The partnership of tea and food dates back to ancient China where tea was often used in savoury dishes. You don't have to settle for tea in the cup, it also goes well in food. Earl Grey is a delicate tea which can be used in breads, but can also provide a lovely flavour to … [Read more...] about Earl Grey Chocolate Mousse
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French Fast Food: Classic Crêpes Suzette
While everyone agrees that the "Suzette" was created in France in the late 1800s, the exact orgin is unclear. Was it named after Princess Suzanne (daughter of Edward, Prince of Wales, son of Queen Victoria) by accident? Or was it a creation to draw a crowd, inspired by french … [Read more...] about French Fast Food: Classic Crêpes Suzette
Lancashire Courting Cake Helped Lasses Land a Husband
A test of their baking skill, young lasses of Lancashire baked this cake for their betrothed as a gesture of love, care and friendship, as part of courtship. A bit of food trivia, a courting cake was presented to William and Kate before their nuptials. … [Read more...] about Lancashire Courting Cake Helped Lasses Land a Husband
Comforting Cullen Skink
Cullen skink is like the Scottish version of clam chowder. It is made with smoked haddock, potatoes and onions. An authentic Cullen skink will use finnan haddie, but any smoked haddock will do . This soup is a local speciality, from the town of Cullen in Moray, on the … [Read more...] about Comforting Cullen Skink
The Famous Balmoral Chicken with Whisky Sauce
If you have ever dined in higher end restaurants in Scotland you have likely seen this item on the menu. Essentially is a chicken breast, stuffed with Haggis, wrapped in bacon and then baked. Serve with whiskey sauce and you have a great scottish meal for Robert Burns supper or … [Read more...] about The Famous Balmoral Chicken with Whisky Sauce