Traditionally this is the weekend that most Canadians and Scots look forward to: Victoria Day, celebrating the birthday of Queen Victoria. She was born on May 24, 1819. She reigned for 63 years. May 24th marks her official birthday, but the holiday falls on the last Monday … [Read more...] about Scots and Canadians Ease into Summer with Victoria Day Holiday
healthy desserts
Lovely Light Lemon Yoghurt Loaf
Cake and tea are a natural combination. Pound cakes in particular always seem to make it to the tea tray, and date back to the 1700s. They were so named because of the quantity of ingredients:one pound of each of butter, sugar, eggs, and flour. It made quite a few loafs, but … [Read more...] about Lovely Light Lemon Yoghurt Loaf
Your Online Guide to Hosting A Downton Abbey Themed Party
Downton Abbey fans love to share the show with their friends and family. The fabulous food lends itself to themed parties. In this post, I include a few specific ideas for planning a Downton party. A great idea if you are planning to see the new movie with a group of your … [Read more...] about Your Online Guide to Hosting A Downton Abbey Themed Party
Jiggly Strawberry Jelly
The Edwardians were gaga over jiggly jelly salads and desserts, and even your grandmother likely had a favorite jelly salad to bring to family events. While flavored Jello is easy and convenient, try making jelly old school. Jiggly Strawberry Jelly Flavoured … [Read more...] about Jiggly Strawberry Jelly
Deliously Moist Cornish Banana Cake
Take your ripe banana recipes to the next level and use 8 ripe bananas in the process. This traditional tea cake which originated in Cornwall, is amazingly moist, with bananas in the cake, filling and icing. Deliously Moist Cornish Banana Cake Take your ripe banana … [Read more...] about Deliously Moist Cornish Banana Cake