How Do You Eat Well In London?
When Americans travel to the United Kingdom – particularly London – they are often surprised that while the area is a melting pot of European flavors, most local menus are overwhelmed with red meat and fried fish and have a surprising lack of salads, fruit and vegetables. Instead of going hungry on your next trip, take the following steps for a healthy, satisfying mealtime. Get your fill of local flavor, then head to the more expensive restaurants. Pubs are known for beer, greasy fair and sports games on television. The higher-priced restaurants, if you can afford them, will have more options. Don’t be afraid of Pizza Hut. Busy town centers like Leicester Square and Picadilly Circus are teeming with Italian, Asian, Indian and other international cuisines. But the sauces, dressings and even the salsa will taste different from the West. If you’re longing for something familiar, the American chains can be a nice break from the strange. Hit the markets. Spring and summer are the ideal seas
