Over the years, many cultures from around the world got homed in London and in other parts of Britain- the impact can be clearly witnessed in the food scene here. Main dishes from the Japanese, French, Indian, Mexican and American cuisine have made deep inroads into the staple diet of the Britishers.
From devouring your favourite dishes at a local pub to going all over at a trendy restaurant, Londoners exactly know how to keep their taste buds satiated. Also, since it’s a multicultural city, food has to follow the suit. No wonder that the cultural crossovers like the great Indian curry, sushi, tacos, Caribbean patties and Jolof rice, have managed to garner as much popularity as the traditional English food here.
Besides all these assortments, if there is one food item which has been able to work its magic like no other, it has to be the mighty crepes from the land of Spain. From breakfast to lunch and dinner, crepes seem to have swept across the menu all over. So much so that now we have restaurants which serve only crepes (albeit a wide variety of it) on their plates. It might sound a bit cliché but if you haven’t had crepes in London, you have certainly missed out something big on the food scene here.
What Makes Londoners Crave For Crepes?
There are many reasons that have made the Britishers fall in love with this traditional Spanish dish. Let us have a closer look at what makes crepes click!
1. Healthier Alternative: Sweet and savoury crepes are created with different combinations of fillings. If we speak of the wrap base, the basic ingredients include whole wheat flour, eggs, butter and milk. Sometimes, wheat flour is replaced by buckwheat flour. The latter is a gluten-free alternative for those with sensitive stomachs.
Nutritional value of a crepe is a subjective matter since it depends greatly upon the type of ingredients chosen for the stuffing part. Yet, crepes are one of the healthiest food option available at the moment. As a matter of fact, a 10-inch crepe is loaded with only 90 units of calories in it. The fat and sodium content is also invariably on the lower side. No wonder, it is gaining immense popularity amongst the health conscious segment of Londoners.
2. Fit for any meal of the day: Breakfast, lunch, dinner- you can have your favourite crepes anywhere and anytime. For breakfast, you have the wholesome option of sweet crepes filled with seasonal fruits mash-up and whipped cream. Those with a sweet tooth can top it up with a dash of Nutella or honey.
Speaking of breakfast and dinner- you have the savoury crepes awaiting to tingle your taste buds. From spinach and bacon fills to the tofu, basil and sautéed mushrooms, there are options galore!
3. Pleasing presentations: Rolled up or folded up in a rectangle are not the only ways your favourite dish is presented everywhere. In fact, there are many styling options which are used to appease the food connoisseur in you.
The formations like a half-moon, triangles, or parcels in themselves are enticing enough to may you droll and try.
4. Diet food: Are you following a diet plan? If yes, the crepe is that one food item which isn’t going to disrupt your nutrition intake. The dish is high on protein and pretty low on fats and calories- Another reason to munch without feeling guilty about it.
Crepes are healthy without being boring and repetitive. No wonder, Londoners are smitten by its charm and versatility. Want to try out the most authentic and delicious crepes in London? Head on to Primrose Hill and Victoria Park market now to enjoy this scrumptious French delicacy in equally authentic settings.
Published: 2019-05-29 17:13:03
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