Some eateries do place too much emphasis on ‘theatre on a plate’, but still I’m surprised Delia can’t find more traditional pleasures
I have some sympathy with Delia Smith, who has been roundly set upon online after declaring on Tuesday, following her elevation to the Order of the Companions of Honour for services to cookery, that she no longer enjoys eating out. “Cooking has become very poncey, very chefy,” she complained. “If I get one more plate put in front of me with six dots of sauce on it, I will go mad.”
Related: 'Poncey, chefy food'? The UK is full of eateries that Delia Smith would love
Related: How would I like my steak? Well, not on a shovel… | David Mitchell
Continue reading...