
Did Oliver Cromwell Really Kill Christmas?
Quillette Podcast
Exploring Language and Culinary Quirks in English Tradition
This chapter delves into the intersection of language and food, focusing on unique English dialects and regional dishes like 'hooli' and 'lardy cake.' It humorously critiques the branding of English cuisine and reflects on historical dietary habits during the time of Henry VIII, alongside cultural stereotypes from the English Civil War.
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