Comparing Cornish Pasty across three restaurants — an honest verdict

I ate Cornish Pasty at three different restaurants in the same week to compare. The results were illuminating. The use of HP sauce varied significantly — only one got it right. The comforting and hearty profile should be consistent but interpretation differs widely.

British cuisine was shaped by the Empire, introducing curries and international ingredients into the national diet. The best version came from a traditional seaside chippy, which felt authentic. English Breakfast tea was offered at all three but only one knew how to serve it properly. The gap between mediocre and excellent Cornish Pasty is larger than you'd think.