How to pronounce Melton Mowbray pork pie

In the International Phonetic Alphabet it is /ˈmɛltən ˈməʊbreɪ pɔːk paɪ/. In plain English letters that is MEL-tun MOH-bray PORK pie, with the stress on the syllable in capitals. There is no recording by a native speaker yet, so use the spelling and the IPA.

What is Melton Mowbray pork pie?

Melton Mowbray pork pie is a snack of the United Kingdom. Where it comes from: Leicestershire. People usually eat it as a snack and at lunch or dinner. Its main ingredients are pork and wheat & flour. It tastes savory and rich.

Where Melton Mowbray pork pie comes from

Melton Mowbray pork pie is one of 56 signature dishes of the United Kingdom on this map. See all dishes from England.

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