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Welcome Back: The Coal Shed

Published on 24th September 2020

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The Coal Shed’s time away from London Bridge has allowed the team room to reflect, grow and explore new skills. Now they’re committed to coming back stronger, reopening their doors on October 1st with the promise of new partnerships, produce and energy. We speak to Founder and MD Raz Helalat about what guests can look forward to when they return, including several new dishes for the menu.  The Coal Shed’s Lockdown Experience The positive thing about this experience was having time to reflect.  Running a hospitality business is 24/7. You live and breathe it day in day out. We’ve learnt the importance of being agile and able to adapt, not be fixed in your business model but being amenable to change and fluidity. We’ve had to rise to the challenge and have witnesses the power of customer support both for morale and also to build your business – we’ve definitely shared this journey with our customers. We now know, more than ever, the importance and value of a great team that will work together through thick and thin to overcome these challenges. We’re definitely coming back with an even stronger bond. Not forgetting about the amazing suppliers we work with and how without them we would not have a story to share. What can visitors look forward to?   We really can’t reiterate how good it feels to be swinging open the doors again. As always our guest will be greeted with the warmest of welcomes and we will be putting our sharing dishes at the heart of what we do. Feasting with friends and family is what we are all about. We’re also honoured to announce we will be working with our new friends at Lake District Farmers to bring you the best rare breed beef and lamb the UK has to offer. The Chefs are busy perfecting several new dishes for the menu, the Lake District Lamb grilled rump, glazed hot pot & roasting Juices could be one that makes the final cut alongside the smoked beef short-rib with garlic fried potatoes, barbequed hispi – and of course, our grilled sharing fish for two with steamed mussels, seasonal greens, potatoes & herb salsa . What are your looking forward to most about your return to London Bridge?  Just the general buzz of the area. We’ve watched people gradually coming back over the past few weeks and it feels so good to see the life returning. We’ll be sourcing our bread from Bread Ahead at Borough Market so will be talking a stroll down there to see the other traders also. You can’t beat Borough Market for a true slice of London’s history, and to make you feel home again. Hygiene/ social distancing measures: We will of course be putting the safety of our guests and team at the forefront of everything we do, and will be following the most up to date guidance and legislation from the government. Bookings for The Coal Shed are now open Opening Hours: Tuesday – Friday 5pm – 10pm Saturday 12pm – 10pm Sunday 12pm – 7pm Share your London Bridge adventures with the hashtags  #atLondonBridge #backinLondonBridge

London Bridge Open Kitchen returns

Published on 20th August 2019

London Bridge Open Kitchen is back for 2019! The annual food festival returns Friday 20th September to celebrate the dynamic dining scene of London Bridge. This year located in Guy’s Courtyard beside Science Gallery London; London Bridge Open Kitchen will see the space transform into an all-day pop-up food market, complete with bars and live music, from 12 noon until late. Local London Bridge restaurants and bars BOB’s Lobster, Kin + Deum, El Vino, Brigade Bar & Kitchen, Rosa’s Thai, Temakinho, The Coal Shed, The Savanna, Cut + Grind, Baluchi, Two Ruba, Science Gallery Cafe and Hop King – will be showcasing their signature recipes, with dishes such as the signature Ahi Tuna Tacos from BOB’s Lobster, Pork Belly Tacos with chicharron and salsa verde from Santo Remedio and freshly prepared sushi from Temakinho. For the first time, LBOK will team up with local craft beer and skate brand, Hop King, who will bring their outstanding Pale Ale from Druid Street archway. For those looking for a non-alcoholic option, Everleaf, (created by Paul Mathew owner of The Hide on neighbouringBermondsey Street) will be on hand with botanical aperitifs, perfect for a complex spritz made with the finest natural ingredients. Entry to London Bridge Open Kitchen is completely free with dishes from just £5. Free ticket registration is also available online prior to the event at the link provided below. This will automatically enter guests into a prize draw where they could be in with a chance of winning a complimentary meal for up to four people at a participating restaurant. Science Gallery London will be staying open late for guests at London Bridge Open Kitchen, showcasing their new exhibition and events season, ON EDGE: Living in an Age of Anxiety, which explores creative and positive responses to our anxious times. As always, admission is free. Book  your free place Guy’s Courtyard, Next to Science Gallery London Cafe, SE1 9GU

