My wife was living in Bottesford in the Vale of Belvoir when we met. We were married there in the magnificent church that goes by the name of The Lady of the Vale of Belvoir, and our daughter was christened in the same place.
My wife introduced me to the delights of a Melton Mowbray Pork Pie on an early date while we were courting, and later showed me that there are two sorts of cheese known as Stilton - I had previously thought that there was only one. She has collected a number of recipes over the years and some of these are included in this book. I must also thank many other people who have helped with this book. It would be an impossible task to list them all, though you will find many of them listed as makers of fine foods and drinks at the back of this book. I must single out Angela Geary who has kindly allowed me access to her collection of old Leicestershire lore, including recipes and information on fruit varieties.
I have enjoyed researching this book, and must confess that my trousers are a touch tighter now than when I started.
Read, Eat, Drink, Enjoy.
from "Food and Drink of Leicestershire" by Rupert Matthews.
Book Description
Leicestershire holds an important place in the history of
Britain's food. This exploration of the county's fare sets food and
drink against the character of Leicestershire to discover how history,
landscape and culture have shaped the county's diet. Combining tales of
the creation of Leicestershire's most famous dishes with recipes that
show off the quality of the local produce, the story of the
Leicestershire's historic market towns and celebrated livestock farming
is discussed in detail, giving a clear explanation of how world-renowned
delicacies such as the Melton Mowbray pork pie, and both Stilton and
Red Leicester cheese, have made their name. Illustrated with detailed
images of their creation, and of course mouth-watering photographs of
the final product, this book will inspire chefs far and wide. Whether a
resident of Leicestershire or merely a fan of its food and drink, this
book is a must-have for all those who appreciate the fine traditions of
the county's cuisine.
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