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London Walks: Old Jewish Quarter Tour

London Walks was founded by Australian Keith Baverstock because he was fed up with the unoriginality of the London tourist scene. He wanted to create an urban walking tour company with high standards and uniquely crafted tours. The Old Jewish Quarter tour takes you back to what Jewish life was like for the East End Jewish community. You will hear stories of poverty and pogroms, and the success of several Jewish figures such as the Rothschilds, Prime Minister Disraeli, and poet Isaac Rosenberg. Some of the tour’s highlights include the Bevis Marks synagogue and old shtetl.

Laurence Summers

Laurence Summers was born and raised in London and is a qualified Blue Badge tour guide. While he can tell you the history of the top sights in London such as, the Westminster Abbey and St Paul’s Cathedral, he also offers a few more specialized tours. Maybe you are interested in literature, football, art, music, or you wish to hear the tale of Jack the Ripper or of the Great Fire of London tragedy.

There are also several other areas of further distances in the country that Laurence can take you to as well, either by car or train. You can explore the history of the Windsor Castle, the Hampton Court Palace, Stonehenge, or the Blenheim Palace. Wherever you want to explore, Laurence will be happy to accompany you and teach you everything he knows.

Rachel Kolsky

Engaging, knowledgeable and entertaining Rachel Kolsky (www.golondontours.com) is a popular prize-winning London Blue Badge Tourist Guide.
Focussing on the ‘human stories behind the buildings’ Rachel’s tours are fun an informative, filled with anecdotes past and present. From off-the-beaten-track London and famous personalities to cinemas and shopping, memories of all aspects of London’s rich and varied social history come flooding back.

Before embarking on her career as Guide and Lecturer Rachel, a qualified librarian, worked as an information professional in the financial services industry for over 25 years being recognized at the industry level with the Information Professional of the Year award in 2006. Her professional organization, SLA, awarded her the Membership Achievement Award in 2008.

When not working or guiding she supports her local independent cinema, The Phoenix, East Finchley, where she was a Trustee for over 20 years. Rachel has published four books, Jewish London (2012), Whitechapel in 50 Buildings (2016), Secret Whitechapel (2017) and Women’s London (2018) and she is thrilled to have been a guest lecturer on cruises since 2009.

Stephen Burstin

Before working as a tour guide, Stephen worked as a journalist with multiple national newspapers. Stephen worked for three years as an independent guide in Rome where he lead tours in the Jewish Ghetto, the Coliseum, the Roman Forum, and the Ostia Antica. He was born in the East End of London, and at eight years old began researching his Jewish roots in London. This early interest in his Jewish roots has led Stephen to where he is today, as he continues to conduct several Jewish-themed tours in London.

Leading tours is not just his livelihood, but also his passion. Stephen leads tours for families exploring Jewish London, schools whose students are learning about different cultures and religions, and even social clubs who might want to take an educational outing to the Old Jewish Quarter.

For the fifth year in a row, Stephen was awarded a Certificate of Excellence and TripAdvisor has welcomed him and his tours into their own Trip Advisor Hall of Fame. Stephen also won the title, Cultural Tour Guide of the Year, by the Luxury Travel Guides in 2017. He is excited to share his knowledge and enthusiasm about the fascinating history and rich Jewish heritage of London during his explorations with you.

Monty’s Deli

Since Monty’s Deli opened as a market stall in 2012, its owner, Mark, has been obsessed with creating the perfect pastrami and beef sandwiches. Monty’s Deli is one of the only places in Britain to make their own salt beef and pastrami. The deli is proud to say that they produce everything by hand, from their bagels and rye bread, to their cured meat and mustard. Their award winning sandwiches are generously portioned, and at Monty’s Deli you are sure to find amazing Jewish soul food made with nothing but love and a few secret family recipes.

Wild Honey Restaurant

Chef Anthony Demetre is one of London’s most highly regarded chefs with over 25 years of cooking experience. He opened Wild Honey in 2007 to serve modern European dishes while showcasing French techniques and fine British seasonal ingredients. At Wild Honey, Chef Anthony wants each visitor to feel special, whether they come to dine for business or for pleasure. The items on their fine menu are even more delicious when paired with a drink from the extensive cocktail and wine lists.

Honey & Co.

Honey & Co. opened in 2012 as a tiny restaurant serving traditional Middle Eastern food. Here you will find cookies and cakes on the counter, jams to buy off the shelf, and tahini on everything. After moving to London from Northern Israel, and before opening Honey & Co., Sarti Packer trained in cooking school, worked at the Orrery in Marylebone, rolled pasta by the beach, ran an all day bistro, made truffles on the 8th floor of the OXO tower, headed the pastry section in Ottolenghi, and set up Nopi in Soho as the executive chef.

Itamar Srulovich, Sarti’s husband and business partner, is also from Israel. Itamar began his life in the kitchen at Orna & Ella in Tel Aviv. After he got married and moved to London, he cooked in the Oxo tower and headed the kitchen in Ottolenghi before setting up Honey & Co with his wife. Together, with the help of their incredible team, the couple run the cozy Middle Eastern restaurant where customers can enjoy fresh and flavorful Middle Eastern cuisine in the heart of London.

The Palomar

The Palomar is a Soho restaurant serving ethnic foods with inspirations from Jerusalem, but influenced by mixes of cultures from North Africa and Southern Spain. This unique influence, combined with the restaurant’s contemporary approach, creates a dining experience unlike any other. The restaurant features a 16 seat kitchen bar with a view of the kitchen and marble floors that lead to an intimate back dining room. This space has dark oak panels lining the walls, a reclaimed parquet floor, banquette seating, and a skylight flowing with natural light.

Nopi

Nopi is a Soho-based restaurant with a menu full of bold flavors and platters full of salads. It is owned by an Israeli-born chef who believes that the menu should change with the seasons. However, a few signature dishes, like the courgette and manouri fritters, coriander seed-crusted burrata with slices of blood orange, and Valdeón cheesecake, are always available. Nopi has a great wine list with classic options and organic wines, as well as rustic varieties from the Mediterranean.

Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences

Taj 51 Buckingham Gate is a unique 5 star luxury hotel in that offers a wider choice of suites than almost any other hotel in London. You can choose a suite between one and six bedrooms, each with a spacious living area and a fully equipped kitchen. The hotel is located close to Buckingham Palace and is just a short walk from St. James’ Park, Mayfair, and Westminster.

The hotel’s hard work has not gone unnoticed as they have achieved a Gold Certified Status through EarthCheck, the world’s leading environmental management and professional services group. At Taj 51 Buckingham Gate, the hotel staff are dedicated to protecting the environment by using sustainable methods and eco-friendly practices.

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