I'm so down on this haggis trend ! It's amazing to see how something that was once only for special occasions is now being enjoyed by people from all walks of life. The fact that it's becoming a staple in fine dining and even being adapted into new dishes like haggis pakora is a testament to the power of food to bring people together . I also love how affordable it is, making it accessible to families and students who might not have been able to afford it otherwise . As for Ross O'Cinneide's comment about it being "purely Scottish"... I think that's a bit simplistic, but hey, if it makes him happy, who cares? What's interesting to me is how haggis has become an integral part of Scotland's identity and cultural landscape . It's no longer just about the sheep or the ingredients, it's about the community that comes together to enjoy it and share its story with others .
I've been reading about this haggis thing for ages now... seems like it's come a long way from being just a traditional Scottish food . I mean, 60% of the world's haggises coming from one place is insane! Simon Howie Butchers must be raking it in . And I love how the Sikh community has put their own spin on haggis with that pakora dish... never would've thought to mix Scottish and Indian flavors . Haggis being a badge of belonging for young Scots like Ross makes sense, though - if you're not eating it, are you really part of the squad? Can't say I'm ready to try haggis pakora just yet, but maybe one day I'll give it a go . One thing's for sure, haggis has become an important part of Scotland's culinary identity... and now people are eating it too!