Student Life 2013/14 January 2014 | Page 97

Full of people from all over the world, London is also a great place for discovering the joys of street food. Stalls can be found anywhere and there is no greater fun than going on a street-food hunt. My favourite is The Rib Man, the founder of which has been a butcher since the age of 15. Believe me, I was not a fan of ribs and pork at all, but after my first bite of the Rib Man’s amazing rib roll, I was converted. More of a do-it-yourself type? London is full of farmer’s markets, packed with seasonal fruit & veg, tasty cheeses and other local produce. Borough Market is a must-see but beware, it gets insanely busy sometimes. If you find yourself in West Kensington, try North End Road Market, London’s cheapest market that used to be my little secret… Well, I guess it is not anymore. THERE IS NO LONDON WITHOUT COFFEE Sometimes I wonder what my friends and I would do without our weekly dose of caffeine. Soho’s Flat White serves, as its name suggests, the most amazing and rich flat white in central London, while its little brother, Milkbar is a great alternative if you are in the neighborhood. West London’s Artisan serves the most amazing cakes and artisan coffee, adding a bit of fun to the experience – if you collect some stamps on their loyalty card you can either have a coffee on the house or spin the wheel and win a surprise treat! Not a coffee lover? Try Moosh for their tasty and healthy juices and shakes, perfect for any time of the year. Hot or cold, full of fruit and vegetables, they will give you a guilt-free energy boost. www.accommodationforstudents.com 97 LONDON the prices are really reasonable. For the capital’s best pizza, try Franco Manca – it will cost you less than international chains and is just delicious. Beware though, it is really addictive! Honest Burgers serve you the guilt-free beef, chicken and veggie burgers with ingredients sourced from local producers. For your Thai fix, choose KaoSarn – be ready for a really, really spicy but unbelievably comforting meal.