Devon Cream Teas

Isn't this going a tad too far?  Devon cream teas now want to seek EU protected status.  Here are a few other British examples of produce that have been granted "protection":

• Kentish strong ale (PGI)
• Cornish Clotted Cream (PDO)
• Welsh Beef (PGI)
• Arbroath Smokies (above) (PGI)
• Yorkshire Forced Rhubarb (PDO)
• Traditional Grimsby Smoked Fish (PGI)
• Scottish Farmed Salmon (PGI)
• Isle of Man Manx Loaghtan Lamb (PDO)

KEY: 

• Protected designation of origin (PDO) - produced, processed and prepared in a geographical area
• Protected geographical indication (PGI) - at least one of production, processing or preparation takes place in the area
• Traditional speciality guaranteed (TSG) - highlights traditional character, either in the composition or means of production

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