Summer is my favorite time of year: not only is it a welcome change from a long cold winter, but is the time when gardeners can see the efforts from their Spring plantings. Grand country homes like Downton Abbey had vast kitchen gardens to feed family and staff, as a quick … [Read more...] about Time to Enjoy Summer’s Bounty
food history
Apple Dumplings Fit for a King
Apple dumplings were a popular dessert in post WWI Britain. King George V was especially fond of this delicious sweet treat, and would have them at court whenever he could. … [Read more...] about Apple Dumplings Fit for a King
Canadians Ease into Summer with Victoria Day Holiday
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
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