Victoria Day is just a few days away, a Commonwealth holiday celebrating the birthday of Queen Victoria, our first sovereign queen. May 24th marks her official birthday, but the holiday falls on the last Monday before May 25. While still proud of our English heritage in Canada, … [Read more...] about Victoria’s Secret Might Have Been Sponge Cake
Dessert
It is Always Time to Enjoy Classic Never Fail Shortbread
Welcome to my virtual tea party. The weather is always a safe topic to discuss when having tea, and this week we are experiencing the unsettled weather of Spring, shifting from cool to warm and then back to cool again, sometimes all within the same day. Dressing in layers for … [Read more...] about It is Always Time to Enjoy Classic Never Fail Shortbread
Titanic’s Baked Haddock with Sharp Sauce
This lovely dish was served at dinner in 2nd class on the ill fated voyage of the Titanic which sank April 14th, 1912. It is a great simple dish to celebrate a special day. Titanic Fine Dining: Baked Haddock with Sharp Sauce This lovely dish was served at dinner in 2nd … [Read more...] about Titanic’s Baked Haddock with Sharp Sauce
Edwardian Rhubarb Cake: A Healthier Version of a Victorian Favourite
Rhubarb was the Edwardians' favourite way to signal spring had arrived. Before strawberries, before asparagus, rhubarb came first. It was in the garden, cheap, and worked in almost everything. Mrs. Patmore would have used it weekly. This rhubarb cake is adapted from period … [Read more...] about Edwardian Rhubarb Cake: A Healthier Version of a Victorian Favourite
Feeling a Little Madeleine Today
Whether you take tea for pleasure as a visiting tourist to the UK this year, or as a rising business star entertaining clients, understanding the English tea ritual and names of all the dishes, as well as proper manners, are important. A little knowledge goes a long way. Some … [Read more...] about Feeling a Little Madeleine Today
