Barley soup may seem like a working class dish, but this cream of barley soup was served in 1st Class on the ill fated voyage of Titanic. Titanic's Cream of Barley Soup Barley soup may seem like a working class dish, but this cream of barley soup was served in 1st Class … [Read more...] about Titanic’s Cream of Barley Soup
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Canapés à l’Amiral
These shrimp canapés have an honored place in food history as the first dish served in 1st Class on the ill fated voyage of the Titanic, April 14, 1912. Canapés à l'Amiral These shrimp canapés have an honored place in food history as the first dish served in 1st Class … [Read more...] about Canapés à l’Amiral
Earl Grey Chocolate Mousse
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
The Delectable History of French Fast Food: Crêpes Suzette
If you're a fan of elegant French desserts, you've likely indulged in the divine crêpes Suzette at some point. This iconic dish of delicate crêpes drizzled with a sublime orange butter sauce has graced the menus of fine restaurants for over a century. But do you know the … [Read more...] about The Delectable History of French Fast Food: 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. Lancashire Courting … [Read more...] about Lancashire Courting Cake Helped Lasses Land a Husband