The one universal language that unites people from all over the world is food. It is that something that people live for, and also die for. Wars were fought over this, empires were conquered- All owing to food. Skipping the intricacies and the history associated behind the food items, this article presents to you top 10 dishes you must try on your English tour! If you don’t, I’m pretty sure your cravings shall never be satisfied!
Chicken Tikka Masala- Even though originally Indian, the British capital has adopted it with all its heart. Some reports even state that the dish has been termed to be the national dish.
Fish & chips and mashed potatoes- What could be more fulfilling that to savour a typical English affair comprising of authentic traditional fish & chips, perfectly cooked and some yum mashed potatoes?
Pigs in blanket- An innovation in its own, pork-lovers must get their taste-buds feast on this novel delicacy, spiced as per culinary conveniences.
Shepherd’s Pie- England is the home to pies and baked stuff; and one cannot definitely miss out the scrumptious Shepherd’s Pie that is so elaborately cooked with potatoes and meat.
Bao- Thanks to the assimilation of the Asians, the city has emerged as a perfect spot for delicate baos, complete with a variety of fillings and toppings.
English breakfast tea & coffee- To sip on your favorite drink and gaze through the window of a lavish cafe is definitely a bucket-list worthy item in London. The English fancy their tea as well as coffee- You know they wouldn’t leave any stone unturned when it comes to their favorites!
Butterscotch french toast- While many are of the opinion that French toast is French, it is not. It is England that saw the rise of this extremely popular and healthy snack. A variant of the original egg-recipe is the butterscotch one, and mind you, you will be swept off your feet after feasting on this.
Gin & tonic- No food menu is complete sans drinks, and G&T definitely tops the list. Feel free to pick your favorite!
Sunday roast- Traditional families call for traditional lunches or suppers where they have roast turkeys or ducks to their merriment.
Vegan cake- The city is very conscious and aims at catering to everyone’s tastes and preferences. It is one of the very first places which had started with vegan fares, and vegan cake is a must-try.
Try them and let us know your take!
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