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Dining out in London will not break the bank for you, only if you know where to go. The capital city is full of cheap eats, offering meals exclusively for less than £10-£15. For tourists who are on a budget, here are some famous eateries serving meal at affordable prices. The city serves variety of cuisines and you can satisfy all your taste buds here at mrandmrsfood.co.uk.

Only thing you need to consider is booking a stay in London near to these cheap eats. An accommodation in the right area will always keep you happy under budget.

From fast food to burritos, and burgers, these cheap eats serve you the best across the world:

For best burgers in London, head straight to Meat Liquor. Opened in 2012, this restaurant serves you delicious American style burgers for less than £8. It is one of the coolest eating joints in the city, offering graffiti décor and hippy vibes. The delicious meaty burgers on Welbeck Street include patty with 1005 beef, topped with cheese, red onions, pickles, chillies, and dead hippie sauce. Other amazing items on the menu are sweet and spicy Buffalo wings, chilli dogs, coleslaw, and fried pickles.

Hottest noodle bar in Central London, Koya serves you just the right taste from Japan. Enjoy some fashionable food like Udon noodles and flavoured soups. Chewy, thick white noodles, Udon are made using wheat flour imported from Japan. They are served both hot and cold, with hot soup and cold sauce. You can even try their rich variety of rice dishes along with impressive salads and sides.

A simple and chic restaurant in Brixton, Franco Manca serves high quality Italian food on budget. The menu here is basic, but it is perfectly executed for travellers. You get a wide range of Italian pizzas, salads, and beers, all under £10. Ingredients are sourced within Britain, but the cooking is authentic Italian style. For pizzas, they use slow-rising sourdough, and bake them in a brick oven onsite. Extra pizza toppings are available from £0.50 TO £1.95.

For all vegetarian travellers and one who love Indian food, Sagar is the place to be. Centrally located in Covent Garden, Sagar is a mini chain for yummy South Indian vegetarian cuisine. Their vegetarian menu is vast, with famous 30cm masala paper. If you are hot on taste and love spices, then this one is a must try. Dosas like Rava Masala, Mysore Masala, and Paper Masala are hot favourites among Indian travellers to London. Best of all they come for just less than £9.

It is a colourful Thai restaurant, which offers unusual, imaginative and yet tasty twists to your meal. Located in Peckham, The Begging Bowl is a real modern and sociable place to eat. The Begging Bowl brings Thai street food to the restaurant, including some unusual grills, stir-fries, salads, and curries. For cooking these, they use authentic Thai ingredients, such as long beans and pea aubergines. They also have high chairs, baby changing facilities, and special children’s menu for family travellers.

Piebury Corner on Holloway Road, London is more than just a pie ‘n’ mash shop. Food here costs a little less than £5-£6, satisfying all frugal travellers to London. Its location near Arsenal football ground makes it a hotspot among people coming here to cheer for their football team. All their pies are named after favourite football players. Interesting right! And, all are served with a choice of gravy, roasties, and mash.

It is a famous Indian street kitchen and dining room, offering Indian dishes at economical prices. The extended menu at Roti Chai includes street food snacks, homely staples, and light curries. A modern street themed interiors and location near Marble Arch tube station makes it ideal for a lovely shopping break. The street kitchen on the ground floor offers tasty dishes, such as samosas, chicken lollipops, Hakka chilli paneer, and papri chaat. Dining room in the basement is newly opened to serve butter chicken, paneer pasanda, Chettinad chicken, chicken 65, and much more.

These cheap eateries in London welcome all types of travellers. But, if you are on a budget, then do try any of these for less than £10.

Author’s Bio: Arun Shankar is a genuine foodie and travel junkie, who enjoys his job as a travel writer. Get best hotel deals on this site to enjoy a comfortable stay in London.

Australian wine is world-famous for its diversity and full bodied temperament. One of the most notable wine producing regions to explore is the Hunter Valley, located 150 kilometres to the north of Sydney. Its close proximity to Sydney makes it ideal for a country day trip, allowing you to enjoy the fresh produce, gourmet restaurants, and walking trails in the area. Naturally, you'll also want to pay a visit to some of the 150 wine producers that call this region home.

