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London has a thriving food market scene. The city is jam-packed full of indoor and outdoor stalls featuring dedicated local stalls selling delicious nosh – find Time Out’s guide to the best ones here.
If you’re looking for a place that will come with all the great bites, drinks, and atmosphere, but without the constant throng of tourists, a new night market in Leyton, east London could be the place for you. Currently operating as a Christmastime pop-up, organisers Leyton Calling just got permission from the council to reopen permanently in February.
The market is located in an old car park near Leyton Midland Station. When Danny Saunders, the owner of Leyton Calling, launched the market this December with rotating food vendors and weekly DJ sets. He said that he wanted to combine the energy of ‘vibrant night markets around the world’ with the east London nightlife that he loves.
As it has done throughout the Christmas period, the market will be open on weekends between 5pm and 11pm. It is hoped that this will keep noise and disruption for nearby homes minimal, although one local did object to music being played, saying that it would ‘disturb any peace we as residents have’. Can’t please everyone, eh?
Expect a range of cuisine: so far the food has ranged from tacos to steaks to pizza, and much more. There will also be plenty of drinks, games, and live music from both bands and DJs to enjoy. You’ll also be able to shop from the goods stalls, which will change week by week.
As part of its application, Leyton Calling requested the right to open as early as midday in order to accommodate seasonal events, so it seems like it has exciting plans for future pop-ups or special occasions.
An official opening date of Leyton’s new night market has not yet been revealed, but you can keep up with the latest on Leyton Calling’s social media here.
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