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Folks that take the local cuisine into consideration when planning their vacation might consider skipping the United Kingdom for the simple fact that the food found there generally isn’t thought to be the country’s strongest point. However, modern chefs have been working hard to change that and it would be a bit of an exaggeration to say the land is entirely without any culinary charm. In fact, there are plenty of traditional dishes from England that are certainly worth sampling if one happens to be passing through the country.
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1. Meat Pies. Eaten as snacks or entrees, meat pies will go a long way in satiating the appetites of hungry travelers. These tasty morsels range in size from ones that fit snugly in a hand to those that need an entire pan to contain them. The traditional pie filling is usually a mixture of meat and/or vegetables, but curry has become popular in some places. While these pies are typically consumed cold, they can also be quite tasty when warmed up in the oven or microwave.
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2. Cream Tea. Tea is practically the national beverage of England and it appears on many an occasion. This refreshing drink is even more palatable when it is served with a fresh pot of clotted cream, a basket of scones, and a jar of preserves to round out the repast. Honey and butter may also make an appearance on the tables in some places. The tradition of cream tea may date as far back as the Middle Ages but has lasted to this day because it is such a tasty practice.
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3. Trifle. This colorful dessert has existed in varying forms for over 400 years. It generally consists of whipped cream, custard, jelly, fruit, and pieces of sponge cake that have been soaked in some sort of liquor. Variations that do not contain alcohol may instead use soda to soften the cake. Scots tend to use whisky for their version of trifle which is known as the ‘Tipsy Laird’. Whatever moniker it goes by, this dessert customary makes an appearance at Christmas and other festive occasions.
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