Food lovers sampled some tasty treats from around the world at the launch of the Streatham Food Festival on Saturday.

Lambeth’s former top cop and London Mayor candidate Brian Paddick got the festival into full swing as he declared it officially open in a ceremony outside the Streatham Odeon cinema.

Various foodie events, including open air markets and cookery classes, will be running until this Saturday, March 31.

For more information visit www.streathamfoodfestival.com.