Britain's population is truly diverse and this is reflected in its cuisine. Hundreds of nationalities are represented with classics such as Chinese, Italian and Indian (particularly in the North and the Midlands) alongside West Indian, Polish, Moroccan, French, Thai, Japanese and even Tibetan to name but a few. Britain is one of the best places in the world for vegetarians and many eateries are becoming more flexible. |
Markets are also a great spectacle and provide cheap eats. So whether you are looking so somewhere to have breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner, in the city or the countryside, gourmet or budget or even for a wedding reception you will not be disappointed. At the high end of dining, restaurants are trying ever more new and exciting dishes with many putting the emphasis on fresh and locally produced ingredients. Many chefs are taking traditional British food to new levels of excellence with roast dinner being a new experience. Alternatively some chefs are becoming more experimental; if you're feeling adventurous Heston Blumenthal's "The Fat Duck" in Bray boasts 3 Michelin stars and its tasting menu features such culinary delights as 'salmon poached in liquorice' and 'smoked egg and bacon ice cream'. The UK has something to suit all tastes and budgets. |
