Cornish Pasty as comfort food — exactly what I needed

Some dishes exist to comfort and Cornish Pasty is absolutely in that category. The rich and savoury quality works on something almost primal — you feel the warmth of it immediately. mature Cheddar does work that no substitute can replicate.

British cuisine was shaped by the Empire, introducing curries and international ingredients into the national diet. There's something about the a Sunday pub lunch context that reinforces the comfort effect. a glass of claret with Sunday roast alongside is the traditional way and it makes complete sense. I come back to this dish when I need something dependable and restorative.