One option is to visit the Hunter Valley with an organised tour. These tend to depart from Sydney on a daily basis, and will vary in terms of itinerary and budget. A self-guided tour lets you further customise your trip to the Hunter Valley, however, so you can see the sights at your own pace and enjoy a leisurely drive through the countryside. The most direct route is via the F3 freeway, taking about two hours if departing from Sydney. Drivers can follow this highway to the Cessnock/Hunter Valley exit. Another option is to take the tourist route T33, which is a more scenic journey passing through the historic village of Wollombi and scenic mountain ranges along the way. The roads are well tended, so you won't need a 4X4 to access this region. In fact, you may want to check the Chopper scooters prices on Bikesales and explore the Hunter Valley in true European style on the back of a scooter!

As mentioned above, one of the top draws to the Hunter Valley are the wineries and cellar doors. Many of these are open to the public, allowing you to drop by and taste the local Shiraz or Cabernet Sauvignon that has made the region famous. If you plan on driving back to Sydney in the same day, don't forget to spit out the wine after you've tasted it or you may find yourself unable to drive. This fertile region is also known for its fresh fruits and vegetables, locally produced cheese, and olives. The Pukara Estate makes a variety of olive oils on-site, including flavoured blends with wasabi or garlic. You can stop and taste a range of these olive oils after touring the factory to see how this local oil is made. Cheese lovers won't want to miss a visit to the Hunter Belle cheese factory, located on the New England Highway on the path to Muswellbrook. Learn how the local cheese is made, try some samples, and purchase a wedge to complement your olive oil and wine.

The Hunter Valley is also a region rich with arts and culture. For something a bit different, pay a visit to the Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre. This gallery features photography from local artists as well as indigenous paintings. Travelling exhibitions are also displayed in this arts centre, which provides insight into local mining culture. For those interested in exploring the great outdoors, there are numerous bushwalks in the area. However, one of the most intriguing is up Burning Mountain. This formerly active volcano still retains a smell of sulphur, and walkers are rewarded with panoramic views over the Hunter Valley from the top.

Whether you only have an afternoon or a full week, there's plenty to see and do in the Hunter Valley. Don't forget to stock up on all of the lush local gourmet products to bring back home.

If you are a serious foodie, or perhaps like to sample the finer things in life, why not come over to Croatia this October for some gastronomic delights? All throughout October you will be able to sample some of the best of Istrian cuisine whilst enjoying a beautiful culture. The festival is centred on the amazing black and white truffles that are to be found in this area, once tasted, never forgotten. Talented chefs from the region use these amazing ingredients to celebrate the culture and food of this stunning region, come along and you’ll soon see why so many people fall in love with Istria.

Croatia is no longer the best kept secret in European tourism and direct flights are now a regular occurrence. You could view what First Choice or Thomson have available as well known holiday operators. We suggest that you fly to Dubrovnik, the heart of Istria and kick back for a day or two and then head off to Buzet. This is where the Istrian truffle ‘Bermuda Triangle’ begins and along with Pazin and Buje, you will be knocking on the door of some of the best truffles in the world. Croatia has a lovely climate and this time of the year is very popular for travellers. ‘Days of Truffles’ are a series of truffle-theme events that take place all over October, and if you follow these events you will surely see the best of Istria.

Okay, here is the history and geography lesson all rolled in one for you lucky readers. The Istrian peninsula is located at the head of the Adriatic Sea and is between the Gulf of Trieste and the Bay of Kvarner. Istria is actually shared between three countries:

- Croatia

- Slovenia

- Italy

The name ‘Istria’ originates from the Castellieri culture and this dates right back to the ancient Greeks. The area was highly desirable and the subject of many wars, eventually it became split between the 3 countries mentioned earlier.

Croatia is a popular holiday destination in its own right, but what’s so special about the truffle? Well, to some people, the truffle is just an odd shaped fungi with a very unique smell. And pigs seem to be rather good at sniffing them out. If you have more than a passing interest in cooking and experiencing high end food, you may already know a little about these things. The facts are that truffles are inextricably linked with quality and class, and when it comes to cooking, you’d better believe it. The ‘Days of Truffle’ festival encompasses some fantastic gastronomic displays and you will see a collection of world class chefs like you’ve never seen before. All of this and the gorgeous weather and countryside of Istria are something to behold.

