Breakfast fit for champions
By Michelle Tchea |
July 27, 2012, Friday
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CHEERING on your favorite athletes at the London Olympics can be a tiring business. For those lucky enough to be in Britain's capital for the event, whether at the stadium or catching the action in a London pub, it's vital to keep your stamina up to Olympian levels. And that means no scrimping on breakfast.
Whether nursing a hangover of Olympic proportions or simply analyzing the previous day's events, this is best done while plowing through a good old British fry-up in a London's cafe or restaurant. And if all that grease is just too much, how about a large cup of home-roasted coffee, buttery eggs and artisan sourdough? Here are some suggestions for joining the London breakfast club.
Lantana Cafe
The owner of Lantana Cafe brings sunshine from Australia with breakfast and weekend brunch. Diners can enjoy Aussie grub while perched outside on a wooden stool in the Fitzrovia neighbourhood. Forget greasy British eggs with dry toast and look forward to Boston baked beans, poached eggs and good Aussie lattes.
Address: 13 Charlotte Place, Fitzrovia
Tel: (020) 7637-3347
The Regency Cafe
If you are looking for a typical British fry-up, head over to Pimlico and snag a table at The Regency Cafe. The cafe is reminiscent of an US diner and has been serving locals their bacon and eggs for 55 years. Not just another greasy food joint, but a destination that serves up a good breakfast for those looking to refuel on a budget. The bubble and squeak is sinfully good.
Address: 100 Queen's Gate, PimlicoTel: (020) 7373-7878
The Wolseley
The Wolseley is claimed by many to be the best place to have breakfast in London. The menu is a little complicated or exciting - depending on what catches your fancy from the extensive list of gourmet food. It includes everything from healthy choices like muesli and freshly poached fruit and yogurts to the hearty English breakfast and Scottish "tattie scones." For those looking to splurge, order the caviar omelette.
Address: 160 Piccadilly
Tel: (020) 7499-6996
Kopapa Café and Restaurant
Located in the heart of Covent Garden, Kopapa offers inventive and delicious breakfast options, such as the ricotta pancakes with roasted grapes and the spicy Turkish eggs - a mouthful of which will almost transport you to Istanbul. Those looking for a true brunch experience should try the French toast, topped with spiced bananas, sides and - of course - crispy bacon. The coffee is just as a good.
Address: 32-34 Monmouth Street, Seven Dials, Covent Garden
Tel: (020) 7240-6076
Ottolenghi Islington
Bring a good book or your favorite trashy magazine and park yourself at Ottolenghi Islington. Simple breakfast items are available for those on the go, but enjoy the communal white tables and try not to burn yourself with the dangling "toast-your-own" toasters. Recommendations include cinnamon French toast, buttery brioche and fruity compote.
Address: 287 Upper Street, IslingtonTel: (020) 7288-1454
What the Dickens?
A fresh new breakfast place for those who like their food served by three well-dressed gentlemen. The vintage trio's philosophy is simple, making their breakfast "sing" by resurrecting old British classics, such as devilled eggs and lambs kidneys. For the less adventurous, stick to the eggs and house-cured meats for a great culinary experience.
Address: Chatsworth Road Market, Hackney
The Bull and Last Pub
It is known as a great place to enjoy a pint and good food while mulling over sports. With a young, creative team in the kitchen, it's a great find for visitors. The menu includes a fish board - great for sharing - and other highlights include crispy pig cheek and home-made charcuterie.
Address: 168 Highgate Road, HighgateTel: (020) 7267-3641
Ginger and White
A cute little neighbourhood cafe with delicious seasonal food - what more could you ask for to cure a hangover? Ginger and White focuses on British cuisine, from produce to platter. Artisan bread by The Flour Station is delivered daily, creamy butter is provided by local Coombe farm and other delicious produce comes from farmers around the region. Breakfast is served all day, with every item on the menu home-made. Cupcakes and sweets cater to those with allergies but if you don't suffer from nut allergies, try the home-made peanut butter. And remember to take a photograph of the latte art on display, before slurping some seriously good coffee.
Address: 4a-5a Perrins Court, Hampstead
Tel: (020) 7431-9098
Caravan Restaurant, Bar & Roastery
Another foodie destination in a market, Caravan is a great place to watch Londoners go about their daily business. The cafe in Exmouth Market is a restaurant, coffee hub and bar. Get up early or be prepared to rub shoulders with fellow eaters. The food is well-traveled, yet the produce local. The cornbread is a nice change to the regular sourdough served in neighboring cafes.
Address: 11-13 Exmouth Market
Tel: (020) 7833-8115
Dishoom
Indian-inspired dishes stream out on weekends to a hungry crowd. This breakfast eatery mixes up the Mumbai curry scene for breakfast - the naan bread is something that should be tried.
Address: 12 Upper St Martin's LaneTel: (020) 7420-9320
The Modern Pantry
Looking for that WOW factor for breakfast? Head to The Modern Pantry and expect the unexpected. Typical British classics are served with unusual ingredients, making it a great place to bring friends. Signature dishes include British fry-ups with plantain and French toast with an Asian twist.
