Markets and Michelin Stars: a Food and Drink Tour of London

Located on the borders of suit-wearing City of London and hip Shoreditch, the Montcalm Royal London House fuses the best of both worlds. The styling in the former 1950s Royal Mail headquarters is buttoned-up city smart, though with plenty of mid-century chic and nods to the edgy East London surroundings. The trio of eating and drinking options are particularly on-trend. The Long Arm Pub serves craft beers from the on-site brewery, together with gourmet burgers and hot dogs. The Burdock slides a little more upmarket, with everything from morning smoothies to evening cocktails and sharing plates. And crowning it all is the Aviary, a rooftop dining experience where cityscape views and outstanding dishes are high on wow factor. For outside eats, you’re within a short stomp of the Brick Lane curry houses and the ever-growing hit list of top dining spots in Spitalfields, including Middle Eastern Bubala, homestyle Indian Gunpowder and British-with-a-twist St John.

Combining the iconic London bus with the quintessentially British afternoon tea, this 90-minute ride takes you on a journey through the heart of the capital. From your top-deck seat, you’ll get elevated views of some of the top London landmarks including Buckingham Palace, the London Eye and Westminster Abbey. While watching London pass, you’ll be treated to nibbles from finger sandwiches to scones with clotted cream. You can even toast the experience with a glass of prosecco.

If you love market-fresh produce but never know how to use it, this is the experience for you. Your host for the day is food professional, Simon, who first guides you around the fabulous sights and smells of Borough Market – the largest and oldest food market in London, with origins dating to the 12th century. After shopping for your ingredients, you’ll be shown how to prep and cook them back in Simon’s kitchen. Best of all, you’ll then get to sit down and celebrate your newly learnt skills as you feast on your culinary creations.

There’s nothing more London than a traditional boozer, and this walking tour guides you around some of the very best pubs in the capital. Your knowledgeable local guide will take you on a journey in and around the City of London, visiting the most remarkable and historic drinking dens and age-old watering holes. You’ll learn all about the fascinating past of the pubs, visit hidden corners of the capital and, of course, sample an ale (or three) along the way.