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
PONDERING: Finding Purpose
PONDERING: Finding Purpose My word for the year is PURPOSE. I have had an impactful year in 2020. The unexpected losses of my nephew and my mother are two very impressionable events. For this year, I have chosen to ponder 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
RECIPE: Kahlua Tiramisu Trifle
RECIPE: Kahlua Tiramisu Trifle Tiramisu is always a great finish to a hearty Italian meal, but what do you do if you are English and craving this decadent dessert? Why, you make it into a trifle! Christmas High Tea is Read More