The first match of ICC World Cup 2019 between England and South Africa is all set to take place on 30 May at The Oval, London. For all those who are currently in London or will be travelling to the city to witness the extravagant tournament, we have something local experience for you to enjoy.
Food is essential wherever you go and no trip is complete without savouring the local delights of a city. In London, you will get to enjoy a variety of regional and local dishes too. Check out some of the must-eats in the capital city!
Fish & Chips
Perfectly cooked Fish & Chips (Photo Courtesy – Instagram/petworthstar)
Fish & Chips to London what Dal Rice is to India. Wholesome, comfort food loved by everybody. Fish & Chips basically comprises of fried fish (cod or haddock) in batter served with golden brown fries. In London, the dish is generally accompanied by mushy peas and brown sauce or tartar sauce. This is perhaps the first dish you must enjoy in the capital city!
Full English Breakfast
A Full English breakfast generally includes grilled tomatoes, beans, bacon, eggs, slices of bread and sausages. (Photo Courtesy – Instagram/ollie_eats)
You may know it as Full English, Fry- Up or Full Monty, the wholesome breakfast spread of the United Kingdom is a must-have. Ireland, England, Wales, and Scotland include their regional variations to the spread. The spread found in England includes bacon, fried, poached or scrambled eggs, fried or grilled, fried mushrooms, fried bread or buttered toast, and sausages (locally known as bangers). The food is traditionally served with a cup of tea or coffee (recent alternative). It is so popular in the United Kingdom that most pubs and eateries serve it as an ‘All-Day Breakfast’ option so you can try it any time of the day (just make sure to have a big appetite)!
Tea & Crumpets
Traditional Tea & Crumpets (Photo Courtesy – Instagram/monae_belle)
Nobody does evening tea like the British! It is one of the most enjoyable social events in the United Kingdom. People gather to enjoy freshly brewed tea with crumpets or a choice of sweet and savoury snacks. A crumpet is a type of bread most closely related to the English muffin. Crumpets taste very similar to English muffins and even look like them. Nowadays, an assortment of finger foods and snacks such as mini sandwiches, muffins and tarts get served with tea.
Eton Mess
A Eton Mess (Photo Courtesy – Instagram/ave_dulcis_tamara)
It is a mixture of strawberries, meringue shards and whipped double cream. The dessert is believed to have originated at Eton College and gets served at the annual cricket match against the pupils of Harrow School. Eton mess was served in the 1930s in the school’s small shop and was originally made with either strawberries or bananas mixed with ice-cream or cream. The meringue was a later addition. An Eton mess can be made with many other types of summer fruit but strawberries are regarded as more traditional.
Sunday Roast
A traditional Sunday Roast (Photo Courtesy – Instagram/anitapixlondon)
Traditionally served on a Sunday (hence, the name), Sunday Roast is a family meal that includes vegetarian, meat and accompaniments for everyone to enjoy. The large spread generally includes chicken, lamb, pork or roast beef, a range of boiled, steamed and/or roasted vegetables (generally roasted or mashed potatoes, and boiled carrots and peas), Yorkshire pudding and a delicious gravy prepared with juices released by the roasting meat, veggie scraps and stock/thickening agent.
What all are you going to try during ICC World Cup 2019?
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