Tea and crumpets are a beloved British tradition that has been enjoyed for centuries. The exact origin of this combination is unclear, but it is believed that both tea and crumpets became popular in the UK during the 19th century. The joy of tea and crumpets lies in their … [Read more...] about Enjoy Tea and Crumpets at Home
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Royal Eggs en Cocotte
Eggs en Cocotte is a French breakfast dish that is named for the dish that the egg is cooked in, the little cocotte pot. A very easy dish to prepare it essentially is baking eggs in a bain-marie (water bath). The base ingredients are eggs and a splash of cream. You can mix and … [Read more...] about Royal Eggs en Cocotte
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
Delicious Irish Potato Farls
Use left over potatoes to make potato farls. It is a quick and easy breakfast dish, with comforting carbs to help your system deal with the morning after. Delicious Irish Potato Farls Use left over potatoes to make potato farls. It is a quick and easy breakfast dish, … [Read more...] about Delicious Irish Potato Farls
Amazing Hot Cross Buns (My Granny’s Recipe)
This is my granny's hot cross bun recipe—the one she made every Good Friday without fail. These traditional British Easter buns yield 12-16 soft, spiced rolls studded with raisins and currants, marked with that iconic white cross symbolizing the Crucifixion. Unlike store-bought … [Read more...] about Amazing Hot Cross Buns (My Granny’s Recipe)
