Maltby Street Market
Ropewalk
London’s full of surprises, hidden little gems, this is one of them.
The once dark arches of Maltby Street are now enjoying a new lease of life, a revival. A ten minute walk from Tower Bridge, south side of the river, towards Bermondsey you’ll find Ropewalk, buzzing with life. A vibrant mix of pop up street food vendors sit along side a micro gin distillery & brewery.
Ropewalks’ narrow street bursting with an abundance of counter tops laden with plates of tantalising tasters, savoury & sweet; salads, dips & relishes. Seared steaks, toasties & wraps. Mexican, Chinese & of course the obligatory frankfurter! My daughter & I, so indecisive on what to eat, half & half the usual the answer. Goats cheese, walnut & honey sandwich, toasted with a press onto a hot plate and seared fresh tuna, rocket & red onion bun. Delicious, hit the spot very well.
At the mouth of an arch, an old sideboard sat covered with bottles of gin, cocktail shakers & a marked up chalkboard, Little Bird Gin. Inside, low light created a mysterious ambience of the arches former days. Table legs hung from the ceiling, wall shelves filled with rows of old terracotta tiles. An eclectic mix of random furniture packed tightly together as people sipped gin cocktails from their jarred glasses and the waiters handed out hot water bottles, a welcoming touch on a cold damp day,
Top tip, carry cash!
When in London, Maltby Street is a must.
Saturday & Sunday 10am till 4pm
Photography credits: Copywrite 2015sarajorme
Email: sarajorme@cooksandcaptures.co.uk
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