The UK has a rich and diverse culinary heritage, with a vast array of regional and traditional dishes. However, there are two plates that are often considered to be the national favourites: Fish and Chips and Chicken Tikka Masala

But what is it about fish and chips that makes it such an enduring favourite? For many Britons, it is a taste of nostalgia and a connection to their heritage; It is a dish that evokes memories of childhood, family trips to the seaside, and simpler times. But fish and chips also represents something more. It is a symbol of Britain’s working-class culture and a testament to the country’s resilience and determination in the face of adversity. In times of hardship, fish and chips provided a source of comfort and sustenance for millions of Britons.

It has also been pretty well acclimated into our British brains that our country is fruitful in diversity. The walks along most high streets emitting their blends of interchangeable flavours, ranging from South Asian to Eastern European- you will never find yourself short of what to eat. 

Since 2001, the Chicken Tikka Masala has retained its status of being the British national dish- and this infiltration of culture has proven to show how the once frowned upon colonisation of India and the sudden arrival of South Asian communities have managed to uphold a role in society. 

It should be celebrated how, in particular; London, being one of the most diverse cities in the world has been able to landmark its citizens national food.