What to Eat in London: The Essential Guide for US Visitors
Wondering what to eat in London? From fish and chips to afternoon tea, this guide covers the essential dishes and best food spots for US visitors.
The Victorian Subway Built for a Glass Palace That Burned Down in the Night
Beneath a South London pavement lies a Victorian subway built to serve the greatest glass building the world had ever seen. Crystal Palace burned in 1936 — but the subway survives.
The Forgotten West London House Sir John Soane Built for Himself
Pitzhanger Manor in Ealing is the extraordinary Georgian house Sir John Soane built as his private retreat and architectural laboratory. Free to visit — and almost nobody knows it exists.
The Clerkenwell Street London Has Been Keeping Secret for 130 Years
Discover Exmouth Market, the Clerkenwell street that has been London’s best-kept food and market secret since the 1890s. Here is what makes it unmissable.
The South London Cathedral That Gave Harvard University Its Name
Discover the ancient South London cathedral that gave Harvard University its name — hidden right next to Borough Market, where Shakespeare’s brother is also buried.
The Building That Invented Global Trade Is Now a Champagne Bar in Central London
Step inside the Royal Exchange in the City of London and you’ll find champagne bars where Tudor merchants once changed the course of global trade.
Why the Royal Albert Hall’s Famous Echo Took 130 Years to Fix
The Royal Albert Hall opened in 1871 with a beautiful problem — an echo so bad Queen Victoria complained. Discover the 130-year quest to finally silence it.
The London Pub That Has Staged Theatre and Served Pints Since 1415
Discover London’s hidden pub theatre tradition, from a pub on this site since 1415 to intimate venues where tomorrow’s West End stars begin their careers.
The East End Dish That Survived the Blitz, Gentrification and Michelin Stars
The East End dish that has fed Cockney families since the Victorians. Why pie and mash shops survive in London today — and where to find the best ones.
Why London’s Afternoon Tea Means Far More Than Just a Scone
Discover the history and hidden rules behind London’s afternoon tea — from the three-tier stand order and the great cream debate to where to book.