A delicious alternative to cheese on toast, Lady Shaftesbury’s toasted cheese is an unctuous concoction of cheese, cream and egg yolks heated and dipped with toast. You can find the recipe piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #cheese #toast #Victorian

What would summer be without British grown strawberries. These delicious little tartlets would adorn any cake stand as part of an afternoon tea in the garden. You can find the recipe piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #tarts #strawberries #Victorian

Like the Cornish Pasty, the Sussex Churdle was a meat filled pie that could easily be transported by labourers to their place of work. You can find the recipe piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #pies #liver #Stuart

The Warwickshire scone uses honey instead of sugar in its ingredients, which may suggest origins in Anglo Saxon cooking when sugar was unavailable. You can find the recipe piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #baking #scones #victorian

There are various rather delightful myths that connect the origin of Maids of Honour tarts to Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. They were actually invented in the 18th century You can find the recipe piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #pastry #tarts #georgian

These lovely iced tarts from Gloucester are very similar to Bakewell tarts but made with ground rice rather than ground almonds. A delicious addition to the tea table! You can find the recipe piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #baking #tarts #victorian

Sussex stewed steak. This delicious stew of steak cooked in port and stout was traditionally made with Sussex beef, a historic breed known for its tender meat. You can find the recipe piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #steak #beef #georgian #stew

Chester Puddings are a Victorian version of Lemon Meringue Pies but they include ground almonds in the filling mixture and are made into individual tartlets. You can find the recipe piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #baking #tarts #victorian #lemons

Arundel mullets are so named because the particular tide of the River Arun brought grey mullets up river and into the town. You can find the recipe piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #fish #stew #medieval

Another pastry from Lancashire, Chorley cakes are similar to Eccles cakes but smaller, less sweet and made with shortcrust rather than puff pastry. You can find the recipe piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #pastries #driedfruit #Chorley

Spiced hot chocolate became highly popular all over Europe in the 17th century and was believed to be an aphrodisiac. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #chocolate #drinks #stuart

These coiled buns, similar to Chelsea buns but flavoured with caraway seeds, commemorate St Catherine who was martyred by being broken on the wheel. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #buns #baking #stcatherine #caraway

Wild garlic grows in shady woodland areas from March to May in most parts of the British Isles. This delicious creamy wild garlic soup can be served hot or cold. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #soup #ironage #wildgarlic

The criss-cross pattern on the surface of a Hevva cake represents a fishing net. The cakes were baked by the wives of fishermen returning from catching pilchards. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #lcakes #georgian #cornish

Happy Easter! You can find recipes, information and customs to celebrate Easter at piespuddingsandpottages.com/festivals/ea... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #easter #baking

Guildford manchets may have been influenced by pastries such as croissants served at breakfast in other European countries. Delicious served with a cup of coffee! You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #lpastries #medieval

Panfotheram is an 18th century lamb and potato dish from Northumberland. It has been suggested that the name literally means pan-for-the ram?! You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #lamb #Georgian #potatoes

This chicken dish is typical of Medieval cooking. However, it’s not clear whether Hindle Wakes is a Medieval dish or a 20th century invention. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #chicken #medieval #prunes

Cheese custard (Cyse Briw) is a spicy cheese spread, Anglo-Saxon in origin. It’s very good spread on hot toast! You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #cheese #anglosaxon #spreads

These 18th century individual cheesecakes are very good at any time of day. They are also great for spring picnics. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #curd #Georgian #tarts

Find recipes and information for Mothering Sunday at piespuddingsandpottages.com/festivals/mo... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #simnelcake #motheringbuns #motheringsunday

Think lemon meringue pie but with apricots instead of lemons! Oxford pudding is a delicious alternative to one of our best loved desserts. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #apricots #Victorian #tarts #meringue

Deptford pudding is a comforting, citrusy dessert – perfect for early Spring! Serve with sliced oranges and cream. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #oranges #Georgian #pudding

This Gingerbread cake recipe comes from my great grandmother’s scrap book. It’s deliciously moist and gingery. Very good for a warming winter tea-time cake! You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #ginger #Victorian #cake

Yorkshire pudding was traditionally served with gravy as a starter. These days it usually accompanies the roast beef – only roast beef! You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #Yorkshire #batter