Croatia has become such a popular choice for modern holidaymakers, especially those who are looking beyond the usual places such as Italy and Greece. As well as a huge and gorgeous Mediterranean coastline, you also have a rich and varied culture to enjoy, and then there are the truffles…

We all enjoy the prospect of a holiday or traveling but are often left homebound due to budgets. Holidays can be very expensive. It’s not just getting there with a price tag attached, but your bank balance can slowly start to empty when you consider accommodation, eating out, attractions and insurance. Therefore, to help everyone save a little extra here and there, here’s our top five tips for saving money when traveling abroad.

It is vastly cheaper to visit many European destinations after September so if you’re not looking for a week baking on the sand, consider traveling outside of the typical tourist months. Being Spain’s southernmost city, Málaga enjoys one of the warmest year-round European climates. This results in a much warmer winter and therefore makes it a great city to visit outside of peak times. Winter months also provide a great time to get out on the road as they’re a lot quieter. Considering there aren’t as many organised tours, hiring a car to get around in the cooler months is a good option. You can order and collect a little run-around at the airport from companies like Economy Car Hire that will see you through your holiday.

The idea of booking your holiday at the last minute might be a bit nerve-wracking, but you can bag a great saving if you hang on till the end – and don’t have a specific destination in mind. This is a time to go with the flow. Had your fingers crossed for a discounted trip across Europe but find a cheap holiday to South America? Jump on it and be spontaneous - it could be the best holiday you ever have.

Now if you’re used to five star luxury, then a hostel may sound like your idea of hell. But hostels are not the run down flea ridden dorms often thought of – well not all. Many offer basic and clean accommodation for travellers of all ages that are notably cheaper than a hotel. Our advice is to look for suitable places on websites such as Hostel World and when you find any you like, give them a quick screening with Trip Advisor to read reviews from previous guests.

When visiting cities with countless attractions, or traveling across several destinations, it’s often a good idea to buy city attraction and travel passes as they can save quite a bit money compared to paying single admissions at each venue. It’s always best to check online for what offers are available in your chosen country of travel to see how much you can save.

Some people feel uncomfortable asking for a discount or trying to barter prices. Don’t! It’s your prerogative to save where you can so don’t feel uncomfortable asking, at the end of the day, the worst that can happen is you get a ‘no’. If you’re off traveling for a special occasion, some hotels or tour operators have a budget set aside for this type of thing and it is no hardship for them to upgrade you, or reduce prices as a goodwill gesture. You never know, you could find yourself in business class on a seven hour flight just for dropping the anniversary bomb.

With the summer sun finally dwindling and the evenings drawing in, autumn is the perfect time to pack your bags and head off on a city break for a relaxing long weekend.

But with so many great destinations to choose from, deciding where to jet off to can be hard. So to make your life easier, here’s a list of five of the best autumn city destinations around.

In the middle of summer, Krakow’s streets can become unbearably hot with the crowds in the old town occasionally feeling a little bit much. Meanwhile in the winter, only the brave venture to this Polish gem as temperatures regularly fall well below freezing, leaving the unprepared more than a bit chilly.

This makes autumn the perfect time to visit Krakow, with the days still long enough to enjoy strolling around its streets and the evening cool enough to make the warming Polish food delicious.

The bright northern light that Berlin bathes in during the autumn months makes everything in the city look beautiful. Walk along the canals of Kreuzberg or through the parks of Mitte to enjoy some fantastic autumn scenery.

If you’re feeling adventurous, head out to one of the city’s many lakes for a late summer dip.

If you can’t quite accept that the summer is over, a trip to Lisbon might give you that last hit of sunshine you’re craving.

Autumn temperatures are often in the mid teens with highs of 25˚C not unheard of so it’s a great place for autumnal sun.

Like Lisbon, Barcelona offers visitors a good chance of late-season sun.

However, if the weather’s not playing ball there will still be plenty to see and do in this thriving city so don’t be put off if the forecast isn’t on your side.

If you’re happy staying in the UK for your weekend away, there are loads of city breaks closer to home and one of the best during the autumn months is Edinburgh.

Spend an afternoon exploring the Royal Mile or the famous castle that overlooks the city before visiting the nearby beaches and countryside to see some fantastic autumn landscapes.

Autumn is a great time to do a bit of exploring, so why not make your own top five city break list and start seeing what Europe has up its sleeve this year?

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