What Food is on the Menu at Wimbledon?

Wimbledon is famous for strawberries and cream, and tennis, of course. Here at SpeakAnglo, we are avid foodies, so we will be taking a look at what’s on offer.

Scones with jam and cream

First up, the famed strawberries and cream. A portion will set you back £2.85. For this princely sum, you will get 10 Grade 1 British strawberries covered in cream. We do believe that it will probably be exceptionally scrumptious, though, and a trip to Wimbledon isn’t the same without having sampled this historic treat.

How long have they been serving this delight? Since 1877—it has a pretty long history.

Second, we have the Pimm’s Cup. This cocktail, which is associated with the Championships, is made with Pimm’s No. 1, infused with citrus, herbs, and quinine. It is then garnished with mint leaves and chopped fruit, such as strawberries, oranges, and cucumber. It is a refreshing drink with a low alcohol content.

A traditional Pimm’s Cup will lighten your purse by £13.45. For that, you get the drink and the reusable cup.

Next up, scones with jam and cream. It is quintessentially British cuisine and a staple at Wimbledon. A serving of plain scones with Cornish clotted cream and strawberry jam costs £9.00. Our verdict on the price? It’s not too bad.

Apparently, 72,000 scones were sold at the tournament last year.

Then there is this year’s Welsh Cakes. According to the BBC, this has caused some mixed reactions. Welsh cakes are fruity, containing sultanas and raisins, and are cooked in a frying pan or cast-iron skillet. These cakes look light and delicious.

For those with deep pockets, a three-course lunch can be enjoyed at the Renshaw for the eye-watering sum of £467.50 per person. We are certain it will be an unforgettable experience. Starters include Severn and Wye Smoked Salmon, Mosaic of Cured Tuna & Yorkshire Fettle Cheese and Butter-Poached Chicken & Ham Hock Terrine. These are paired with some delightful accompaniments, such as watermelon and dill-flavoured caviar.

Mains include options such as Cambrian Mountain Lamb Cutlets , served with butternut squash purée, and a potato rosti. That one sounds mouthwatering, actually!

The £467.50 also includes afternoon tea, which gives guests the opportunity to sample the aforementioned Welsh cakes and Bara Brith.

Bara Brith, a Welsh bread, is served with raspberry lime jam and lemon curd.

For a more budget-friendly option, the food markets sell hot, filling food. Meals include fish and chips, chicken shawarma, hot dogs, and halloumi wraps.

The Larders, which have cold, grab-and-go items, stock British pasties, artisan sausage rolls, baguettes, and pre-packaged sushi boxes.

There are also food stalls selling burgers, hotdogs and vegan options.

Overall, Wimbledon is a great experience for many, and food is definitely part of the whole vibe. However, if you want the ultimate budget-friendly option, you can always pack a picnic at home and take it along. Alcoholic beverages are also allowed to be brought in, but are limited to either one bottle of wine (750ml) or two cans of beer or cider.

Book English Lessons

Vocabulary

Princely

(adjective)

Meaning: A very large or generous amount of something, sometimes used ironically.

Example: 'He paid a princely sum for the new computer.'

Quintessentially

(adverb)

Meaning: The most perfect example of something.

Example: 'That old pub in London is quintessentially British.'

Eye-watering

(adjective)

Meaning: Refers to something, like a high price, that is hard to believe.

Example: 'Sue paid an eye-watering amount of money to go bungee jumping.'

Staple

(noun)

Meaning: A food that is eaten regularly.'

Example: 'Potatoes are a staple food in northern Europe.'

Grab-and-go

(phrase)

Meaning: Food or items that are ready to be used immediately after buying.

Example: 'The supermarket had a wide variety of grab-and-go meals.'