A few months ago I was contacted by Westfield Stratford City and asked to join a bloggers cooking challenge. The idea was to choose a restaurant from a list of participating restaurants and recreate one of the dishes on the menu. I took the word challenge quite literally and chose the toughest dish on the menu. Big mistake and as a result I never ended up taking part in the challenge. Sorry, Westfield!

Rather than forgetting about it altogether, I have decided to do a roundup of my foodie favourites at Westfield Stratford. I was at a loose end this afternoon so decided to put a good chunk of my payday check to good use and go shopping… and of course I stopped for a bite along the way.

World Food Court

Franco Manca – the most incredible sour dough pizza. Cheap, tasty and 100% satisfying. I recommend the chorizo pizza with extra rocket, as above.

Comptoir Libanais – delicious Middle Eastern food at great prices. The meze platter is to die for!

Around the centre

Pinkberry – amazing premium frozen yoghurt with fresh ingredients and no guilt attached.

Searcys Champagne Bar – treat yourself to a glass of champagne and a few small plates to match.

Grind Coffee Bar – definitely the most delicious cup of coffee at Westfield Stratford City. Grind serves a 60/35/5 percent blend of Peru, Brazil & Papua New Guinea, roasted exclusively by London Coffee Roasters.

There are so many other offerings at Westfield Stratford City – head here to find out more.