The British Flapjack is different from the thick pancakes we know in North America. It is amazing comfort food dating back to the 1700s. Lots of flapjack recipes have been handed down from mother to daughter and ongoing debate about whether they should be crunchy or chewy. Some … [Read more...] about Traditional 3 Ingredient English Flapjack
Dining Upstairs or Down
Scottish Mince and Tatties, Easy Weeknight Comfort Food
Mince and Tatties is a traditional Scottish Comfort food which is easy to prepare and a joy for all your fellow servants to enjoy downstairs at your Abbey. Scottish Mince and Tatties, Easy Weeknight Comfort Food Mince and Tatties is a traditional Scottish Comfort food … [Read more...] about Scottish Mince and Tatties, Easy Weeknight Comfort Food
The Amazing Flavours of Yorkshire Parkin
Guy Fawkes Day is celebrated across the United Kingdom marking the failed attempt of Guy Fawkes to blow up English Parliament on November 5, 1605. Parkin holds court as traditional favorite for Guy Fawkes Day in the UK. Guy was from Yorkshire, hence the name. It is a moist … [Read more...] about The Amazing Flavours of Yorkshire Parkin
Fabulous Light Fruitcake
If you are not a fan of fruitcake it is likely that you have been subjected to the introduction of mass-produced cakes in the early 20th century which took all the love out of the process, and just a lack of knowledge as to how to make a great moist cake. I defended the … [Read more...] about Fabulous Light Fruitcake
Satisfying Shepherd’s Pie (Cottage Pie)
Shepherd’s Pie is a simple dish made of lamb or mutton, topped with mashed potatoes. When beef is used it is properly called "cottage pie" It dates back to the 1800s, originating in the sheep-raising areas of northern England and Scotland, when frugal housewives sought … [Read more...] about Satisfying Shepherd’s Pie (Cottage Pie)
