Ever tried Devonshire White-Pot, Devonshire Squab-Pie or the mysterious ‘White Ale’ of the South Hams? All traditional Devon dishes that the Devon History Society found after receiving a request for Devon’s historic recipes. While we’re on the subject, fried breakfast anyone?
The way in ‘which potatoes are served in Devonshire to breakfast is an excellent measure for supplying fat to the organism in a very palatable form. The potatoes having been boiled are placed in the frying-pan along with a liberal supply of bacon fat. They are then chopped small while heating,- and kept in the pan till the outside is browned.
- p 319, North Carolina Medical Journal, Volumes 19-20, 1887
The request for the traditional and historic recipes came from Carolyn Martin, who told the society: “I am particularly interested in recipes that have a link to a specific place or area, with locally sourced ingredients if possible.”
If you know any you can get in touch with Carolyn at car...@sandmartins.eclipse.co.uk and check out the Devon History Society.
Now for a tasty Barnstaple Crisp Cake…
Come and enjoy Devon – book a hotel and get away!
