HTM 2740 Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Shortbread, Yorkshire Pudding, Bacon

• School: University of Guelph
• Department: Hospitality and Tourism Management
• Course: HTM 2740
• Professor: Carrie Herzog

Document Summary

The british isles are located off the coast of europe and are all part of the united kingdom of great britain. England, scotland and wales form the larger island; northern ireland and ireland constitute the smaller island. Crops grow well on the islands, but predominately wheat, barley, potatoes, fruits and vegetables are grown. Livestock production is a part of the rural scene and has been so for centuries: cattle are the dominant species in england; sheep is dominant in scotland, wales and ireland. Importance of beef in british diet (for instance, beefeaters guard the tower of london) Mutton is also a major part of the diet: note distinctions between lamb and mutton lamb (sheep under 12 months); mutton (female or castrated male with more than two permanent incisors) Widespread consumption of fish (haddock, sole, mackerel, saltwater fish) Famous cheeses cheddar, stilton and cheshire cheeses. Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, cheese of key importance.