Food

The great British fry-up -- or the "full English," "full breakfast" or "Ulster fry"-- is the ultimate greasy, guilty pleasure. No room for crunchy vegetables and fresh fruit here; the fry-up is for ...

Espresso is a small shot of coffee made by forcing pressurized hot water through finely ground coffee and a metal filter. The brew is covered in a layer of golden or hazel-coloured foam called crema. ...

Few institutions have tracked the English population’s changing attitudes to food as the traditional market. Once a shop window for local farmers, the markets were left with second-best food quality ...

Invented by the Earl of Sandwich back in 1762, the sandwich is a versatile meal that can range from simple to gourmet. Sandwiches can be made with a wide variety of breads, including white, brown, ...

Beans, which count towards your recommended five daily portions of fruit and vegetables, come loaded with iron and fibre. They’re also high in protein, which makes them a particularly good addition ...

To maintain a healthy weight, or lose excess weight, you may wish to include low fat snacks, such as low fat crisps, as part of your healthy eating plan. However, commercially-produced low fat crisps ...

Even the most delicious drink needs more than a packet of crisps to cheer it up. Salty crisps, nuts, and the odd pickled egg have been standard bar snack fare in Britain. It was a long-held belief ...

Italian limoncello is a lemon-based, alcoholic liqueur that is served as an aperitif and as a "digestivo," or after dinner drink. Italian limoncello, which provides a base for a variety of cocktail ...

Seasonal autumn foods are like autumn leaves – colourful, beautiful, transient and a gift from nature to be savoured and enjoyed before the long, cold winter months. Make the most of late September’s ...

The South Bank of the river Thames in London houses one the world’s largest cultural centres including concert halls, theatres, cinemas and art galleries. Stretching between the Hungerford and ...

Winter is the season when you want to indulge in hot, satisfying food that keeps the cold weather at bay. However, it needn’t just be about stodgy comfort food – it’s also the season for apples and ...

British summertime conjures up images of Wimbledon and strawberries and cream, but, if you’re prepared to get adventurous and creative in the kitchen, summertime can also offer a medley of flavours ...

After a long, cold winter, it’s natural to turn your fancy to the foods you love, rich in the vibrant colours, textures and flavours that symbolize British springtime. Eating seasonally and locally ...

Many people associate the world's best cheeses with France and Italy. Britain, however, is well-known for its many varieties of cheeses. In fact, the world's most famous cheese, Cheddar, originates ...

Quinoa is the seed of the goosefoot plant that grows in the Andes Mountains of South America. The plant is related to chard and spinach. With between 12 and 18 percent protein content and a low ...

Parsley liquor is a form of gravy linked closely to the East End of London and the local specialty, Pie and Mash. The parsley gives the gravy not only a distinctive taste but also a green colour ...

Eating seasonally in the United Kingdom means buying British-produced food at the same times of year farmers harvest the fruit and vegetables. In doing so, you not only support British farmers, but ...

According to Keats, autumn is the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness but it is also the season when the nights start getting colder and longer and the body yearns for something more substantial ...

Originally making an appearance in the East End of London during the 16th century, jellied eels are something of an acquired taste. Jellied eels are traditionally prepared using native freshwater ...

The cooks of ancient Rome created mint sauce to disguise the taste of old and rancid meat, according to the website bbc.co.uk. Nowadays, the native herb continues to be used in mint sauce, primarily ...