In a city like London, there's always something happening. From new openings and trendy pop-ups to a queue of rumbling stomachs, eager to see whether the viral pastry is worth the hype. In fact, the sheer quantity of things to do in London can often lead us to missing out. We've all been there- eagerly sharing the event that catches our eye with our friends... only to find out it happened last weekend. Fear not, here at Food Network we've taken the liberty of scouring the streets of London to find out what's happening, and whether it's worth your valuable time in the city. Prepare to never miss a free food tasting again. Here's what to do and eat in London this week (25th August).
Meatopia
Hosting the UK’s most iconic fire-powered food festival at Tobacco Dock since 2013, Meatopia returns this weekend, featuring the very best live-fire chefs from UK, Europe and the World, all cooking up a storm over smoky wood or charcoal, and serving one specially chosen dish each.
The menu is carefully curated each day. Bite into juicy meats, sip on refreshing spritzes, and enjoy music from bands and DJs. All the meat, poultry, seafood are ethically-sourced, and vegetables cooked using sustainably produced fuel.
Parent and FREE Children's Pizza Class at EATaly
This Friday EATaly is hosting a class to teach your little one (and you) how to make a pizza from scratch. Get an exclusive insight into Italian tricks and cooking tips, stories behind the most iconic Italian dish, and feast on your homemade creation. During the class, the skilled chef will walk you through the recipe steps and cook along with you. Kids will receive their very own class diploma signed by the Chef, as proof of their hard work. The class is designed for kids (from 5 years old ) + 1 parent to work in a pair. Tickets for adults are £70, and children go free.
Doritos Loaded Week
Giving BYOB a whole new meaning, bring your own bag of Doritos and get them loaded with toppings for just £5 until this Sunday. Transforming a salty snack to into satisfying street-food, you can bring your bag along to one of the vendors across London hotspots like Covent Garden, Camden, Vauxhall Market Place, St Paul's Cathedral- there's almost one at every corner! For a full list of participating vendors, head to www.doritosloadedweek.co.uk.
A Taste of The Sea at The Last Judgement
This Friday and Saturday, The Last Judgement are hosting an exquisite event filled with champagne, oysters, and dishes that will transport you to a coastal town in Europe. For £80 per person, you can experience the luxurious seafood tasting menu, including the aforementioned appetisers, a generous seafood platter, and herb-crusted, pan-fried fillet of halibut. A homemade lemon and raspberry tart will be served as a sweet finale. Expect an elegant evening celebrating the very best of the ocean’s bounty, right in the centre of London.
The Good F'ing Supper at Heath Street BakeHouse
Gather your gluten-free friends: The Good F’ing Supper is back at Heath Street Bake House at 6pm! This Sunday 31st of August, they will be serving 5 incredibly gluten-free courses combining Maison Des Moments house dishes with pizzas from 'Good F'ing Pizza'. Plus, two cocktail masterclasses from an expert mixologist, flowing-wine all night and of course, fantastic vibes. Come hungry, and come gluten-free. Get ready to eat your way through an unforgettable evening.
