'Restaurant-quality' London food trucks including one in an old fire engine

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Welcome back to The Slice!
It's been a rainy week, but we're not letting it dull our shine. And neither should you.
This week we're trying the Parisian lobster spot popping up in London, checking out new-on-the-block 'chic Greek' Myrtos, and spending the perfect Friday night at London Zoo Lates.
We're also on the hunt for the best food trucks in London, including the delightful Chubby Dumpling by dad and daughter duo Chantel and Joe.
Plus, when the skies finally clear, discover sunshine spots to hit up like The Aperol Spritz Aperidisco at Hackney Bridge.
Read on for a whole range of recommendations for 7-8 June, handpicked as always by The Slice.
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By Sophie Laughton
Thanks to OMA and co., 'chic Greek' is having a moment in London. Headed by Michelin-starred chef Asimakis Chaniotis, Myrtos is the latest on the scene, settling into a posh spot in South Ken with stunning Aegean blue decor and classy clientele.
For even more prestige, they've teamed up with renowned Athenian bar Line, No 6 on the World's Best Bars list, just behind London's legendary Tayer + Elementary. We like the floral Orange Blossom Collins and Myrtos' signature Negroni, made earthy and complex with toasted fennel seed and goat butter.
A lovely parade of dishes (ask for them in stages – we couldn't keep up) starts with bread and excellent dips. Small plates include quality bluefin tuna, a squid skewer in jet-black sauce, and rustic Briam, a skillet of grilled Mediterranean veggies which has a similar effect to that dish from Ratatouille.
For mains, the lobster giouvetsi is a buttery, seafood-soaked standout. Dessert? The loukoumades – sweet fried cinnamon puffs – are delicious but keep leaping out of the bowl. Our pick: ultra-rich chocolate mousse – the haute-cuisine version of eating Dairy Milk with a spoon.
Small plates from £12, sharing mains from £28. 260-262 Brompton Rd, South Kensington, SW3 2AS. Book here.
The humble lobster roll is a simple dish, but that doesn't mean it's easy to get right. Paris-based Homer Lobster hopped onto the Eurostar to grace us Londoners with a taste of their famous lobster rolls. Homer Lobster is cool (like so many things that come from Paris), and isn't scared to introduce playful creations.
Their newest, most decadent invention is the £19 Truffle x Homer Surf n Turf Patty Melt, made with Truffle's aged beef burger and sauce, strong cheddar and raclette cheese, meaty lobster claw, and toasted brioche. It's basically a whole dinner between two slices of bread.
It's not all perfect: we'd love some more of their famous burger sauce and some parts were more bread than filling. If you do want to get your hands on it, be quick. Homer Lobster is only here until 15 June, and the Patty Melt is limited to just 20 a day. Once it's gone it's gone!
Truffle burger & homer patty melt, £19. Classic lobster roll, £15.50. Connecticut lobster roll, £16. South Bank, Belvedere Rd, 45 Berwick St, SE1 8XX. Just turn up!
Best for: delightful comfort food
Father-daughter duo Chantel and Joe serve freshly made dumplings from their 1992 fire engine. They specialise in mouth-watering Chinese dumplings and drive around catering at events, festivals and pop-ups.
Their 'chubby box' is six dumplings served with noodles and Asian pickles, topped with crispy fried shallots, spring onions, coriander and sesame seeds. Keep an eye on their Instagram to find out where they'll be next.
Chubby box, £9. Brockley Market on Saturdays and Victoria Park on Sundays. See what else they're up to here.
Best for: a cheap but tasty lunch
If you're looking for delicious pizza on a budget and in a hurry, this is the place. The bright blue van serves up a traditional Neapolitan street food: Pizza A Portafoglio, a folded delicacy also known as 'wallet pizza'. Top tip: Don't ask to add pineapple or chicken on top.
Pizza a portafoglio, £5. Larger pizzas from £9. Old Spitalfields Market, 16 Horner Square.
Best for: your new working from home treat?
