Simnel cakes originated in the medieval era. It is a light fruitcake, covered in marzipan, then toasted. Eating of the cake signifies the end of Lent so it is rich with the butter, eggs and milk which were restricted during Lent. Marizipan or almond paste is baked into the middle … [Read more...] about Spring Time Simnel Cake
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Roasted Squab on Wilted Cress
Titanic carried 25,000 lbs of poultry and game on board. This dish was famously served in 1st class as the seventh course in a marathon 10 course meal. Roasted Squab on Wilted Cress Titanic carried 25,000 lbs of poultry and game on board. This dish was famously served in … [Read more...] about Roasted Squab on Wilted Cress
Titanic Filet Mignons Lili
Of all the dishes served in 1st Class on Titanic this is the most labour intensive and over the top decadent. The effort is worth it though. Titanic Filet Mignons Lili Of all the dishes served in 1st Class on Titanic this is the most labour intensive and over the top … [Read more...] about Titanic Filet Mignons Lili
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
Titanic’s Consummé Olga
This glamorous dish has its place in history as the soup served to 1st class passengers on the ill-fated voyage of the Titanic on April 14, 1912. Titanic's Consummé Olga This glamorous dish has its place in history as the soup served to 1st class passengers on the … [Read more...] about Titanic’s Consummé Olga