Cocktails in London Bridge

Published on 21st November 2018

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There’s nothing quite like an evening out in London Bridge. Where else can you bar hop from a sky-high cocktail lounge to a hidden basement bar – all in a matter of minutes? ‘Cocktails in London Bridge‘ celebrates the area’s unique nightlife; taking you on a tour of the neighbourhood in 18 cocktail recipes from an array of fantastic local bars and restaurants. Download Cocktails in London Bridge    In support of London Cocktail Week 01-07 October 2018 London Cocktail Week is the biggest, most vibrant celebration of our capital’s fantastic cocktail scene and the biggest event of it’s kind – in the world! With 300 bars signed up to the Cocktail Tours and a week-long cocktail village at its heart, this is the ultimate week off work for those that love a mixed drink… Festival passes are just £10 and available to buy from DrinkUp.London   A map of Cocktails in London Bridge   A – Z  1. AQUA SHARD 2.BOB’S LOBSTER WINE BAR & KITCHEN 3.CHAPTER 72 4.GUNPOWDER 5.HIVER BEERS ARCH 6.HUTONG AT THE SHARD 7.KIN + DEUM 8.LITTLE BIRD GIN 9.LONDON GRIND 10.LONDRINO 11.NINE LIVES 12.QUARTER BAR & LOUNGE 13.SANTO REMEDIO 14.THE COAL SHED 15.THE FLYING W SALOON 16.THE HIDE BAR 17.THE IVY TOWER BRIDGE 18.VILLAGE EAST Search more bars in London Bridge Article photo credit: The Gaztronome

Guide: New Restaurants in London Bridge

Published on 09th November 2018

London Bridge has long been an understated diner’s haven; sandwiched between two of the best artisan markets in the country (Borough Market and Maltby Street), the area is teeming with talented independent restauranteurs and sensational occasion destinations alike. In 2017 At London Bridge published our original ‘Guide to New Restaurants’, featuring the likes of The Ivy Tower Bridge, Duddell’s and Londrino. One year on, the list of foodie hotspots continues to grow, cementing London Bridge’s status as one of London’s ultimate culinary destinations.  Here’s your updated A-Z of the latest restaurants to pop-up in London Bridge! 1. BOB’s Lobster Wine Bar & Kitchen >> What? Small plates kitchen and bar, serving seafood extravagance with a playful street-food twist & celebrating all things wine! Where? Unit 71 St. Thomas Street, London, SE1 3QX 2. by Chloe >> What? Plant-based British comfort food classics head up the Vegan menu at this edgy, fast-casual venue. Where? One Tower Bridge, 6 Duchess Walk, London SE1 2SD  3. Comptoir Libanais >> Coming Soon to Tooley Street 4. Duddell’s London >> What? Authentic Cantonese cuisine, hand-crafted dim sum and Asian-inspired cocktails. Where? 9a St Thomas Street, London, SE1 9RY 5. Gunpowder, Custard >>  What? Intimate Indian restaurant with bare brick walls, offering home cooking-inspired menus. Where? One Tower Bridge, 4 Duchess Walk, London SE1 2SD  6. Honest Burgers  >> Coming Soon to Bermondsey Street 7. Kin + Deum >> What? A curation of fresh, wholesome Thai dishes, combining local ingredients with authentic traditions, continuously inspired by the local appetite of Bangkok Where? 2 Crucifix Ln, London SE1 3JW 8. Londrino >> What? Headed up by world-renowned chef Leandro Carreira, Londrino’s a la carte menu gives a nod to the flavours of Portugal with an emphasis on the sea. Where? 36 Snowsfields, London SE1 3SU 9. Pizza Pilgrims >> What? Slow proved Neapolitan pizza, made fresh daily with the best ingredients Italy has to offer. Where? Unit SU48, Bermondsey Street, London, SE1 9SP 10. Rosa’s Thai Cafe >> What?  The home of modern Thai food in the heart of London. Offering authentic cuisine, with ingredients sourced from the UK and around the world. Where? One Tower Bridge, 1 Duchess Walk, London SE1 2SD  11. Santo Remedio >> What? Inspired by the taquerias, markets, homes and celebrations of Mexico, Santo Remedio specialises in authentic regional cuisine and cocktails. Where? 152 Tooley St, London SE1 2TU 12. The Coal Shed >> What? Born from the love of cooking the finest meat and seafood over fire, The Coal Shed guarantees a dining experience to remember. Where? One Tower Bridge, 4 Crown Square, London SE1 2SD 9. 13. The Ivy Tower Bridge >> What? A touch of Ivy magic on the banks of the Thames. All-day dining brasserie with classic British dishes. Where? One Tower Bridge, Tower Bridge Rd, London SE1 2AA 14. Temakinho >> Coming Soon to One Tower Bridge 15. Tom Simmons >> What? Top Welsh chef plays up his heritage on a classy British-French menu at this relaxed, all-day spot. Where? One Tower Bridge, 6 Duchess Walk, London SE1 2SD  16. Vapiano >> What? Handmade pasta, freshly made pizza dough and salads alongside the best buffalo mozzarella, meats & cheese antipasti plates. Where? One Tower Bridge, 6 Duchess Walk, London SE1 2SD    Search more restaurants and bars of London Bridge >>

