Long dismissed on the world stage as the land of soggy sandwiches and beige buffets, British cuisine has been labelled as tasteless and bland and written off via TikTok ‘foodies’. To prove this isn’t the case, Uber Eats has teamed up with Michelin-starred chef Tommy Banks to challenge this stereotype and create a menu that celebrates the best of British food and long-forgotten, flavour-packed dishes that tingle the taste buds of the most ardent haters.
Known for his appearances on This Morning, Great British Menu and Saturday Kitchen, Banks is set to launch a bold, nostalgic menu celebrating the flavours, traditions, and heritage of the UK’s rich food landscape.
The Best of British menu, available exclusively on Uber Eats, will spotlight six regional classics and favourites from across the UK, lovingly reimagined with Banks’ signature flair. Each dish is a tribute to Britain’s culinary history, and a delicious rebuttal to the outdated notion that British food is bland or uninspired.
The wide-ranging menu visits Wales for the Miners’ classic Dish of Glamorgan Sausage, a vegetarian meatball-esque dish combining cheese, leeks and breadcrumbs with a delicious tomato-based bean stew. Also included is the 17th-century favourite of pickled beef, created in a similar way to corned beef by curing the meat in a salt brine giving it a delicate rose hue.
Two of Britain’s culinary traditions, the Pie and the Chicken Tikka Masala, have been brought together in a delicious fusion meal, served with pilau rice in a break from Pie and Mash tradition.
“I’m incredibly excited to team up with Uber Eats to shine a spotlight on British classics, from regional favourites to nostalgic pub snacks and inventive twists on iconic dishes,” says Tommy Banks. “This menu is all about celebrating the flavours that have shaped our culinary heritage, with a playful, contemporary edge.
We’ve taken inspiration from the quirky, comforting, and sometimes overlooked dishes of Britain – from retro Salt & Shake–style crisps and pork scratchings, to the humble faggot, Glamorgan sausage, and the nation’s beloved prawn cocktail. Every dish tells a story, whether it’s a wartime workaround, a Victorian condiment, or a modern twist on a childhood favourite.
Ultimately, this partnership is about making British classics accessible, exciting, and fun again. Whether you’re discovering a regional gem for the first time or revisiting a dish from your childhood, there’s a little bit of nostalgia, surprise, and joy in every dish.”
Susan Anderson, Head of Delivery at Uber, said: “Uber Eats Hosts is about bringing fresh ideas to food delivery and showcasing the incredible selection available at the tap of a button every day on the app. Partnering with Tommy Banks to celebrate British cuisine feels especially close to home for me. As a Brit living abroad, I’ve seen first-hand how British food is still underestimated on the global stage, but it’s full of creativity, history, and personality. I’m proud to see our food culture being celebrated; this menu challenges old stereotypes and proves just how bold and exciting British cuisine can be.”
The story behind the menu:
Bar Snacks
Season & Shake Crisps, Pork Scratchings
A playful nod to the retro Salt & Shake Crisps that were once a lunchbox staple across Britain. Diners can season their own, choosing from Scampi or Cajun flavourings. Paired with Pork Scratchings, this dish captures the nostalgic charm of the classic British pub snack, reimagined with refinement.
Starters
Venison Faggot, Old Winchester Polenta, Cumberland Sauce
The faggot originated as a traditional, inexpensive food eaten by rural communities in Western England and Wales. Made from minced meat and offal, it was once a thrifty dish born from necessity.
Prawn and Lobster Cocktail, Sungold Tomato, Nasturtium Vinegar
The Prawn Cocktail rose to fame in Britain during the 1970s, epitomising celebratory dining and
sophisticated entertaining. This version elevates the classic, layering prawn mousse with Sungold tomato jelly and topping it with lobster tail glazed in nasturtium vinegar, crowned with a fresh salad garnish.
Glamorgan Sausage, Bean Stew, Gorwydd Caerphilly
Originating from Glamorgan in Wales, this vegetarian sausage became a household favourite during World War II, when meat was heavily rationed. Made from cheese, leeks, and breadcrumbs, it represents the creativity of resourceful home cooks and is believed to date back to the 18th or 19th century.
Mains
Pickled Beef, Bubble & Squeak, Braised Red Cabbage, Beef Quaver
Pickled or “corned” beef dates back to the 17th century, when preserving meat in brine with large salt
crystals was common practice. The method tenderises the meat while giving it its distinctive pink hue.
Chicken Tikka Masala Pie, Lovage Yoghurt, Tomato & Chilli Chutney, Pilau Rice
The Chicken Tikka Masala, often dubbed “Britain’s national dish,” reflects the country’s rich multicultural culinary history. Combining it with the British pie, an enduring symbol of homely comfort, creates a unique fusion of two beloved staples.
Celeriac, Truffle and Tunworth Wellington, Roasted Root Vegetables, Yeast Butter Sauce, Chive Oil
A reimagining of the Beef Wellington, a dish historically associated with grand dining and celebration. This vegetarian adaptation combines earthy celeriac, aromatic truffle, and Tunworth cheese, wrapped in golden pastry.
Desserts
Autumn Berry Crumble, Lemon Verbena, Woodruff Whisky Custard, Berry Kombucha Gel
The fruit crumble is a quintessentially British dessert, believed to have emerged during World War II as a simple alternative to pies when ingredients were rationed.
Winter Trifle, Boozy Damsons, Caramelised Custard
The trifle has been a fixture of British dessert tables since the 16th century, evolving from a simple custard and sponge creation into a layered showpiece of cream, jelly, and fruit.
Following high-profile Uber Eats Hosts editions featuring culinary icons and cultural tastemakers like Simon Rogan, Ikoyi, and Brooklyn Beckham, this launch fuses fine dining with foodie folklore, a celebration of British flavour at its most nostalgic, divisive, and delicious.
Tommy Banks will be taking the menu across the UK between December 2nd and 7th, with Uber Eats customers able to enjoy all three courses for just £40 per person. Uber One customers will have exclusive access to the menu on the first day in each city, with other Uber Eats customers able to purchase the menu the second day. The menu will be available to order from 6-9pm in the following locations, while stocks last.
London – Tuesday 2nd and Wednesday 3rd December
Manchester – Thursday 4th and Friday 5th December
Liverpool – Saturday 6th December and Sunday 7th December
