A taste of the Championships: Wimbledon unveils 2026 food and drink offering
By Shivani Dubey | 15 May 2026 | Food & Drink, Sport
As Wimbledon gears up for the 2026 Tennis Championships, we got an exclusive look into its food and drink offering with a one-of-a-kind evening in London
One of the most exciting events in London’s 2026 summer calendar is undoubtedly the Wimbledon Tennis Championships, where the world’s leading tennis players battle it out for that coveted grand slam title. And while the sporting element is definitely the star of the show, it is the whole experience of being at Wimbledon that makes it such a compelling day out in the summer.
The theatre of the high octane tennis match combined with the food and drink, the celebrity sightings and the dressing up element make the day a true celebration of the British summer. And as Wimbledon gears up for the upcoming 2026 Tennis Championships, we got an exclusive look into the event’s food and drink offering with a one-of-a-kind tasting inside the Champions’ Room.
The evening began with a tour of the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum, including the Slice of History exhibition, that takes the viewer through the culinary history of the Championships. Having taken our fill of the exhibit, we arrived at the ultra exclusive Champions’ Room, which, during the Championships, offers an intimate dining experience for Centre Court debenture ticket holders.
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Here, we embarked on a culinary tour of the entire Wimbledon Tennis Championships offering for 2026, which aims to highlight a diverse culinary landscape that extends beyond the event’s much-loved, traditional staples. Rooted in a deep respect for the British Isles, the new offering showcases the breadth of Great British produce and champions local suppliers to deliver exceptional, seasonal flavours to every tennis fan.
Responsibly sourced and using modern creative techniques, the menu is filled with mouthwatering dishes that go beyond the classic strawberries and cream – which, fret not, is still the star of the show. Led by executive chef Sam Morgan, the menu champions British producers through innovative waste-reduction strategies. This includes using surplus fruit from Hugh Lowe Farms in Kent to create a house-made hot sauce for the fried chicken at the Walled Garden, and sourcing sustainable wild venison from Royal Parks.
Sam, who will be leading the line at the Championships for the very first time this year, spoke about the ‘huge honour’ of taking on the role, and what guests can expect from the food and drink offering.
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“Stepping into the role of executive chef is a huge honour, especially as we look to push the boundaries of what guests expect from dining at The Championships. My focus is on absolute quality throughout, ensuring our public restaurants are on par with the capital’s finest. We’ve worked closely with our incredible network of British suppliers to ensure that every menu reflects the very best of the season,” he said.
Some of the star dishes that should definitely be on your radar come the Championships include the fried artichokes with roasted cauliflower, which you can find at The Cavendish, the shellfish platter from The Wingfield and the venison tartare from the Centenary Brasserie.
With the aim of going beyond just the traditional Wimbledon staples – while still keeping them front and centre – this year’s culinary offering might just go toe-to-toe with the spectacle of world class tennis taking place just a few feet ahead. And if there is one year you don’t want to miss the Wimbledon Tennis Championships, it’s this one.
Images: AELTC/Andrew Parsons, Chloe Knott
