Food for Thought on UK Tours

Those who embark on UK tours always seem to cite Britain's unique food culture as one of the highlights of their trip. The rich, meaty dishes overwhelm the taste buds of all who try them. There is plenty to choose from. If you are short of time, then here are four meals you really cannot afford to miss.

England, Traditional Sunday Roast

The Sunday roast is the cornerstone of every English family's week. If your UK tours mean you will be in England on a Sunday, then you cannot afford to miss the opportunity to sample a traditional roast and experience a slice of your everyday Englishman's life. Along with a freshly cooked joint of meat, your dish will be served with plenty of vegetables and roast potatoes.

Scotland, Haggis

Many people are initially put off by the idea of eating a sheep's stomach; however, once they taste this traditional Scottish delicacy they will start to wonder why. Eating haggis is an absolute must when your UK tours pull into Scotland. This dish is usually served with turnip and potatoes (or 'neeps and tatties' to the locals).

Wales, Welsh rarebit

No UK tours are complete without a stop in Wales and no stop in Wales is complete without a portion of Welsh rarebit. This dish is made with a savoury cheese sauce, served hot over toasted bread. You will get served a different regional variation of this meal depending on where you are in Wales, so watch out. Don't forget, this dish tastes even better with homemade Welsh chutney.

Ireland, Irish Stew

This traditional Irish dish is made from lamb and mutton, as well as carrots, onions and parsley. A hearty Irish stew is a great way to celebrate traditional Irish culture. When served hot, this dish will warm you up on those blustery, cold days that Ireland is famous for. If you fancy a few pints of Irish stout in the evening then make sure you line your stomach with a hearty Irish stew beforehand!

So these are the four main dishes you should go out of your way to sample whilst on UK tours. There are plenty of other local dishes across the United Kingdom that are equally as nice and worth keeping an eye out for. Food plays a massive part in the make-up of the United Kingdom's culture; make sure you celebrate it on your UK tours.


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