Lent episode 1: Preparing for Lent

Episode 1 of the The British Food History Podcast podcast, hosted by Neil Buttery, titled "Lent episode 1: Preparing for Lent" was published on July 8, 2021 and runs 47 minutes.

July 8, 2021 ·47m · The British Food History Podcast

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Summary

Originally released 19 Feb 2020 *Best listened to the Sunday before Lent starts (i.e. Sunday before Pancake Day) This first episode explores all the things traditionally happen (and are eaten) before the great Lenten fast begins; Collop Monday, Pancake Day - or to give its proper name - Shrove Tuesday, and the first day of the fast itself, Ash Wednesday. We have an interview with the Right Reverend Dr David Walker, Bishop of Manchester and rediscover some 18th century pancake recipes. For episode notes, please visit https://britishfoodhistory.com/2020/02/23/lent-podcast-episode-1-collops-pancakes/ Written and presented by Dr Neil Buttery Produced by Beena Khetani Made in Manchester by Sonder Radio

Episode Description

Originally released 19 Feb 2020

*Best listened to the Sunday before Lent starts (i.e. Sunday before Pancake Day)

This first episode explores all the things traditionally happen (and are eaten) before the great Lenten fast begins; Collop Monday, Pancake Day - or to give its proper name - Shrove Tuesday, and the first day of the fast itself, Ash Wednesday.

We have an interview with the Right Reverend Dr David Walker, Bishop of Manchester and rediscover some 18th century pancake recipes.

For episode notes, please visit https://britishfoodhistory.com/2020/02/23/lent-podcast-episode-1-collops-pancakes/

Written and presented by Dr Neil Buttery

Produced by Beena Khetani

Made in Manchester by Sonder Radio

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