The story of Beef Wellington weaves together culinary artistry, British nobility, and French technique into one of gastronomy's most impressive creations. This legendary dish - featuring beef tenderloin wrapped in mushroom duxelles, prosciutto, and golden puff pastry - represents … [Read more...] about Beef Wellington: A Noble History of Britain’s Most Luxurious Dish
Upstairs with the Crawleys
The Royal Roots of Duchess Potatoes
Duchess potatoes, sometimes known as Duchesse potatoes, are a classic French dish that dates back to the 19th century. These little potato puffs are cream-colored, soft and fluffy on the inside with a crispy golden crust on the outside. But where did these elegant spuds come … [Read more...] about The Royal Roots of Duchess Potatoes
Faux Gras – The Future of Luxury Pâté
Foie gras is embroiled in never-ending controversy. Animal rights supporters decry the force-feeding required to produce fatty goose or duck liver. Chefs defend foie as inextricable from fine dining. And foodies crave that silken, indulgent texture and savory depth pairing … [Read more...] about Faux Gras – The Future of Luxury Pâté
King Charles Cocktail
A cocktail fit for a King! To celebrate the coronation of King Charles III, Highclere Castle Spirits is celebrating with a cocktail showcasing two quintessentially British spirits known to be favourites of His Majesty The King. The combination of gin & Scotch is rarely … [Read more...] about King Charles Cocktail
The Famous Ritz Carlton Lemon Pound Cake
The history of the 1920s Ritz Carlton lemon pound cake is a bit unclear, as there are several different versions of the story. One popular version of the story goes that the cake was created by a chef at the Ritz Carlton hotel in New York City during the 1920s, and it quickly … [Read more...] about The Famous Ritz Carlton Lemon Pound Cake
