This is a great recipe for gardeners who have a large bounty of zucchini. Works well as a toast spread, crudité dip, side dish, and additive to other savoury dishes. It has ato mild flavour which you can kick up a notch to make it your own.Versatile Zucchini Spread This … [Read more...] about Versatile Zucchini Spread
Cocktails
Boozy Hot Guy Fawkes Punch
Guy Fawkes Day, aka Bonfire Night, is celebrated across the United Kingdom marking the failed attempt of Guy Fawkes to blow up the English Parliament on November 5, 1605. Bonfires were set alight on that night when the plot was revealed, celebrating the safety of King James I and … [Read more...] about Boozy Hot Guy Fawkes Punch
The Royals’ Ouefs (Eggs) Drumkilbo
This royal dish was particularly favoured by the Queen Mother. Oeufs Drumkilbo was a regular dish served on Britannia, and has appeared on the wedding menus of a few royals. Served as a cold appetizer it contains lobster, gelatin, mayo and ketchup. Still, an interesting recipe … [Read more...] about The Royals’ Ouefs (Eggs) Drumkilbo
Calming Old Fashioned Lavender Lemonade
Romans believed that lavender had medicinal properties, and used it for everything from indigestion to sore throats. In WWI lavender was used to reduce infection and relieve pain.If you haven't tried lavender lemonade it is cool, refreshing and may help with your headache or … [Read more...] about Calming Old Fashioned Lavender Lemonade
Stilton and Fig Tart with Walnut Dressing
This is a great simple addition to the savoury layer of your tea or your appetizer tray. The recipe comes from the famous Fortnum & Mason in London, a place many of you may have the opportunity to visit for tea one day.Stilton and Fig Tart with Walnut Dressing This … [Read more...] about Stilton and Fig Tart with Walnut Dressing
