In the midst of crowds, it is often extremely difficult to find somewhere to eat. Portobello Market is the exception to this with a myriad of food stalls lining the street. Most people who visit the market come to taste the extensive varieties of food. Offering a wide range of ethnic cuisine to conventional British food, the market stalls are perfect for a quick bite. The vibrant hub of food stalls create a lively atmosphere, making it one of the most special markets in London.
By Chelsea Davis
'Gastronomico- Great Spanish Food'
One of the first food stalls in the market is traditional Spanish food. Full with flavour and a kick of spice, the chorizo sausage will certainly wake you up from a slow stroll on Portobello. Cooking the different dishes together in a huge skillet mixes all the flavours, and is a must-try stall in the market. Offering vegetarian friendly foods such as a cucumber and cherry tomato salad, the stall will quench everyone's taste buds. Delightful aromas fill Portobello, and with nothing over £7, Gastronomico is a perfect pit stop for Spanish cuisine lovers.
'Jamon Jamon'- Spanish Paella
With the signature paella dish, Jamon Jamon is one of the most delicious street meals you can come across on Portobello Market. Similar to Gastronomico, this stall uses two enormous pans to cook their dishes. Not only is great food available, but watching the paella being made is part of the excitement of Jamon Jamon. People crowd around the market stall just to watch the cooks create the famous paella. You can smell the perfect blend of food from feet away. Offering the traditional Valencia paella and the fish paella for less than £6.50, the food stall is a sight to see in Notting Hill.
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Jollof Pot'- Ghanaian Cuisine
This modern take on west African cuisine is inspired by the popular street food stalls in Ghana. Many people who frequent the market have no understanding of the concept of Ghanaian food, but curious Londoners line up at the stall every weekend. Once they get their first taste, they keep coming back. Spicy tends to be an understatement, so a fiery tolerant taste palette is essential. Having no visible menu at the stall, what you see is what you get, making Jollof Pot one of the most unique food stalls in Portobello. With superb surprises like roasted plantains and prices £6 and under for a pot of exotic African food is like no other stall in Portobello Market.
Bakery stall
For those who want a change of pace from spice rich and savory food, the bakery stall is filled to the brim with treats to satisfy the sweet tooth. From traditional carrot cake and custard tarts to new recipes like cheesecake brownies, there is something for any market goer. At the right time of day, usually towards the end market, the bakery stall offers two sugary delights for only £1. While other food stalls try to break cuisine boundaries and cook exotic food, the bakery stall provides homemade treats that make you feel like you're in your grandparents kitchen.
