English people, their food and traditions

  • 476

    ancient times

    ancient times
    The diet of the Celts and Anglo-Saxons who lived in what is now England thousands of years ago consisted of meat, fish, grains and vegetables
  • 1500

    Middle Ages

    Middle Ages
    The cuisine was influenced by royal courts and monasteries. Feasts became more and more lavish, with many dishes of meat, fish and game. The first recipes for puddings and pies appeared
  • Tudor era

    Tudor era
    English cuisine became more sophisticated and varied due to the influence of European culinary traditions. Such iconic dishes as shepherd's pie and roast beef appeared
  • 17th and 18th centuries

    17th and 18th centuries
    English cuisine continued to evolve, enriched with new ingredients and cooking techniques. The famous English breakfasts appeared, including bacon, eggs, sausages and beans. Potatoes and tea also began to be actively used.
  • 19th century

    19th century
    Marked by the reign of Queen Victoria and the development of Victorian cuisine, with iconic dishes such as roast beef with Yorkshire pudding, Welsh rabbit and a variety of desserts, including the famous Christmas pudding
  • XX century

    XX century
    English cuisine has begun to change rapidly under the influence of globalization and migration. New culinary traditions have appeared in England, brought by migrants from India, China and other countries. For example, curry has become an integral part of English cuisine