Victoria Sandwich or Victoria sponge is a staple of English baking. You will often see this cake sitting on a table nearby in period films during tea time. There is not much variation in the recipe itself, but a few tips help create the best result. What better source to call … [Read more...] about The Best Victoria Sandwich
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The Royals Love Pêche Melba
We all remember Nellie Melba from Downton Season 4. Peach Melba was created by chef Auguste Escoffier (1846 – 1935), also connected to Downton (Alfred apprenticed at his cooking school). She dined in the best restaurants in Europe so of course was acquainted with … [Read more...] about The Royals Love Pêche Melba
Royal Fat Free Tomato and Dill Mousse
If you haven't already discovered Chef Darren McGrady's cookbook it is a great read. Beyond the recipes he was the personal chef for Lady Diana. This delicate, subtle tomato mousse was often served at state banquets. It became a favorite of Princess Diana’s. She loved it served … [Read more...] about Royal Fat Free Tomato and Dill Mousse
The Royal’s Favorite Chocolate Biscuit Cake
Chocolate Biscuit cake was the Queen's favourite cake to have with Afternoon Tea. This simple chocolate biscuit cake was also served as Prince William’s Groom’s Cake for his 2011 wedding to Kate Middleton. This is a great recipe to make for those who have little skill in baking. … [Read more...] about The Royal’s Favorite Chocolate Biscuit Cake
Lovely Little Tea Sandwiches
Tea sandwiches are a staple of English cuisine. They have graced Afternoon Tea trays and have been served at garden parties for hundreds of years. They are traditionally light, delicate sandwiches sliced small enough to be picked up with the fingers or those little sandwich … [Read more...] about Lovely Little Tea Sandwiches
