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Learn about the cooking traditions and practices associated with the United Kingdom, including the cuisines of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Explore the influences of Roman, Norman, Asian and New World foods on British cuisine, from ancient times to the present day.
Learn about the history, current status and challenges of British farming, which uses 69% of the country's land area and employs 1% of its workforce. Find out how farming varies by region, crop and livestock, and how it is subsidised and diversified.
Learn about the cooking styles, traditions and recipes associated with England, from medieval times to the present day. Discover how English cuisine has been shaped by foreign ingredients and cooking styles, from curry to pizza, and how it has influenced the wider British cuisine.
Defra is a ministerial department of the UK government responsible for environmental protection, food production and standards, agriculture, fisheries and rural communities. It was formed in 2001 by merging MAFF and part of DETR, and has executive agencies and delivery partners in various areas of policy.
Learn about the history, languages, arts, and traditions of the UK, influenced by its combined nations' history, its interaction with Europe, and the British Empire. Explore the diverse cultures of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, and their contributions to literature, music, cinema, and sport.
A comprehensive list of prepared dishes characteristic of English cuisine, with their names, images, first known dates, savoury or sweet categories, regions of origin, and descriptions. Learn about the history, ingredients, and variations of English dishes, from Bedfordshire clanger to Yorkshire pudding.
Learn about the diverse and influential culture of England, from its history, people, languages, traditions, mythology, cuisine, festivals, religion, art, literature, music, media, sport and monuments. Explore the architecture of England, from ancient standing stones and Roman ruins to medieval cathedrals and castles, Gothic churches, Tudor palaces, Georgian townhouses and modern skyscrapers.
Learn about the history, current status and challenges of agriculture in England, a country with diverse geography and climate. Find out how agriculture contributes to the economy, the environment and the culture of England.