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“Wolsey and Henry VIII, it has to be said, were not exceptional in their love of the table. The English of Tudor times had a reputation throughout Europe for gluttony. Indeed, overeating was regarded as the English vice in the same way that lust was the French one and drunkenness that of the Germans (although looking at the amount of alcohol consumed in England, I expect the English probably ran a close second to the Germans).”

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Book:A History of English Food
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A History of English Food

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Clarissa Dickson Wright
Clarissa Dickson Wright

Clarissa Dickson Wright was a renowned British celebrity chef known for her unique culinary style and modern interpretations of traditional British cuisine. Born on June 24, 1947, she passed away on March 15, 2014. Throughout her career, Clarissa's passion for food and her contributions to the culinary arts earned her widespread recognition and acclaim. more

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