Clapham locals will want to hear this one. Just when we thought we'd found the very best sandwiches in the capital, in comes Outside by Trinity, a food truck taking over Trinity's restaurant's terrace.
The options sound (and look) real tasty – like the red curry prawn sandwich with coconut curry prawns, smashed cucumber and coleslaw. So could it become one of our new favourites? Look out for a full review from The Slice soon.
Sandwiches from £9.95. 4 The Polygon, Clapham. Find out more here.
Too Many Critics is back, and you're invited. Food critics become chefs for the night cooking a 5-course dinner at Canary Wharf's Roe to raise money for Action Against Hunger.
Look forward to tasty dishes like the Spiced lamb skewer with smoked onion yoghurt and hot honey.
16 June, get your ticket here.
Black Sheep Coffee has a bold new drinks range for summer, from Lavender Matcha Lemonade, to Lychee Matcha Lemonade, and Peaches & Cream Matcha Latte. The matcha is slightly overpowered by the lemonade in some drinks, but subtle enough to be enjoyed by matcha devotees and beginners alike. And it's so refreshing.
There are even optional boosters like CBD or gut health supplements to level up your drink. An yes, fan-favourite Norwegian Matcha Waffles are also back, best enjoyed with whipped cream, Nutella, or fresh fruit.
Drinks from £2.79, food from £1.29. Various locations, just walk in!
To celebrate National Fish and Chips day on 6 June, the Nothin' Fishy pop-up van will roll into Camden High Street to dish out FREE fish 'n' chip butties with help from football legend Chris Kamara.
Get your helping from 11am-3.30pm.
To celebrate Pride, Shake Shack has launched the Pride Shake, featuring vanilla frozen custard, crushed shortbread, rainbow sprinkles, topped with a swirl of whipped cream and strawberry glaze.
Even better? £1 from each shake goes to support incredible local LGBTQIA+ charities.
Did someone say free fried chicken? Late-night cocktail bar, Dang's, is giving away 150 free buckets of Southern Thai-style fried chicken.
Swing by at 3pm and get stuck in.
Fancy having a nosy around green spaces that are tucked away or normally closed? This is your chance.
Discover rooftop gems, community spaces and more for the London Open Garden 2025.
Get your tickets here.
This week, all of London's coolest creatives are all in one place: SXSW London.
The UK debut of the iconic Austin festival is lighting up Shoreditch with 420+ sessions covering 29 buzzing venues – all celebrating the next wave of global talent and innovation in film, tech, music and more.
Until 7 June, buy your pass here.
The FREE Lambeth Country Show is back this weekend, with its usual eclectic line up in Brockwell Park.
Expect plenty of bars and food stalls like Mama Little's Rumcake and Trini food from Umana Yana.
Brockwell Park, 7-8 June 2025, 1pm-9pm. Find out more.
Market Place St Paul's is giving away foodie freebies for 11 days straight!
Get your hands on massive pizza slices, souvlaki wraps and sushi rolls. Until 12 June, 5-7pm daily.
Summer By The River at London Bridge City is putting on a pretty packed schedule of events all summer.
And it's all FREE. Highlights include a Tango dance performance and a Wicked Sing Along.
See the full schedule here.
The Aperol Spritz Aperidisco has returned! This year it's on Hackney Bridge. That means Aperol Spritz Masterclasses, an exciting music line-up, the brand new Aperidisco BBQ on Sundays and more.
Tickets for opening night are sold out, but find out exactly when you can visit here.
Every Friday evening in June and July from 6pm, London Zoo opens for a special adults only after-hours experience. Attention Disney adults: from next month, Disney's The Lion King will be performing. More Trending
Look forward to a behind-the-scenes look at the show's puppetry, as well as an exclusive close-up encounter with Zazu, the hornbill puppet.
After you've watched the immersive show, explore the zoo after dark and indulge in a wide selection of street food.
Disney's The Lion King live performance, every Friday at 9:30pm. London Zoo Lates, 6 June-25 July. Tickets, £21.50. Book here.
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