The market just happens to be located under the London Bridge. Jeri had the chance to see the bridge in passing when she was on a business call, but this adventure marked our first trip walking across the bridge. Funny thing is that the bridge pictured in the background is not the London Bridge at all, although it is the one everyone associates with the bridge. I am standing on the completely unexciting, grey, nondescript London Bridge. Regardless, we agreed that this served as our initiation into true London life. I was excited... and thought perhaps my niece might be too.
After crossing over, we came upon the land of milk and honey. Rather, the land of cheese and olives...
It was phenomenal! Of course we immediately came up with a way to get the family involved, should everyone decide to join us... Jan, you make the truffles... Mike, you carve out the wood stumps to use as bowls...
We really should have prepared better, and not eaten the day before... they hand out sample after sample, and everything was fantastic! We purchased a few treats, including some fresh handmade truffle ravioli to have for dinner that night, some hot chilies and spicy sauces, and a handful of sweets. We decided against purchasing any meat, although I was clearly tempted...
Before we departed for the theatre, we decided to stop into a small deli and wine shop for a glass of bubbly. It was the perfect way to conclude our first trip (of many) to Borough Market...
As we tubed our way to the Apollo Victoria to see Wicked, I could barely sit still. I am so grateful that Jeri and I share a love of musical theatre...
The show was truly amazing! My cheeks hurt by the end from smiling so much. Okay, I admit... I cried too. Their voices were so powerful, and the fact that we could see the cast up close really heightened the experience. What a special treat! Needless to say, we walked home singing...
Indeed, the curtain closes on another wonderful London day....
With love,
Amy
1 comment:
I'm wide awake when I should be sleeping (11pm here)and decided to pop in on the two of you. It sounds like you had a lovely weekend! Is that a year-round market? I'd love to visit in November when we're there. It looks fabulous.
And, yes, I'm in - I'll make the truffles! Does that mean Vinny and I have to move to London or is this adventure starting upon your return to the states? Just think of the great chocolate I could get if we were there! Salivating is so unlady like! Ü
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