I love the fact that broccoli was first shipped in and then farmers got the idea to grow it.
And I love broccoli.
Thinking about this history, though, I don't ever remember seeing broccoli in the greengrocer shops in Surrey when I was younger. I've always thought of it as a 'modern' crop, like capsicums and mange-tout, and aubergines.
Extraordinary! What a legacy to pass on, and I am so impressed by Ernest’s enterprising spirit. Hurrah for broccoli & well done on your detective work.🥦
I wonder how many other histories of life changing micro-imports there are out there to document.
I love the fact that broccoli was first shipped in and then farmers got the idea to grow it.
And I love broccoli.
Thinking about this history, though, I don't ever remember seeing broccoli in the greengrocer shops in Surrey when I was younger. I've always thought of it as a 'modern' crop, like capsicums and mange-tout, and aubergines.
Interesting. Yes, I too was quite surprised that the Victorians were eating it.
Extraordinary! What a legacy to pass on, and I am so impressed by Ernest’s enterprising spirit. Hurrah for broccoli & well done on your detective work.🥦