October 21: Conquer Previous Food Perceptions on Battle of Trafalgar Day
Explore British culinary tradition on Battle of Trafalgar Day! This day celebrates the victory by the Royal Naval under the command of Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson over French and Spanish forces at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. It is presently commemorated in Birmingham with a parade to the statue of Lord Nelson where the mayor lays a wreath and salutes the statue.
This is a great opportunity to learn more about British cuisine which often receives an undeserved bad reputation. U.K. food approaches focus on local ingredients accented with various sauces. Family dinner recipes may include the tradition of meat and herb stewing as well as the spices of former British colonies. Other popular options include the full British breakfast along with fish and chips which figure prominently in online food recipes. Take a look at these British combinations discovered by Dishfolio food bloggers and discover a new take on British food traditions!
Scottish Shortbread with Strawberries
A typical and traditional cookie from Scotland!
by Pane-Bistecca
Make The Best Yorkshire Pudding Ever
Quick, easy, delicious and Cheap recipe plus lots of things to do with it.
by Sudden Lunch
Chocolate HobNobs
My favourite British biscuit ever! Crunchy, golden oat biscuit smothered in milk chocolate... YUM!
by KitchenMason
Vegan British Grilled Cheese
Vegan British Grilled Cheese with Brown Sugar Barbecue Baked Beans
by theveglife
Toad In The Hole
A British classic and one of my all time fave Sunday dinner "cheats"
by KitchenMason
Traditional English Trifle
This popular English dessert has been adapted over the years to fit the American lifestyle. This recipe come straight from my British family.
by amandascookin
Peach melba Eton mess
Peach melba Eton mess - a delicious version of the traditional British dessert.
by amuseyourbouche
Strawberry sorbet with strawberry jelly
For a tasty way to celebrate the British summer, this strawberry sorbet recipe with strawberry jelly from Matthew Tomkinson is a stand-out treat.
by TolaniGBC
Lamb and Leek Hotpot
In the winter you can warm your cold bum with this luscious Lamb & Leek Hotpot. British cooking at its best.
by Greedy Gourmet
Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken Tikka Masala - The most popular Indian dish that got popularized by British around the world.
by expatrecipe
Asian turkey rolls
Original turkey rolls for every taste - Asian, Italian, Southern France & British styles!
by KandB