Food has turned into a class war – and it’s ruined my appetite | Zoe Williams
More than half of what Brits eat is ultra-processed. Now we’re a nation of food snobs – with no ingredient safe from judgment Lewis Bassett is a young sociologist and chef who I first encountered through his podcast, The Full English, where he thinks about the cultural meaning of, say, Delia Smith; gazpacho; whelks. This was thinking you didn’t know you needed until you heard it. Now he’s written…
In Britain, over half of the food consumed by its citizens is ultra-processed, according to a recent analysis. This figure is significantly higher than in other European nations, with France reporting a mere 14% and Italy at 15%. The disparity in food consumption patterns has sparked a national conversation about the cultural significance of what we eat and the attitudes surrounding various ingredients.
Food writer and sociologist Lewis Bassett, who gained recognition through his podcast, "The Full English," delves into this issue in his new book of the same name. Bassett explores the historical context of dishes like sourdough, curry, and olive oil, while also reflecting on his own experiences working in upscale kitchens and gastropubs. His work sheds light on the complex interplay between socioeconomic factors and food preferences in modern Britain.
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