Imperial War Museum
With its dramatic and contemporary glass-roofed main atrium, this Grade II listed building accommodates the Imperial War Museum London. It was formerly the central portion of Bethlem Royal Hospital, or Bedlam, as it was commonly known. Designed by James Lewis, it was completed in 1815. Situated within close proximity of both Westminster and the City, other attractions close by include The London Eye, The London Aquarium, The Houses of Parliament, Southbank Centre and Tate Britain.
Company of Cooks are the sole sponsors of the The Ministry of Food exhibition which opened on the 11th February 2010.
(1) Kitchen Front
For the duration of The Ministry of Food exhibition, the Imperial War Museum cafe will become ’Kitchen Front’ recalling the Second World War radio programme of the same name.
Kitchen Front will include original Second World War recipes such as Mrs Harwood’s cheese and lentil pie alongside a more seasonal British wholesome menu such as our daily changing selection of soups, stews, pies, tarts, salads and sandwiches. There is also a selection of sweet pastries, biscuits and cakes. Tea and coffee is organic and Fair Trade.
- Corned beef, beetroot and horseradish salad
- Pot pie with mash
- Pork belly, cabbage and apple stew
The café also has a variety of dishes for children including a Children’s Box, a special hot item and some sweet favourites.
Open from 10:00am to 5:30pm and is fully licensed.
We welcome comments or suggestions, to help us improve, so please fill in one of our feedback cards available in the café or email us at iwm@companyofcooks.com
View Company of Cooks press release.
View East End Woman’s Institute blog.
View Time Out review.
View Evening Standard review.
