Top 10 traditional foods in London. Below is the list of 10 traditional foods in London. We list our favorite places in London to get them, as well as tours of London.
1. Fish and chips
There is nothing that says “British food” like Fish and Chips. Known around the world, this traditional British dish is at the top of any dining list for visitors to London and the UK. in London. Fish and chips are traditionally eaten with mushy peas and garnished with salt and vinegar!
2. Sunday Roast with Yorkshire Pudding
The Sunday roast is a true British classic. Traditionally, this meal is eaten anytime from 12 noon to 5 pm on Sundays. Although on Sundays you can order roast with turkey, beef, pork, chicken, lamb and vegetarian options. It’s important to always make sure you get your Yorkshire pudding! Traditionally served with beef, Yorkshire pudding is a true British classic and can often be added to any Sunday roast order. A traditional asado comes with meat, potatoes, sauce and vegetables and it should be that big.
3. Eton Disaster
A simple and delicious dessert, Eton Mess is named after a prestigious boys’ school of the same name. A fabulous mix of crushed meringue, cream and strawberries, Eton Mess is a classic British treat. Keep an eye out for variations made with different types of fruit or with ice cream instead of cream. We believe that the best experience is with the classic strawberry ingredient.
4. Pie and the Mash at Windmill Mayfair
Pie and Mash has come a long way from simple steak and kidney or pork pies. Today there are a huge number of types of cakes to try! A classic comfort food, the pie served with loads of creamy mashed potatoes and loads of gravy is a true British treat.
5. Sausages and mash
Another classic with mashed potatoes as a side is Bangers and Mash. Essentially sausage and potatoes, this is a hearty British staple that will keep you full, happy and warm on a cold London day.
6. Cockles
Often reserved for the more adventurous eaters, cockles are a small type of clam and are traditionally associated with London’s East End, where they were a cheap staple for decades. Today, cockles can be found in grocery stores and also in some of London’s tastiest markets.
7. Full English Breakfast
Full English breakfast is a powerful meal! Traditionally, it is necessary to find a dish that incorporates: sausages, eggs, mushrooms, tomatoes, black pudding, potatoes and toast. Perfect for a hangover (not that we know!), a Full English is a great traditional British dish. Easy, tasty and cheap.
8. Sticky Toffee Pudding
Originally from Scotland, the sticky toffee pudding consists of a sponge cake filled with raisins or dates dipped in a toffee sauce and served with custard or ice cream… What more can you say? Delicious!
9. Afternoon tea
The latest British tradition, afternoon tea is a fabulous way to pass the time and enjoy true British delicacies. Traditionally made up of sandwiches, scones with jam and cream, as well as cakes and your choice of tea, afternoon tea is meant to be an experience, so be sure to set aside a couple of hours to enjoy it! Oh! and if you’re having afternoon tea, you can also add.
10. Beef Wellington
With perhaps the most British name on the list, Beef Wellington is made up of fillet steak, often topped with pate, which is then wrapped in puff pastry and cooked.