
The rise of the upmarket greasy spoon
Norman’s Cafe in London, the one that started it all, has led to new-age caffs cropping up around the country. Are they caricaturing working class culture or a giving a welcome spin on classic British food?
Norman’s Cafe in London, the one that started it all, has led to new-age caffs cropping up around the country. Are they caricaturing working class culture or a giving a welcome spin on classic British food?
Thanks to homemade Gujarati food and a cult Instagram following, this is one of Stoke Newington's most-loved family businesses.
Cheap sushi, pastry platters and freshly-shot pigeon: food in Succession isn’t there to be eaten. Instead, it implies that where there is food, there is abundance and – crucially – money.
Main character of the week: Our divided nation has finally united to defend chicken balls and chips against attacks from the US.
The great leveller of lunches isn’t as affordable as it used to be. What does that tell us about where our country’s headed?