The Bite Magazine - Spring/Summer 2026 - Issue 39

bitewatches Their original flagship shop at 88b sits inside the Victorian building previously known as the Horse Hospital. Built in the 19th century, it has a vaulted brick roof, riveted metal columns, and an unmistakable sense of industrial history. When the team first took over the space, they spent two intense weeks painting, hammering, dusting, building ta- bles, and organising stock until the shop finally looked and felt exactly as they had imagined it. They are now based in Unit 31 at The Stables Market. To commemorate the historical building, the brand re- leased a special Horse Hospital edition of the No.29. Its design draws on the colours and characteristics of British WWI trench watches: a thick leather strap, a dark dial with bright, highly legible accents, and subtle luminous detailing. The story behind it is rooted in Camden Market’s origins, where the area began life in 1839 as the Camden Goods Depot, the London terminus for goods arriving by rail and canal. As trade expanded, so did the need for warehouses and stables to house the Victorian working horses that moved goods through the district. This growth led to the creation of the Stables Yard, a sprawling complex built to support the constant movement of materials. In 1883, a two‑sto- rey structure was added to the north‑west corner of the yard, designed to accommodate ninety‑two horses across two floors. Twelve loose boxes were reserved for tired or injured animals, giving the building its enduring nickname. Other designs with a Swiss or Japanese Quartz move- ment include the No.24 watch, an elegant, feminine design with a subtle twist that balances vintage charm with an industrial edge. Its brushed dial and double‑stitched strap give the watch a softness at first glance, but a closer look reveals a tougher character. It’s designed to be worn alone or stacked with bracelets and bangles. The minute track is laid out in a classic train‑track pattern, a nod to Camden’s industrial past and the railways that shaped the area. The No.27 Camden x Rebecca Vincent watch brings the tattoo artist’s distinctive style to the brand’s unisex design, transforming the white mother‑of‑pearl and delicate sprays of Forget‑me‑nots dials into a monochrome canvas in- spired by the Victorian Language of Flowers. Rebecca’s in- tricate line work gives the watch boldness, turning symbol- ic blooms into something delicate and striking, and making the piece feel as much like wearable art as a timepiece. From its Chef Edition, the No.88 Camden x Tom Brown watch transitions seamlessly from chef’s whites to casual wear. The mother‑of‑pearl dial, inspired by oyster shells, catches the light with a soft iridescence and features large, easy‑to‑read numerals and a subtle wave pattern that nods to Tom’s love of the sea. The markings draw from vintage kitchen tools, grounding the watch in culinary heritage, while the gold case and tan strap echo the warm tones of well‑used copper cookware. The complex and intricate No.253 timepiece is a homage to the great engineering advancements of the Victorian era. The brand presents its Memento Mori special edition, built around the ‘memento mori’ phrase, meaning “remem-