Fortnum & Mason

Want to shop where The King shops? Spend a few quid at Fortnum & Mason, purveyor of fine foods since 1707. The store began as a grocery shop and by the late 18th century it was known for its exotic imported foods, brought in by the East India Company. In the mid-19th century it began selling its well-known hampers (gourmet food baskets), which by the late 20th century had grown popular with rail and air travelers. Famous for its indulgent hampers, delicious teas, and decadent food hall, Fortnum & Mason holds a royal warrant signifying that the household of His Majesty The King is a customer.