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Dippy eggs top ‘noshtalgia’ survey of foods which spark memories of childhood

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A survey of 2,000 Britons found that "dippy" eggs (soft-boiled eggs with toast soldiers) are the most nostalgic meal, followed closely by foods like rice pudding and apple crumble. The article highlights how these dishes evoke strong personal memories tied to comfort and childhood experiences. Sue Bailey, a culinary history consultant, explains that while nostalgia is individual, dippy eggs remain widely cherished even among adults who might use them for hangovers. Survey results indicate preferences such as runny yolks with salted butter on white sliced bread soldiers, though some opt for more adventurous toppings like Marmite or hot honey.

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According to a survey of 2,000 Britons, "dippy" eggs (soft-boiled eggs) and soldiers (toasted bread strips) topped the list as the most nostalgic meal for many British adults. Dippy eggs received 39% of votes in the poll conducted by St Ewe Free Range Eggs as part of their For the Love of Egg campaign, just ahead of Angel Delight at 38%, and followed closely by other childhood favorites such as fish fingers, chips and beans, jelly and ice cream, and beans on toast. The survey also found that over one-third of respondents believe food can instantly transport them back to their childhood, with dippy eggs remaining a popular choice even for adult hangovers or when feeling unwell. Sue Bailey, a culinary history consultant, noted that nostalgia for specific foods is highly individual; while some may recall butterscotch Angel Delight fondly from childhood, others might prefer classic dippy egg combinations like salted butter and runny yolk.

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A survey of 2,000 Britons asking for the most nostalgic meals also includes rice pudding, apple crumble and custard, fairy cakes and shepherd’s pie. asserted

survey → ask → pudding

Top of the list is “dippy” eggs and soldiers – a soft-boiled egg with buttered toast cut into “soldier” strips. asserted

eggs → butter → strips

Sue Bailey, a writer and culinary history consultant, explained why some foods prompt such personal memories. asserted

foods → explain → memories

She said: “Personal nostalgia is a strong emotion linked to the familiar taste and smell of food, particularly based on comforting foods when a child. “ asserted

nostalgia → say → foods

Nostalgia is very individual – I remember butterscotch Angel Delight with pleasure as a child as a special treat, yet I would not fancy it now. asserted

I → remember → it

According to the survey, dippy eggs remain popular for adults – even sometimes being used to cure hangovers. uncertain

eggs → accord → hangovers

The survey showed most people prefer a runny yolk, white sliced bread soldiers and salted butter, although some now include toppings such as Marmite, hot honey and harissa. asserted

some → show → Marmite

Bex Tonks, the founder of St Ewe Free Range Eggs, said: “The way we eat our eggs might evolve – white sliced bread becomes sourdough, or tastes become a little more adventurous – but the simple joy of cracking into a beautiful golden egg and dipping that first soldier hasn’t really changed.” uncertain

joy → say → soldier

Will Torrent, from Waitrose, said: “We’re seeing a surge in what we call ‘noshtalgia’ – with food lovers revisiting the humble, cheerful dishes of our youth. asserted

lovers → say → youth

“In a world that often feels fast-paced and unpredictable, people aren’t just eating for fuel; they’re eating for a sense of comfort. asserted

they → feel → comfort

“They’re warm, soft, carb-rich, and comforting.” asserted

They → ’re → ?

The 20 most nostalgic British dishes, according to the St Ewe Free Range Eggs survey, are: Dippy eggs and soldiers – 39%Angel Delight – 38%Fish fingers, chips and beans – 37%Jelly and ice cream – 37%Beans on toast – 37%Sausage and mash – 35%Rice pudding – 34%Apple crumble and custard – 32%Sausage, egg and chips – 32%Fairy cakes – 27%Jam roly-poly and custard – 26%Arctic roll – 25%Shepherd’s pie – 25%Cottage pie – 23%Victoria sponge cake – 23%Toad in the hole – 22%Viennetta – 22%Bread and butter pudding – 20%Eggy bread – 20%Ham, egg and chips – 19%. uncertain

dishes → accord → hole

Dippy eggs top ‘noshtalgia’ survey of foods which spark memories of childhood

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