9 Unique Venues for your Christmas Party

Published on 29th October 2018

‘Tis almost the season! Whatever you’re looking for in your Christmas outing this year, we’ve searched out a shortlist of fabulous London Bridge venues to suit all sizes, tastes and budgets.   1. Santo Remedio For those who want to add a bit of spice to their celebrations, Santo Remedio have created a Mexican-inspired menu to share some of the country’s most iconic and festive dishes. The family-style sharing dining experience will be accompanied by music, cocktails and the best of Mexican hospitality. From £38 – £50pp. 2. The Coal Shed Perfectly placed just a stones-throw from London’s iconic Tower Bridge, The Coal Shed offer a number of celebration packages. Opt for the Festive Tasting Menu for a seasonal three-course meal, or an indulgent Festive Feasting Menu of 7 dishes, including Fire Roasted Market Fish, Coal Roasted Pork Belly, and Black Angus Prime Rib with a selection of delicious sides. From £45- £65 pp. 3. The Draft House Tower Bridge The Draft House Tower Bridge team can help you plan the perfect party to suit your needs, whether it’s for a full on festive bash, a meal with pals, or just a few celebratory drinks. They offer a Festive Finger Food Menu and a full Christmas Feast. From £15-£30 pp.  4. The Underdog Gallery For those looking for a proper knees-up, look no further than the Underdog Gallery’s Santa’s Grotto. Set in a railway arch on Crucifix Lane, party guests will find food sleighs, beer pong, the 12 Gins of Christmas and a Jagermeister Christmas tree. Contact for more information.  5. Bermondsey Bar & Kitchen Whether you’re looking for a traditional sit-down lunch/dinner, a festive drinks party area or an exclusive Christmas party venue hire, Bermondsey Bar & Kitchen have it covered in style. Their exposed brick interior will be transformed into a glittering paradise, and a tented yard bar and cosy ski lodge will transport you to the Alps. Contact for more information.  6. Londrino World-renowned Chef Leandro Carreira’s sharing menu is guaranteed to make your Christmas celebration one to remember. Ideal for the non-traditionalist, there’s no turkey in sight – instead Bisaro Presa takes centre stage alongside Portuguese-inspired dishes like hispi cabbage and black garlic biscuit. £48pp. 7. Gunpowder Tower Bridge  Home-style Indian restaurant Gunpowder offers three festive feasting options featuring stuffed game birds, whole grilled fish and root vegetable pies with an Indian twist. If something isn’t on the menu that you were hoping for – they are also happy to discuss bespoke requests. Guests can make table bookings or hire out the entire upstairs space. Contact ria@gunpowderlondon.com to discuss requirements. From £30- £50 pp. 8. Oblix West Enjoy stunning views of London’s skyline as you dine on Oblix West’s indulgent take on the traditional Christmas lunch. Mains include stuffed turkey breast, truffled lentils & chanterelles and Organic pork chop, bacon relish & rosemary oil. £50pp. 9. Hiver Beers Hivequarters The Hiver Beers Taproom and Hivequarters is tucked away in a railway arch on Stanworth Street and comes equipped with a fully licensed bar serving award-winning craft Honey beer on tap. Their friendly and knowledgeable bar staff will be on-hand to look after your event and to help everyone get into the festive spirit. Check out their rate card here/ contact info@hiverbeers.com/ 0203 1989 972 for more info. Check out more bars and restaurants in London Bridge >>  

