Crumbles and crisps are essentially the same type of old fashioned dessert - lightly sweetened fruit topped with crumbly shortbread pastry. Crisps are often called crumbles in the UK. With the bitter cold, this crumble is is more indulgent, featuring the love affair between … [Read more...] about Warming Apple-Cheddar Crumble
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Earl Grey Chocolate Mousse
The partnership of tea and food dates back to ancient China where tea was often used in savoury dishes. You don't have to settle for tea in the cup, it also goes well in food. Earl Grey is a delicate tea which can be used in breads, but can also provide a lovely flavour to … [Read more...] about Earl Grey Chocolate Mousse
The Downton Year Ends with Hogmanay
While Christmas in North America is a month long buildup of festivities, reflecting a melting pot of religious, cultural and secular traditions, New Years is more of an after thought, one last party before getting back to business. In Scotland however, Christmas is a low key … [Read more...] about The Downton Year Ends with Hogmanay
Downton S6E7: Love is in the Air as is the Smell of Apple Crumble Baking
Lord D and I spent a wonderful St. Valentine's Day together, taking time for each other after a hectic week, and ignoring the frigid temperatures outside. He made his famous pork roast dinner (featured in Abbey Cooks Entertain), served with my homemade apple sauce and … [Read more...] about Downton S6E7: Love is in the Air as is the Smell of Apple Crumble Baking
The Great Fruitcake Debate
Only one more sleep until Christmas and all through the land last minute preparations are being made for the big day at hand. For UK fans this includes the annual Downton Abbey Christmas episode on ITV. US fans may debate the reasons why PBS broadcasts new episodes months … [Read more...] about The Great Fruitcake Debate