London Food and Drink History Walking Tour in Clerkenwell

Points forts

Itinéraire

1. 1

   Smithfield Market

   Learn about one of London's oldest wholesale markets and hear the tales of some of the characters who worked here, over the years

   10 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

2. 2

   We walk past three iconic London restaurant : Bouchon Racine, Brutto and St. John. We hear about how they changed the face of London's food scene.

   We then hear about the 'Gin Craze' that engulfed 18th Century London...and learn a martini recipe en route! We then move on to St. John's Gate, a medieval relic, where Crusading warrior monks once enterntained royal visitors at lavish feasts!

   20 minutes•Entrée libre

3. 3

   We wander down a hidden alleyway, home to one of London's most exclusive restaurants -with only seven seats!

   We then head to Clerkenwell Green, where we will discover how the Victorians ate and hear how waves of Italian migration created London's 'Little Italy' and influenced the local food culture.

   15 minutes•Entrée libre

4. 4

   We uncover a true London secret and discover how and why Clerkenwell got its name, in Medieval times!

   10 minutes•Entrée incluse

5. 5

   As we meander northwards, we encounter (from the outside) two very different pubs: one where we will learn about the history of beer and brewing, and the other - the Eagle - where we learn the story of London's very first gastropub.

   Next we shall pass the Qulaity Chop House - a restaurant that has existed since Victorian times and is now one of London's most respected restaurants. Finally, we end the tour at Exmouth Market - a foodie hub for all!

   20 minutes•Entrée libre

Point de rendez-vous

We will meet at the Cowcross Street exit of Farringdon Station

La carte montre Londres. Le point de rendez-vous exact est l'adresse ci-dessus.Ouvrir une carte plus grande

Prise en charge

• Rendez-vous au point de départ pour tous

À savoir avant de partir

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Annulation et remboursement

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• Annulé et intégralement remboursé si la météo l'exige
• Annulé et intégralement remboursé si trop peu de participants