This is a classic french dessert, dating back to the 1600s, first printed in a cookbook which was served at the Palace of Versailles. It is still enjoyed by the Royals in Buckingham Palace, but who doesn't love cracking the crust? … [Read more...] about Quintessential Crème Brûlée
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Titanic’s Pink Wine Jelly
Middle-class passengers in 2nd class on Titanic were treated to dishes which they had never experienced before. For the dessert course, wine jelly was served. We now serve it alongside cheese as a spread, but it is delicious and refreshing on its own. … [Read more...] about Titanic’s Pink Wine Jelly
Decadent Chocolate Éclairs
The decadent éclair has to be one of the greatest gifts the French have provided to satisfy our sweet tooth. So well loved it was served as dessert in 1st Class on Titanic. … [Read more...] about Decadent Chocolate Éclairs
Luscious Chocolate Charlotte Russe
Charlotte Russe is a French chilled dessert made with ladyfingers, filled with a fruit flavored cream filling set by gelatin, a favorite cooking ingredient of the Edwardians. This version is less cream heavy with the help of egg whites. Typically you name your Charlotte after … [Read more...] about Luscious Chocolate Charlotte Russe
British Baked Banana Pudding
This traditional British pudding has a luscious velvet feel in your mouth which can be enjoyed hot or cold. If you can't make banana bread fast enough to use up your overripe bananas, here is a great recipe which uses 5 ripe bananas. … [Read more...] about British Baked Banana Pudding
