Borough Market makes a lot of sense in the summer. Partly that’s because time spent in any outdoor space is markedly enhanced by it not being freezing cold. Partly it’s because people tend to be in good spirits when the sun’s out, which helps in an environment where so much personal interaction is required. But mainly it’s because the market food and the summer mood match each other so perfectly. Whatever it is you crave on a summer’s day, my experience is that this is where you’ll find it.
When the city swelters, we tend to cry out for light, bright foods rather than carb-heavy fuel. You probably want to eat simple dishes that don’t demand too much mental energy or too much time sweating over a stove. You may well want things you can eat with your fingers, outdoors in a garden or park. You definitely want an ice cream. In the warmer months, Borough Market abounds with the seasonal food you need to fulfill that brief.
