Good British Food

For those who are traveling to Britain , specifically London, you're in for a treat. There are a few go dd restaurants that serving very traditional food. In fact it;s a trip back into England's past when the meals were a combination of hearty and gourmet. Menus are reflecting a surprisingly glorious food Britannia past.

These restaurants were reviewed in today's New York Times Dining section. Lucky contributor , Sam Sifton, was able to go to Britain;s capital and sample a variety of delicious dishes . He went to Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, St John Hotel and Barbecoa. The first and last are owned by famed cooks Heston Blumental and Jamie Oliver. Blumenthal is something of celebrity chef to begin with; his creativity is revered on both sides of the Atlantic. He bases his newest menu on old cookery books recipes.Think cozy meals cooked in "Cranford" as opposed to Cool Britannia treats.

The other two restaurants, one at the famed St John Hotel and Barbecoa are simple yet amazing. The first offers traditional British beans but this time they're blended with bacon. There are also sweetbreads with butter beans and wild garlic, said to be too good to be true. At Oliver's restaurant )also co owned by American Perry Lang), Barbecoa, the offerings are barbecue. This is perfect for Yanks hankering for a taste of home. There is also cornbread and pulled pork.

If you're going to London this summer , then stop into any of these restaurants. They're are a window into Britain's past and its' future. All in all it's a chance to try some of the best food the city has to offer.