At Empress Market we cook how we live. Led by our Head Chef and Founder, Numra, our food is inspired by Pakistani and Indian recipes. Our techniques are influenced by our travels, international chef residencies and London’s diverse food landscape.
At Empress Market we value cooking and we put an emphasis on colours and vibrancy. Flavour is at the forefront of everything we do, showcasing quality spices and fresh British produce.
Empress Market offers a bespoke service designing unique menus for each special occasion. A combination of traditional and original dishes are curated to tell personal stories through the joys of food.
Read on to meet Numra and get in touch to enquire about our services and availabilities.
Meet Numra,
Head Chef and Founder of Empress Market
Numra seeks creative ways to explore her British-Pakistani heritage through her cooking and to share her story as a multicultural Londoner.
Numra began her culinary journey in 2014 when she launched Bun Kabab, a street food stall, serving the famous ‘anday wala’ Karachi style burger.
Numra’s passion for food has led to a kaleidoscope of experience over the years. She has trained at the Leiths School of Food & Wine, she works as a Chef Consultant for some of London’s leading catering companies, and she runs her own business with Empress Market. Numra has shared kitchens with some of the best chefs out there, including Noor Murad of Ottolenghi’s kitchen, Georgina Hayden, Anna Haugh and Clodagh McKenna to name a few.
Storytelling is at the heart of every meal Numra cooks and the driving force behind Empress Market. She believes good hospitality is more than just food, but an expression of who we are and where we wish to go in the world.
GET IN TOUCH
At Empress Market we are curious and open to cater for a wide range of events. We offer bespoke menu creation for every wedding, dinner or office party. Every event begins with your story.
Get in touch today and let us know about yourself and what you have in mind. We will take it from there.
