Research Paper On Scottish Culture

Scottish Culture The Scottish culture is very unique and interesting. Although there are many stereotypes about the Scottish culture, their food, clothing, behavior, the list could go on forever, but in all reality all scots are very different (Koranki). The Scottish culture consists of many old and less practiced traditions, but also some more modern traditions. The Scottish are most commonly known for their clothing style and their food and drink, but are also less commonly known for their rules of conduct and their behavior. The Scottish Kilt is more than just and outfit, Scottish Highlanders were proud, strong and extremely patriotic and historically the kilt wasn’t just a piece of clothing, it was a symbol of their heritage. A kilt is made out of a woolen fabric called tartan. It …show more content…
Authentic Scottish food isn’t very fancy, but it is filling, and easy to prepare. Centuries ago, stews, broths, soups, haggis, fish and porridge were what most Scottish people ate. These are basic meals that kept them warm and gave them the strength and energy they needed (Koranki). Scotland's national dish is haggis. Haggis is a Scottish dish containing sheep’s heart, liver and lungs, minced with onion, oatmeal, spices and salt. Traditionally wrapped in the sheep’s stomach, but now most haggis is prepared in a sausage casing. It is traditionally served with turnips, potatoes, black pudding (Food & Drink). Traditional Scottish cooking still exist, but Scotland now has more modern restaurants which still include Scottish food and a large variety of other dishes. The Scottish use many ingredients but some of the most common are. Oats and barley, vegetables such as potatoes, turnips and carrots cabbage, cauliflower, peas and leeks, and soft fruits like raspberries and strawberries which are used in many desserts