Welcome back to Fields and Feasts — the podcast where farming folklore meets foodie fun, all delivered with muddy boots, sharp tongues, and a healthy respect for the seasons.
This week, Miranda and Matt head to The Farmers Club in London, sitting down with head chef Bradd Johns to explore the food, history and quirky traditions behind one of agriculture’s most iconic meeting places.
From its roots as a hub for agricultural debate in the 1800s to its modern role as a home-from-home for farmers visiting the capital, the trio dive into the fascinating stories tied to the club — including spy rumours, ghostly whispers in the corridors and the unexpected romance that’s blossomed on the rooftop.
Of course, food takes centre stage as Bradd brings some old-school London flavour to the table. Miranda’s homemade “love cakes” get their moment in the spotlight before things get properly traditional with pie, mash and liquor and the famously divisive jellied eels. Safe to say… reactions are mixed.
Plus, Matt shares a classic countryside saying in Field Phrases, and the group puts some Farmers Club folklore to the test in Feast or Farce.
So whether you’re enjoying pie, mash and liquor by the Thames, sharing stories with fellow farmers in the club bar, or daring to try a jellied eel, join Miranda and Matt as they continue uncovering the history, humour, and hidden traditions behind Britain’s food and farming culture.
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The Farmers Club: https://www.thefarmersclub.com/
Bradd Johns: linkedin.com/in/bradd-johns-47784998
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