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Where to Eat in London: Potato Leek Soup From cari cakes
This guide turns My First Solo Trip to London 🇬🇧 5 Days in UK VLOG from cari cakes into a practical food map with 34 saved spots around London, Bethnal Green, and Molesey. The mapped places include a bakery stop, a cafe stop, a place marker, and a book store. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
cari cakes felt deeply emotional returning to London for the first time as an adult, noting how the city felt smaller and more manageable than in her childhood memories. Her most significant highlight was nerding out at Hampton Court Palace, where she enjoyed the gardens and successfully navigated the famous maze. She expressed immense joy at being able to explore the city independently while reconnecting with locations she first visited with her mother.
What this map is good for
- Planning a bakery stop or short itinerary in London.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 34 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Big Ben
Cultural Landmark in London SW1A 0AA, UK, London, England, United Kingdom - Tower of London
Castle in London EC3N 4AB, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Hours: Hours available - Neal's Yard
Place marker in Neal's Yard, London WC2H, UK, London, England, United Kingdom - Buns From Home
Bakery in 33 Royal Exchange, London EC3V 3LT, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Hours: Hours available - Dark Sugars
Chocolate Shop in 141 Brick Ln, Bethnal Green, London E1 6SB, UK, Bethnal Green, England, United Kingdom
Hours: Hours available - Fabrique
Bakery in 8 Earlham St, London WC2H 9RY, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Purezza Camden
Vegan Restaurant in 45-47 Parkway, London NW1 7PN, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - The Italian Gardens Café
Cafe in Kensington Gardens, Kensington Gardens, Lancaster Gate, London W2 2SD, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Camden Lock Market
Market in Camden Lock Pl, London NW1 8AF, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Hours: Hours available - Portobello Road Market
Market in London W11 1LJ, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Hours: Hours available - Redemption Roasters - Covent Garden
Coffee Shop in 40 Drury Ln, London WC2B 5RR, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Hotel Strand Continental
Hotel in 143 Strand, London WC2R 1JA, UK, London, England, United Kingdom - 22 more spots
Open the map in Varedelo to see the full saved list.
Food notes from the video
- potato leek soup
- coffee
Experiences captured
- revisited Trafalgar Square and the lion statues
- walked across the Millennium Bridge at sunset
- observed many locals jogging along the South Bank
- met several viewers and fans in the city
- took a 30-minute train to Hampton Court Palace
- explored the palace gardens and the Wilderness area
- navigated the Hampton Court Maze
- experienced quintessential rainy and clear British weather
Planning notes for Greater London
Charing Cross, a profoundly historic site in Greater London, is a destination steeped in medieval heritage and remarkable Victorian architecture, which today serves as a bustling cultural hub. Its unique character stems from its origins as the final resting point of the medieval Eleanor Crosses. Historical Heritage and Traditional Culture The name Charing Cross is derived from the original monumental cross erected by King Edward I between 1291 and 1294 as a memorial to his beloved wife.
Must-try foods nearby
- Traditional Fish & Chips
An essential London classic, the 'to die for' version near Charing Cross features flaky white fish, typically cod or haddock, encased in a light, crispy, beer-battered coating. - Beef Wellington
A refined British dish, this is a showstopping fillet of beef coated in pâté and duxelles (a mushroom mixture), then wrapped in puff pastry and baked. - Bacon Naan Roll
A modern London icon, this dish is a delicious fusion of a traditional Indian naan bread, brushed with cream cheese and chili jam, and wrapped around crispy streaky bacon. - Sunday Roast
The quintessential British tradition, this meal features a joint of meat (like a slow-cooked, dry-aged beef rump). - Ham-and-Cheese Pie (Cork & Bottle Style)
A local institution, this famous subterranean dish is a deeply traditional, hearty pie that has been a fixture on the menu of a Leicester Square basement wine bar since 1971.
When to go: The best time to visit Charing Cross is during the shoulder seasons of May/early June or September/early October.
Local tips
- Use contactless payment on London buses and tube stations for swift travel, or purchase an Oyster card for efficiency.
- Always queue for services like transport and ticket counters, as joining an orderly line is a strong local social custom.
- Be vigilant and keep phones and valuables secure and out of sight to avoid opportunistic snatch theft in busy areas like Charing Cross.
- When dining out, check your bill for an included 10–12% service charge before leaving an additional tip.
What travelers are noticing
- Simpson's in the Strand Reopening: The iconic London dining spot is relaunching with two new restaurants, Romano's brasserie and The Grand Divan, in early 2026.
- Coreus and Café Boulud at Admiralty Arch: Two highly anticipated fine dining venues, focusing on seafood and classic French cuisine, opening in the landmark Admiralty Arch building near Trafalgar Square.
- Courtauld Gallery's Major 2026 Exhibitions: Cultural attention will focus on major shows including 'Seurat and the Sea' (February-May) and 'Hepworth in Colour' (June-September) at the gallery on The Strand.
Extra place context
- Trafalgar Square
London’s most famous public square, located immediately north of Charing Cross. While often a hub for public gatherings and events, it is a magnificent outdoor recreation spot and viewpoint. - Big Ben from Westminster Bridge Passageway
A specific, local-approved framing spot. Located beneath Westminster Bridge on the South Bank (Lambeth side), a passageway archway perfectly frames the Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben) and the Houses of Parliament.
photography
Official tourism resource
The official visitor guide to London, run by London & Partners and supported by the Mayor of London, providing information on attractions, events, and travel.
Planning questions
Where did cari cakes eat in London?
This guide maps all 34 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in London.
What are the must-try foods in London?
Creator picks from the video include potato leek soup, coffee. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this food map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.