Oat remains one of the main grain varieties in the region. Local cooks use oatmeal to make delicious countryside bread and various types of cookies. Oatmeal can also be added to soups and broths.
For many years, sheep breeding has been one of the main occupations of local people. Even nowadays, there are many sheep farms in the neighborhoods of Cardiff. This is the reason why there are so many delicious dishes with mutton and lamb in the regional cuisine. At the same time, pork is not so widespread here. Besides organic meat, the region is famous for its high-quality dairy products. It is possible to find them at local markets that tourists like to visit.
The region produces famous Caerphilly cheese, the tradition of making which appeared yet in the 17th century. The cheese got its current name in 1831. According to one version, local farmers invented this type of semi-firm cheese for miners. Caerphilly is very nourishing and it has a shelf-life of several months. In the past, workers took it with them every day.
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