As you would expect, this is the place to go for cheese as well as so much more…read more If you get there early enough in the day you can pick up delicious stuffed roti, samosas and ciabatta but the demand is high and they quickly sell out. The cheese selection unsurprisingly steals all the thunder. Other than a trip to France, I doubt that you will be able to find such choice and quality. To complete the list and tick all the boxes, The Cheese Block boasts fantastic meringues, baklava, fresh bread and an epicurean selection of condiments and confectionery. Should every shop not be like this?

I am updating this review after a most disappointing visit today. I go in here to take a long…read moreleisurely amble around the cheese selection, tasting and discussing everything with the experts behind the counter. However, today there was an extremely grumpy man behind the counter who when I asked him to recommend a good strong cheddar, simply said: "There are loads of Cheddars at the end, take your pick". Well, the reason I asked was to get an expert recommendation, not to simply pick one out of several by chance. There was no one else in the shop, so it wasn't as if they were over run with other customers. I will probably try this place again, but it has been a little soured for me!

The Cheeseboard is without doubt my favourite cheese shop in London. Small and friendly, with a…read morewide selection of both cheese and bread, it has a regular and faithful, local clientele who pile into the shop predominately at the weekends, when the queues go right outside the door. The staff who work there are all extremely helpful and enthusiastic.I have been in there hundreds of times and I am always amazed at how friendly everybody is. They have also recently started up a 'Cheese Club' membership where members receive a seasonal selection of farmhouse cheeses either monthly or bi-monthly. We are massive fans of the goat's milk gouda and Villarejo manchego, as well as the bagels that Mike, the owner, picks up from the Bagel Shop on Brick Lane each morning.

Gubbeen? Pecorino Dulce? The one Welsh cheese whose name I can neither pronounce nor spell? The…read moreCheeseboard is where it's at, cheese-wise. Not only does it boast a stellar, rotating cheese selection, CB also sells bang-up breads (sourdough, ya'll!), pastries, dairy products, olive oil, and, recently, locally brewed beers. Real Ale fans rejoice! This cheese shop is a local treasure, and I'm very fortunate to live in its vicinity. Note: the shop shuts at 1pm on Thursdays!

This is one of my favorite cheese shops in London and it also happens to be the oldest cheese…read moremonger in the city too. The first Paxton & Whitfield cheese shop was opened in 1797 and is located on Jermyn street just across from Fortnum and masons. They have an excellent variety of quality cheeses including cheeses from the British isles. Their truffle cheese are particularly excellent. Service is very professional and those working at the store are very knowledgeable about the cheeses. While upscale with a traditional ambiance, the store is also fresh and modern. Highly recommended.

Sad that such a historical cheesecloth has some attendants whose customer service skills leave much…read moreto be deserved. Went today at 12:30 and the most senior lady there was frankly rude and unpleasant. I would recommend going to Neal's Yard. Less attitude and way better service.

Love the variety of cheese offerings at this Borough Market gem!…read more The Mons Cheesemonger stand was easy to find and is located in one of the outer booths as you enter the market. Staff members were knowledgeable and approachable, which made for a fun afternoon of sampling and selecting cheese from several regions in France.

If you are in borough market head to Mon. I've frequently returned to these cheese mavericks to…read moretaste the good stuff. Their Comte is electric and the Coulommiers melts in my pathetic face. BANG. Also the orange one is great too. I don't know the name of it but that's besides the point.

I am a fan of cheese, and I do like Neal's yard cheeses very much…read more However, I don't like watching the woman behind the counter clean her cheese knife by moving forefinger and thumb down the length of the blade then putting thumb in mouth and sucking off the accumulated cheese. Or maybe I'm being too uptight as she did then wipe her thumb on her apron. Her hand is clean now, right? She can go on and cut the next hunk of cheese with the same knife, do the same "cleaning" motions with fingers, and all is right with the world. Or is it?

Similar to Neal's Yard Dairy in Neal's Yard or Borough Market…read more But in Bermondsey, under a railway arch, amidst some less-than salubrious estates, hidden behind a construction area, with a limited selection of goods. So, basically, this is a great place to get your Neal's Yard foodstuffs if you like feeling like a smug, indie asshole.* ________________________________________ *I bought some sourdough bread here last Saturday. I am a smug, indie asshole (?).

This is a great little independent cheese shop somewhat hidden away in Liverpool Street Station…read more The shop - as its name says - stocks a wide variety of cheeses from around the world (well, mainly Europe), with cheeses from France, Switzerland and Italy being particularly well-represented. I once found Džiugas, a cheese from Lithuania, here, though have not seen it recently, and was really pleased because, well, it's very tasty, and it saved me from having to fly to Vilnius just to get a taste of it once more. In addition to cheeses, this shop also stocks chutneys, cake mixes, biscuits, jams and sandwiches. The sandwiches do seem to be priced quite reasonably, and when I popped in one evening, were going for buy two for the price of one. I haven't tried them myself as I don't quite like their range of breads (white sandwich bread and baps). Staff are nice and friendly and happy to look for and suggest cheeses in accordance to your needs. International Cheese also offer cheese hampers, boxes and wedding cakes, so it's a great place to pop into for gifts as well.

