Borough Market

Borough market is the oldest and one of the largest food markets in the world. Situated within a walking distance to where we live, the market was a worthwhile place for groceries shopping since they offer a wide varieties of not only local but also imported fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, olives, sweets and tea. These goods come from Italy, Spain, Turkey and as far as the Far East (China, Korea, Japan) and Africa.


Bustling and colourful, Borough market has lots to offer-not only the fresh food but also the history of the building per se. The most notable factor in the history of this market is the London Bridge, which was the only bridge connecting London and Southern England with continental Europe until the 18th century. It was during that period where traders travelled to London, and looked for lodging in Southwark. This eventually led to the incarnation of the Borough Market, where traders around the world trade for food, vegetables, fish, grains and cattle. [Source: http://www.boroughmarket.org.uk/index.php?pid=15]

The current buildings were designed in the 19th century (1851), and the entrance with the Art Deco design was added in the 20th century(1932).




Borough Market has become a stylish place for food shopping. This is not surprising as the market has been advertised through some of the leading films where the streets around the market were used as films sets. Some of the notable films are Bridget Jones's Diary (2001)and Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004). [Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Borough_Market]

As if Borough Market is not fashionable enough, this market is surrounded by some posh pubs and restaurants which makes the place even more popular to patronize. I like the place, not only for the fresh and large varieties of fruits and vegetables, but because the place has an inexplicable character and history.