Address: 48 St John's Square, Clerkenwell Tel: (020) 7553-9210
Whether nursing a hangover of Olympic proportions or simply analyzing the previous day's events, this is best done while plowing through a good old British fry-up in a London's cafe or restaurant. And if all that grease is just too much, how about a large cup of home-roasted coffee, buttery eggs and artisan sourdough? Here are some suggestions for joining the London breakfast club.
Lantana Cafe
The owner of Lantana Cafe brings sunshine from Australia with breakfast and weekend brunch. Diners can enjoy Aussie grub while perched outside on a wooden stool in the Fitzrovia neighbourhood. Forget greasy British eggs with dry toast and look forward to Boston baked beans, poached eggs and good Aussie lattes.
Address: 13 Charlotte Place, Fitzrovia
Tel: (020) 7637-3347
The Regency Cafe
If you are looking for a typical British fry-up, head over to Pimlico and snag a table at The Regency Cafe. The cafe is reminiscent of an US diner and has been serving locals their bacon and eggs for 55 years. Not just another greasy food joint, but a destination that serves up a good breakfast for those looking to refuel on a budget. The bubble and squeak is sinfully good.
Address: 100 Queen's Gate, PimlicoTel: (020) 7373-7878
The Wolseley
The Wolseley is claimed by many to be the best place to have breakfast in London. The menu is a little complicated or exciting - depending on what catches your fancy from the extensive list of gourmet food. It includes everything from healthy choices like muesli and freshly poached fruit and yogurts to the hearty English breakfast and Scottish "tattie scones." For those looking to splurge, order the caviar omelette.
Address: 160 Piccadilly
Tel: (020) 7499-6996
Kopapa Café and Restaurant
Located in the heart of Covent Garden, Kopapa offers inventive and delicious breakfast options, such as the ricotta pancakes with roasted grapes and the spicy Turkish eggs - a mouthful of which will almost transport you to Istanbul. Those looking for a true brunch experience should try the French toast, topped with spiced bananas, sides and - of course - crispy bacon. The coffee is just as a good.
Address: 32-34 Monmouth Street, Seven Dials, Covent Garden
Tel: (020) 7240-6076
Ottolenghi Islington
Bring a good book or your favorite trashy magazine and park yourself at Ottolenghi Islington. Simple breakfast items are available for those on the go, but enjoy the communal white tables and try not to burn yourself with the dangling "toast-your-own" toasters. Recommendations include cinnamon French toast, buttery brioche and fruity compote.
Address: 287 Upper Street, IslingtonTel: (020) 7288-1454
What the Dickens?
A fresh new breakfast place for those who like their food served by three well-dressed gentlemen. The vintage trio's philosophy is simple, making their breakfast "sing" by resurrecting old British classics, such as devilled eggs and lambs kidneys. For the less adventurous, stick to the eggs and house-cured meats for a great culinary experience.
Address: Chatsworth Road Market, Hackney
The Bull and Last Pub
It is known as a great place to enjoy a pint and good food while mulling over sports. With a young, creative team in the kitchen, it's a great find for visitors. The menu includes a fish board - great for sharing - and other highlights include crispy pig cheek and home-made charcuterie.
Address: 168 Highgate Road, HighgateTel: (020) 7267-3641
Ginger and White
A cute little neighbourhood cafe with delicious seasonal food - what more could you ask for to cure a hangover? Ginger and White focuses on British cuisine, from produce to platter. Artisan bread by The Flour Station is delivered daily, creamy butter is provided by local Coombe farm and other delicious produce comes from farmers around the region. Breakfast is served all day, with every item on the menu home-made. Cupcakes and sweets cater to those with allergies but if you don't suffer from nut allergies, try the home-made peanut butter. And remember to take a photograph of the latte art on display, before slurping some seriously good coffee.
Address: 4a-5a Perrins Court, Hampstead
Tel: (020) 7431-9098
Caravan Restaurant, Bar & Roastery
Another foodie destination in a market, Caravan is a great place to watch Londoners go about their daily business. The cafe in Exmouth Market is a restaurant, coffee hub and bar. Get up early or be prepared to rub shoulders with fellow eaters. The food is well-traveled, yet the produce local. The cornbread is a nice change to the regular sourdough served in neighboring cafes.
Address: 11-13 Exmouth Market
Tel: (020) 7833-8115
Dishoom
Indian-inspired dishes stream out on weekends to a hungry crowd. This breakfast eatery mixes up the Mumbai curry scene for breakfast - the naan bread is something that should be tried.
Address: 12 Upper St Martin's LaneTel: (020) 7420-9320
The Modern Pantry
Looking for that WOW factor for breakfast? Head to The Modern Pantry and expect the unexpected. Typical British classics are served with unusual ingredients, making it a great place to bring friends. Signature dishes include British fry-ups with plantain and French toast with an Asian twist.
Address: 48 St John's Square, Clerkenwell Tel: (020) 7553-9210
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