Description

Celia Brooks began her improbable culinary journey as the private chef for the renowned film director, Stanley Kubrick. She has since gone on to work with some of the biggest names in the food industry, including Heston Blumenthal and Paul Hollywood, while also running her own catering and food consultancy business, and writing popular cookbooks.

Experience 1: Marylebone Morsels

A foodies dream come true; spend half a day with TV chef, Celia Brooks discovering one of London’s most desirable postcodes. Hitting the streets of Marylebone Village, explore emporiums specialising in cheese, chocolate, and champagne, meet the specialists and taste their creations. Along the way, there’ll be eclectic market stalls and little-known gems, from a Japanese knife shop to an Arabian food store.

Experience 2: Portobello Road

Portobello Road is known as one of the funkiest street markets in London, but few are aware of the culinary gems peppered throughout this iconic neighbourhood. As a former Notting Hill resident, Celia is armed with all the local foodie knowledge and lets you in on the food scene. Unearth culinary treasures including fine hams, olives, exotic spices, luxurious sweet treats, cookbooks and tableware.The day concludes with London's most authentic Mexican tacos and margaritas.

Experience 3: Covent Garden

Celia will greet you with a delicious Ladurée macaroon to kick the morning into gear. She will guide you through Covent Garden's rich history, uncovering the area's hidden gems and by-passing the tourist traps. You can look forward to a host of treats, including English cheeses, a mini chocolate masterclass, Egyptian street food, tastings from the latest pop-ups, and more. A unique Italian wine and tapas tasting completes the colourful day out.

Experience 4: Kensington

This is the opportunity to uncover the gastronomic secrets of one of London's chicest neighbourhoods. Visit some of the finest boutique shops to enjoy exclusive tastings and shopping discounts as you learn about sourcing and cooking with specific ingredients. You'll blaze a trail through the delicacies of Belgravia and Knightsbridge, including chocolate galore, extraordinary British cheeses, luscious Arabic mezze, and a whizz through Harrod's incredible food hall. Wrap up with a glass of wine and a gift from one of London’s most iconic cook shops.

Whatever the culinary curiosity, Celia will find a way to surprise and inspire you on this grand tour of a little piece of gastronomic paradise.