4. British Meals

This episode explores the etymologies and meanings behind the names of British dishes and chefs. Did you know the cookery author who gave the Yorkshire pudding its name (it used to be called the dripping pudding) had no connection to Yorkshire? Why is a cottage pie called a cottage pie? Learn more in this episode which also features the etymologies behind Bangers & Mash, Chicken Tikka and Roast as well as explaining the origins of Dinner, Supper and Tea, words used to describe the main meal of the day. Plus a look at the name meanings of British TV chefs Jamie Oliver, Ainsley Harriott and Fanny Cradock.