Pancake Day

Shrove Tuesday, or as it is more affectionately known, Pancake Day, is this week. The English pancake is larger and thinner than its Scottish or American cousins, and is more in line with French Crêpe. There are a multitude of topping ideas other than the traditional sugar and lemon juice, or golden syrup. If you…

Strawberry and Rhubarb Crumble

Spring, once it properly arrives, brings with it the first fruits. Early Rhubarb and Strawberries appearing in the garden is always cause for celebration, and what better way to use them than in this traditional British dessert – the crumble. The crumble originated in the second world war, as a quicker, easier alternative to pastry,…