London Feeds Itself

This updated edition of London Feeds Itself explores the hidden food culture of London, revealing its vibrant culinary landscape beyond the well-known restaurants.

The updated edition of London Feeds Itself, edited by food writer Jonathan Nunn, delves into the intricate relationship between food and the vibrant city of London. While London is often hailed as a premier culinary destination, where new restaurants emerge daily and diverse cuisines abound, this book reveals a different narrative. It highlights the lesser-known aspects of London’s food culture, flourishing in unexpected spaces such as parks, warehouses, and community centers, where everyday food practices thrive without the spotlight.

In the face of rising rents and gentrification, London Feeds Itself uncovers the true heart of the city's food scene, showcasing how its inhabitants creatively utilize their environments to cultivate and share food. The book features 26 essays that explore various buildings and public spaces that serve as vital hubs for London’s vernacular food culture. Through the perspectives of a diverse group of contributors, including writers and architects, readers gain insight into the dynamic interplay between food and the urban landscape.

Accompanying these essays are over 125 guides to some of London’s best vernacular restaurants, spread across all 33 boroughs. This comprehensive exploration invites readers to appreciate the depth and richness of London’s food culture, revealing how it is woven into the fabric of daily life in the city.