London larder: On the sixth day of Christmas fare

Little Bird Gin at Maltby Street Market. Photo by Fiona M Symington 2013.

On the sixth day of Christmas fare, we drank GIN. London gin from Little Bird. This small batch gin is made in Peckham Rye in south-east London. Perfect alone, as a G&T or a Rhubarb Robin Negroni made with 20ml Little Bird Gin, 20ml Campari, 20ml Martini Rosso, and 3 drops Rhubarb Bitters. Stir the ingredients with ice and strain over ice. (Recipe courtesy of Little Bird.) You'll find Little Bird at Maltby Street market. 

12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS FARE
Join us as we prepare for the silly season with a fully stocked larder.
Day 1: MARKET
Day 2: CHRISTMAS STOCKING
Day 3: PRESERVES
Day 4: EGG NOG
Day 5: HAMPERS

LONDON FOOD WALK (SE16)
Started by renegade traders frustrated by the high rents of nearby London Borough Market, Maltby Street retains its food edge despite its growing popularity. Walk the extra distance to Spa Terminus. Click on the map for your guide. 

LONDON LARDER
Discover the diversity of London's food larder from its markets, beekeepers, coffee roasters, and grocers. All proud Londoners and contributing to the vibrant food culture that is London. 
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