London has become our home, and with that comes local insight you won’t find in a guidebook. This is our London Black Book—a curated list of where we actually go to eat, drink, and stay. We live in the center of the city, not the suburbs, so this isn’t a tourist list. It’s a collection of the places Londoners love: natural wine bars, standout Thai and Indian spots, Michelin-starred restaurants, and easy neighborhood favorites.
London’s mix of food, shopping, and history makes it one of the most dynamic cities in Europe. It’s also an easy gateway from the U.S., and we used to plan stopovers here whenever we were traveling elsewhere in Europe.
We’ve pulled together the restaurants, hotels, and shops that we return to again and again. Check back often for updates—our Black Book evolves as we discover more of what makes London such an exciting place to live and eat. Subscribers get full access.
Last updated October 2025. Check back for updates.