Are you ready for an unforgettable vegan culinary experience in the heart of London? 

Join  Vegan Tours NY as we head to Happycow´s #1 vegan-friendly city, London!

As the countdown to Vegancampout begins, immerse yourself in a delectable adventure that tantalizes your taste buds and celebrates the vibrant world of plant-based cuisine! 

A very special guest, Clare - thelittlelondonvegan will join us for part of the programm as well.

If you are new to London, we recommend arriving a few days ahead to get some sightseeing in!

Welcome to London!

You can arrive anytime today and leave your bags at the hotel. Then, we suggest heading out to explore!

Lots of places are within walking distance of our hotel or just hop on the tube!

For dinner, we will start our Foodie Days off with a vegan food tour in Camden, during which you will get to taste a variety of different foods this city has to offer.

After dinner, why not enjoy a drink on our hotel´s rooftop bar?

Breakfast at Mildred´s 

One of London´s iconic restaurants, Mildred´s has been feeding the city since 1988 (originally on Greek Street). Now fully vegan, it is still a favorite among locals and visitors alike. https://www.mildreds.com/ 

We will be joined by Clare, aka The Little London Vegan ! https://www.instagram.com/thelittlelondonvegan/

Rock N Roll Walking tour

Then, we will walk in the footsteps of rock and roll royalty and visit the locations and venues where rock and roll legends played, recorded, performed, drank, caused trouble and hung out. Experience London's unrivalled music history through the eyes of our greatest ever musicians. Discover where it all began for mega bands such as The Stones, The Beatles, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin and more. Be amazed at the secret rock and roll landmarks concealed in plain sight all over central London. 

Afternoon tea

Afternoon tea is a beloved British tradition that has evolved over the years. It is said to have been introduced by Anna, the Duchess of Bedford, in the early 1840s. She would get hungry in the late afternoon and started requesting a light meal with tea to be served in her room. Traditional afternoon tea typically includes a selection of finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, and a variety of cakes and pastries. The sandwiches are often filled with cucumber, egg salad, smoked salmon, or other delicate options. Of course, we will enjoy a vegan version of all those goodies! 

Since we will enjoy afternoon tea on the later side, there will be no dinner included today - so this is a great opportunity to see a show in the West End or head to a local pub, for example. Most pubs have good vegan options as well. 

Breakfast at Mallow 

Today, we start off with breakfast at Mallow - indulge in a full English or a Kimchi croque monsieur, maybe? https://mallowlondon.com/ 

Borough market 

After breakfast, we will have some time to check out Borough market, a favorite among London´s food markets.

Free afternoon 

Enjoy this afternoon to visit the Tower of London, a museum, do some shopping or just enjoy a pint at a local pub.

Dinner at Gauthier Soho 

When Michelin-starred French chef Alexis Gauthier went vegan a few years back, it raised a few eyebrows in the industry. When, in 2019, he announced that Gauthier Soho would be going fully vegan within the next couple of years, it caused a lot of fuss and seemed to delight and irk people in equal measure. In truth, the move wasn’t entirely surprising, given Gauthier’s long-standing interest in creating innovative vegetable-focused menus. His seven-course vegan tasting menu, Petit Dîner, has become something of a hit with diners of all dietary persuasions. With the headline-grabbing Salsify, a dish made with samphire, charcoal, nori and juniper hollandaise and other similarly creative wonders, such as shiitake caviar with tapioca, this is vegan fine dining at possibly its very finest. https://www.gauthiersoho.co.uk/ 

 Shoreditch Streetart walking tour 

The Shoreditch area of London has been an internationally significant street art location since the early 2000s. Its walls have been decorated by leading local street artists such as Banksy, Eine, D*Face, Sweet Toof and Pure Evil while many of the world’s leading artists such as Swoon, Roa, Blek Le Rat and Vhils among others have placed beautiful artworks on the street. The area supports a thriving community including street artists and graffiti writers, street art galleries, street artist studios, suppliers and other creative industries. 

Lunch at Unity Diner 

Today, we will grab lunch at Unity Diner, Earthling Ed´s restaurant. This not-for-profit restaurants was able to establish https://www.surgesanctuary.org/ just a few years after opening. 

Why not enjoy fish & chips - you are in London, after all! 

https://www.unitydiner.co.uk/

Cheese tasting at La Fauxmagerie 

Finally, we will visit La Fauxmagerie - it is the UK’s first plant-based cheesemonger! They bring you the UK’s most delicious, decadent and inspired plant-based cheeses fit for the finest cheese board. Whether you are looking for alternatives to dairy for ethical or health reasons, or whether you are simply looking for your next culinary adventure, we've got you covered. They have cheeses for every purpose: melting, grating, spreading, relishing and devouring! We also offer a range of plantbased preserves, breads, and accoutrements to add the perfect final touches to your cheese banquet https://lafauxmagerie.com/