An Opinionated Guide to London Delis

From baklava to bresaola, this is an insider's guide to the finest foods in London. Who cares about delis when you can order organic olives online? And what exactly is a deli, anyway? From family-run independents in Little Italy to locally-sourced newcomers mixing cocktails with a side of charcuterie, this pithy guidebook will explain why delis deliver more (to your stomach and soul) than any supermarket can and take you on a gastronomic tour of the most beautiful, authentic and exciting delis across the city. Whether you're north, south, east or west, you're never far from a counter serving up the best lunch of your life. This is part of a growing series of opinionated guides which offer straight-talking insider's advice on what to do and see in London.