One of the most famous Scottish soups is Cock-a-Leekie (essentially chicken and leeks). While it can be enjoyed anytime, it holds a place of honor on the traditional meal served to celebrate the birth of famous Scottish poet, Robbie Burns on January 25th. Quintessential … [Read more...] about Quintessential Cock-a-Leekie Soup
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The Versatile Scottish Oatcake
Oats have a long honored tradition in the Scottish diet as it was the only grain which could be successfully grown in the northern climate. Traveling clans used to carry oatmeal in their pockets and mix with hot water to make an instant meal of porridge. Oatcakes appear to … [Read more...] about The Versatile Scottish Oatcake
Scots Love Their Bonnie Cranachan
Cranachan is a simple boozy Scottish dessert recipe traditionally made of oats, whisky, cream and berries. Purists soak toasted oats in whiskey, mix with whipping cream and throw in a few berries for good measure. You can make a heart-healthy version by substituting non-fat … [Read more...] about Scots Love Their Bonnie Cranachan
The Sweet History of Sugar Plums: A Festive Treat Full of Whimsical Memories
Sugar plums, associated with "Twas the Night before Christmas" and the Nutcracker Suite, are a traditional Victorian sweet, which initially started as a candy-coated confit, much like what you would enjoy at Italian weddings. There were no plums in the original dish, but over … [Read more...] about The Sweet History of Sugar Plums: A Festive Treat Full of Whimsical Memories
Traditional Bonfire Toffee
First created in the late 17th century, Bonfire toffee, or claggan to the Scots, is a sweet hard brittle toffee treat. The taste is similar to butterscotch. It has connections with both Halloween and Bonfire Night, aka Guy Fawkes Day on November 5th. Bonfire Night marks the … [Read more...] about Traditional Bonfire Toffee
