30+ Strange Foods People From The Victorian Era Actually Ate

Published on 11/29/2022
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Donkey’s Milk

Today, there are many different varieties of milk available. From animal to nut, donkey milk appears to be one that is missing. If you were to ask someone from the Victorian era, at least, they would say that. Back then, this was a popular item.

Donkey’s Milk

Donkey’s Milk

Women were said to look younger after drinking donkey milk. So, in order to make a quick buck, some street vendors would sell knockoffs. Usually, water and chalk were blended together to create these knockoffs.

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Bear’s Paws

There were other countries with distinctive cuisine throughout the Victorian era besides England. Bear paws were a popular delicacy at the time in Germany. They wouldn’t be found on just any table because this was regarded as a delicacy.

Bear’s Paws

Bear’s Paws

These would be salted and boiled before being breaded and browned in the oven. The paws would then be prepared, served, and accompanied by gravy and lemon slices.

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