Summer is here which means people the length and breadth of the country are packing up their sandwiches and going on a picnic. We’ve come a long way since the thermos of tea, a cheese roll and a hard-boiled egg.…
National Fish and Chip Day 2018
Friday, June 1st marks the day when people across the UK celebrate their favourite traditional dish: fish and chips. In honour of National Fish and Chip Day 2018, we take a look at what makes this dish so special and…
Great British Beef Week 2018
It’s that time of the year again when we celebrate all things beefy. Thanks to Ladies in Beef, let’s enjoy Great British Beef Week 2018. And this year is all the more special because Ladies in Beef co-founder Minette Batters…
British Wine Market Continues to Grow
Over the past few decades, the reputation of British wine has greatly improved. In fact, the country now boasts a number of award-winning vineyards. And the trend is growing. It’s also spreading geographically. Although currently focussed on the Southeastern corner…
Hot Cross Buns for Easter
As Good Friday draws near, we pay tribute to a seasonal favourite with a long history. Hot cross buns are sweet, yeasted rolls, often spiced and containing currants. Their top is marked by a cross, whether it be cut into…
The British Gin Revival
If you’ve been in any restaurant or bar in the last few years you’ve probably noticed it: the growing selection of British gins on the shelf. What was long dismissed as “mother’s ruin” is back and claiming its rightful place…
Just Say British Cheese!
With more than 700 varieties of British cheese, a cheese lover has almost two years of new product to sample every day. And by the time they’re finished, there’ll be new varieties to try. In short, Britain is a paradise…
Welsh Cakes – Get The Griddle Out!
What is a Welsh cake? It’s cooked on a griddle so it must be like a pancake, right? Except that it’s made from rolled out dough, so does that make it a cookie or a cake? The correct answer is:…
Britain’s Love Affair with the Kipper
I almost missed it. After exploring Whitby Abbey and the fascinating St. Mary’s Church, I descended the famous 199 steps to roam among the shops of the old town. By pure chance, instead of heading to the multiple displays of…
Syllabub – The Simple English Dessert
Creamy frothy syllabub was a firm favourite in English cuisine from the 1500s to the Victorian era, and although it is less commonly found on modern menus, it deserves a comeback. So easy to make, the dessert still seems wonderfully…