As summer rolls around and Wimbledon fever takes hold, there's no better way to celebrate than with a quintessentially British twist on a classic teatime favorite. Enter the Strawberry Pimm's Scone – a delightful fusion of traditional scones, juicy strawberries, and the beloved … [Read more...] about Strawberry Pimm’s Scones: The Perfect Wimbledon Treat
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A Taste of Tradition: The Classic Foods of Wimbledon
When tennis fans think of Wimbledon, they often picture pristine grass courts, all-white outfits, and nail-biting matches. But for food enthusiasts, Wimbledon conjures images of strawberries and cream, Pimm's Cups, and other quintessentially British treats. Let's explore the … [Read more...] about A Taste of Tradition: The Classic Foods of Wimbledon
Downton Abbey Cooks Online Guide to Afternoon Tea
An overview of what you need to know about Afternoon Tea. Afternoon Tea is arguably the best contribution the British have made to cuisine. A lovely tradition My book Relaxing Over Afternoon Tea has everything you need to know about this ritual, whether you are planning to … [Read more...] about Downton Abbey Cooks Online Guide to Afternoon Tea
Downton’s English Cream Scones
Scones have been essential to the British teatime tradition since the mid-nineteenth century when, according to legend, Anna, the fashionable Duchess of Bedford ordered her servants to sneak the small cakes and hot tea into her room for an afternoon snack. In time, she began … [Read more...] about Downton’s English Cream Scones
Easy Fish & Chips
Fried fish was first introduced to London by Jewish immigrants from Portugal and Spain probably as far back as the 17th Century. Fish and chips were first served together as a complete dish around 1860 - the Malin family of London and the Lee's of Mossley, near Manchester, both … [Read more...] about Easy Fish & Chips
