Guiding Questions to Accompany Video Viewing

ESL Class (IBDP English B)

Topic: Cultural Diversity & Customs and Traditions
Aspect: Culinary Heritage; Intercultural Assimilation
Jamie Does Britain : Episode 1/2 (0-20:31 / 0-7:00)
(This clip follows famous British chef Jamie Oliver as he explores the
origins of foods that are typically considered British. He examines the
roles of migration, trade, history and empire in the creation and
adoption of foods from other lands into British cuisine.)
1. What foreign cultural influences lie behind British staples like:
a. Orange marmalade

b. Savory pies
c. Apple pie

d. Hamburgers

2. How do Brits make it [the dish] their own?

a. Pies
b. Orange marmalade

3. Immigration has played a major role in British culinary culture.

What historical event does Jamie mention that changed the food
culture in Yorkshire?

4. Which cultural/ethnic groups came to Yorkshire/Leeds and which

jobs were they involved with?

5. What is guerilla dining and how is it advertised?