03/07/2026
Play With Fire Joins East London Brewing Co.

Things are heating up at the brewery.

Play With Fire has rolled into Lockwood Way, bringing big flavours, live-fire cooking and a menu built for a pint.

Expect bold and playful re-imagining of classics straight off the grill. No fuss just seriously good food cooked over fire.

Fire-cooked excellence. Crisp pints. East London. Makes sense, really.

Founded by passionate chef Matt Purkis, Matt is a huge advocate for fire-cooked food and well-sourced ingredients from a considered supply chain. With extensive experience leading kitchens, Matt has built a career around bringing people together through the primal joy of cooking over wood and fire. 

Taking authentic South American, South-East Asian and European inspiration, Matt’s work is driven by a commitment to sourcing the highest-quality produce from local suppliers, ensuring every dish reflects care for both taste and sustainability. His career has been shaped by hands-on expertise, a belief in genuine hospitality, and the art of open-fire cooking.

Let the fire burrrrrrnnnn!

03/07/2026