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collection of artwork from celebrated British artists. e wine list is impressive and the food is "like nothing I've ever eaten before," said our daughter who spent a year abroad in Italy. All of their pasta is homemade, "like a delicious work of art," she added. Another place I truly love are the food halls at Harrods — yes, the department store. In fact, on our most recent trip, I actually got misty when we entered what I consider hallowed ground. Being in this sprawling, upmarket emporium took me back to my budget traveler days when I would economize by filling little white cartons of delicious bites and then savor the repast in a scenic spot. I also remember picking up food at Harrods and enjoying it while watching the procession of carriages make their way up to St. Paul's Cathedral for Charles and Diana's wedding. My niece has less happy memories: she shucked oysters at Harrods one summer and ended up with carpal tunnel syndrome. One More ing e gastropub movement continues to thrive in London. is is where diners enjoy farm fresh foodstuffs and a pint of beer or a glass of wine in casual settings. I like e Anchor & Hope, but there is no shortage of gastropubs in London. If you go, you'll experience some interesting flavors: Taramasalata, Melba toast, and Kalamata olives; and three cheese and hazelnut soufflé, Italian greens, cream, and Parmesan. at might sound like a list of disparate ingredients, but in London, variety really is the spice of life. detour destinations TOP Harrods Food Halls are nirvana for foodies BOTTOM There are many individual food halls at Harrods, including ones for chocolate, roastery and bake, and seafood. The fresh market hall includes exotic fruit << ranchandcoast.com 76 JUNE 2023 RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF ADAMS/HANSEN PHOTOS