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Which ingredient was not commonly available in Britain when David started writing?
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Saffron was not commonly available in Britain when David started writing because it is a spice that is native to the Mediterranean region. It was not widely cultivated in Britain until the 16th century, and even then it was a relatively expensive ingredient. As a result, it was not a common ingredient in British cooking until the 17th century.
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