June 21st 2024.
I recently embarked on a gastronomical adventure to try out Taylor Swift's go-to order at a kebab shop in London. Despite her song "So Long, London," it seems that the city still holds a special place in the superstar's heart. With her record-breaking Eras Tour coming to Wembley Stadium for eight shows this summer, starting on June 21, fans are eager to see what the singer will be indulging in during her time in London. And let me tell you, it's not what you would expect.
While many would assume that Taylor would be dining at some of London's finest restaurants, her team has actually placed an order at Kentish Delight, a humble kebab shop in Kentish Town. Swifties will instantly recognize this unexpected location from Taylor's 2017 music video for "End Game," featuring Ed Sheeran and Future. In the video, the stylish singer can be seen enjoying a kebab in a sparkly dress and blue fluffy coat. And according to the staff at Kentish Delight, this is not just for show – Taylor has actually visited the shop multiple times in real life.
Her go-to order is a chicken kebab, either doner or shish, with extra garlic sauce. As fans flock to London for her concerts this weekend, many are also making a stop at Kentish Delight to try out Taylor's favorite dish. And I, as a foodie and a Swiftie, couldn't resist joining them to see if the hype was real.
As someone who has never ordered a kebab before (yes, really), this was a momentous occasion for me. I've been to kebab shops after a night out, but my go-to was always a portion of cheesy chips. So, you could say that I was doubly excited for this experience.
The kebab shop is located on a bustling high street, and aside from the selfie of a staff member with Taylor Swift in the window, it looks like any other kebab shop. The owner, Ahmed Khan, is working solo when I arrive, busy chopping cabbage for more kebabs. The past few days have been a whirlwind for him, with the shop going viral once again.
As soon as he sees me wearing my Eras Tour T-Shirt, he knows exactly why I'm there. He greets me with a smile and asks if I want the "Taylor Swift kebab," before getting to work on making it. Apparently, the superstar usually orders a chicken doner or chicken shish kebab from the shop.
As Ahmed prepares the food, fans come and go, taking selfies in the shop but not actually ordering anything. This is something he's used to by now, and thankfully, he has a great sense of humor about it.
First up, I try the chicken doner kebab, which has never really appealed to me before. I've never been a fan of the meat spinning on display behind the counter. But to my surprise, I thoroughly enjoy it. The pita bread is topped with chicken, garlic sauce, lettuce, onion, cucumber, cabbage, and tomato. The sauce seeps into the bread, making it soft and juicy. The seasoning is just right, and the garlic is not overpowering. After a few bites, I'm a convert – I can see why Taylor keeps coming back for more.
I then move on to the chicken shish, which is less saucy but has a smoky, chargrilled flavor – exactly what I imagine a kebab should taste like. It's delicious, and once again, not greasy at all. I'm a big fan.
So, it's safe to say that my first experience with a kebab was a success. I would definitely go back for another one, and this proves that the dish is so much more than just a post-night-out purchase to soak up alcohol. While it's true that not all kebab shops are created equal, Kentish Delight is definitely doing a fantastic job. It's no wonder that it has a love story with Taylor and has earned its big reputation.
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