Veganuary: Taste authentic Caribbean dishes like Guyana’s renowned Dhal Puri from Kaieteur Kitchen Original and vegan-friendly plantain from Original Caribbean Spice. Lovers of jollof rice, pounded yam and traditional stew will enjoy the African cuisine from Daddy O’s Suya Spot. Vegetarian options at Korean spot Cheemc include udon soup, deep-fried cauliflower and deep-friend sweet potato whilst authentic Xi’an restaurant Murger Han serves tofu skewers and steamed noodles made of wheat or rice.

International hot and spicy day (16th January): Turn up the heat with these winter-warmer dishes from the hottest eateries around. Soup is all the rage across the Caribbean with Kaieteur Kitchen Original serving up their pepper pot and chicken curry dish; freshly made red peas soup is the perfect grab-and-go from authentic meal specialists at Original Caribbean Spice. Those who enjoy African cuisine can indulge in Daddy-O’s Suya Spot serving of traditional Nigerian soup and pounded yam with marinated smoked turkey with spicy sauce whilst lovers of Asian food can indulge in authentically Xi’an spicy gluten salad served cold with peanuts.

International popcorn day (19th January): Cave into your sugar cravings at Ayca Sweet and Nuts during their celebration of International Popcorn Day with their freshly made popcorn and a choice of over 50 varieties of nuts. Whether you’re looking for a protein kick, have a sweet tooth or are just a major fan of salted or unsalted nuts, as well as dates, prunes and figs, there’s an option suited to everyone’s taste.

About Castle Square:
Castle Square is a new addition to Elephant and Castle, creating the perfect gateway into Elephant Park and is home to an eclectic, mix of local independent traders. It represents the heart of a wider retail and leisure offer which includes Ash Avenue and Elephant Central. It’s home to fashion, textiles, electrical products and services and some of the most delicious cafés and restaurants available locally.
 
Easily accessible, Castle Square is located just 5 minutes’ walk from Elephant and Castle tube station and directly opposite Elephant and Castle train station and adjacent to the Sainsbury’s store at 50 New Kent Road.