Food Halls
181 Piccadilly, W1A 1ER, Tel: 020 7734 8040, Website: www.fortnumandmason.co.uk,
Tube: Green Park/Piccadilly Circus,
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Although Fortnum and Mason's sells a whole host of traditional English and upmarket goods, the
store is most well-known for its famous ground-floor food hall. As well as offering favourites
including teas, relishes, chutneys and preserves, there are first-class chacuterie, patisserie and
confectionery departments (with hand made English chocolates). In the basement you'll also find a
well-stocked wine department as well as a range of luxury hampers.
87-135 Brompton Road, SW1X 7XL, Tel: 020 7730 1234, Website: www.harrods.com, Tube: Knightsbridge,
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While the vast majority of those shopping in Harrods' Food Hall purchase only souvenir teas, the
store still boasts an excellent range of gourmet items as well as highly impressive meat and fish
counters. In addition there's an excellent Neuhaus chocolate counter, delicious pastries (including
Lebanese baklava) and a quality wine and beer department on the floor below.
109-125 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7RJ, Tel: 020 7235 5000, Website: www.harveynichols.com,
Tube: Knightsbridge,
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Arguably the most expensive of London's department store food halls, The Fifth Floor combines a
modern aesthetic with designer products and packaging. As well as own-label sauces, pastas, oils,
savouries and snacks, there are the usual bread, meat, fish and cheese counters, along with a truly
impressive wine selection. And, if you don't fancy carting a whole load of groceries back home,
Harvey Nichols also offer door-to-door delivery and a shop by fax service.
400 Oxford Street, W1A 1AB, Tel: 08708 377 377, Website: www.selfridges.co.uk,
Tube: Bond Street/March Arch,
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Although not the prettiest of London's food halls, Selfridges is a favourite thanks to excellent
cheese, fish and deli counters, plus an affordable range of Italian, Indian, Chinese and Japanese
foodstuffs. For those with a sweeter tooth, there's also a first-class range of Middle Eastern
sweets, while chocolate lovers can indulge themselves with Belgian assortments from Godiva and
Leonidas. Made complete by a quality wine, beer, Champagne and spirits department, Selfridges is by
far the most appealing for an ordinary (rather than special occasion) shop. We're not saying you'll
give up cheaper supermarkets altogether, but it's easily the most accessible food hall listed here.
Recommended.
Health Food
49 Parkway, London NW1 7PN, Tel: 020 7428 7575, Website: www.freshandwild.com,
Tube: Camden Town,
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Specialising in organic fruit, vegetables, breads and other foodstuffs, Fresh and Wild's London
store also boasts a good deli and well-stocked wine range. Furthermore, there's a natural remedy
section offering all manner of cures and treatments for common allergies/health conditions. The
store's juice bar and freshly made take-away foods are both very popular with regulars. Also with a
store in Soho.
Tea and Coffee
 79 Duke Street, W1, Tel: 020 7629
3913, Website: www.hrhiggins.co.uk,
Tube: Bond Street,
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Along with its own coffee shop, H R Higgins offers a fine selection of specialist coffee and teas,
sourced far and wide from around the globe. With coffee blends and beans imported from 10 different
countries, and teas from India, Ceylon and China, you're sure to find something here that'll tickle
the taste buds. And, whilst other coffee stores in London may stock equally impressive selections,
H R Higgins stands out thanks to competitive prices and first-rate service. Recommended.
The Tea House
 15A Neal Street, Covent Garden, WC2H 9PU, Tel: 020 7240 7539,
Tube: Covent Garden,
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Gift selections and touristy knick-knacks aside, this popular Covent Garden emporium stocks one of
the best tea ranges in London. Of course, along with teas such as Earl Grey and Darjeeling, you'll
find varieties from Turkey and Russia as well as black and green teas from China and Japan. And, to
help you make the perfect cuppa, the shop sells all manner of tea paraphernalia including pots,
cups and tea infusers. A worthy find.
Wine and Spirits
Cadenhead's Covent Garden Whisky Shop
 3 Russell Street, WC2B 5JD, Tel: 020 7379 4640, Website: www.coventgardenwhiskyshop.co.uk
Tube: Covent Garden,
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Specialising in limited edition single-cask Scotch, Cadenhead's Whisky shop is a delight for
connoisseurs and occasional buyers alike. With a truly enthusiastic approach to their trade, the
shop's range includes sought after malts, gift boxes and an extensive collection of top-quality
rums. With an easy to find location just off Covent Garden piazza.
Jeroboams (Previously La Reserve)
56 Walton Street, SW3 1RB, Tel: 020 7589 2020, Website: www.jeroboams.co.uk, Tube: Knightsbridge,
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Focusing upon French and North American vineyards, Jeroboams are naturally keen to emphasize the
high-quality of their wines. After all, every vintage has been carefully selected, having been
bought on the basis of their individuality and style. Along with quaffable everyday wines, there's
a fine selection of more upmarket bottles (including some excellent dessert wines), Champagne, rare
and unique vintages and a top-notch spirits collection.
3 Greek Street, W1V 6NX, Tel: 020 7437 9311, Website: www.milroys.co.uk, Tube: Leicester Square,
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Boasting over 300 different whiskies, Milroy's not only stocks the very best Scottish single-malts,
but smooth Irish whiskies, bourbons and bottles from other producing nations such as Japan. A
tasting bar and knowledgeable staff make it a recommended visit.
157 Great Portland Street, W1N 5FB, Tel: 020 7580 1622, Website: www.nicolas.co.uk, Tube: Great Portland Street,
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As one of twenty-five Nicolas stores in London, the shop favours French wines from Bordeaux, Rhone and
the Loire, also stocking an excellent range of Champagnes including Laurent Perrier (great value),
Dom Perignon, Krug and Tattinger.
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