CITY AND LIFE
Street food spots in London We’ve explored the street food markets in London, which are encountered in almost every corner of the city, offering different tastes from world cuisine and have an important place in the culture of food and beverage. Ebru Atlan TecirlioÄ&#x;lu / @ebruatlan
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ondon is one of the richest and unrivalled cities in the world, in terms of its food and beverage scene. This city, where you can find restaurants from almost every cuisine of the world, has a dreamlike variety that induces the excitement of food and drink enthusiasts. Even though the iconic pubs and Michelin-starred restaurants are important parts of the food and beverage scene, street food markets which have become a part of the city’s identity over time, have a different and special place for Londoners. Most of the street food stands that you may encounter in almost every neighbourhood, provide a high standard of gastronomical experience with all their food offerings. Such a treasure for a foodie, in these markets there is an unlimited variety, from vegan dishes to Caribbean cuisine, to Philippine gourmet burgers and 3rd generation coffee makers and bakers. You can come across these markets, where you can experience different street food, espe-
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cially at weekends, in many corners of the city. It is not easy to choose between different stands, while scrumptious scents fly through the air. Many stands allow you to taste the food they offer with small tasters, easily stealing your heart. Although, all the markets spread all over the city during the weekends, it is also possible to find nice alternative markets where you can eat, drink and explore on weekdays. Street food culture in England has become increasingly popular, especially since the end of the 90s. Small operators, who suffered from the rapidly expanding restaurant and fast food chains, looking for lower-cost and low-risk business solutions have played a particular role in this trend to rise. The lack of mandatory legal barriers for selling food on the street has also made it easier for small entrepreneurs. A new opportunity has emerged on the streets for those who want to demonstrate their talents in cooking. In this way, the streets began to become the scene of flavour games of chefs from different cultures.
