British cuisine is often the subject of rigorous criticism — which we will argue is completely undeserved. Yes, we enjoy ‘a cuppa’ and ‘a biscuit’ but Britain is also home to a variety of comforting and delicious dishes that have truly stood the test of time.
What you will get is wholesome delicious food whether you are a local reminiscing over long-lost British favorites or a tourist seeking an authentic British experience. Here is a list of 7 British classics that truly deserve the attention and care — and no soggy bottoms will be permitted here.
- Fish & Chips by the Seaside
Eating cod and chips by the coast is a magical experience one can never recreate elsewhere. Imagine golden-battered cod, ‘chunky’ chips and mushy peas on the coast with a lot of salt and vinegar mixed in — the best part is that everything is enjoyed with a tiny wooden fork while trying to avoid seagull attacks.
- The Full English
This isn’t merely breakfast — it’s more like conquering a benchmark. Nothing beats the heavenly mix of sausages, bacon, eggs (scrambled or fried), hashbrowns, baked beans, tomatoes, mushrooms, and toast. But don’t you ever dare to forget the builders’ tea.
- Sunday Roast with All the Trimmings
It is an indescribable national treasure. Regardless of whether is beef, lamb, chicken, or nut roast, the focus should always steer towards the gravy, proper veg, roasties, and Yorkshire pudding. The meal is best enjoyed on a cold day in a warm cozy pub beside an open fire.
- Scotch Eggs
About the easiest and tastiest scotch egg pub snack, its a soft-boiled egg otained directly from the stovetop, wrapped in sausage meat, crumb coated, and then deep fried which results it looking crisp golden brown on the outside. These beauties should literally be served at a picnic table.
- Cornish Pasty
It’s as scrumptious as it looks, born in England’s Cornwall and now loved nationwide – Cornish Pastie. It’s a paestro of meat, potatoes, swede onion all stuffed inside of a flaky pastry. Perfect for chomping on the go.
- Sticky Toffee Pudding
The bigak of puddings stays true to its name. Rich, warm, and swimming in toffee sauce with a good serving of custard or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Cutison guarantees it to warm your belly while bringing comfort to the soul.
- Afternoon Tea
Along with a pot of Earl Grey, this good old British tradition consists of finger sandwiches, scones served with clotted cream and good ol’ jam, eta(Cream or jam first, that’s your choice) Sadly we have to draw the line somewhere so mini cakes would be the ideal option alongside the rest. All in all great Britain has a history of having scrumptious tea breaks.
Final Bite:
Food in British culture differs from simple cuisine they serve as a reminder of tradition. An international level of quality, scrumptious, hearty meals drawing together past and memories of bliss. The wonderful world of Britain.