{"id":1148233,"date":"2026-08-14T14:15:44","date_gmt":"2026-08-14T14:15:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/1148233\/"},"modified":"2026-08-14T14:15:44","modified_gmt":"2026-08-14T14:15:44","slug":"unmissable-food-moments-to-experience-in-london-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/1148233\/","title":{"rendered":"Unmissable food moments to experience in London this summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/pe-1-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\" alt=\"Unmissable food moments to experience in London this summer\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\"\/><\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: PizzaExpress<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Summer menus have officially taken over London. British strawberries are at their sweetest, spritzes are replacing red wine, rooftop tables are in high demand and chefs are making the most of the season\u2019s best produce before autumn arrives. From making the most of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pizzaexpress.com\/expressfest\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"shortcode-outbound-link\" data-has-ga=\"true\" data-ga-type=\"click\" data-label=\"https:\/\/www.pizzaexpress.com\/expressfest\" data-action=\"text_cta_0\" data-category=\"click_non_sales\">PizzaExpress\u2019 ExpressFest with seasonal specials and exclusive summer offers<\/a> to one-off dining experiences you\u2019ll still be talking about in September, these are the food moments worth seeking out this summer.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/pe-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"a flat lay photo of a tabletop full of sushi and japanese dishes \" class=\"wp-image-418884\"  \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your idea of summer eats\u00a0 is trying somewhere new every weekend, Plated Knightsbridge should be firmly on your radar. Throughout August, some of the neighbourhood\u2019s most celebrated restaurants are serving exclusive dishes, limited-edition menus and special dining experiences you won\u2019t find at any other time of year. It\u2019s the perfect excuse to tick off several bucket-list restaurants in one visit, including spots like Sticks &amp; Sushi, Harry\u2019s and The Hyde Bar.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/pe-3-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"a freezer with door open showing stacked ice cream tubs with unusual flavours\" class=\"wp-image-418885\"  \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every summer, Londoners queue around the block for The Anya Hindmarch Ice Cream Project, and after one glance at the menu it\u2019s easy to see why. This year\u2019s collection transforms cupboard staples into surprisingly convincing ice cream flavours, with everything from Mini Cheddars and soy sauce to baked beans making an appearance. Equal parts bizarre and brilliant, it\u2019s become one of the capital\u2019s most photographed foodie traditions.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/pe-4-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"a waiter attends a couple in a pizzaexpress restaurant \" class=\"wp-image-418886\"  \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Long summer days call for leisurely lunches and golden-hour dinners, and PizzaExpress Bankside is perfectly placed for both. Just moments from the Thames, it\u2019s the ideal stop after a riverside stroll or before an evening exploring the South Bank. This summer, the restaurant is celebrating the season with ExpressFest \u2013 PizzaExpress\u2019s feel-good celebration of great food, live music and the joy of getting together. Expect fresh seasonal flavours, ice-cold drinks, epic giveaways and exclusive offers designed to make every visit feel like a summer occasion. Sip on 2 for \u00a314 cocktails or 2 for \u00a310 large Peroni while enjoying seasonal specials like the Chipotle Corn Palooza or Peach &amp; Parma Hot Romana. Make the most of the sunshine with a \u00a310 Power Lunch, or settle in for a starter and main for just \u00a320. The setlist looks impressive at ExpressFest \u2013 you won\u2019t want to miss out on this foodie feast!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/pe-5-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"photo of the southbank looking out towards the river with people walking about and sitting in chill out spaces \" class=\"wp-image-418887\"  \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Forget simply booking dinner \u2013 The BBQ Club turns the whole meal into an experience. Sitting right on the South Bank, this summer-only pop-up invites guests to cook elements of a six-course tasting menu over their own Big Green Egg barbecue while watching the sun set over the river. It\u2019s relaxed enough for a summer evening with friends but special enough to feel like an occasion, making it one of London\u2019s standout seasonal dining experiences.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/pe-6-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"an afternoon tea plate with sweet treats topped with strawberries\" class=\"wp-image-418888\"  \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">British strawberries are only at their best for a few short weeks, and The Langham\u2019s Palm Court makes the most of them with a limited-edition afternoon tea dedicated to the season. Expect beautifully crafted pastries, elegant cakes and delicate desserts showcasing sweet Kent strawberries in every imaginable form, all served beneath one of London\u2019s most iconic glass atriums. If you\u2019re only booking one afternoon tea this summer, this is the one worth making time for.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Image Credit: PizzaExpress Summer menus have officially taken over London. 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