The Long Story of Britain's Pie: From Roman Bakers to Football Stands

This episode follows the evolution of the humble pie through Britain’s history, looking at how it moved from practical preservation in Roman and medieval kitchens to a staple of industrial workers’ lunch breaks and today’s football stand snack. We examine economic motives, regulatory shifts, and cultural traditions that turned an everyday food item into a national symbol. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices