An East End classic which came about thanks to London’s iconic River Thames. In the 1800s the waterway was full of eels and local pie shops began using the fish for pie filling as a cheaper alternative to using meat - traditionally served with mashed potato and a hot parsley liquor gravy. While many pie shops today still offer jellied eels, a baked minced beef version of the pie is more widely served in the city. An East End classic which came about thanks to London’s iconic River Thames. In the 1800s the waterway was full of eels and local pie shops began using the fish for pie filling as a cheaper alternative to using meat - traditionally served with mashed potato and a hot parsley liquor gravy. While many pie shops today still offer jellied eels, a baked minced beef version of the pie is more widely served in the city.
An East End classic which came about thanks to London’s iconic River Thames. In the 1800s the waterway was full of eels and local pie shops began using the fish for pie filling as a cheaper alternative to using meat - traditionally served with mashed potato and a hot parsley liquor gravy. While many pie shops today still offer jellied eels, a baked minced beef version of the pie is more widely served in the city. | Adobe Stock

The food and drink that represents 13 UK cities named - from mushy peas to Cadbury's

Holly Allton
By Holly Allton

Food and drink writer

Published 15th Jul 2024, 13:40 GMT

They are the signature dish or drink that residents love 🍴

Every city is known for something, and for many areas across the UK it is a specific type of food or drink. 

From seafood to beer and everything in between, there is something for everyone to try when visiting a UK city for the first time. 

So, what is an absolute food and drink staple that represents your city? We asked our expert journalists across the country to name the dish or drink that’s most synonymous with their area.

Here is our ultimate guide in 13 cities across the UK. 

Usually made with chunks of beef, Scouse is a hearty stew featuring potatoes, carrots and onions and usually served with crusty bread and pickled beetroot/cabbage. It is believed to have originated from the Port of Liverpool, and was traditionally made with whatever leftovers were available. Its name comes from 'lobscouse' which is a European sailors' stew. Veggies can also have Blind Scouse - the stew without the meat.

9. Liverpool - Scouse

Usually made with chunks of beef, Scouse is a hearty stew featuring potatoes, carrots and onions and usually served with crusty bread and pickled beetroot/cabbage. It is believed to have originated from the Port of Liverpool, and was traditionally made with whatever leftovers were available. Its name comes from 'lobscouse' which is a European sailors' stew. Veggies can also have Blind Scouse - the stew without the meat. | Adobe Stock

South Shields is home to Ocean Road, a dedicated street near the seafront, for food and drink - specifically curry. A visit to the seaside town wouldn’t be complete without paying a visit to the award-winning street, which is packed with many delicious and authentic curry houses.

10. South Shields - Curry

South Shields is home to Ocean Road, a dedicated street near the seafront, for food and drink - specifically curry. A visit to the seaside town wouldn’t be complete without paying a visit to the award-winning street, which is packed with many delicious and authentic curry houses. | Adobe Stock

The classic dessert which takes its name from the city of Manchester, has been enjoyed for centuries, after being created by British journalist Isabella Beeton. The baked tart is made from a shortcrust pastry shell with raspberry jam spread onto the top before being covered with custard and topped with coconut.

11. Manchester - Manchester Tart

The classic dessert which takes its name from the city of Manchester, has been enjoyed for centuries, after being created by British journalist Isabella Beeton. The baked tart is made from a shortcrust pastry shell with raspberry jam spread onto the top before being covered with custard and topped with coconut. | Adobe Stock

Despite being available all over the country, Geordies are known for their loyalty and love of Greggs, the iconic bakery chain which was founded in Newcastle. The beloved menu item from Greggs has to be their Sausage Roll. Even North East based celebrities such as Sam Fender and Little Mix’s Jade Thirlwall have spoken highly of the savoury treat.

12. Newcastle - Greggs Sausage Roll

Despite being available all over the country, Geordies are known for their loyalty and love of Greggs, the iconic bakery chain which was founded in Newcastle. The beloved menu item from Greggs has to be their Sausage Roll. Even North East based celebrities such as Sam Fender and Little Mix’s Jade Thirlwall have spoken highly of the savoury treat. | Adobe Stock

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