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  • Pancake Tuesday – February 13th

    Pancake Tuesday is coming early for 2018 as it will be on February 13 this year. If you want to try something different this year for Pancake Day, why not try these different versions of pancakes? Oven Pancake: There is the Dutch Baby pancake that has been becoming popular again thanks to the increasing usage… Continue reading

  • All About Liquorice

    Liquorice! Whether you love it or hate it, it’s all over the world and it is loved worldwide and it has no sign of going away any time soon. While some of us know it as a sweet red twist, it is mostly known for its anise-like flavor and black color. Liquorice is derived from… Continue reading

  • Baked with Love!

        Nothing says “I love you” like a homemade gift. It’s better than store bought and it truly comes from the heart. This Valentine’s Day, why not bake something for your loved one?     Use jams and jellies to make a lovely dessert! Bake up a Victoria Sandwich cake and spread some strawberry… Continue reading

  • Show Some Love on Valentine’s Day

    If you are out of ideas for what to get your loved ones for Valentine’s Day…we have just the thing. If you’re running low on time, grab one of our pre-made gift baskets! However, if you would rather purchase something a little more tailored to their personality, we have a few options for that too.… Continue reading

  • Heinz Baked Beans

    Heinz Baked Beanz in a rich tomato sauce has been a well known and beloved product in the UK for generations. The best part about these beans are that they are good for you! High in fiber, protein, and low in fat. Parents have approved of this food for their children. Heinz Beanz are known… Continue reading

  • Honey Chamomile Popsicle’s 🍯

    Whether you feel a cold coming on due to a scratchy throat or just really enjoy popsicles, these chamomile popsicles are a fun & soothing option. You only need four items to make them! Chamomile is used for a wide variety of symptoms. It can be used externally for inflammation or internally for digestion issues,… Continue reading

  • Throw an Afternoon Tea Party!

      Sometimes life takes over and we do not see our friends as much as we would like to. So why not get the girls together and host an afternoon tea party! I’d like to give you a reason to send out some invites for a fun get-together. Even though it would be nice to… Continue reading

  • Wellness Teas

        Every year during New Year’s, we do one thing: we make resolutions. We set goals for ourselves. We strive to be better than we were the previous year or we challenge ourselves to do new things. One of the most popular resolutions many make is to be healthier. Some may take up eating… Continue reading

  • Can Tea Reduce the Risk of Blindness?

    We’ve read many articles on this lately and there seems to be much conversation that a hot cup of tea per day can in fact reduce the risk of blindness. Give yourself a pat on the back if you’ve been saving your eyesight without even knowing it! What is glaucoma? Glaucoma is a buildup of… Continue reading

  • Afternoon Tea vs High Tea

      Did you know that all the different tea times in Britain have a specific name? Pretty neat. Afternoon tea and high tea are sometimes used interchangeably but if you really know your British tea habits, you will know they are nowhere near the same. Afternoon Tea is more for the non-working class or those… Continue reading