Overview
- More than half of people surveyed (55%) say they eat classic British meals less than once a month.
- Only 22% name British food as their favourite cuisine, while 68% eat non-British dishes at home weekly and 49% regularly order Italian, Chinese, Indian or Mexican takeaways.
- About a quarter report they have never tried steak and kidney pie and have no desire to.
- Marshmallow has partnered with chef Ravinder Bhogal to showcase the UK's diverse food scene and support migrant-run businesses.
- The research cites hurdles for migrant entrepreneurs—36% find regulations confusing, 22% face transport barriers, and 69% say they work longer—while the company points to a £6.6bn migrant contribution to the economy.