Want to save a few pence? Take away and head to the nearest park

One thing about casual lunching in central London that's for sure: it'll cost you more to eat in than takeaway. At places like Hot in central London, the charge can be as much as 40 pence an item -- change that can add up quick.

One way to save those pence: order takeaway head to the nearest park or square. London has plenty of them, and they're everywhere. Of course, this trick won't work so well on the rainy days for which London is so well known. But during a sunny spell, there may be no midday escape than a picnic in the park.