London bun facts for kids
| Type | Sweet bread |
|---|---|
| Main ingredients | Yeast dough, currants, icing |
A London bun is a tasty, square-shaped sweet treat. It's made from a rich yeast dough and has currants mixed in. The top of the bun is covered with a sweet white sugar icing.
This bun used to be a very popular snack, especially for tea time. However, it's not as common today. A similar bun that is still popular is the Bath bun. It's important not to confuse the London bun with the Finger bun, which is a longer bun, also with white icing, and sometimes has shredded coconut.
What Does "All Talk and No London Bun" Mean?
Have you ever heard the saying "all talk and no London bun"? This phrase is believed to have started in South Australia. It describes someone who talks a lot about what they will do but doesn't actually follow through on their promises. It's like saying someone is full of ideas but doesn't make them happen!
