Do you know why we eat turkey at Christmas? Why are they called French fries? Which ancient civilisation prized chocolate so highly they used it as currency? We’re serving up the fascinating stories, flavours, and traditions that makes food the world’s most talked-about subject, one delicious bite at a time.
Food History
Food History
From haggis to hamburgers and caviar to crisps, here’s the inside scoop on the history of your favourite food (and some you've never heard of!)
Food History
From haggis to hamburgers and caviar to crisps, here’s the inside scoop on the history of your favourite food (and some you've never heard of!)
Do you know why we eat turkey at Christmas? Why are they called French fries? Which ancient civilisation prized chocolate so highly they used it as currency? We’re serving up the fascinating stories, flavours, and traditions that makes food the world’s most talked-about subject, one delicious bite at a time.
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Fry, Flip, and Feast: The Story Of Pancake Day
Pancake Day brings happiness and childlike delight to an ordinarily dull day of the week, but why is it honoured with flipping batter and sticky fingers?
From Accident to Icon: The Sweet Story of Bakewell Puddings
Was the Bakewell Pudding invented by mistake? And is it the same as a Bakewell tart? This sweet sensation is well worth ‘pudding’ under the spotlight.
A Classic Crust: Britain's Most Famous Pork Pie
What’s the difference between a Melton Mowbray pork pie, and other pork pies? There’s only one way to find out. Read on.
Classic Slow Cooking: Lancashire Hotpot and the Making of Comfort Food
Is Lancashire hotpot the original comfort food? Here’s the story of one of Britain's most famous dishes.
Meat-Free, Full of Pride: The Welsh Story of Glamorgan Sausages
What is a Glamorgan sausage, and is it even a sausage? Come with us through historic Glamorgan and the South Wales valleys in search of this Welsh culinary icon.
Rise of a Legend: How Yorkshire Pudding Won the Roast
Are Yorkshire puddings from Yorkshire? Let’s find out where they’re from and discover if there’s any truth to the rumour they’re also eaten as a dessert.
From Caves to Counters: How Cheddar Became Britain’s Big Cheese
Discover the rich history of British Cheddar, from its origins in Somerset’s caves to its rise as the UK’s most iconic and widely loved cheese.
Sweet Chaos: The Curious Origins of Eton Mess
Uncover the history behind Eton Mess, the classic British dessert born from summer strawberries and a love of tasty imperfection.
The History of the Sandwich: The Best Thing Since Sliced Bread
Discover the fascinating history of the sandwich, from ancient flatbreads older than agriculture to the 18th-century moment that gave this everyday food its name.
Steamed, Spiced & Steeped in History: The Christmas Pudding Story
Is it even Christmas dinner without Christmas pudding? Where did it come from, and should it be stirred from east to west?
Spice & Warmth: The Medieval Origins of Mulled Wine
What is mulled wine, what’s it made from, and did the ancient Romans drink it? Discover the amazing story behind one of our oldest holiday traditions.
From Goose to Turkey: The Evolution of Christmas Dinner
How did our Christmas dinner evolve into the wonderfully joyous spread we enjoy today? Pull up a chair, we’re serving centuries of festive feasts.