walk/tour
In front of, Wood Green Station, N22 5JU
This walking tour with a relaxed pace is a culturally immersive food journey through one of North London’s most vibrant and underappreciated culinary corridors. The area from Manor House to Wood Green is famous for rich Turkish, Kurdish, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, bakery, café, and family-run eateries.
Turnpike Lane, Wood Green
Harringay Green Lanes
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Meet in front of Wood Green Station. Tour end in front of Harringay Green Lanes Station Duration: 2.5hrs aprx
Route notes: Flat pavement walking along the high street. Some eateries have wheelchair ramps, wide doors for easy in/out access.
Possible traffic noises, bright lights, food smells when along walking high street. Some restaurants and cafes offer seating outside.
Guided tour
13:00–15:30
A walking tour with a relaxed pace is a culturally immersive food journey along the Borough of Culture Haringey in 2027
How to book
Bookings will open at midday on 19 August. You won't be able to book a ticket before then.
One Street. Many Cultures. Endless Flavours.
Step off the beaten track and join us for a food adventure along Green Lanes — one of London's most vibrant and multicultural culinary destinations.
Whether you're a visitor, a Londoner after something different, or simply a curious foodie, this tour invites you to explore the flavours, traditions, and stories that have made Green Lanes famous.
Wander through a lively neighbourhood of authentic Turkish, Kurdish, Cypriot, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Balkan eateries — family-run restaurants, cosy cafés, artisan bakeries, traditional sweet shops, and hidden local favourites that have served their communities for generations.
Along the way you'll:
* Taste authentic dishes from around the world
* Meet the local chefs, bakers, and business owners behind them
* Hear the stories behind the food — and the people who make it
* Discover hidden gems loved by locals, not tourists
* Experience the warmth and hospitality that make Green Lanes one of London's best-kept culinary secrets
More than a food tour, this is a cultural journey celebrating the people, traditions, and flavours that bring Haringey to life.
Whether it's your first visit to Green Lanes or a return to a favourite neighbourhood, you'll leave with new tastes, new stories, and memories worth savouring.
Come hungry. Leave inspired
Celebrating Food • Culture • Community
The Golden Key Academy is a course training up insightful and engaging guides dedicated to explaining London and bringing its many stories to life. This tour is part of a wider collection of tours created by Golden Key Academy guides for the Open House Festival celebrating their conclusion of the eight month course.
Further information on the Golden Key Academy can be found here https://open-city.org.uk/golden-key-academy
If you would like to attend this tour, please ensure you have booked a ticket before turning up.
