Brixton Market Tour with African and Caribbean Cuisine
Description
For pics and vids of the tour visit our IG: @GorgeousToursUK Private groups of 10+ available via request. Group rates available. Join us on a journey through Brixton, uncovering hidden gems and indulging in delicious African and Caribbean cuisine. Visit iconic sites that hold cultural significance, delving into the history of Brixton. Explore the vibrant street art scene, discovering captivating artworks that showcase the area's creativity. Step into Brixton Market, a bustling hub where cultures collide and flavors intertwine. Explore the vibrant stalls and immerse yourself in the multi-cultural atmosphere. Discover new African and Caribbean foods, fruits, and spices, expanding your palate. The highlight of our tour will be visiting 4/5 exceptional local eateries that specialise in African and Caribbean cuisine. Prepare to be tantalised as we sample an array of mouthwatering dishes and delectable desserts, each bursting with authentic flavours and aromas.
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Itinerary
See and take pictures of Brixton's local boy David Bowie Mural.
Explore and learn about this multicultural market that was made famous by Eddie Grant's hit single "Electric Avenue". As we explore the markets, you'll be given the opportunity to touch, smell and taste some of the foods, herbs and spices from all corners of the world.
Here we will sample some great street food from one of the best vendors in the area. The herbs and spices used to prepare their meals have been handed down from generation to generation.
This food mecca is a must!!! Within the village lies one of London's best-kept secrets. We will visit and have some light bites at this food establishment that is often frequented by celebrities such as Idris Alba, Stormzy etc.
No food tasting would be complete without authentic homemade treats, desserts and cakes.... So to finish off our tour we will visit 2 of the best bakeries in the area. Here we will sample traditional, freshly made on-site, Caribbean patties (chicken, veg, beef, lamb or fish) and then to a wonderful homemade dessert and cake stall in the heart of the market.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for vegan diet
- Pescatarian diet (surcharge applies)
- Not suitable for people with sever mobility issues
Reviews(203)
This was amazing. Obi was injured so couldn't lead, but he met up with our group at 3 stops. Courtney filled in as our guide and was fantastic. Funny, engaging, personable, knowledgeable. The food was great. We stopped at multiple shops for Jamaican Patties ( spicy and a favorite), oxtail, chili chicken, Jamaican snack food, Nigerian Jollof rice( my fave), fried plantains(so good)and puff puffs, and a variety of incredible fruits as we wandered the market, learned the history of the Windrush generation/ immigration, the food, the market, neighborhood area, and famous residents. We ended at a restaurant in the arcade for jerk chicken, plantains, rice and chickpeas with fun local drinks (I had sorrel). We were a small group with a variety of solo travelers, but had so much fun, we stayed and visited with Courtney and each other at the restaurant 30 minutes after the tour was done. I learned a lot, had delicious food and had a blast in an area most tourists don't get to. I was the only white girl and traveling solo, but was welcomed eagerly. I can't recomendé this tour enough. Next trip I want to take Obi's historical tour of London from the black immigrant perspective. I'll do this food tour again, too.
Courtney is an enthusiastic & friendly guide who included everyone in the group & worked hard to ensure we enjoyed the experience. Without giving too much away we did about 7 stops around Brixton Market to try different produce & dishes from Africa & The West Indies. We particularly noticed how flavoursome the fruits were in comparison with our sometimes bland supermarket produce & we loved the patties from Healthy Eaters. The meal we had at The Ritzy was delicious & plentiful. We weren’t rushed at The Ritzy as we enjoyed the many tasty dishes which were beautifully presented & we were given an explanation of the ingredients etc. If you are looking for an introduction to Brixton this tour is a great place to start.
Obi you made the time so informative and fun for everyone. An outstanding tour for locals and tourists. Highly recommended to everyone.
It was fantastic! Our guide Courtney led the tour with so much wit and love - we were thrilled. We will definitely book the tour again when we are back in London. The food was super delicious and there was a lot of it. One of the best tours I have ever done in my life!
This was the highlight of our trip to London! I highly recommend this experience for a little history with amazing food! Obi was an exemplary guide!
This was the best part of our trip—we learned about the history of black London and how the history of Brixton resembles Harlem’s. Our tour guide, Obi, was an amazing, engaging, charismatic host with a great sense of humor. You could tell he loves his city and shared so much of his knowledge and personal experiences with us. Go on an empty stomach because there is LOTS of delicious food to eat—including the best beef patty I’ve had in my life (and I’ve had quite a few!).
Second time taking this tour! Since the Brixton area is every changing we were able to get new insight on its current state and the need to keep telling the oral history. This is one of our "must do" experiences when bringing someone to London for the first time. Obi is a wonderful tour guide and gives you insight on Brixton and the London experience from the African and Caribbean perspective. Add it to your list when in London.
This was an amazing experience. Courtney was our guide and he was very knowledgeable, passionate and caring. The tour ran smoothly and each stop had some of the most delicious Caribbean and African in Brixton. Each of us on the tour felt taken care of and we even created a bond within the group. 10/10
I was looking forward to exploring a new-to-me neighborhood in London and trying different foods, and I got much much more! Not only did I try some incredible, flavorful food, but I also met great people, and learned a great deal of Black London history that I did not know before. Obi is a truly exceptional tour leader. He makes the effort to engage participants while taking us to Black owned businesses in Brixton, which is quickly becoming gentrified. It was great learning about which businesses are still locally owned and trying their foods. The flavors were phenomenal! When I head back home to The Bay Area, I need to find authentic places that make Jamaican patties and Nigerian Jollof rice! Those two foods were my favorite. The tour ends with a family style meal while sharing stories. Thank you to Obi for a wonderful afternoon in Brixton!
What a phenomenal experience and history lesson on the people and area of Brixton. Obi our tour guide was such a humble, energetic wealth of knowledge- he made sure to know everyone’s name and gave us each a thank you card. I highly recommend this tour, it was one of our best and delicious experiences in London!!
