I am a chocoholic and proud to be one. From an early age when away at school all my chocolate in my tuck box would be eaten first then I would do a never-ending amount of jobs for senior girls in order to get some more. I really should have opened a chocolate shop before now. I’ve even been on a chocolate diet ! and ‘no’it did not work but it was rather enjoyable. However, we all know it’s not good for our waist line nor our teeth but over the years it does get some good press as being…
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A traditional afternoon tea has been something enjoyed by countless people over the last two centuries. It was created by Anna, the 7th Duchess of Bedford, who used to enjoy an afternoon snack in her bedroom, to see her through from lunch until dinner. Eventually, she decided to invite some friends to dine with her, and so the afternoon tea was invented. The idea soon spread, and within no time all of England was enjoying afternoon tea (not to be confused with high tea, which is something entirely different). Although this mealtime did fall out of favour, particularly because of…
Join the New Years Revolution – Since 2014, Veganuary has inspired and supported more than one million people in 192 countries to try vegan for January – and beyond. They have worked with businesses to drive up vegan food provision in shops and restaurants, and have made veganism more visible and accessible through our work with national and international media. Facts: Over 1,000,000 participants since 2014 192 countries around the world More than 1200 new vegan products and menus were launched for Veganuary 2020 98% would recommend Veganuary to a friend More than 600 businesses took part in Veganuary 2020…
Chocolate never lets us down and always improves our mood.This the season for…Chocolate — Popsicle Society
If your New Year resolution is to go organic then here are twelve reasons to go for it….. No ‘nasties’ organic means fewer pesticidesNo artificial colouringNo preservativesAlways free rangeNo use of antibioticsNo GM ingredientsFully traceableGood for the planetKinder to animalsValue for moneyTastes betterLasts longer
Even though life has been strange over the last twelve months many of us have changed the way we eat and cook. I started doing a bit of batch cooking to help my daughter with her young baby and I also started being a bit more adventurous with my baking. And, finally something I am going to be writing about lots on this blog is how I buy more food from local sources to enjoy from the fields to the plate. My first book of choice is called The Batch Lady : Shop Once, Cook Once, Eat All Week by…
These green tips on used tea leaves is from the site Green Living Tips which explains about how tea can affect the environment, and a few extra tips from One Good Thing website. Uses for used tea leaves and tea bags… If you do use tea bags, instead of throwing them into your household trash bin – they can be composted or added to a worm farm.I’ve seen dried tea leaves suggested as an incense (although in my opinion, burning tea leaves smell pretty bad)Burning tea leaves is said to repel mosquitos Dried tea leaves can absorb moisture in cupboards…
Not On The High Street have a great Grow Your Own Tea plant Kit for £17.95 which would make a great Christmas gift for any tea lover. These amazing kits have all you need to grow your own tea plant at home. Harvest and dry the leaves for the ultimate in homegrown tea. Whether a keen gardener or someone who enjoys herbal tea, there’s nothing more satisfying than growing your own chamomile flowers and drinking some tea you’ve brewed at home. Our Grow your own tea kit has been specifically designed to the highest quality. A greenhouse, conservatory or even…
When my WI Country Woman’s Year 1960 by Shirley Paget book popped through my door I was so excited to open it and even more thrilled when I saw that the cover was a special retro cloth one. I love anything WI (although not a member) and this book covers it all. From cider-making and hedgerow basketry to public speaking and committee-meeting protocol and of course, not forgetting the jam making. If you can’t get inspired to have a go at smocking, upholstery repairs, bread making, lampshade, Christmas wreaths, wallpapering, corn dollies, Welsh quilting or crystallized flowers then I will…
Flowering tea also known as blooming tea, consists of flowering bulbs with leaves tied around the flowers, which are made by binding tea leaves and flowers together into a bulb. Each exotic bulb once it’s steeped blossoms spectacularly in hot water and produces a wonderful drink full of antioxidants, as well as looking and smelling great. This tea is the ultimate of self-indulgence as the flower emerges as the centerpiece that not only can be enjoyed for its taste but admired as an art form. It is a treat for anyone with a bit of magic thrown in. It is…
I have just updated my Little Book on Tea, Cake & Chocolate and have it on offer for Free on Amazon Kindle from 8th December – 12th December. This little book on tea and cake is a guide about one of our favourite beverages. It explains tea pairings, tea and chocolate, tea and health, tea and sandwiches, fascinating tea facts, buying the right tea, tea to help you sleep and tea cozies and teapots. It also features over one hundred tips on baking cakes and has some recipes for delicious loaf cakes. It finishes with several lovely tea quotes. A…