Hippocras is a 17th century spice infused wine drink. Served chilled it is both refreshing and warming. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #drink #stuart #dessertwine

This Prune tart is an unusual dessert dating to the 16th century. It is quite rich so needs a generous amount of cream served with it. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #tart #Tudor #prunes

Whipt sillabub is a tangy and creamy delight! It is easy to make and wonderfully light – a perfect dessert after a rich main course. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #syllabub #Georgian #dessert

Planning to cook something special for your Valentine? You can find recipes and information at piespuddingsandpottages.com/festivals/va... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #Valentinesday

Mulligatawny soup was a favourite of the Raj in India. With the inclusion of chicken and rice it’s a sustaining meal. Serve with Naan or Roti bread. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #soups #Indian #Victorian

Portugal cakes may have been influenced by the many cakes and pastries made in Portugal in the Middle Ages by the nuns and monks of monasteries. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #baking #cakes #currents #Georgian

Oatcakes, an iron age flatbread or biscuit are associated with Scotland. They’re quick and easy to make and are particularly good with cheese. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #snack #biscuit #oats #Iron Age

Tomorrow is Imbolc which marks the end of winter and first signs of spring. For recipes and information on how to celebrate this festival go to piespuddingsandpottages.com/festivals/im...

This delightfully lemony Canterbury pudding recipe is wonderful served in early spring. It is a somewhat rib-sticking pudding so a little goes a long way! You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #dessert #pudding #lemons #Victorian

This Orange Fool recipe is a gently comforting custard dessert. With a few tweaks it can also form the base for an ice-cream recipe! You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #dessert #Georgian #oranges

Celebrating Burns’ Night? Find all you need to host a Burns’ Night dinner on 25th January at piespuddingsandpottages.com/festivals/bu...

This easy-to-make Pistachio cream is very rich and just a large spoonful is all you need. Serve it as a topping for vanilla ice-cream or with baklava. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #dessert #Georgian #pistachios

This Lemon Posset recipe is very quick and easy to make. It’s an ideal dessert to accompany a light lunch or to follow a rich dinner. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #dessert #Georgian #lemons

Crispels are a deliciously soft, fluffy and crisp Medieval pastry brushed with warm honey. A sweet treat for any time of day or occasion! You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #pastries #medieval

Blank Maunger is a Medieval dish of chicken and rice cooked in almond milk. The recipe is very good served with a crisp green salad. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #stews #pottages #chicken #almonds #medieval

The farl derives from ‘fardell’ which, in Scots, meant a quarter. This refers to the practice of cutting flatbreads into quarters and then griddling them. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #bread #baking #Irish #potatoes

Twelfth Night is on 6th December and is the last day of Christmas feasting! It is also the traditional date for wassailing fruit trees. For recipes and information go to piespuddingsandpottages.com/festivals/tw... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #cake #baking #wassail

Although Yorkshire teacakes are now commonly served at afternoon tea, they were originally eaten at breakfast or as a ‘filler’ taken to the workplace. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #buns #baking

Happy New Year! You can find all you need to bring in the New Year, including recipes, information and customs, at piespuddingsandpottages.com/festivals/ne... and piespuddingsandpottages.com/festivals/ne... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #newyear #britishfestivals

Red gingerbread is less of a biscuit and more of a piece of flavoured leather?! Nevertheless, it is an interesting insight into the tastes of the Elizabethans. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #gingerbread #baking

Why not try this spiced date loaf over the Christmas period? Delicious for breakfast, toasted and spread with butter and marmalade! You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #bread #baking #dates

Merry Christmas! You can find recipes, customs, rituals, games and information for the festive period at piespuddingsandpottages.com/festivals/ch... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipes #christmas

The Winter Solstice is on Sunday. Find recipes and information on customs and rituals to help celebrate the day at piespuddingsandpottages.com/festivals/wi... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #wintersolstice #yulelog

Marchpane (marzipan) became a central feature of the medieval dining table, particularly at Christmas, when it was often highly decorated and topped with gold leaf. You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #marzipan #confectionary

Trifles began to be popular during the eighteenth century and this recipe is based on that of Hannah Glasse in The Art of Cookery, Made Plain and Easy (1747). You can find the recipe at piespuddingsandpottages.com/recipe-post/... #britishfood #foodhistory #recipe #trifle #dessert