Borough Talks

Borough Market

On Borough Talks, we bring you real stories from inside London’s oldest food market. Speaking with the traders and chefs who bring the market to life, we explore big ideas, bold food, and share a few secrets along the way. Hosted by author and food writer Giulia Crouch.

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S11 · E5
August 5 · 28 min
The Black Pig: Secrets of the perfect sandwich
Nick Willoughby, founder of The Black Pig, joins Giulia Crouch to taste his stall’s legendary pork and parmesan sandwich and chat about his journey as a food entrepreneur, the theatre of street food, and the essential elements of a perfect sandwich.
S11 · E4
July 29 · 37 min
Oliveology: The Greek way of living well
Marianna Kolokotroni, Greek food specialist and founder of Oliveology, joins Giulia Crouch to taste some Spartan olive oil and chat about the benefits of a Mediterranean lifestyle, the memories triggered by grape molasses, and why her olives are so different to the supermarket version.
S11 · E3
July 22 · 31 min
Martyn Odell: The food waste disruptor
Chef, content creator and “food waste disruptor” Martyn Odell joins Giulia Crouch to chat about his simple, achievable approaches to avoiding waste, the joys of shopping in a food market, and the unforgettable experience of watching Borough’s skilled producers at work. Watch Borough Market's YouTube series with Martyn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmD2hJ5b48Y&list=PLRri2Pql7e4Q
S11 · E2
July 15 · 30 min
Elliot's: Simple food, natural wine
Samantha Lim, co-owner of Elliot’s, joins Giulia Crouch to taste some of the restaurant’s legendary Isle of Mull cheese puffs and chat about the appeal of simple, seasonal cooking, the evolution of low-intervention wines, and her love-hate relationship with the concept of ‘small plates’.
S11 · E1
July 8 · 30 min
Kappacasein: The life of the cheesemaker
Bill Oglethorpe, founder of Kappacasein, joins Giulia Crouch to taste a selection of his Bermondsey-made Alpine cheeses and chat about becoming a “qualified peasant” in Switzerland, why the cheesemaker’s craft is about guiding rather than mastering, and how he invented a toastie so good it made Phil Rosenthal propose to him.
S10 · E5
February 4 · 34 min
Brindisa: The rich tapestry of Spanish cuisine
Monika Linton, founder of the highly influential Brindisa shop and restaurant, joins Giulia Crouch to taste a selection of Iberian products and tapas dishes and discuss her passion for Spanish cuisine, the gradual evolution of the British palate, and the joy found in unheralded foods like pulses and vinegars.
S10 · E4
January 28 · 27 min
Alpine Deli: The unique food of South Tyrol
Thea Wunderer, founder of Alpine Deli, imports products from South Tyrol, a mountainous province in the far north of Italy. She joins Giulia Crouch to taste a selection of cured meats and discuss the unique food culture of her home region, her enduring love of market trading, and her advice for anyone starting a specialist food business.
S10 · E3
January 21 · 38 min
Neal's Yard Dairy: The fragile beauty of British cheese
Neal’s Yard Dairy’s director Bronwen Percival and young cheesemonger Cián Ó Cinnéide join Giulia Crouch to discuss the magic of a slow make, the art of the monger, and the existential threat faced by traditional regional cheeses.
S10 · E2
January 14 · 42 min
Camille: French regions, British seasons
Elliot Hashtroudi, head chef at Camille, joins Giulia Crouch to share a plate of chicken hearts and chat about his love of French regional cuisine, how the shifting seasons inspire creativity in the kitchen, and the beauty he finds in underappreciated British ingredients.
S10 · E1
January 7 · 37 min
Jenki: The magic of matcha
Claudia Boyer, co-founder of Jenki, joins Giulia Crouch to taste some of the matcha bar’s signature drinks and chat about the heritage and craft of Japanese matcha production, the factors that determine its quality, and how its slow release of caffeine is meeting a cultural moment.
S9 · E4
Aug 25, 2025 · 31 min
La Pepiá: The rise of the arepa
Joel Ferrer, founder of La Pepiá, joins Giulia Crouch to taste some of his stall’s Venezuelan salsas. They chat about sourcing produce from his fellow traders, the ethics of avocado consumption, and how his inventive approach to arepas – the traditional South American cornbread – has helped broaden their appeal.
S9 · E3
Aug 18, 2025 · 35 min
Kolae: A love letter to southern Thailand
Andy Oliver, chef and co-owner of Thai bar and grill Kolae, joins Giulia Crouch to taste some the restaurant’s vibrantly flavoured dishes. They chat about the complexity of southern Thai cuisine, balancing authenticity with local sourcing, and accommodating spice-averse palates without compromising on heat.
S9 · E2
Aug 11, 2025 · 28 min
Bianca Mora: A journey to Emilia-Romagna
Ewa Weremij, owner of Bianca Mora, joins Giulia Crouch to taste products from the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy and chat about two-hour lunch breaks, the Slow Food movement, and how time is an essential ingredient of the very best parmesan and balsamic vinegar.
S9 · E1
Aug 4, 2025 · 38 min
Padella: The power of pasta
Tim Siadatan, chef-owner of Padella, joins Giulia Crouch to taste some of the restaurant’s signature dishes and chat about our universal love of pasta, his perspective on Italian ‘rules’, and how a simple plate of Tuscan tomatoes shaped his life.
S8 · E5
Apr 7, 2025 · 29 min
The Colombian Coffee Company: The light and dark of coffee
Eduardo Florez, founder of The Colombian Coffee Company social enterprise, joins Giulia Crouch to taste some different beans and chat about the stunning diversity of coffee varieties, the unfairness of global markets, and how a focus on quality can help transform Colombian communities.
S8 · E4
Apr 1, 2025 · 31 min
Khanom Krok: A taste of Thailand
Worawan Kamann, founder of both the Khanom Krok street food stand and Raya, Borough’s southeast Asian grocery, joins Giulia Crouch to share her signature dishes and chat about sourcing great ingredients, helping curious shoppers discover new flavours, and how Thai people live to eat.
S8 · E3
Mar 24, 2025 · 33 min
School Food Matters: The drive for food education
Stephanie Slater, founder of the School Food Matters charity, joins Giulia Crouch to taste a soup recipe created by local children and chat about transforming school dinners, the vital importance of learning about food, and the impact of Borough’s Young Marketeers programme.
S8 · E2
Mar 18, 2025 · 30 min
Padre: Secrets of the perfect taco
Nick Fitzgerald, founder of Padre, joins Giulia Crouch to share some of his street food stand’s signature dishes and chat about his life-changing stint as a chef in Mexico, the regionality of the country’s cuisine, and the essential elements of a perfect taco.
S8 · E1
Mar 11, 2025 · 39 min
Pâté Moi: The alchemy of mushroom pâté
Flip Dunning, founder of Pâté Moi, joins Giulia Crouch to taste her famous mushroom pâté and chat about the strange alchemy of simple ingredients, the challenges of running a business and raising a child, and the friendships she’s forged across two decades of trading.
S7 · E4
Dec 17, 2024 · 35 min
Borough Wines: Christmas in a bottle
Calvin Pearson, head of wine at Borough Wines, joins Giulia Crouch to taste a few of his favourite festive bottles and chat about perfect pairings with a Christmas dinner, the meaning of orange wine, natural wine and ‘pet nat’, and why kegs and refillable bottles are growing in popularity.

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