The United Kingdom has had a significant impact on popular music globally due to its cultural and linguistic ties with many countries, especially the United States. The Beatles helped secure British artists' place in developing pop and rock music with the British Invasion. Traditional British food is based around meats, potatoes, and vegetables. Common dishes include fish and chips, Cornish pasties, and roast dinners. Tea is the main drink in Britain, with 165 million cups consumed daily. Clothing items like cardigans and balaclavas originated from needs during the Crimean War.