BRITAIN’S REGIONAL HEROES
Bath buns
Hailing from the Roman city, this bake is served with jam, cream and a pot of tea
Recipe BRIONY MAY WILLIAMS
Reclaim your weekend Bake a regional hero
photograph MYLES NEW
First appearing in the 18th century, Bath buns are often credited to Dr William Oliver, who served them to his patients for nourishment. (He eventually replaced them with less fattening crackers called Bath Olivers.) The dough is enriched with butter and eggs, and sometimes includes dried fruit. They’re finished with a sprinking of crushed sugar or sugar pearls, and traditionally served with tea. Bath resident Jane Austen was said to be a fan.