daylight hours, it also brings the highest prices and largest crowds, whereas winter is cold and damp but features festive holiday markets. To avoid peak tourist surges and high hotel rates.
• Getting around
  Getting around London

  • International Air Travel London is served by six major airports, including Heathrow and Gatwick, which connect to the city center via dedicated express trains or the Underground network.
  • London Underground (The Tube) This extensive rapid transit system covers most of the city across eleven lines; passengers typically pay using contactless bank cards or Oyster cards for seamless travel.
  • Eurostar High-Speed Rail Travelers from mainland Europe can arrive directly at St Pancras International station via high-speed trains originating from major cities like Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam.
• Local tips
  Local tips

  • Always stand on the right side of escalators in the Underground to allow commuters to pass on the left.
  • Use a contactless card or mobile payment for all public transport as buses and trains do not accept cash.
  • Tap your payment card only once at the start of a bus journey but remember to tap both in and out for all train and tube travel.
• What’s new
  What’s new in London

  • V&A East Museum: A major new cultural landmark opening in April 2026 at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, focusing on global creativity and youth-led design.
  • London Museum Smithfield: The historic former meat market reopens in late 2026 as the city's premier history museum, featuring 24-hour access and innovative urban galleries.
• VisitBritain↗
  VisitBritainThe official destination guide for London from the British Tourist Authority, providing travel information, attractions, and itineraries for the capital.