This is the weekend that most Canadians look forward to: Victoria Day, celebrating the birthday of Queen Victoria, our first sovereign queen. May 24th marks her official birthday, but the holiday falls on the last Monday before May 25. While still proud of our English … [Read more...] about Canadians Ease into Summer with Victoria Day Holiday
food history
Traditional English Hotpot
Hotpot is a traditional English comfort food. There are many regional variations around Britain which can be found in pubs across the UK. Coronation Street fans will know Betty's Hotpot which now can be found in Tesco. The basic recipe consists of layers of lamb (or beef) and … [Read more...] about Traditional English Hotpot
Pleasing Potato Peel Pie
Downton fans will be be thrilled to see four Downton actors in the new Netflix release of the Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. Potato peel pie was just one creation made out of necessity when food was rationed during World War II. Guernsey, was occupied by the … [Read more...] about Pleasing Potato Peel Pie
The Best Bakewell Tarts
Bakewell tarts are a traditional English tea sweet named after the town of Bakewell in Devonshire where it originated in the late 1800s. There are a few versions of how it was invented but essentially involves a cooking mistake where the jam was added before the custard. Just … [Read more...] about The Best Bakewell Tarts
Glorious Peach & Blueberry Galette
“Galette” is french, meaning free form tart, typically made with a flaky pastry crust. This crust is light and scrumptious and a great addition to your garden party. Use whatever fruit combination you wish, but peaches and blueberries are a wonderful combination and come in … [Read more...] about Glorious Peach & Blueberry Galette