Tuck into National Yorkshire Pudding Day at Greene King
When it comes to British pub classics, few dishes rival the comforting nostalgia of a Sunday roast. It’s a meal that brings friends and families together, and offers a chance to relax, recharge, and enjoy good food before the week ahead.
While the succulent meat or flavour-packed veggie main may take centre stage, a roast simply isn’t complete without the trimmings. And when it comes to Yorkshire Puddings, this humble side often steals the spotlight..
It’s so beloved, in fact, that it has its own day of celebration on the first Sunday in February. This year, National Yorkshire Pudding Day falls on Sunday, 1st February, and if you’re looking to celebrate, consider a Greene King pub near you.
What is a Yorkshire Pudding?
The classic side is typically made from a simple batter of eggs, flour, and milk. It was traditionally served with beef, but is now a common staple of every roast dinner.
Baked in hot fat or oil until it's golden and crispy, it has a fluffy texture that makes it perfect for soaking up the gravy.
Where do Yorkshire Puddings come from?
As the name would suggest, Yorkshire Puddings hail from the Northern county of Yorkshire. They were first recorded in the 18th century, and known as ‘dripping puddings’ as they were baked under a spit-roasting joint so the batter could absorb the flavours of the beef juices as they dripped down.
At the time, meat was expensive, so it was important to make the most of every part. While beef fat remains a traditional classic for Yorkshire Puddings, they can be made using any fat or oil with a high smoke point that helps achieve a crisp, golden exterior and light, fluffy interior, such as rapeseed or vegetable oil.
When did National Yorkshire Pudding Day start?
The inaugural National Yorkshire Pudding Day was celebrated in 2007 to honour the much-loved Sunday roast staple.
It’s the perfect excuse to cook up a comforting roast piled high with fluffy Yorkshire Puddings. Or, for a fuss-free feast, visit your nearest Greene King pub and let us serve up a delicious meal you can truly relax and enjoy.
How can you celebrate with Greene King?
At Greene King, we pride ourselves on our pub food menus that are filled with firm favourites and seasonal surprises. Whenever you fancy home-cooked comfort without the chore of cooking, you can stop by to find a seat at the table, and a dish filled with deliciousness.
We believe Sundays call for a roast, and ours are sure to leave plates clean and smiles all round. For meat lovers, you can tuck into hand-carved beef, turkey, roasted half chicken or more. Our vegetarian and vegan friends can savour the flavour of our nut roast wellington and mushroom & ale pie. The essential sides are never skimped on, and when it comes to our Yorkshire Puddings, we go all out.
They're large, golden, and perfectly crisp on the outside with a fluffy, doughy centre. Yorkshire Puddings are the ultimate roast companion, whether you tear them apart to mop up the rich gravy, fill them with a bit of everything for a DIY Sunday roast sandwich, or go all in and pour gravy straight into the middle, we’re not judging. However you enjoy yours, Yorkshires are made for savouring.
Our bar is also stocked full, so quench your thirst with a little of what you fancy. Lagers, craft beers and ales, full-bodied wines, flavoured spirits or even tasty mocktails. There’s plenty of reasons to raise a glass.
And no matter how filling a main, there’s always space for a perfect pudding. A decadent plate of pure indulgence that provides the perfect sweet finish. Whether you love chocolate, something fruity, or a tart taste, there’s a dessert for you.