Rosie Lovell — founder of Rosie's Deli Cafe and food writer

Mirch Masala
“Mirch Masala in Tooting Broadway is excellent. This grill joint does the best lamb chops; thin, salty and packed with flavour. The atmosphere is busy and hot and like a holiday. You can get away with a cheap tab and B.Y.O.”
Mirch Masala, 213 Upper Tooting Road, London, SW17 7TG 0800 024 8080

Ganapati
“For lunch, Ganapati in Peckham is a local favourite. The masala dosa is delicate and the accompanying pickles are delicious — moist garlic pickle, ginger chutney and that lovely fine coconuty one. It is the perfect one-stop lunchtime treat. The staff are also super friendly and it’s a calm experience.”
Ganapati, 38 Holly Grove, London, SE15 5DF 0207 277 2928

Photo: Emily London; Courtesy of Rosie Lovell