Curry in the Crown: The Story of Britain's Favourite Dish facts for kids
Curry in the Crown: The Story of Britain's Favourite Dish
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| Author | Shrabani Basu |
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| Country | India |
| Language | English |
| Subject | Food |
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1999 |
| Pages | 206 |
| ISBN | 978-8172233471 |
Curry in the Crown: The Story of Britain's Favourite Dish is a book from 1999 written by Shrabani Basu. This book explores how Indian food became incredibly popular and a huge business in the United Kingdom. It tells the fascinating story of how curry, a dish from India, became one of Britain's most loved meals.
Contents
The Story of Curry in Britain
Curry has a long and interesting history in the United Kingdom. It started as a foreign dish but slowly became a national favourite. Today, Indian food is a massive industry in Britain. Many people enjoy a curry, whether at home or in a restaurant.
How Curry First Arrived
The story of curry in Britain began centuries ago. British traders and officials traveled to India for business. They brought back spices and recipes from their travels. These early connections helped introduce Indian flavours to Britain.
- In the 17th century, the East India Company played a big role.
- Its ships brought spices and new ingredients to British ports.
- Wealthy families in Britain started to try these new, exciting flavours.
The First Indian Restaurants
Over time, more people became interested in Indian food. The first Indian restaurants began to open in London. These places offered a taste of India to the public. They were often run by people who had come from India.
- One of the earliest was the Hindoostane Coffee House.
- It opened in London in 1810.
- These early restaurants helped spread the love for curry.
Becoming a Favourite Dish
Curry's popularity really grew after World War II. Many people from India and other South Asian countries moved to Britain. They opened restaurants and takeaways. These places offered delicious and affordable food.
- Curry houses became common across Britain.
- They offered a wide range of dishes.
- People loved the rich flavours and variety.
- It quickly became a popular choice for a night out.
Curry Today
Today, curry is a huge part of British food culture. It is often called Britain's "national dish." There are thousands of Indian restaurants and takeaways. Many British families also cook curry at home.
- The curry industry is worth millions of pounds.
- It employs many people across the country.
- New types of curry dishes are always being created.
- This shows how much British people love Indian food.
