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
Holiday/ Special Occasion
King George V’s Crêpe Au Naturel
King George V had very simple tastes and was quite fond of this crêpe, created by Royal Chef Gabriel Tschumi, with a touch of brandy added. King George V's Crêpe Au Naturel King George V had very simple tastes and was fond of this crêpe which had a touch of brandy … [Read more...] about King George V’s Crêpe Au Naturel
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
Royal Eggs en Cocotte
Eggs en Cocotte is a French breakfast dish that is named for the dish that the egg is cooked in, the little cocotte pot. A very easy dish to prepare it essentially is baking eggs in a bain-marie (water bath). The base ingredients are eggs and a splash of cream. You can mix and … [Read more...] about Royal Eggs en Cocotte
Queen Mary’s Cheese Biscuits
Queen Mary loved these simple yet elegant crisp cheese biscuits. They were created and dutifully prepared by her Chef Gabriel Tshumi. Queen Mary's Cheese Biscuits Queen Mary loved these simple yet elegant crisp cheese biscuits. They were created and dutifully prepared by … [Read more...] about Queen Mary’s Cheese Biscuits
