Cadogan Guide to London Markets
by Phil Harris

From the Cadogan Guides series.

The perfect companion for natives and visitors alike, Cadogan throws open the doors to London's market life with trademark wit and insider knowledge. Covering every aspect of London long story of market trading -- the colourful history, the mechanics of obtaining produce and the lowdown of market language and terminology, this is the only guide you need to haggle your way around the capital! Covering markets of all shapes, sizes and types -- fish, fruit and vegetables, antiques, flowers, vintage clothing, crafts, books and anythign and everything in between -- this unique guide is a mine of knowledge and a fascinating glimpse into a fast-changing way of life. Pocket it and take to the streets.

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'Berwick Street Market is certainly worth saving. Although the bustle has diminished, dozens of stalwart traders still offer the cheapest fruit and veg in the West End. "Fill yer boots with bananas, 19p a pound," yells Paul outside the King of Corsica pub, while his mate Charlie, a Berwick Street star with a voice like a foghorn, sings the praises of "sparra-grass". Charlie, known as Norman (after Norman Wisdom), is small and wiry. He never stands still, leaping around the stall, deftly tipping a scoop of "avos" into a bag while foraging in his market trader's money-bag, a denim pouch with a zip-up pocket for notes. A passing group of schoolgirls goads him on as he explodes into action, hollering his heart out.'

- Track down a string of Georgian pearls on Portobello Road
- Find an old Venetian mirror next to a mowing machine in Lisson Grove
- Take a break in the Bookshop for Cooks with a slice of cranberry and yogurt cake

Chapters include:

- Central London
- West London
- North London
- East London
- Southeast London
- Southwest London
- Markets within the M25 Area

maps, illustrations, index

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