How fried chicken took over the world
There’s no doubt that the ubiquity of fried chicken shops on the UK’s high streets – be they fronted by a moustachioed colonel or not – has dented the dish’s reputation. But, it’s still one of my favourite foods – a dish of such skill and renown, it has traversed the world, reflecting the myriad tastes and regional variations of different lands.
That’s why I wanted to make my new video series, The Stories Behind Fried Chicken (watch at bbcgoodfood.com/friedchicken), to delve into the fascinating history and cultural importance of it.
The exact point of origin is unknown, but it’s likely an evolution of tastes and influences that combined over centuries.
The most famous