Fabulous little shop specialising in cheese of course. If you want to get some Stinking Bishop or a…read moregenuine Swiss fondue kit this is the place. Or for some bloomin good Cheddar They don't just do cheeses though. They have a mouth watering selection of chutneys and preserves. Loads of pates (including Fois Gras I'm hoping it's the ethical version I don't want to ask), port, and even Kendal Mint Cake. If I had to sum up this place I'd say it was a British Deli, if such a thing exists, and allowing for the occasional Swiss and French cheese They also do an excellent range of sandwiches. With the exception of a token turkey sandwich they all include cheese. And of course it's not just cheese, but specified types of cheese, whether cheddar, brie or soft, in ploughman's, with chutney, with ham etc. All fresh cut and simply wrapped in clingfilm. Prices start under £3, so very competitive too.

A heads up, I have seen lots of food passing by me and the portions are significant! They…read moredefinitely have a heavy pour on the wine and amazing service. Richard was totally clutch on our visit, offering great suggestions, and we really loved the primotivo wine that he recommended. I ordered the Camembert and it came with plenty of bread and a delicious chutney. The bread was seasoned with rosemary, completely complementing the flavor of the cheese, which is like a mild cheddar melted Brie. My mom had the omelette which was bursting of mushroom flavor and the salad was a nice touch on the side. The atmosphere is great. The ambience is amazing since you're sitting in Leadenhall. Service was exceptional and they give you time to enjoy and take it all in. Highly highly highly recommend.

We loved the Leadenhall Market. Great place to hangout, grab some food, or a drink. Cheese is a…read moreperfect place for a beer, wine, and a snack.

This place is so freaking cool. The gentleman who helped us was really nice and let me taste five…read moreor six different kinds of cheese. Based on my input, he suggested such lovely options that I'll never again get to have in the states. It was such a lovely visit and I'm so excited to eat what he helped us pick.

Be sure to check out this little gym near Covent Garden. For those, like me, who have spent most of…read moreour lives buying cheese from a massive grocery chain, visiting Neal's Yard Dairy was an incredible experience. You know that your cheesemonger is serious when they can tell you the names of some of the farmers that raised the animals that made the cheese that you're eating. Along with that, the selection is absolutely incredible. It is worth going in just to learn about the different types of cheeses, most of which come from the British Isles. If you are a true foodie and are serious about cheese, you'll stop by Neal's Yard Dairy.

Stopped in after getting a recommendation from a friend that this place has the best cheese. It's…read morenice and cool with so many cheeses and there are free samples provided. There's also butters and milks in the fridge if you need to pick up any of that. The staff behind the counter are super friendly and very knowledgeable about the cheeses. I bout a couple but this is definitely the place to go for your next cheese and wine party.

Initial reaction. I was pleased to see that there was a Neal's Yard Dairy located down the street…read morefrom Borough Market. We had the chance to enjoy some samplings of cheese as well as buy some that were incredibly magical and brought us full of light and liberty, liberty and life. The cheese staff behind the counter were incredibly helpful as we determined our orders, or should I say I specifically did. We selected from a variety of soft and hard cheeses that were all delectable and full of character and satisfaction.

When in London, afternoon tea is a must…read more I booked a reservation with Fortnum & Mason a few months in advance but when we arrived on a Sunday at 12:30PM, there seemed to be plenty of open tables available. A live pianist played in the front entrance. Staff were kind and proper. They offered to hang our coats in the closet. Afternoon Tea came with refillable teas, sandwiches, scones, and desserts. A Savory Afternoon Tea was an option as well, which doesn't have any sweets. I enjoyed all of the sandwiches. Everything was equally delicious, except the Cucumber and Lemon Mint. The Suffolk Ham with English Mustard had a nice kick. The Egg Mayonnaise was a classic for me. The Coronation Chicken was a mini chicken salad in a sandwich. The Kames Bay Trout with dill Cream Cheese is a great combination. I'm not a huge scone person, but the savory scones were very good. The Fortnum Strawberry Preserve was our favorite. For the desserts, my favorite was the Dark Chocolate with Hazelnut Praline. The Hazelnut Praline cookie bottom was airy and crisp. The chocolate inside was a light mousse. All of the desserts were extremely fragrant. The Rose Eclair and Orange Mousse played no games. I also liked the Treacle Tart because of its nutty flavor. I was incredibly full that I couldn't finish the Coconut Loaf, which was my least favorite. For the price of £85 per person, it was well worth the experience and the quality of the food and the service. Treat yourself!

This was not just food. This was not just an experience of a lifetime. This was pure, unadulterated…read moreimmersion into the British Culture. The food here was fantastic and nothing I had experienced before. I'm obviously not one who partakes in Tea Parties all that often. But holy cow did this blow me away. The ambiance was upscale. You felt like a royal family while dining and eating the queen's favorite finger foods. The service was unfortunately subpar. But the whole experience is one of the few that can overshadow that fact. It's expensive. But well worth the price of admission.