Cocktails in London Bridge – Download the Recipe Book

Published on 28th September 2018

There’s nothing quite like an evening out in London Bridge. Where else can you bar hop from a sky-high cocktail lounge to a hidden basement bar – all in a matter of minutes? ‘Cocktails in London Bridge‘ celebrates the area’s unique nightlife; taking you on a tour of the neighbourhood in 18 cocktail recipes from an array of fantastic local bars and restaurants. Download Cocktails in London Bridge    In support of London Cocktail Week 01-07 October 2018 London Cocktail Week is the biggest, most vibrant celebration of our capital’s fantastic cocktail scene and the biggest event of it’s kind – in the world! With 300 bars signed up to the Cocktail Tours and a week-long cocktail village at its heart, this is the ultimate week off work for those that love a mixed drink… Festival passes are just £10 and available to buy from DrinkUp.London   A map of Cocktails in London Bridge   A – Z  1. AQUA SHARD 2.BOB’S LOBSTER WINE BAR & KITCHEN 3.CHAPTER 72 4.GUNPOWDER 5.HIVER BEERS ARCH 6.HUTONG AT THE SHARD 7.KIN + DEUM 8.LITTLE BIRD GIN 9.LONDON GRIND  10.LONDRINO 11.NINE LIVES 12.QUARTER BAR & LOUNGE 13.SANTO REMEDIO 14.THE COAL SHED 15.THE FLYING W SALOON 16.THE HIDE BAR 17.THE IVY TOWER BRIDGE 18.VILLAGE EAST Search more bars in London Bridge Article photo credit: The Gaztronome

One Tower Bridge

Published on 16th August 2018

Just a stone’s throw away from the iconic Tower Bridge and London’s leading contemporary theatre The Bridge, this riverside hotspot is fast becoming the go-to destination to discover exciting new dining options in London Bridge. Its pedestrianised streets and modern piazzas are home to a unique array of restaurants, just moments from the river and a short walk from London Bridge Station. Restaurant A-Z  Gunpowder >> Intimate Indian restaurant with bare brick walls, offering home cooking-inspired menus. Prosecco House >> London’s first and only bar dedicated to Prosecco. Rosa’s Thai Cafe >> The home of modern Thai food in the heart of London. Offering authentic cuisine, with ingredients sourced from the UK and around the world. The Coal Shed >> Born from the love of cooking the finest meat and seafood over fire, The Coal Shed guarantees a dining experience to remember. The Ivy Tower Bridge >> A touch of Ivy magic on the banks of the Thames. All-day dining brasserie with classic British dishes. Temakinho >> Japanese culinary tradition meets with the taste, colours and vibes of Brazil to the beat of jazz, samba and bossa nova. Vapiano >> Handmade pasta, freshly made pizza dough and salads alongside the best buffalo mozzarella, meats & cheese antipasti plates.    

Download the London Bridge Open Kitchen Cookbook

Published on 03rd July 2018

Whether you’re weaving through Borough Market’s labyrinth of stalls or ascending The Shard to discover fine-dining at high-altitude, it’s clear that food culture is at the heart of London Bridge. The area is teeming with dynamic independent start-ups, Michelin-starred restaurants and national favourites… With exciting cultural development catalysed by the revamp of the station, the culinary scene continues to grow, cementing the area’s status as one of the capitals top dining destinations. With this in mind, it is only fitting that the fifth London Bridge Open Kitchen food festival was our biggest to date. The annual summer feast brings an array of incredible local restaurants and bars out onto the street, giving you a peek into the kitchens and cabinets of world-class chefs (including Leandro Carreira, our foreword author) and mixologists. To celebrate London Bridge Open Kitchen and the area’s dynamic dining scene, we’ve created the London Bridge Open Kitchen Cookbook. Within its pages you’ll find delicious concoctions from festival traders and local eateries, including the likes of Hutong, BOB’s Lobster, The Ivy, Pizza Pilgrims (coming soon to London Bridge Station) and more. You can download the cookbook, or view online. The London Bridge Open Kitchen Cookbook was created in support of local charity Southwark Giving. Printed copies of tThe London Bridge Open Kitchen Cookbook can be sent in exchange for a £5 donation. Contact us to request your copy.  Click here to make a donation. 

