Food is commonly recognised as a way of bringing people together -- in our built environment spaces to eat are not only key amenities, they are also spaces where communities gather. From ChinaTown, to the Bengali community on Brick Lane and the Latin Village in Tottenham, understanding London through its food is to understand the diversity of cultures, religions and communities within our city.
A wonderful reminder of Brixton's rural past and inner London's last working mill. Built in 1816 by the Ashby family who produced flour until 1934. Restored to working order 2011.
Unknown, 1816
Meet the Architects Tour Hackney School of Food, Oswald Street, Lower Clapton, E5 0BT 9 September 1030-130pm Tour of our award-winning kitchen & gardens led by our architects, Surman Weston and the team behind our food education hub.
Surman Weston, 1970
Nag's Head Market has occupied its current site since 1975, and it has recently been overhauled by Office S&M to support its diverse traders that cater for the local community.
Office S&M, 2023
The Nourish Hub turned a vacant post-office into community space where learning about healthy eating and cooking food is used to connect diverse cultures, teach meaningful skills and bring people together. This project is supported by the Mayor of London.
RCKa, 2021
recreational, restaurant/bar, industrial
The Small Beer Brewery was founded in 2017 by James Grundy and Felix James. It is the first of its kind, specialising in brewing world class beer at a sociable strength.
Garbers & James Architects, 2018