Quintessentially British, cheese wheel wedding/celebration cakes–usually with white roses involved– are the only cakes we make here at the White Rose Manor and only by special request (I am a baker, but not a talented piping decorator, so I do Read More
TRADITIONS: Twelfth Night
TRADITIONS: Twelfth Night Some traditions are celebrated but the origins are unknown. Twelfth Night is one of them. It arrives on January 5th, twelve days after Christmas. Sound familiar? Many know the Twelve Days of Christmas song which is believed Read More
ENTERTAINING: Christmas High Tea
ENTERTAINING: Christmas High Tea The holidays are a highlight of the year. Spending time with loved ones—both family and friends—is the epitome of mine. Christmas High Tea is a favourite where we don our holiday attire and gather to enjoy Read More
RECIPE: Family Turkey Tetrazzini
RECIPE: Family Turkey Tetrazzini Left-over Thanksgiving turkey makes the best next day meal while letting you–the cook–enjoy some down time. Cook the pasta and refrigerate in advance. On Thanksgiving day, bone the turkey, stir all ingredients, pour into the Read More