A curry cooked and served in a steel “balti bowl,” originating from Birmingham’s famous Balti Triangle. ¹⁾

A Black Country classic: savory meatballs made from offal and pork, served with mushy peas and rich gravy. ²⁾

Crunchy fried pork rind, seasoned with salt, a traditional Black Country pub snack. ³⁾

Puff pastry triangles filled with mincemeat, traditionally given as New Year’s gifts. ⁴⁾

Crisp, buttery biscuits flavored with lemon zest, dating back to Tudor times. ⁵⁾

Savory oat-based pancakes, filled with cheese, bacon, or sausage—different from Derbyshire’s version. ⁶⁾

A slow-cooked Black Country dish made with beef, leeks, onions, and soaked groats (hulled oats). ⁷⁾

Savory flatbreads made with flour, lard, and bacon pieces, cooked on a griddle. ⁸⁾

Pork roasted with local cider, highlighting the region’s strong cider-making tradition. ⁹⁾

Artisan sausages from the historic market town of Ludlow, often spiced or flavored with herbs. ¹⁰⁾

A rich, tangy blue cheese with an orange color, often considered a rival to Stilton. ¹¹⁾

Reflecting Caribbean influences in the city, this slow-cooked spiced goat curry is a local favorite. ¹²⁾

A hearty dish of grey peas (similar to pigeon peas) stewed with onions and bacon. ¹³⁾

A warming stew of meat, potatoes, and root vegetables, similar to Lancashire hotpot, eaten by potters and miners. ¹⁴⁾

A sweet, rich bread made with lard, dried fruit, sugar, and spices, once common in Shropshire villages. ¹⁵⁾