Aaagh!

OK I couldn't resist and looked up black pudding. See the full scoop here.

At least I was correct -- it does taste like kishka -- although I am certain that Jewish delicatesson kishka is not made with pig's blood ... maybe it's the seasonings.

So, it seems that the nastiest example of british cuisine that I could think of prior to our trip turns out to be something that I actually like. So much for preconceptions and snotty foody attitudes!