London Bridge Open Kitchen 2018 Returns

Published on 23rd May 2018

The biggest London Bridge Open Kitchen yet returns this June, celebrating the area’s thriving food and drink scene and bringing a packed programme of entertainment over two days.   This year’s annual feast will take place over Friday 29th and Saturday 30th June in front of the brand new London Bridge station on Tooley Street. Free to enter, the festival brings an array of incredible restaurants and bars out onto the street, including Tom Simmons, Londrino, The Coal Shed, Flour & Grape, Santo Remedio and Hawksmoor. LBOK will also welcome new additions to the area; including street-food virtuosos BOB’s Lobster and Honest Burger. For the first time, Open Kitchen visitors will have the opportunity to fit in a spot of shopping in between bites; there’ll be a selection of exciting local retail to peruse, including Alex Monroe Jewellery, Neal’s Yard Remedies and Ted Baker. Pluge Boom Allotment will be on hand to keep the little ones entertained on the Saturday. The full line up is an impressive selection of some of the finest eateries and bars that London has Bridge to offer: Flour and Grape | Bermondsey Tonic Water | The Coal Shed | Hiver Beers | Texas Joe’s | Aqua | Hutong | Hawksmoor | Ice Cream Union | Santo Remedio | Londrino | Tom Simmons | Honest Burgers | Change Please | Constancia | The Rose | The Savanna | Yo! | Anspach & Hobday | Prosecco House | The LaLit | Four Pure | Two Ruba at Hilton Tower Bridge | Hide Bar  When you’ve filled your bellies, music, acrobatics and children’s theatre form the backbone of a packed entertainment programme: Live Music Fri 29th 12:00-14:00 The Luck Fri 29th 16:00-18:00 Los Soneros Fri 29th 18:00-20:00 London Saxophone Choir Fri 29th 18:00-20:00 Pandemonium Drummers Sat 30th 12:00-13:30 Sound Choir Sat 30th 14:00-16:00 Los Soneros Sat 30th 16:00-18:00 Angie Anuforo ‘The Floras’ Stilt walkers Fri 29th 12:00-13:30; 16:30-17:30; 18:30-19:30 Sat 30th 12:00-13:00; 14:00-15:00; 16:30-17:30 Aerial performers Fri 29th 13:30-14:00; 17:30-18:00; 19:30-20:00 Sat 30th 13:00-13:30; 15:00-15:30; 17:30-18:00 Plunge Boom Allotment Sat 30th 12:15-13:00; 14:00-14:45; 15:45-16:30 Plunge Boom Vegetable Nannies Sat 30th 13:00-13:45; 14:45-15:30; 16:30-17:15 London Festival of Architecture Fri 29th 15:30-17:00 Money Box Bench: Meet the Designers (on Tooley Street, close to Shipwright Arms Pub) Fri 29th 10:00-19:00 Harmsen Tilney Shane – Open day and Interactive Installation (9 Holyrood Street, SE1 2EL) LBOK are proud to support local charity Putting Down Roots (St Mungos), who will be showcasing their work in training people who are or have experienced homelessness, to maintain local SE1 green spaces to gain experience, confidence and qualifications. Entry is free but registration is heartily encouraged for getting priority access. The event kicks off outside London Bridge Station on Tooley Street, Friday 29th June at midday and runs till around 8 pm. On Saturday 30th June, the event runs from midday until 6 pm.  Entry is free and dishes and drinks will start at £5.  London Bridge Open Kitchen is also part of the London Festival of Architecture as we celebrate the opening of the brand new London Bridge station – an architectural feast in its own right.  Brought to you by Team London Bridge, with support from Thameslink Programme and Network Rail.

Brighton Rocks with Michael Bremner at The Coal Shed

Published on 15th January 2018

The Coal Shed London presents a series of events inviting Chefs that inspire them to cook MEAT, FISH, FIRE in the open kitchen at One Tower Bridge. Collaborating with Executive Head Chef Dave Mothersill, the menus are going to be an exciting and creative combination of their talents.  ‘Brighton Rocks’ in London | Friday 26th January 7pm ‘Brighton Rocks’ Dinner with Michael Bremner at The Coal Shed One Tower Bridge’ In a nod to our Brighton roots, we’re kicking off our first London event in January with Great British Menu winner and fellow Brighton Restauranteur Michael Bremner. Michael, who owns 64 Degrees and Murmur, will join our team to cook an amazing five course menu celebrating ‘MEAT, FISH, FIRE’.   THE MENU Arrival Cocktail The Coal Shed snacks for the table Monkfish, kelp butter, Jerusalem artichoke, mussel sauce Jerk Roasted Butternut Squash, puffed wild rice, coriander, toasted coconut, yogurt 71 Day Dry Aged Rump of Longhorn Beef (to share) braised short rib, roasted hispi, bone marrow mash, hollandaise, truffle Rum and Vanilla Coal Roasted Pineapple, white chocolate and passion fruit parfait   Start with an arrival drink at 7pm for a 7.30pm sit down. The menu is priced at £55 per person including arrival drink. An optional wine pairing is available at £30 per person. Bookings online here 020 3384 7272 towerbridge@coalshed-restaurant.co.uk