The decadent éclair has to be one of the greatest gifts the French have provided to satisfy our sweet tooth. So well loved it was served as dessert in 1st Class on Titanic. … [Read more...] about Decadent Chocolate Éclairs
Afternoon Tea
The Best Currant Buns
Currant buns have graced breakfast and tea trays across England for hundreds of years. Reverend Samuel Wigley founded the Currant Bun Company in Southampton, Hampshire UK in the 17th century. He discovered currants while on mission to the Greek Island of Zakynthos, and brought … [Read more...] about The Best Currant Buns
My Granny’s Sweet Bun Recipe
My childhood memories are filled with the smell of sweet buns baking in my Granny's kitchen, or even better in our own, when she came to visit, or when Mom got the urge to bake. I inherited her recipe which makes a delightful light and airy dough, a nice base to add tons of … [Read more...] about My Granny’s Sweet Bun Recipe
Drop Scones aka Scottish Pancakes
Drop scones are not drop biscuits but little pancakes. They are also known as Scottish pancakes. The Queen apparently loved drop scones and everyone's favorite recipe is likely traced back to her version with cream of tartar which has been replaced here with baking powder. Like … [Read more...] about Drop Scones aka Scottish Pancakes
Luscious Chocolate Charlotte Russe
Charlotte Russe is a French chilled dessert made with ladyfingers, filled with a fruit flavored cream filling set by gelatin, a favorite cooking ingredient of the Edwardians. This version is less cream heavy with the help of egg whites. Typically you name your Charlotte after … [Read more...] about Luscious Chocolate Charlotte Russe