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Change is sweeping through the streets of London (and we’re not referring to the new residents of 10 Downing Street) Seven Dials Market by KERB is shaking up its stable of street food talent with the arrival of three delicious and diverse new traders.

Jollof Mama


The Lowdown: First up is Jollof Mama – OGs at KERB’s London markets.  Founded in 2016 due to the lack of representation of West African food in the industry, Jollof Mama started trading at KERB in King Cross way back in 2017 and have attracted a legion of fans along the way – including star of The Bear, Will Poulter, and co-host of the Off Menu podcast, Ed Gamble.

Eat: Traditional Nigerian flavours like their signature Jollof Rice and Beef Suya – marinated sirloin steak dusted with peanut spice – but plenty of experimentation too with Jollof Mama claiming to have created the first-ever “African burrito”.

Mezzo

The Lowdown: A tough act to follow, but Mezzo’s Italian comfort food has what it takes. Inspired by her upbringing in Rome, Chef Alice’s fresh pasta dishes will transport you to a nonna’s kitchen. Since making her debut in KERB’s first all-women’s inKERBator (a one of its kind street food boot camp) earlier this year, Mezzo’s takes on homely classics such as the Cacio e Pepe and Amatriciana have been making waves on London’s street food scene.

Eat: Ribbons of silky handmade pasta doused in all kinds of homemade sauces. Slow-cooked ragu generously topped with a mountain of Parmesan, plus gnocchi and other carby delights.

Dirty Bagels

The Lowdown: Last but not least, it’s Dirty Bagels. A true heavyweight in the world of doughy delights that will land at Seven Dials Market by KERB in August. Born in 2015 with a fiery ambition to craft the world’s premium pulled pork, they quickly claimed the title of London’s best bagel within just three months. The Dirty Bagels team dedicate 10 hours to marinating and 12 hours slowly roasting their signature pork to perfection – in other words, it’s well worth giving up your lunch hour for.

Eat: Think marinated pulled pork, slow-roasted to perfection, crammed into pudgy bagels with all the trimmings. Toppings include slices (more like slabs) of cheese, crispy onions and Sriracha.

Seven Dials Market, London WC2H 9AU